Chef Huang Jian Bing & Peking Duck
If you're in the mood for a mouthwatering Chinese dining experience, Chef Huang Jian Bing & Peking Duck is a must-visit spot located at 635 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10016. This restaurant has quickly become a favorite for food enthusiasts, offering a delicious array of traditional Chinese dishes with a modern twist.
At Chef Huang Jian Bing & Peking Duck, the star of the menu is undoubtedly the famous Peking Duck. This iconic dish is known for its perfectly crispy skin and tender meat, served with thin pancakes, hoisin sauce, and fresh vegetables. It's a true celebration of Chinese culinary craftsmanship.
But Peking Duck is just the beginning. If you're craving something else, you'll find plenty of other mouthwatering options on the menu. For example, the Beef Ribs are a standout, slow-cooked to perfection, and packed with deep, savory flavors. The Lamb Skewers bring a smoky, charred goodness that will have you coming back for more. For a more unique experience, try the Scallion Pancake Wrapped Ribs—crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, with a rich, flavorful bite. If you're a fan of BBQ, don’t miss out on their House Special BBQ Lamb Kebab which offers a perfect balance of spices and juicy meat. And of course, no meal at this restaurant would be complete without trying their Soup Dumplings. These bite-sized wonders burst with hot, flavorful broth when you take a bite, providing a satisfying contrast to the crispy dishes.
What makes this spot even more special is the atmosphere. It's cozy yet vibrant, a perfect place to share a meal with friends and family or to enjoy a solo feast. Whether you're a fan of traditional Chinese dishes or looking to explore new flavors, Chef Huang Jian Bing & Peking Duck offers something for everyone.
Reviews
Quite authentic Chinese cooking. Recommend the Delicious Peking Duck. They offer half duck which is great! Clean and relaxing space. Good service. Good "Go TO" Chinese restaurant without having to travel to Chinatown and look endlessly for parking.
One of the most memorable meals I've had in a while! What a hidden gem! We put ourselves on the Yelp waitlist on a weekday evening, and it said there were 14 parties in front of us, but when we called the restaurant, they said there was an open table and to come right in! We were seated quickly, and the restaurant was indeed crowded for a weekday night. The focus on presentation here is a little gimmicky, but lends itself to an elevated experience, starting with a bubbling hand sanitizer that we had some fun with. We started with the mashed garlic cucumbers, which were solid. Very garlicky. Next came the BBQ lamb skewers, which came with 5 skewers on a mini grill. The skewers were cooked very well, and I liked that they provided a shaker of additional chili pepper to season as needed. This is certainly more expensive than buying individual lamb skewers from the cart in Chinatown, but I felt the meat was more high quality. My bf did note that it didn't have the same smoky char flavor as skewers cooked on a well-loved grill, though. We got the peking duck 1/2 portion, and I love that they have the option to order a smaller portion for smaller parties. This was presented beautifully. I liked that they provided very thin, chewy, crepe-like wrappers like those used in China, rather than fluffy bao buns. The duck was nice and crispy, and the toppings of cucumber and green onion were fresh. We had extra duck, and they even refilled our wrappers + toppings. Last, we got the beef ribs with crispy crust, which is akin to a beef wellington. The beef was extremely tender, and the crust was slightly sweet, although I was expecting something a little more light/flakey like a scallion pancake. I enjoyed this dish, but it felt the least "Chinese" and I don't think it's necessary to try. Next time, I would swap this out for the braised beef brisket. Overall, I had an amazing, authentic meal at Chef Huang! I can't wait to come back.
I found this place one night when trying to get a reservation at a Chinese restaurant but all the usual go to spots were full, and I'm honestly shocked why there isn't a line out the door. It's pretty hard to find a good Peking duck outside of Beijing, but this place definitely does it right at a pretty affordable price. We got the half Peking duck for $41 and I knew it was going to be spectacular the moment it got brought to our table. The skin was incredible crisp and the duck meat itself was tender and fatty. You can tell when a Peking duck is going to be good based on the little piece of skin they cut off and put on the side of the plate (in this case it was scintillating). We also got the beef rib in a crispy pancake crust for $38. The presentation was pretty eye opening with the whole rib bone placed on a cutting board, and the taste matched the presentation. I would have liked a tiny bit more of a portion given the price, but honestly in New York you could do a lot worse (and I have). Overall, this place is a real gem and I'm definitely going to go again!
Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance 5/5 We walked in without a reservation and the wait ended up being longer than anticipated. The servers accommodated us with tea while we waited and took our orders before being seated so we were served our food as soon as we sat down. The food was both delicious and presented aesthetically. Peking duck - I really love the thin flour wraps because I feel it is the perfect thickness to balance the fattiness of the duck, the crunch of the cucumbers, the garlicky addition of scallions, and the sweetness of the hoisin sauce. Most other places serve buns as the wrap which I find can be too thick and doughy. Overall, this places gives cozy, comforting, and wholesome vibes. No wonder we had to wait so long to eat here! People just don't want to leave.
Not your typical Chinese restaurant with diverse selection of menu items. Peking duck is good (and available in half or whole). Dessert is good blend of West and Chinese affairs.