Chinatown classic w/ comfort food & roast meats. Signature curry chicken sparks debate, but roast duck is a must-try.
This classic Cantonese spot in Hell's Kitchen offers a taste of traditional Chinatown with a focus on comfort food. While some may find certain dishes to be standard, the curry chicken on rice is a notable item that sparks much discussion about its preparation. It's a go-to for those seeking familiar flavors and a no-frills dining experience.
Big Wong serves traditional Cantonese and Hong Kong cuisine. The roast duck is highly recommended, and the roast meats in general are considered excellent. The curry chicken on rice is a frequently discussed dish, with ongoing debate among diners about its ingredients and preparation methods, with some finding it standard while others seek to replicate its flavor.
"The roast duck is a standout recommendation, with general praise for the quality of roast meats. The curry chicken on rice is a frequently discussed dish, sparking interest and debate about its preparation."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, appreciating the traditional Cantonese offerings and particularly recommending the roast duck. However, there are mixed opinions on some dishes, with the curry chicken being a point of discussion regarding its preparation and uniqueness.
Important Note
One opinion suggests that the restaurant may consistently offer some of the worst meals within the Cantonese dining options.
"This commenter recommends Big Wong for 'Native' palates."
Positive"The user listed Big Wong as a recommended Cantonese restaurant."
Positive"The user prefers Ming Wong but acknowledges both places have excellent roast meats."
Positive"Big Wong in Chinatown is recommended for its roast duck."
Positive"Drawing from their experience in Chinese takeout, this user suggests Big Wong might use Javin Brand Curry Powder and emphasizes techniques like velveting chicken and using chicken stock for flavor in Cantonese dishes."
Neutral"This user opines that Big Wong's curry chicken on rice doesn't appear to be particularly special, looking similar to other Chinese curry chicken dishes they have encountered."
Neutral"This user expresses intent to order Big Wong's curry chicken on rice for their next visit, indicating positive interest in trying the dish after reading the discussion."
Neutral"This user suggests that Big Wong's curry chicken on rice appears to be a standard Hong Kong curry chicken recipe and provides a link to a recipe."
Neutral"This user suggests that blandness in chicken curry is likely due to underseasoning rather than the cooking vessel, disagreeing with the emphasis on high heat and wok."
Neutral"This user strongly believes that without a hot wok, the chicken curry will taste flat and the sauce blander, emphasizing the wok's role in making the dish tasty."
Neutral"This user argues that a powerful stove and wok may not be necessary for Big Wong's curry chicken, as it appears to be a stew-like dish without typical "wok hei" characteristics. They contrast this with dishes like beef chow fun where wok hei is critical."
Neutral"This user provided a sarcastic response to the original post's question about how Big Wong makes their curry chicken on rice."
Neutral"This user questions if Big Wong's curry chicken is unique, remarking that it resembles generic Chinese or Hong Kong curry chicken and lists common ingredients for such a dish."
Neutral"This user elaborates that while ingredients might be common, the "wok-hei" (wok heat) from a powerful stove and wok is essential for authentic Chinese curry chicken flavor, distinguishing it from home cooking."
Neutral"This user asserts that Big Wong's curry chicken on rice will not achieve the same quality without the use of a hot wok during preparation."
Neutral"The original poster clarifies their inquiry, stating they are looking for information about the ingredients used in Big Wong's curry chicken rather than cooking equipment."
Neutral"This user suggests that using a wok and a powerful stove is important for achieving the desired taste in a dish like Big Wong's curry chicken."
Neutral"The original poster is seeking the recipe for Big Wong's curry chicken on rice, specifically asking about its preparation methods and ingredients."
Neutral"The user suggested getting noodles from Big Wong and adding Parmesan cheese as a potential way to recreate a specific garlic noodle dish the original poster was looking for."
Neutral"Congee from Big Wong"
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