The “Jewish tradition” of Chinese food and a movie on Christmas Day is looking more like Netflix and takeout. And while there are some great shows that give you the theater experience (we’re partial to “Wonder Woman 1984”), there are just as many Chinese food options meaning you can still enjoy your chicken with broccoli ritual paired with the latest blockbuster.
As always, call first to check the restaurant’s hours and new coronavirus procedures. Many places have limited seating, meaning takeout is most likely your best option.
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Rockland
Best Wok, Pearl River: This neighborhood spot features the usual Chinese fare – think sesame chicken, beef and broccoli, teriyaki chicken and wonton soup. 20 E. Central Ave., 845-735-0663, best-wok-pearl-river.edan.io
Fortune Garden, Nanuet: The list of entrees goes on and on at this popular Nanuet favorite where moo shu chicken, sweet and sour pork, beef with snow peas and more are on the menu. 179 W. Route 59, Nanuet, 845-623-0058, fortunegardennanuet.com
Golden Dragon, Nanuet: All of the classics are here, including roast pork lo mein, vegetable egg foo young, sesame shrimp, and more. 98 NY-59, Nanuet, 845-624-3663, thegoldendragonny.com
Jade Bistro, Suffern:Peking duck, shrimp teriyaki, sushi and noodles soups are among the many options. 25 Lafayette Ave., 845-368-0011, jadebistrotogo.com
King and I, Nyack:Steamed pork bun, Bangkok duck and Pad Thai are among the dishes at this Nyack mainstay. 93 Main St., 845-358-8588, kingandinyack.com
Little Vietnam Bar & Grill, Upper Nyack: Vietnamese specialties like pho, Banh Mi, beef skewers, and sugarcane shrimp are among the specialties at this family-run restaurant, which recently moved from Spring Valley to a larger space in Upper Nyack. 327 N. Highland Ave., 845-358-4628, littlevietnamnyack.com
No 1 Chinese Kitchen, New City: Sweet and sour pork, spare ribs, egg drop soup and a large variety of other Chinese classics make up the extensive menu. 60 N Main St., 845-634-7702, newcityno1chinesekitchen.com
Raku Sushi, Nyack: An extensive sushi and sashimi menu awaits at this year-old restaurant, which opened last December. 138 Main St., 845-358-3222, rakusushiny.com
Thai Garden, Orangeburg: Satay, dumplings, duck salad, pad Thai and more make up the menu at this family-owned Thai restaurant, a Rockland staple since 2008. 303 NY-303, 845-680-6437, thethaigarden.com
Overseas Asian Bistro, Airmont: Sushi, crispy tempura and a long list of soups are among the Chinese and Japanese dishes. 109 Route 59, 845-368-2888, overseassuffern.com
Panda Garden, Nyack: Expect a medley of classics such as Kung Pao chicken, mango shrimp, sesame bean curd and lo mein
. 144 Main St., 845-353-8388, pandagardennyack.com
Shen Wang, New City: Lots of lo mein and vegetable dishes at this New City spot along with a host of traditional dishes. 48 Germonds Road, 845-623-8726, shenwangnewcity.com
Yummy’s Chinese, Stony Point: The restaurant prides itself on its modern interpretation of classic dishes and insistence on only using high quality ingredients. 8 S Liberty Drive, 845-786-8880, yummyschinese.com
Westchester
Aberdeen Seafood & Dim Sum, White Plains: Besides customary Asian dishes such as beef with broccoli and moo shu chicken, the repertoire at this popular spot also encompasses more exotic fare including sautéed yam noodles with sha cha sauce, assorted seafood in a bird’s nest, squid with pickled vegetables, twice-cooked pork with cabbage, jellyfish with preserved egg and salt-baked shrimp with squid. 3 Barker Ave., White Plains, 914-288-0188, aberdeenwhiteplains.com
