In fact, its Chinatown Gateway was a gift from Taiwan.

Debbie Ho ofChinatown Main Streettold T+Lwhats so special in this Chinatown is the variety.

Plus, there are restaurants with a Taiwanese flare with great pan-fried dumplings and soup dumplings.

Entrance gate to Chinatown in Boston

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But the real artistry is in its wide breadth of offerings, with someone for everyone.

For Ho, that comes in the form of great coffees and gelato.

From Taiwanese delicacies like fried stinky tofu withpaou tsai(my favorite!)

But theyre perhaps best known for their dumplings.

As a dumpling addict, this was among the top around the world.

Even the server came over afterward and we fangirled out over its delectable flavors and distinct textures.

That includes Wu-Tang Tiger Style Ribs, C-Town Chicken n Waffles, and Shadowless Fries.

Plus the Japanese spirits list is unrivaled in the city with amazing cocktails.