I came with a group of seven last night though we did book a table ahead of time. Parking was horrendous to find close to the restaurant, so we had to park about three blocks away. Walking in heels that far was not the best but not much can be done about it. Three tables were pushed together to accommodate all of us, but spacing was pretty decent so it didn 't feel cramped. Food was great! Do note that most plates are meant to be shared (unless of course you like your portions large) hence the prices outside the 'smaller plates ' menu. I ordered the ginger beef, steamed rice, and a pulp fiction drink for myself. Ginger Beef was $40, which in truth is quite pricey than what I expected, but it...
As for the food, it didn't leave a lasting impression on me. I ordered Pork Shumai and Shanghai noodles, and both were overwhelmingly flavored with soy sauce and oyster sauce. Even the chili vinegar served on the side was quite salty. I'm sure there are other dishes with more varied flavors, but I must have had bad luck with these two being so salty.
On the positive side, I loved the texture of everything; the noodles and vegetables were cooked to perfection, and the chicken was tender. The interior design of the restaurant is stunning—it's a beautiful space with a vibrant atmosphere! Overall, I would rate the food at 2.5 stars and the service/atmosphere at 4.5 stars.
This place may be a hit or miss for some, but this one is a big hit on me; despite the price to food portion ratio. All of the food menu items I ordered were just right for me, but it may be too salty for some. I highly recommend their Mapo Tofu Char Siu Pork (lots of meat inside). Update: April, 2019 had a change in their menu and tried the beef Curry fried rice and it was just the right season and overall taste and texture. It is similar to a Biryani for me. The atmosphere and decorations were definitely my type, modernized tradition while maintaining key elements to remind you of China. I would go back again to try other menu items.
This is the ideal spot for a first date. The patio enjoys just the right amount of sunlight, creating a lovely atmosphere. The staff is fantastic and exceptionally friendly, greeting you with big smiles as you walk in. The delightful aromas of the cuisine greet you at the door, making your mouth water. The food is simply outstanding, easily deserving 5 out of 5 stars for its flavors and quality. Their Spanish Riesling pairs beautifully with the asparagus appetizer, pork steamed buns, and mushroom dumplings. The bathrooms are very clean and tastefully decorated. I would return here in a heartbeat!
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The only reason I’m not giving this place a five star review is because of the service. We were seated for 45 minutes before we even spoke to a server. Even the host noticed, and came over and asked us if anyone had started some drinks for us and then took our cocktail order (thankfully). Other than that I adored the food, the dishes were presented nicely and we ordered an obnoxious amount of food so we were lucky to get to try a lot of different things! One small nitpick would be the egg rolls, the shell is so good that the filling does a disservice to it. The filling was pretty bland
I loved how it felt upscale and fancy without having to assume we needed to be extra dressed up. The food is definitely top quality, the decor and high ceilings make it so special. The staff were so approachable. I felt comfortable here : Everyone was super pleasant and laid back, taking extra detail to make sure we had everything we needed! The service was freakishly fast and soooo delicious. I would recommend this to anyone! 10/10
Great Staff, very nice atmosphere but the food was lacking. Not sure how they rationalize calling themselves modern Chinese as half the menu had nothing to do with any type of Chinese cuisine. Steamed beef buns were GOOD, potstickers okay (but not near as good as Joey 's) and the rest was marginal. Ended up paying $118 for a very forgettable meal for two. Visited because of the hype ...won 't do that again
We visited on New Year's Eve and the food was absolutely fantastic. The service was outstanding, and we really enjoyed the atmosphere. The only drawback was that it was a bit too dim; I had to use my phone's flashlight to read the menu! Lol. I will definitely recommend this place to my friends!
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The Two Penny is limited, although that is what makes the food fantastic. Two Penny has innovative food choices, ginger beef is a slow roasted beef tenderloin with ginger sauce. So delicious.
We enjoyed the happy hour menu and the prices! Great food, great service.
Duck Foie Gras Peanut Potstickers
Carrots 'Typhoon Shelter Style '
King Oyster Mushrooms Rice Cakes
White Chocolate Sesame Cookies
Napa Cabbage Steamed Buns (3)
Crispy Mushroom Dumplings
