Upscale Chinese dining w/ stunning ambiance & creative dishes. Must-try: unlimited Peking duck & artisanal dim sum. Perfect for date nights or impressing clients.
Experience the allure of Hutong, a high-end Chinese restaurant that transports diners with its opulent ambiance and exquisite cuisine. From the meticulously crafted dim sum to the highly praised Peking duck, every dish is a testament to culinary artistry. Revel in the luxurious setting, perfect for special occasions or an unforgettable night out.
The food at Hutong is primarily Northern Chinese, with a strong emphasis on dim sum and Peking duck. Customers rave about the dim sum, calling it outstanding and visually appealing, and many highly recommend the Peking duck, noting its crispy skin and delicious flavor. Some dishes, like the Dan Dan noodles and a 'Bao and Soy' dessert, are also highlighted. While the food is generally considered very good, a few reviewers mention that it can be pricey or that certain dishes may not travel well for takeout.
"The Peking duck is consistently highlighted as a must-try, with many users praising its crispy skin and flavor. The dim sum, especially the colorful and artisanal varieties, is also highly recommended, along with the 'Bao and Soy' dessert and Dan Dan noodles."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment towards the restaurant, often praising its luxurious ambiance and high-quality food, particularly the Peking duck and dim sum. However, some find it to be pricey.
Important Note
Some reviewers note that the restaurant can be quite pricey, and one comment suggests that certain dishes may not travel well for takeout.
"This commenter advises skipping Hutong, at least for the Peking duck, as they did not find it special."
Negative"This user listed Hutong as one of their favorites for Peking duck in NYC, alongside Juqi and Yongchuan."
Positive"Contrary to another user's experience, this commenter states that Hutong does provide a second dish with minced duck and long beans served with lettuce cups when ordering the Peking duck, and it does not cost extra."
Positive"This commenter suggests that while iDen & Quanjude might be more authentic, Hutong's Peking duck might be preferred due to potential influences that enhance its taste."
Positive"This commenter believes Hutong serves the most legitimate Peking duck they've tried. However, they were disappointed that they did not receive a second stage of the dish with lettuce cups, as advertised, and forgot to inquire about it during their visit."
Negative"This commenter plans to try Hutong for Peking duck, considering it potentially better than iDen & Quanjude."
Neutral"A friend from Beijing preferred the Peking duck at Hutong over iDen & Quanjude, suggesting it might be a preferred option for some."
Positive"The Peking Duck at Hutong is described as 'very good' by this commenter."
Positive"The commenter considers Quanjude the closest to authentic Peking Duck in NYC, prepared traditionally over several days. They note it's less 'oily' than Juqi and fits a 'fancy hotel' dining category, with other dishes being pricier but fancy. They also mention Bubbles and Bao at Hutong as a good value for AYCE Peking duck."
Negative"The commenter explained that Hutong originates from Hong Kong, suggesting its Peking Duck might be a Hong Kong/Cantonese interpretation, similar to Peking Duck House. This is in response to another user finding a difference compared to duck in mainland China."
Neutral"After experiencing Peking duck in Hong Kong and Shenzhen, the commenter noted a difference. They plan to try Quanjude based on recommendations, having not yet visited Peking Duck House. They found the Peking Duck at Hutong to be not the same as in China."
Negative"This user mentioned Hutong as one of the few places they've found that serves Moo Shu with fully homemade crepes."
Positive"Hutong is mentioned as a high-end Chinese option that might have been available on DoorDash."
Positive"Hutong was suggested as a restaurant that fits the desired dark vibe and is good for photos."
Positive"This commenter suggested Hutong for flaming duck on Christmas Eve and advised emailing them."
Neutral"Hutong offers a 'bougie' version of Dan Dan noodles that is very sesame-forward."
Positive"In the area, the user ranks Hui higher, followed by Grand, and then Land of Plenty, describing Hutong's brunch as overpriced but tasty."
Neutral"After confirming the AYCE brunch details, the user expressed interest due to liking Sichuan food, acknowledging the price. They previously dined there for dinner and found it good, but comparable to other local Sichuan restaurants."
Neutral"This restaurant offers a fancy AYCE brunch on weekends, with an option to add unlimited Peking duck for an extra charge. The dim sum is particularly outstanding, and the Mala Prawn and Four Season Beans are recommended main and side dishes, respectively. It's described as pricey but tasty."
Positive"Hutong was listed as a dining option outside of Italian cuisine for a birthday dinner. The commenter provided it as a suggestion when asked for recommendations beyond Italian."
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