Best Peking duck in FiDi, with multi-way prep & unique truffle soup dumplings.
Nestled in FiDi, this Chinese restaurant is a must-visit for Peking duck enthusiasts. While the ambiance might not be overtly fancy, the culinary experience, particularly the duck, is consistently praised. Diners rave about the multi-way preparation of the duck, including options for smoking and soup, with many considering it the best in the city. The truffle soup dumplings are also a standout, offering a delightful flavor without an overpowering artificial truffle taste.
The star of the show is undoubtedly the Peking duck, which is lauded for its multi-way preparation, including smoked and soup options, and often hailed as the best in NYC. The truffle soup dumplings are also a hit, praised for their authentic flavor. Conversely, some reviews suggest that beyond the duck, the food can be average, with dishes like squid ink fried rice and claypot rice receiving mixed to negative feedback.
"The Peking duck is highly recommended, particularly the multi-way preparation options (smoked, soup) and the salt and pepper duck bones. The truffle soup dumplings are also a standout dish."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Peking duck, with many calling it the best they've had. However, some recent feedback indicates that other dishes and the overall experience might be considered average or a gimmick, with service also receiving criticism.
Important Note
The restaurant's interior is described as not particularly fancy, and some recent reviews suggest that while the duck is good, other dishes and the overall experience might be considered a gimmick with mediocre service.
"This user recommended The Golden Wuish for Peking duck, stating they do a really good one."
Positive"This user humorously suggests that the restaurant served a regular duck instead of Peking duck."
Neutral"This user recommends Peking Duck House and Dim Sum Palace for Peking duck."
Neutral"This user agrees with the recommendations for Pinch, Chef Huang, and Hutong, and also suggests Jiang Nan in Flushing for Peking duck."
Neutral"This user states Quanjude is not good even in Beijing and recommends Juqi in Flushing."
Negative"This user has never been to Golden Wuish but recommends YongChuan, which they visited twice and were not disappointed."
Neutral"This user states that Decoy is back."
Neutral"Responding to a mention of soup and bones, this user stated the soup was fine but the bones wouldn't have saved the meal."
Neutral"This user is surprised that the included smoked duck or soup, and optional salt & pepper bones, were not mentioned."
Neutral"This user stayed at the hotel attached to the restaurant, looked at the menu, and found it underwhelming, opting to go to Chinatown instead. They are glad they skipped it."
Negative"This user had a good experience with Peking duck delivered from Dim Sum Palace."
Positive"This user agrees the place is a gimmick and found everything, including the Peking duck, to be average."
Negative"This user claims that if you complain enough at Quanjude, they will offer to let you take a carcass home. They also state that the duck is the best they've had in NYC, but haven't tried Redfarm/Decoy."
Positive"This user was very disappointed with Quanjude, noting that it has reportedly gone downhill even in Beijing."
Negative"Regarding Quanjude, this user was disappointed that lettuce wraps or other dishes with the carcass were not offered, as is common in Beijing. However, they did find the duck itself to be decent."
Neutral"This user reiterates that the place is a gimmick and was recommended on Chinese social media. They wouldn't return unless paid and suggest others spend their money elsewhere."
Negative"This user recommends Pinch, Chef Huang, and Hutong for Peking duck."
Neutral"This user suggests Quanjude for Peking duck."
Neutral"This user is seconding the request for good Peking duck recommendations in NYC."
Neutral"This user describes mediocre service, with drinks not being refilled and dirty dishes remaining on the table for a long time. They also mention that the food pacing was awful, with everything brought out at once."
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