Enjoyed takeout from Peking on July 28, 2022. We had never tried this restaurant, so we were looking forward to a treat. We were not disappointed, save one small misstep.
We ordered by phone and requested a family dinner for two. We also added one order of Crab Rangoon and one order of Fried Dumplings (Potstickers). The entrees we asked for were Sweet & Sour Pork and Beef Chow Mein. This is where we experienced the misstep. Arriving home and unboxing, we discovered our "Beef Chow Mein" was actually "Beef Lo Mein"! My wife was disappointed because she loves Beef Chow Mein with the crunchy noodles. Somehow the order got lost in translation.
At one time you only had to check your order before leaving the restaurant if ordering from a fast-food place. Today it is required at ALL restaurants. Pretty sad since our check reflects that the order taker got it right, but the chef did not. In defense of the chef, presumably the order taker usually bags the order. That person should have checked the order. The restaurant was not busy at 4:18 P.M.
The food was delicious, and the oversight will not keep us from visiting again. The servings were substantial with all containers filled. The price reflects the fact that this menu option does not include things like ribs, fried shrimps, etc.
Nicely packed, Wonton Soup in separate containers. Shrimp Chips are not included but are available in quart size Ziploc baggies for an additional charge. Thick, pork filled noodles were tasty. Flavorful broth that did not taste like it was simmering for two days. The Egg Rolls were crispy with all the right ingredients. They were prepared fresh and also were not "chewy" from sitting under a heat lamp. Same thing for the Crab Rangoon.
The Lo Mein was also tasty with tender onion and pieces of beef. My only gripe is the way many Chinese restaurants are preparing Sweet & Sour Pork (or Chicken) these days. Years ago, this order came prepared with pineapple, green pepper, onion and carrots along with the pork. Today, your order is served with oodles of pieces of pork and sweet sauce on the side. I guess people would rather eat just the meat. I'll take the old school version. Peking is no different. Keeping in mind my barometer over the years has been Chin's Red Dragon. If you are old enough to remember, you understand. Today you can count on one hand the number of places that serve it old school, and one of them just closed permanently.
A very nice, clean restaurant that we will try again! read more