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Piggyback NYC, New York, NY

Piggyback NYC

4.5
4.5
87 Reviews
$30 and under
Asian
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Piggyback NYC

4.5
$30 and under
Asian
Chelsea

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for groups
Asian inspired bar food coupled with traditional favorites making it perfect for quality shares to go around the table. Drinks range from a rotating draft list and wine selection to craft cocktail offerings.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–16:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon 17:00–22:00 Tue–Thu 17:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    (212) 239-0570
  • Website
    http://www.piggybacknyc.com/home
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    140 W 30th St, New York, NY 10001
  • Area
    Chelsea
  • Cross Street
    Between 6th and 7th Ave
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    PATH Train, NQRW, BDFM, 1, ACE
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wine

Menu

Cold Stuff

  • Prawns SaladUS$18.00

    Grape tomatoes, lemongra ss, fish sauce, calamansi lime.

    • CrudoUS$19.00

      Medai, coconut sauce, green mango, grapefruit, cashew, crispy pork.

      • Smoked MusselsUS$18.00

        Peanuts, chili FL akes, soy sesame vinaigrette, rice cracker chips.

        • Tofu 3-waysUS$16.00

          Cucumber, carrots, red onion, szechuan peppercorn dressing.

          • TartareUS$19.00

            Yellowfin tuna, soy vinaigrette, Asian pear, shiso, crispy rice.

            Hot Stuff

            • LumpiaUS$14.00

              Pork & beef spring rolls, sweet chili sauce.

              • Curry PuffsUS$18.00

                Curried beef, potatoes, onions, lime, cucumber relish.

                • Charred EdamameUS$10.00

                  Yuzu butter.

                  • S&P ShrimpUS$18.00

                    Chinese 5-spice, scallions, jalapeños, kewpie lime mayo.

                    • Okie ToastUS$19.00

                      Shrimp, cabbage, bonito, scallion, kewpie mayo, okinokiyaki s auce.

                      • Korean WingsUS$16.00

                        Honey butter gochujang sauce.

                        Noodles N Rice

                        • Choeng Chee See EwUS$18.00

                          Rolled rice noodles, egg, crisp y pork belly, choy sum, bean sprouts, pickled chili.

                          • Wonton MeeUS$19.00

                            Noodles, char siu pork belly, pork & shrimp wontons.

                            • Cha CA la VongUS$27.00

                              Turmeric & lemongra ss cod, rice noodles, peanuts, herbs, nuoc cham.

                              • Thai Fried RiceUS$17.00

                                Egg, shrimp, Chinese saus age, chili, Thai basil.

                                Sides

                                • Brussels SproutsUS$8.00

                                  • Green Curry CauliflowerUS$8.00

                                    • Jasmine RiceUS$4.00

                                      • Coconut RiceUS$5.00

                                        Big Stuff

                                        • White Pepper Lobster

                                          Stir fried whole lobster, butter sauce, ginger, chili, tokyo scallions.

                                          • MP

                                        • Hainanese DuckUS$35.00

                                          Half duck, crisp y duck fat rice cake, duck jus, ginger sauce, chili sauce.

                                          • Nasi LemakUS$28.00

                                            Fried chicken drum & thigh, coconut rice, crispy anchovies, peanuts, sambal, fried egg.

                                            • Lamb RendangUS$32.00

                                              Coconut milk braised l amb, curr y, potato puree, sauteed kale, roti.

                                              • Beef & Bone for 2US$92.00

                                                Dry-aged ribeye, roasted bone marrow, jaew sauce & green relish.

                                                Cocktails

                                                • Desperate Housewife

                                                  Simple vodka*, aperol, prosecco, blood orange, lemon | collins; * 1 drink = 1 meal to feed a child in need.

                                                  • Claude Monet

                                                    Claude monet gin, shochu, but terfly pea, lemon, prosecco | coupe.

                                                    • A Chick Named Sadie

                                                      Brockman's gin, aperol, green chartreuse, Thai basil, lime, aquafaba | coupe.

                                                      • Three Guarantees

                                                        Los vecinos mezcal, cil antro, strawberr y, simple, lime, orange bitters | double rocks.

                                                        • Bars for Days

                                                          Tequila, pisco, maraschino, chartreuse, lime, gochugang, orange bitters | collins.

                                                          • Café Banana

                                                            Tanduay double barrel, mezcal, coffee c ynar, banana leaf, 5-spice, smoked cube | double rocks.

                                                            • Mercenary's Revenge

                                                              Wild Turkey r ye, calvados, benedictine dom, pandan, orange bitters | nick & nora.

                                                              • The Mantis

                                                                Dad's hat white whiskey, creme de cacao, coconut fat, mint, kaffir, lime | coupe.

                                                                • Wing Sauce

                                                                  Bourbon, scotch, velve t falernum, Montenegro, soy brown butter, absinthe, lime, angostura | double rocks.

