Some of the best ramen I can remember having in a very long time. You can walk by this spot many times and miss it! (My friends and I did!) We sat by the door, which sometimes gave us a waft of cold air, but the warmth (and deliciousness) of our food kept us happy. The space is pretty minimal, but I think that's a-ok. There is still some ambiance and a delightful smell throughout the restaurant. I loved my Tonkatsu ramen - some of the best I have had in a long time. The noodles are perfect. There were many other items on the menu that I would have loved to try, too! I will be back! read more

If you're Chinese, do not expect much. It was ok. We were hungry after the Central Park Zoo so we just picked a random Chinese restaurant nearby. We had: Ramen - Weird to have this on the menu at a Chinese restaurant, but it was jus tok. Gravy noodle - Meh Bing w minced beef - Bing was dry and the meat was flavorless. Fried tofu - Fine Fried veggie balls - Fine Chicken katsu - Fine read more

Loved this spot for a casual dinner. The service was great and quick, the portions are big, and everything came out hot and fresh. We shared the pork dumplings and got ramen as our mains. I was a big fan of the grilled chicken ramen. They also have lots of teas to choose from. Good for groups and solo diners alike. I will definitely be back! read more

Peng's Noodle Folk - Chicken ramen - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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We visited Peng's Noodle Folk after the Frick Collection because it was nearby and reasonably priced, and we were so glad we did. Everything we ordered was excellent and the portions were generous, plenty for sharing. The chicken dumplings with bok choy were juicy and flavorful. The poached shrimp were simple but plump and fresh, served with a delicious dipping sauce. The chicken katsu ramen was great. They serve the katsu on the side so it stays crispy, and the broth was really tasty, mild and delicate without being overly salty, which I often find with ramen. It was well balanced. We also ordered two wok-fried noodle dishes (homemade noodles- yum!), one chicken and one vegetarian. Both were very good. We asked for the chicken dish to be mild, but it was mouth-on-fire spicy, even for us, and we're used to spicy food. Still, they were really good but if you have a low spice tolerance this will be inedible. My stepdad had the vegetarian noodles extra spicy and really enjoyed them. The only issue was when we asked for the ramen to be split into two bowls for our kids. They wouldn't do it in the kitchen and just brought us extra bowls to split it ourselves. It was messy and a bit frustrating, definitely not ideal when dealing with long noodles and young kids. It would have been a small but appreciated gesture for them to take care of that for us. Service was friendly and efficient. The iced teas were also very tasty. Even with the bowl-division inconvenience, I'm giving them five stars because the food was that good. Would definitely go back. read more

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Cute, classy ambience, great service, and delicious food! What more can you ask for? I got the Shao Bing sandwich with chicken katsu and it was absolutely delicious. I have a weird gut issue and can't do a lot of veggies, so I got mine with just the sauce and chicken, no lettuce, and it was still fantastic! Also super affordable - the sandwich was only about $10. Next time I'm going to try the mochi, it looked amazing. read more

Peng's Noodle Folk - Shao Bing Chicken Katsu sandwich - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

Great food and Great vibe. Pork dumplings and shrimp fried noodle were fantastic. Fast service.

Wow. We stumbled upon this small place after seeing a show nearby and so glad we did! Fast service and friendly staff. I loved that they served the chicken on the side of the soup so we could take our time eating it and it didn't get soggy. The purple dumplings were so pretty (& good). The wasabi cucumber salad was amazing! Big portion and perfect on my diet. I liked the seaweed salad but the portion was way too small and very expensive! My husband loved to Ramen noodle soup. He loved it and the portion was big! The shrimp was ok. The sauce was good. I do recommend this place! read more

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I was craving ramen in New York and this was the closest place to me. The reviews were great so I figured it check it out. Very yummy, the chicken katsu was crispy and the broth flavorful. I like spicy so I added chili oil at the table and it was great read more

Peng's Noodle Folk - Pork Dumplings(5) - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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Great noodle spot with a nice interior. I highly recommend their pork rib and Beijing noodles. Food: 4/5 Price: 3.5/5 Experience: 4/5 read more