CHIGO Chinese, Hawthorne: This newish take-out/delivery foodservice model – they opened in June – offers local and organic Chinese cuisine featuring traditional preparations. Expect organic, hormone-free chicken, pasture-raised pork, grass-fed beef, wild-caught fish, cage-free chicken eggs, Chinatown noodles, and organic vegetables with no MSG and high-fat fallout. CHIGO, incidentally, stands for “Chinese to go.” 58 Saw Mill River Road, 914-495-3323, eatchigo.com
China Garden, Rye: Gluten-free items are available upon request as is an extensive vegetarian menu. There are also lots of pad Thai, lo mein and chow mein choices. 20 Purdy Ave., 914-921-1054, chinagarden-rye.com
David Chen’s Chinese Restaurant, Armonk: Catonese, Shanghai-style and other traditional classics are on the menu, along with a variety of healthy steamed options. 85 Old Mount Kisco Road, 914-273-6767, davidchens.com
East Bamboo, Eastchester: Pan-fried noodles, Pad Thai and a host of lo meins are part of this restaurant’s repertoire. 17 Mill Road, 914-395-1792, heroonlineorder.com/eastbamboo
Emperor Garden, Mohegan Lake: Japanese and Chinese dishes such as sushi, Thai curry and chicken with cashew nuts are a sampling of what you’ll find on the menu. 3161 E. Main St., Mohegan Lake, 914-528-5588, newemperorgarden.com
Family Kitchen, Yonkers: Moo Shu Pork, shredded beef, chicken with string beans and other Chinese favorites are among the menu choices as are a large variety of vegetable dishes. 14 Main St., 914-969-1988, familykitchenyonkers.com
Hunan Larchmont, Larchmont:This casual Chinese spot serves up standard dishes such as chicken with broccoli, pepper steak, crispy duck and more. 1961 Palmer Ave., Larchmont, 914-833-0400, hunanlarchmont.com
Miyabi Asian Bistro, Pleasantville: Lots of sushi, Chinese and Japanese options at this Pan-Asian restaurant. 25 Wheeler Ave, Pleasantville, 914-769-8811, miyabiasianbistro.com
Mr. Chen’s, Scarsdale, Mamaroneck: Soup dumplings are the big draw at Mr. Chen’s, but you’ll also find authentic cuisine that spans various Asian cities, including Taipei and Shanghai. Expect everythin
g from Taiwanese beef noodle soup to braised pork belly (from Mister Chen’s old family recipe) to Kung Pao chicken. 265 Mamaroneck Ave., Mamaroneck, 914-777-1212, misterchenny.com or 102 Garth Road, 914-874-5581, misterchenexp.com
New Hing Fat, Mount Vernon: The list of lo meins is long and varied as is its chop suey and fried rice selection. The vast menu means you’ll find a host of Chinese dishes to fill any craving. 192 Gramatan Ave., Mount Vernon, 914-664-2895, newhingfat.com
O Mandarin, Hartsdale: Choose from a highly curated sampling of cuisine that runs the gamut from Peking duck to Mandarin-style dim sum, soup dumplings and flour pancakes. The restaurant also features street food, such as Sichuan wontons and Dan Dan noodles. 361 N. Central Ave., Hartsdale; 914-437-9168, omandarin.com
Oishii Bistro, Mount Kisco: Takeout and delivery only with lots of Chinese and Thai classics. 69 S Moger Ave., 914-666-2348, oishiiasianfusion.com
Peking City, Katonah: A casual spot for all your favorite Chinese dishes.138 Bedford Road, Katonah. 914-232-2368, pekingcity138.com
Seven Woks, Scarsdale:Standard Chinese fare with hefty portions, fast service and lots of loyal fans. 1124 Wilmot Road, Scarsdale, 914-472-4774, sevenwoksny.com
Top Hibachi, Baldwin Place: Pretty much any kind of Asian food is on this menu here including sushi, noodle soups, teriyaki and wok-style dishes. 80 US-6, 914-628-8899, tophibachiny.com
Wild Ginger, Bronxville:Thai, Chinese and Vietnamese dishes plus sushi are sure to please everyone in your pod. 10 Park Place, Bronxville, 914-337-2198, wildgingerbronxvilleny.com
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