Chef Yu is not too far from Madison Square Garden, so we ended up here for dinner prior to the Bon Jovi concert. We weren't expecting much, but the ambiance, service and food all met our needs quite well. We ordered cold sesame noodles and chicken with eggplant and garlic sauce. The chicken entree was on the sweeter side than I am use to for this entree. Overall, given the location of this restaurant, the prices are extremely reasonable. read more

Chef Yu - Chicken & Eggplant in Garlic Sauce - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

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Finished a nice stroll in Central Park and viewing of the cherry blossoms, on my way to work, decided to check out this location as it was close to my job. Upon entering around 2-3pm it was surprisingly empty. We got sat down pretty quickly and ordered the beef broccoli and chicken basil. Sadly the problem started with receiving the wrong order, we got chicken broccoli instead of beef. Another flaw with the waitstaff was they put someone else's dish in front of us. The food on the other hand was pretty good, beef and the chicken was well made, only suggestion I have is to give more training to the waitstaff read more

Chef Yu - Chicken basil - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

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My husband highly recommended Chef Yu's after he went on a work trip. I would say it is a little more of an elevated atmosphere than your typical Chinese food establishment. Fast service. You will not wait long for your drinks, appetizers or food. We did not feel rushed. They were very accommodating of our young son and brought him a highchair and some fortune cookies. Our food was delicious. I tried the Spicy diced chicken, which had a little heat but it's not too hot. My husband got the crispy shredded beef, which he raves about. We also tried the Szechuan dumplings in hot chili oil as our appetizer. Very tasty in kind of a spicy peanut sauce. Also it was happy hour until 9pm so we each had a glass of wine. Very affordable and large portions which is hard to find in NYC. We would definitely return! read more

Chef Yu - Szechuan Pork Dumping Red Hot Pepper Hot Oil - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

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I love this place for its affordable casual Chinese and Cantonese food. The drinks are great and very affordable as well. The restaurant is also beautiful with lots of tables and the bathroom is nice and clean. read more

Came for a quick dinner with friends. We were a large group and this place was empty. They have an AWESOME happy hour and I got a dirty martini which was average, but for that price I really cannot complain. I also got the chow mein, which I think was actually haw fun noodles, which is what I actually wanted, so no complaints but different. They were really good and would get again. Some of the other dishes seemed a bit pricy and also it was unclear if they were supposed to be had individually or family style but overall, a good place to go and would come back. read more

Chef Yu - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

When my office was in the area we used to order lunch & stop by on a regular basis it's probably about the only thing I miss after leaving the area. Hubby & I happen to be in the area & decided to stop by for lunch, drinks kept it simple w just Water & Sprite not bad. Appetizer we got the Scallion pancakes so good even better with the peanut soy dipping sauce. Main dishes we went with the Garlic chicken & Orange crispy beef both with brown rice, both so good crispy orange beef nice taste, rice so good with sauce. The Garlic chicken also so good, I could do w out less onions since they are such big chunks. Our visit was during the weekend so the place was not crowded as it can be during the week & lunch hours, big enough space with an upper & lower seating, they also have a small bar area. Good quick service, prices are very reasonable, we enjoyed our lunch. read more

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Close to The Shops at Hudson Yards and perfect for our pre-Christmas family dinner! A great selection all around! read more

Chef Yu - 201. Egg Roll - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

Service was excellent. 4 ladies visiting NYC for a couple of days. Won ton soup, egg rolls, spring rolls, pork dumplings, vegetable dumplings and chicken with mixed vegetables. No complaints on anything we ordered, egg rolls crispy and not greasy. And for New York this is a very reasonable restaurant. The egg rolls are 3.50 each. read more

Food was really good. Ordered the Whole fried fish 11/10. Wow, we ordered extra white rice for that amazing ginger sauce. Can't wait to try this again. crispy beef 10/10. ( never had better than this. fried rice 7/10 ( very underwhelming, lacked that flavor I love) dumplings 7/10 ( over sauced, couldn't taste anything but sauce) read more

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Haven't been here for a long time. Stopped by today as I was in the hood. I could swear their lunch special used to include a soup and/or an egg roll. Guess times are tough. Either cut back on portion or raise the price. I do miss the hot and sour soup. read more

Chef Yu - Shredded Pork with Dried Bean Curd lunch - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

I met friends here about a week ago; never again. The food was not that good. The chicken with shrimp and celery was salty; the pork fried dumplings were dry and tasteless. We were served water upon arrival; my glass had a lipstick stain, proof they don't wash their glasses, and my friend's water had a bug. This is not a very clean place. I noticed the "Grade Pending" rating at the door when I was leaving; that means there are several serious violations in the kitchen and around the restaurant. The waiter, who, by the way, only served us water and took our orders, was upset that we did not give him a huge tip and demanded more money! The lady sitting behind the counter kept picking her teeth. It was not a good experience, and I regret staying there. I should have followed my instinct as soon as I walked in. Eat here at your own risk. read more

