Old-school Midtown Chinese institution, famed for its traditional Peking duck & banquet-style dining. BYOB friendly.
This establishment is a long-standing Chinese restaurant in Midtown known for its traditional Peking duck. While some patrons praise its classic ambiance and the quality of its duck, others have noted a decline in food quality over the years, with criticisms regarding the duck's skin and meat. It's a popular spot for banquets and large group dinners, offering a BYOB option.
The restaurant is primarily known for its Peking duck, with many customers recommending it. However, there are also dissenting opinions suggesting the quality has decreased over time, with specific complaints about the duck's skin and meat. The sizzling rice soup has also received positive mentions.
"The restaurant is most famously recommended for its Peking duck. Sizzling rice soup has also been mentioned positively."
Customer opinions are divided, with some praising the classic ambiance and Peking duck, while others feel the quality has declined, citing issues with the duck's preparation and taste.
Important Note
Some reviews suggest that the quality of the Peking duck has declined over the years, and it can be pricey.
"This user inquired whether the Peking Duck House located on 53rd Street is comparable to the one in Chinatown."
Neutral"The user is looking for an alternative to Peking Duck House, which has been their backup Chinese takeout spot. They are not interested in overly spicy or unusual dishes, preferring classic options like dumplings, wontons, egg drop soup, chicken with cashews, moo shu, spare ribs, fried rice, and sautéed string beans."
Neutral"Peking Duck House is mentioned as a restaurant that delivers to the West 50s, where the commenter resides."
Positive"This commenter suggests Peking Duck House for a more 'fancy night out'."
Positive"This commenter recommends Peking Duck House."
Negative"This user stated that the chili chicken sandwich at Pecking House closely matches the style of The Bird's spicy fried chicken sandwich from SF, and they even prefer Pecking House's version."
Positive"This user commented that while the newer Popeyes chicken sandwich isn't as good as its initial launch, it's still solid. They also mentioned enjoying Peking House's fried chicken and are looking forward to trying Rowdy Rooster due to positive reviews. They also mentioned missing Chinatown Pies and Thighs."
Positive"This user recommended Pecking House for chicken sandwiches, noting menu changes but still finding good options, and specifically praised their tenders."
Positive"The author believes the Peking duck at Peking Duck House is excellent, noting that the preparation by staff in the back suggests high quality."
Positive"The author agrees with the recommendation for Peking Duck House."
Positive"Peking Duck House is recommended as a place for Peking duck."
Neutral"This commenter recommended Peking Duck House, noting it's an old-school establishment on East 53rd Street that serves quite good Peking duck."
Positive"Peking Duck House is recommended for Chinese food."
Positive"The user found Peking Duck House disappointing, with skin that wasn't crispy and fat not separated from the skin. They also had a negative experience with the mapo tofu."
Negative"The user disagrees with the notion that Peking Duck House's duck is close to Cantonese roast duck, stating it's a bad recommendation for that specific dish and that Hay Hay Roasted is a better choice."
Negative"In response to a recommendation for Cantonese roasted duck, the user clarified that Peking Duck House serves Peking duck, not Cantonese-style duck."
Neutral"Peking duck house on 53rd is described as stellar."
Positive"Peking Duck House is mentioned as a place that serves good Peking duck, noting that high-level delegates are taken there, suggesting quality."
Positive"Peking Duck House is considered fine, but not good, and closer to passable. Uluh is suggested as another good recommendation."
Negative"The user recommends Peking Duck House."
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