This was quite the experience! My wife and I had been wanting to go here since we first saw it on one of the many YouTube food channels (Strictly Dumpling for the win!). It did not disappoint. They showed us the lobster that we would consume before it hit the pot. I definitely suggest going with at least a minimum of 5 people as it’s fairly large portions and it’ll help share the load of the costly meal but the experience is worth it!
We entered the restaurant when it was empty and they sat us at a table next to a thermostat that would beep every 5 minutes. Already a bit annoyed, we then tried to order 3 or 4 different items on their menu but they were all out of stock. After a while, we finally managed to find something we wanted and that they could serve. The food started great, I really enjoyed the soup. But then, the next few dishes were just deep fried and the flavours were lacking. The rib and the oyster moreover tasted a bit off, especially the oyster, it didn't taste right for me. Furthermore, through out the meal, some waiters would just be on their phone or eating behind the counter which was a bit special. I do have to give credits to some of the other waiters who were really professional and efficient. One of them noticed when I dropped my chopsticks by accident and instantly brought a pair for change. Then again, they weren't really welcoming nor friendly. The presentation is a bit different and doesn't make the food look too appealing except the fried rice and the lobster that was more intriguing and enjoyable. All the oil from the food definitely made me feel a bit unwell after a couple of bites. Finally, the prices are certainly not cheap but the portions are rather large which makes up for it. I don't know if it was because we ordered the wrong items or if it was an off day, but I hope I will get to enjoy a better experience the next time I try eating here again.
Set dinner for 8 people:Alaskan King CrabLobsterFried RiceSnow Pea LeavesDessertEnded my birthday week celebration here! It's been such a long time since I came, probably at least 5 years and when the restaurant had a previous location. This was the one meal I actually was craving the most ? the food quality is still amazing and generous portions? what surprised me was that the dessert included was actually macaroons ?
Taste ok, price not cheap, poor service!
There are two private dining rooms, where PEOPLE ARE SMOKING CIGARETTES INSIDE. We had to be reseated because even the staff realized the second-hand smoke was unbearable. The quality of this place has truly decreased while the prices have increased.We ordered a lobster combo and 70% of it is just fried bits. Honestly, you're better off going to Congee Queen for their side dishes LOL
Excellent food and service, for those who want to try a variety of shell fish.
Amazing seafood, food, service, and set prices. The 5 of us kept on raving about the food the whole time and comparing how wonderful everything was vs. the typical Chinese seafood restaurants are in NYC. This is what I drive 8 hours for! Highly recommended!
Food was great. But they changed the menu items without telling us and when we brought it up, our server Susan was rude and tried to blame it on us. Worst experience at a Chinese seafood fine dine.
Service was terrible and food was crazy salty as if salt was free. Not even sure if the salt or msg is to use to cover up the taste of the seafood cause it wasn't fresh?! Telling the waitress and she just says to us, oooh really??? with an aditud. For a $1100 meal I'm hoping to at least get service cause the food wasn't great neither. Was an embarrassment for me to take my family that is visiting to this place. Never again, this place is just horribly terrible. One star too much, not even worth a star.
Amazing good, great service. Quite pricey but worth the money. The seafood is presented so beautifully and tastes just as phenomenal. Again, it is very very pricey but really really delicious