Shun Lee Palace in New York City: Ritzy Atmosphere Meets Authentic Cuisine

Main Dish - Chinese

Dress Code - Sub-dressy

Meal Price - Moderate ($25-40)

Overall Rating - 4.5 out of 5

What They Claim

Many have said that if there was a restaurant out there that could blend together a ritzy, yet mainland-authentic cuisine, that they would probably be the best Chinese restaurant in all of New York City. These people, as well as any others who enjoy delicious Chinese cuisine, should search no further than Shun Lee Palace. Not only can one come and enjoy all of the old standbys, such as rice, chicken, and pork, but they can also indulge themselves with various sweetbreads, black mushrooms, and pig knuckles. One is not going to be disappointed with the fabulous food here at Shun Lee Palace.

Not only has Shun Lee Palace succeeded in the blending together of the ritzy and authentic cuisines, but they have also done so for the atmosphere and setting as well. Serenity is the word that most customers use when asked to describe our dining room, and this was much in mind the idea used in designing it. Shun Lee Palace has also made it their mission to hire only the most attentive and helpful wait staff, assisting the customers in every aspect of their orders. If one likes Chinese food and décor, than Shun Lee Palace is the place for them.

What We Say

Oh, the food, the food, the food, where can one even start? All entrees at Shun Lee Palace had such an appealing blend of both elegance and flavor that it would be hard to believe that someone could go there and not enjoy their food. The hacked chicken was extremely tender, and the portion sizes were so large that there was more than enough to go around. The duckling with ginger was also so delectable that once it was gone, it was hard not to order more. The prices accurately reflect the quality of food that someone will get here.