Food was just okay but everyone in the restaurant were super efficient. The lunch menu that I ordered was pretty worth the value since it came with a lot for only 11-13$ so it's definitely worth the value. Ordered the general tso lunch special and the chicken wasn't crispy but the flavor was there. Overall, not bad but not insanely good. read more

Chef Yu - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

The rating on this place is way too low. Honestly I like coming in here for a quick sit down lunch close to the office. When I'm craving Americanized Chinese food, this place fulfills exactly what I'm looking for. Great general tso chicken with fried rice and veggies for a very fair price. Service is quick and it's a nice big space that could accommodate a party of any size. read more

I debated giving this review, but I cannot sidestep a recent issue, despite years of great experience with Chef Yu. I was introduced to Chef Yu by a friend twelve or thirteen years ago, but a recent attempt to order delivery resulted in me ordering from somewhere else and that seemed perfectly okay with the woman on the phone. Chef Yu has been a standby restaurant to which I have introduced others and from where I have phoned in countless orders for delivery over the years. So this does not come lightly for me and why I spent almost two days debating whether I should write a negative review after so many positive years. Given the woman who responded to my call was so indifferent to me, I am compelled to respond with the same cold response I received. I attempted to call in my order, which invariably includes the ever popular Spicy Diced Chicken, among other standards I regularly order for delivery or while there. This dish has been reliable over the years, but I noticed at least six years ago, that I had to begin specifying that it be made the old way with more chicken than peppers, the latter and new way being off balance and not tasting good. Whether I am dining there or calling in my orders, they have always made it the old way according to my specifications and how it was made in the kitchen when I was introduced to Chef Yu. However, two days ago the woman on the phone said they would not make it as I desired and that Chef Yu has come under new ownership. They would not take my phoned in order and I would have to order via one of the delivery services. Fair enough, I gave her every opportunity to grant my request and I offered to give her notice that I would order it via one of the delivery services, but she refused to ask the kitchen to grant my request when such delivery service order came in and she was indifferent to my suggestion that I would order from somewhere else, which is what I ultimately did. I know plenty of folks will continue to enjoy Chef Yu offerings on their menu, but for someone who has had a long term relationship and experience as a faithful standby customer with Chef Yu, this represents a break in the relationship and an indifference to a long term patron they know well from my phone number in their system and from what I expressed to the woman from different angles. She had every opportunity to accommodate my one request and refused with indifference, which is unacceptable. One star... read more

Visited today for an early dinner with about eight people. While what we ordered was essentially vegetarian because one in our party does not eat meat or shellfish, we focused more on vegetables, tofu, and fish. Overall, I would say the food was exceptionally bad. Two of us are staying in Flushing, Queens, an area flush (no puns intended ) with a wonderful variety of Chinese cuisines from various regions of China. Chef Yu's cannot compete. Good Chinese cooks would've done an excellent job with what we ordered. While we did order some dishes w meat, no meat could be discerned, all our dishes lacked flavor - can be described as super bland, perhaps undercooked, and under-seasoned for sure. The place is old in desperate need of renovation. The staff are not friendly, almost supercilious, jaded, having experienced all kinds of customers. An all-gender handicapped restroom is on the ground floor right next to the dirty kitchen swing doors. The once white restroom door looked quite dirty. Went upstairs instead for the ladies' room. Stairs are dangerous and apparently do not meet current codes for access even for us normal people. We've been coming here year after year for many years because it's close to Penn Station, and we live all over the Metro area. As for myself and my partner, we are from the SF Bay Area and are accustomed to much better Chinese food. I will likely suggest we meet elsewhere next year for our annual "reunion" dinner. read more

Food: 10 out of 10 all around the best food I had on my trip. Service: 10 out of 10. Our server was friendly, quick and very attentive to anything we needed. Location: located a few blocks away from the 42nd street crowd. Right across from Hilton doubletree hotel. Ambiance: upscale cuisine dinning. Low image lighting. Great place to gather with family and friends. Price: several appetizers, three entrées, four cocktail drinks. Total was under $150. read more