                                                                  On Tap

                                                                  • Narragansett Lager

                                                                    • Greenport Black Duck Porter

                                                                      Wine

                                                                      • Wayback Cabernet

                                                                        • Raza Vinho Verde

                                                                          Last updated: 1 February 2022

                                                                          What 87 people are saying

                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                          4.5
                                                                          4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                          • 4.6Food
                                                                          • 4.5Service
                                                                          • 4.4Ambience
                                                                          • 4.3Value

                                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                                          Loved For

                                                                          • New York City

                                                                            Asian

                                                                          Review summary

                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                          Piggyback NYC offers "delicious and unique" dishes with standout options like Taiwanese pork chop and mushroom dandan. Guests rave about flavorful food and "great service," making it a "great midtown treat." While some note pacing issues, the "fun atmosphere" and creative cocktails ensure a memorable dining experience.

                                                                          87 Reviews

                                                                          1. Paul

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            20 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            20 reviews

                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Great time at Piggyback. Service and food were both excellent. Had brunch on a Sunday. Honey butter wings and breakfast sandwich were good choices!

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                                                                          2. Gianella

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            4 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            4 reviews

                                                                            Dined 7 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Excellent all around from the food to the service.

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                                                                          3. Deb

                                                                            Milwaukee

                                                                            9 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            9 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            We were seated right across from the kitchen which I liked. The staff were all friendly and worked together. Food was brought out as it was ready. The food was terrific! Would definitely go again!

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                                                                          4. Stephen

                                                                            Philadelphia

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Loved pig and khao loved piggy back! Highly recommend
                                                                            Piggyback NYCResponded on 8 December 2024
                                                                            Hello Stephen, So glad you had a great time with us & love our restaurants! Feel free to reach out directly for your next visit & we will be happy to take care of you!

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                                                                          5. Sarah

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            1.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined on 2 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 1
                                                                            2. Food 1
                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            My brother got served his appetizer and entree and my food wasn't ready yet so I was given some cucumbers while I was waiting It just wasn't that good Disappointed
                                                                            Piggyback NYCResponded on 8 December 2024
                                                                            Hi Sarah, We apologize for your experience last week. We'd love to make it up to you, feel free to reach out to us directly & we'd be happy to take care of you on your next visit!

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                                                                          6. Ben

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined on 26 November 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Great service! Delicious food! Love this place. Was there for a late lunch so fairly quiet. Highly recommended!!!
                                                                            Piggyback NYCResponded on 8 December 2024
                                                                            Hi Ben, So glad you enjoyed your lunch! Feel free to reach out next time you want to come visit & we will be happy to take care of you!

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                                                                          7. Scott

                                                                            Washington DC

                                                                            45 reviews

                                                                            vip
                                                                            5.0

                                                                            45 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 24 November 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            Food was really unique and delicious (especially the lamb). The family style serving allowed everyone to have a taste of everything. Cocktail was great. We had a group of 7 and our server made sure we were taken care of. A fun evening.
                                                                            Piggyback NYCResponded on 8 December 2024
                                                                            Hello Scott, So happy you enjoyed your dinner with us! Feel free to reach back out if you'd like to visit any of our restaurants again, we'd be happy to take care of you!

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                                                                          8. Sheryl

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            6 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            6 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 23 November 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Great experience. Wings were awesome....Gigantic! Everything was delicious.

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                                                                          9. Darren

                                                                            New York City

                                                                            15 reviews

                                                                            vip
                                                                            3.0

                                                                            15 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 22 November 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 3
                                                                            2. Food 3
                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            Food was meh. Not terrible, but not at all interesting. It felt uninspired. And portions were ungenerous. Bartender was friendly and creative (made a terrific Manhattan.)
                                                                            Piggyback NYCResponded on 8 December 2024
                                                                            Hi Darren, We're sorry you didn't have an excellent experience! Feel free to reach out to us directly if you'd like to join us again for another Manhattan on us!

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                                                                          10. Caroline

                                                                            Dublin

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined on 13 November 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Amazing spot for a pre MSG or off-Broadway shows! Get lots of small plates

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                                                                          FAQs

                                                                          Piggyback NYC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 239-0570.

                                                                          Piggyback NYC is rated 4.5 stars by 87 OpenTable diners.

                                                                          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                          A photo of Piggyback NYC restaurant

                                                                          Piggyback NYC

                                                                          4.5
                                                                          $30 and under
                                                                          Asian
                                                                          Chelsea

                                                                          Make a booking

                                                                          2 people
                                                                          19:00
                                                                          Booked 17 times today

                                                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                                                          Google Map for Piggyback NYC

                                                                          140 W 30th St, New York, NY 10001

                                                                          Dining areas

                                                                          Additional information

                                                                          • Cross Street
                                                                            Between 6th and 7th Ave
                                                                          • Area
                                                                            Chelsea
                                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                                            Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–16:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon 17:00–22:00 Tue–Thu 17:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–00:00
                                                                          • Price
                                                                            $30 and under
                                                                          • Cuisines
                                                                            Asian, Gastro Pub
                                                                          • Dining style
                                                                            Casual Dining
                                                                          • Dress code
                                                                            Casual Dress
                                                                          • Parking details
                                                                            None
                                                                          • Public transit
                                                                            PATH Train, NQRW, BDFM, 1, ACE
                                                                          • Payment Options
                                                                            AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                          • Additional
                                                                            Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wine
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