Upscale Chinese dining w/ refined Cantonese dishes. Delicious, though pricey. A more tranquil alternative to Chinatown.
Shun Lee offers a refined take on Chinese cuisine, establishing itself as a long-standing favorite on the Upper West Side. While some find it to be a bit pricey, many praise its delicious Cantonese dishes and more tranquil atmosphere compared to bustling Chinatown spots. It's considered a solid choice for those seeking an upscale Chinese dining experience.
Shun Lee is known for its refined Chinese and Cantonese cuisine, with several patrons specifically recommending dishes like Peking duck. While many praise the food as delicious, a recurring point is that the restaurant is "obscenely expensive" or "pricey." Some reviews suggest it might be past its prime, though others still consider it a top choice for upscale Chinese.
"Peking duck is specifically recommended by multiple users. The cuisine is generally praised as delicious, particularly the Cantonese offerings."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment towards Shun Lee, frequently recommending it for its delicious food and more relaxed atmosphere compared to typical Chinatown establishments. However, some note that it can be quite expensive.
Important Note
The restaurant is considered very expensive by multiple patrons. One opinion suggests it may be past its prime.
"The user simply recommends Shun Lee for Chinese food."
Positive"Shun Lee is recommended as one of the best Chinese restaurants on the Upper West Side."
Positive"This user suggests Shun Lee Palace, which is still open and located near the original poster's area, as a place for General Tso's chicken. However, they caution against paying top dollar for it, noting that most local takeout places do it fine."
Neutral"This restaurant is briefly mentioned as a potential option for the group's dinner."
Neutral"The commenter agreed that Shun Lee offers a nice experience."
Positive"The commenter found the Shun Lee Palace East a justifiable choice for a historical experience, similar to places like Mr Chow."
Positive"The commenter noted that the restaurant is very expensive."
Negative"The commenter strongly agreed with the recommendation of Shun Lee West."
Positive"This restaurant is recommended as a good option."
Positive"This user recommends getting the Peking duck at Shun Lee."
Positive"This user recommends getting the Peking duck at Shun Lee."
Positive"This user states that Shun Lee is very good."
Positive"This user states that Shun Lee is very good."
Positive"This user agrees that Shun Lee is the right recommendation."
Positive"This user agrees that Shun Lee is the right recommendation."
Positive"Shun Lee on West 65th was considered good in the past, and has been around for a long time."
Positive"Shun Lee on West 65th was considered good in the past, and has been around for a long time."
Positive"Shun Lee is highly recommended."
Positive"Shun Lee is highly recommended."
Positive"Shun Lee is recommended as a good option, alongside Hutong and Jing Fong."
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