Modern Cantonese w/ dim sum & creative cocktails. Elevated Chinatown dining, sister to Potluck Club. Great for dates & celebrations.
This Chinatown establishment offers a modern take on Cantonese classics, blending traditional flavors with contemporary dining. It's praised for its vibrant atmosphere and elevated approach to familiar dishes, making it a popular spot for both casual outings and special occasions. The restaurant is recognized for its creative presentations and has been noted as a strong contender in the competitive NYC Chinese food scene.
Phoenix Palace offers a modern interpretation of Cantonese cuisine, with a particular highlight on Dim Sum. While many praise dishes like the Chili Crab Noodles and Lobster Sticky Rice, some find the food to be overly salty or unmemorable, suggesting a hit-or-miss experience for certain palates.
"Highly recommended dishes include the Chili Crab Noodles and the Lobster Sticky Rice. The chilled tofu is also noted as an outstanding item."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, frequently recommending it for its atmosphere and updated take on Cantonese cuisine. However, a few reviews mention dishes can be overly salty or unmemorable.
Important Note
One user noted the restaurant may have been closed on Thanksgiving. Another perspective suggests the restaurant, along with its sister establishment Potluck Club, may thrive on social media hype rather than genuine culinary innovation.
"The commenter loves Phoenix Palace but is unsure if it's appropriate for Valentine's Day. They highly recommend the Chili Crab Noodles and Lobster Sticky Rice if one does go."
Positive"The user recommended Phoenix Palace, stating it has a lively atmosphere, in addition to suggesting Potluck Club."
Positive"Phoenix Palace is mentioned as an alternative dining option if the commenter decides not to dine at Potluck Club due to time restrictions."
Neutral"Phoenix Palace is an Asian restaurant recommended for a dinner with a budget of $130pp tip and tax."
Neutral"Phoenix Palace is mentioned as a good option on the edge of Chinatown."
Positive"Phoenix Palace is mentioned as one of the restaurants that appear on both OpenTable with a dining credit and the Blackbird app."
Neutral"Phoenix Palace is mentioned as having a similar concept to Potluck Club, implying it might also be family-style and not ideal for a date night."
Neutral"This restaurant appeared to be closed on Thanksgiving, potentially due to being a more upscale Chinese option."
Negative"This user found Phoenix Palace and its sister restaurant Potluck Club to be 'mid,' with small portions and nice decor, thriving on social media rather than genuine innovation in Cantonese cuisine."
Negative"This user described Phoenix Palace as 'Tik Tok' food, implying it is overhyped and not genuinely innovative."
Negative"This user recommended Phoenix Palace as a dope restaurant with delicious and innovative food, in response to a comment criticizing the NYC food scene."
Positive"This restaurant was recommended as a similar option for Asian fusion food and vibes in NYC."
Neutral"This commenter is obsessed with the chili crab noodles at Phoenix Palace."
Positive"This user mentioned Phoenix Palace as a sister restaurant to Potluck Club, describing it as nice with tasty food, though less kitsch. They specifically recommended the outstanding chilled tofu and the chili crab noodles."
Positive"This restaurant is mentioned as the sister restaurant to Potluck Club."
Neutral"This restaurant is mentioned as a recommendation."
Positive"Phoenix Palace is mentioned as a sister restaurant to Potluck Club, offering an updated take on Cantonese classics. It serves both brunch and dinner."
Positive"The commenter finds the lap cheong jam at Phoenix Palace to be a maddeningly small portion of a "heavenly savory salty sweet substance.""
Positive"The user loves Phoenix Palace and specifically enjoys their Chili Crab Noodles."
Positive"The user mentioned Phoenix Palace as an honorable mention for creative takes on Chinese food."
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