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I met my big homie here as he said their lunch special was a quick meal and a potential inflation buster. Nothing gets me out of bed like a potential inflation buster... Chef Yu is like a Chinese version of Buca Di Beppo. A big space with ample room and huge portion sizes at decent prices, but just straight Americanized... they don't even give you chopsticks ahahahaa. But Buca Di Beppo does have its time and place lowkey...they don't wanna have that conversation though. The menu was huge, but I went straight to the lunch specials as you know why I'm here. I got the spicy diced chicken, and I swear to god it came in under 5 minutes from the time the words "spicy diced chicken please" left my carmex filled lips. It came a little too quick (haha) as now I am fully aware that they have a big pot of that chicken on simmer in the back and just go and scoop it out, or they just throw it in the microwave and bring it right out to you. They should have just waited 10 min and I wouldn't have batted an eye. However at $11.95 and a portion big enough for 2, this EASILY qualifies as an inflation buster. The mix of chicken, white rice, and vegetables was honestly pretty damn good I can't even lie. It didn't have me feeling like I was going to die after like some americanized chinese food does. I ate the whole thing because the chicken did SLAP, and when you from where I'm from you don't leave food on the plate. I'm also just an animal and built different so please don't beat yourself up if you can't finish it... Another reviewer said "the food is like an upscale Panda Express," and I couldn't agree more. Nice comparison Emily C, keep doing you we see you workin! Call it in. Tell the good people. Inflation is in TROUBLE. Chef Yu's lunch special is on its head!!!!! IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov__ read more

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I ordered the lomein and shredded beef lunch special from Chef Yu. Each entree was under $15 which I thought was a good deal. It was my first time ordering from here. My order was ready for pick up quickly. The beef lunch special came with rice, a choice of soup and a side salad. When I came to pick up my order, a lot of people were there for lunch, mostly working people in the area. The restaurant is pretty big. The portion sizes of each were generous, especially the lomein. They definitely load up the beef entree with veggies but there's a good amount of meat in there too. I thought the food was probably a 5.5 or 6/10. It was just okay. I probably enjoyed the beef more than the lomein though each was kind of greasy. The restaurant has a nice sized menu though, so I'd be open to trying something else. For the price, I think it's a nice option. read more

Chef Yu - Lo Mein - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

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Very good restaurant went there while on vacation, I live in Florida and can't find a good hot and sour soup or a general Tao's chicken anywhere. This place had a great hot and sour soup and they general Taos was delicious. Nice place inside and service was very good and friendly read more

Chef Yu - 8. General Tso Chicken - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

We had a larger group of 7 work colleagues who came for dinner the other day. They are a large restaurant with plenty of space, and we didn't have any problem getting a same-day weeknight reservation. In fact, there were a couple of empty tables near us. Service was good, and the location is nice. Food quality, though, was so-so. We ordered a number of entrees family style. I just wasn't impressed. read more

We ordered from here at least 20 times, This time they delivered someone else's order to us. They never attempted to pick it up. I was told that the correct order was still on the way. It never came and I told them to cancel it. The didn't and I had to dispute the charge thru my credit card. Sad, because the food was always delivered hot and it was very good. read more

The food here is consistently amazing and always well cooked. If you're in New York, you have to check this place out--you'll love it! Some of my favorites: Hot and sour soup Vegetable spring roll General Tso's chicken Singapore rice noodles Pepper steak Every dish is full of flavor and cooked to perfection. Highly recommend! read more

I don't write many reviews, but I feel that this review is a long time coming. This restaurant is probably one of the best Chinese restaurants in New York City. I have been going there for 30 years at least, I work in the Garment center, and it's very convenient. That said I will always try other Chinese restaurants and I come back to this one. I order almost the same thing every time I will switch it up so I don't get bored but I've never had anything I didn't enjoy. The sign of a good restaurant is that it's consistent, you love a dish you order it more than once. It's always great. That is Chef Yu. The food comes out so fast too, hot, quality, and delicious. The service is not warm and fuzzy as is the case and most Chinese restaurants. But they're fine. It's respectful they refill your water glass constantly. There's always a server nearby, so you don't have to sit there waiting and waiting. Sometimes they get large tables and you still get served right away. Love their Moo Shu, cold Sesame noodles, chicken with cashews, sesame, chicken, fried rice, crispy beef, dumplings. Whatever you're in the mood for you will be happy. And the prices are great. You could take a friend out to dinner and not break the bank. It's not a first date place, it's a place that if you wanna go alone, they give you the best table in the house. If you're with someone also the same. I have never stood for more than 45 seconds before being shown to a table. I've also ordered delivery and it's always good. I prefer to be in the restaurant however over Delivery I find the portions to be just a little bit bigger. I always take some food home. I've taken other people from out of town and they say the same thing. The value is there, the food is delicious. The Place could use a little update. But it's fine, you're not going here for a white tablecloth, Michelin star experience. It's a New York City Chinese restaurant that is consistently good. You must try, especially if you're going to Madison Square Garden. It's so convenient. read more

Food: never disappointed when we come here, usually post NYCC! Not pictured is an order of pork fried rice that's always good. I would not recommend the Lychee Martini, it had a lot of lychee chunks in it. Service: Our waiter always came to check on us, our water glasses were always filled, and he had a very pleasant attitude. Ambiance: The restaurant is clean and updated. The bathrooms are in good condition. I look forward to continuing this NYCC tradition with my friends for years to come. read more

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The service was less than bare minimum & tried to tell us how to tip. Very disrespectful.

Good Chinese food in midtown. The food was tasty, and the restaurant was clean. Staff was friendly also. I really enjoyed the wonton soup. It tasted great, and the chicken with broccoli was tasty as well. Food was pretty quick so it's good for a not so long meal. read more

The food is always excellent. The dumplings with peanut sauce are a must try. The entrees are fantastic whether it be chicken pork or beef entrees or soups. read more

First this restaurant feels a little hesitating. It's a white table cloth setting and located midtown Manhattan with a very professional table service available . You might think it's out of your budget put here is the big surprise . The average price of a dinner plate is in the low $20 range . Very upscaled food presentation. All my food choices were delicious and satisfying. Happy hour drinks are as low as $4 for a bottle beer . I recommend Chef Yo. read more

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I was only Asian at this mandarin Cantonese place. While the place has a lot of good checks I use to screen. The walnut shrimp was really Americanized. Quality of the large shrimp was great but the heavy batter while crispy was a bit not traditional. General tsao shrimp was tangy and good quality for $12. Food is Americanized but decent and good quality. Nothing to wow but it ain't bad. read more

Chef Yu - Shrimp and walnut. Huge shrimp x 10 for $21 - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

Solid dining and service was great. Lunch menu is a great option for a well rounded meal for cheap. General Tso chicken could have been a little bit less coated in the sauce. Rice was somewhat bland. read more

Chef Yu - 8. General Tso Chicken B1. Fried Rice - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

Great favorites here. Very tasty authentic midtown venue. Good options for the pickiest eater! Enjoy! read more

Chef Yu - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

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Every dish was enjoyable! We ordered Pork and Broccoli 8/10 Pan fried noodles with veggies (hong Kong style) 10/10 Shrimp and snap peas/peppers 7/10 General Tsao Tofu 10/10 Nice, clean atmosphere; Don't let the fancy/niceness of the restaurant make you think it's modernized Asian food. Very authentic and reasonable prices. Highly recommend. Noting that the "negative" reviews state variables of the restaurant that I personally enjoy, and seems typical for Chinese dining. Fast paced...feels kinda standard from what I'm used to, but staff is not rude about it. They stay ready! read more

Enjoyed my vegetarian fried rice. Quick and friendly service. Ambience was nice. Will return my next time in New York.

Excellent food and nice ambiance near Penn Station. We started it won ton and miso soup. Both were terrific. We split shrimp pan fried noodles that were perfectly prepared. Crisp noodles in a tasty mild sauce. The shrimp were succulent. In addition, service was top notch. I cannot wait to return. read more

Chef Yu - B11. Pan-Fried Noodle with Shrimp - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

Chef Yu had been a go-to for yeeears, but they have started to disappoint on some things. For a light lunch I usually get their Shrimp Dumplings Szechuan Style, and they have been less flavorful lately. The sauce is watered down not giving the sesame hit they used to and not as salty, delicious, and umami. I think I will have to say goodbye to this as a quick pick up lunch and also their scallion pancake sauce is not great either. I will go and do sit down food to see if my other all time fave by them has been tampered with. They had great General Tso's. Hope they haven't wrecked that. read more

decent chinese food in garment district. prices reasonable. service typicsl chinese and efficient. midscale ambience with function room upstaris read more

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Terrible service and food. Lady in front could not care less to take my order or let me know it was ready. I had to do the last part myself Food was greasy and mostly inedible. read more

This roomy and classy spot (tablecloths, high ceilings) is just a few step away from Penn / Moynihan stations and good if not stellar choice. My hot and sour soup was underwhelming, but the chicken pepper offering was fantastic. Spicy, with succulent chicken morsels. I added the Chinese vegetables, well worth the slight uncharge. Portion was ample, and setting was quiet and comfortable. I'll be back. read more

Chef Yu has always been a go to for me. Reasonably priced, good food, nice look etc... the food was good as always but the service was choppy this time around. Maybe we caught this on a bad night, but I can never go without the shrimp dumplings in spicy peanut sauce. read more

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On a street where a salad is now $18 and served in a recyclable container and no place to sit there is Chef Yu with lunch special for $11.99, comfortable and elegant seating and amazing service. read more

Chef Yu - 7. Chicken with Broccoli Lunch Special - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York