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This place is so good!!!! I had the Tan Tan Ramen with Rice Noodles. I imagine their home made noodles are excellent but I have an allergy to wheat and their rice noodles were very good too. Paired well with sake. read more

Absolutely delicious! This was a great find for us while on vacation for Christmas in the city. We were walking around Upper East Side taking photos of decorated homes & hotels in the frigid temps, when we had the urge for hot soup. I checked Yelp and came across Peng's. It was by far our fav meal of the entire trip. Leaving Midtown to try food in other neighborhoods really makes a difference. The service was perfect. The food was flavorful and abundant. The hot lemon honey tea was exceptional. My only wish is that I could eat here often, but I sadly live in another state far away. read more

Peng's Noodle Folk - Chicken katsu ramen with egg - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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I've been on a ramen kick. This was really, really good. Amazing flavors, and their chili sauce is sooo yummy. Love how huge the portion is - I was able to have more of it twice at home. My server was friendly too. She was surprised and giggled at the fact that I wanted ramen in a 97 degree heatwave lol read more

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I love a causal, quality noodle spot! Peng's Noodle Folk offers a great selection of housemade noodle goodies - particularly ramen. I ordered the Tan Tan Men Ramen and added an soft boiled egg. It was very tasty; although, I did add chili oil to the broth to give it a little extra spice. The serving size was generous and the noodles oh-so-fantastic. I also stole a taste of the Tonkotsu ramen, which was also very good. Go with friends to warm your body and soul. read more

Peng's is the only spot in the area where you're going to get a decent bowl of soup noodles. Despite having no competition in the area, Peng's does a great job with consistency and making great dishes. My personal favorites are the ramens but they also make great cold noodles (ban mian). They are quick with their orders too. Highly recommend especially if you're looking for soup noodles in the area. This is our go to spot for noodles in the UES! read more

Decent noodles decent price. Ambiance is perfect, and the service is good. I couldn't find any other ramen spot close enough to the Met to walk to on the UES. read more

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Great food! We love the tan tan ramen, chicken katsu ramen and the cold sesame noodles. I've been coming here for years and their food is always delicious. read more

Peng's Noodle Folk - Tan Tan Men Ramen Chicken Katsu Ramen Sesame Paste Cold Banmen - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

The overall offerings are diverse to give patrons more options, and deserves recognition. However, some of the dishes are not spectacular (& my general reviews in the past never really constitute high expectations.) The donburi's are not really what it is, in terms of that label. It came out to be an ordinary main dish over rice with scallions and some general mixed veggies. I would not characterize it as a donburi but for marketing purposes (and hoping customers like me would not call it out), it is depicted as such, on their menu. Which is fine because the reviews have been mostly raving in terms of taste. At the end of the day, as long as customers are happy - then be it. For now, my purpose is to clarify so that future customers would be made aware, that's all. The neighborhood is fortunate for a restaurant that provides different options. For me, just may not go back. But I would still wish the establishment continued success and best of luck - while attempting to work on needed improvements. read more

Came here for lunch with a friend about a month ago, after we'd been to the Frick (fabulous, but I'll review them separately). Loved this place! Not your typical noodle joint, much more upscale, much more interesting dishes. I had the Beijing-style dalumen -- super delicious (but maybe a bit salty for those who don't love salt as much as I do). Very nice atmosphere (not noisy) and very pleasant staff. Prices seem standard for the UES. Will be back for sure! read more

Reviews were good but it exceeded expectations! My 18 old picked this after a Central Park visit. The place is clean, modern and the service was very nice. We ordered Da Lu Noodles, Tingling Shaobing, and fried tofu. All were delicious with In depth flavors. The fried tofu is a style we never had before, so is the Da Lu Noodles. We are from the Bay Area and have traveled quite extensively. I bookmarked this place for future NY visit as well as recommendations to friends. read more

Wonderful, wide choice of noodles. Especially ideal on a cold, rainy day. Fabulous option during a museum outing!

Do not offer Vegetarian options if you spend zero time on them! Just take it all off the menu! Vegetarian dumplings are DYED BRIGHT KELLY GREEN -like st.Patricks day / Grinch green! GROSS. Veg Ramen was $20 and pretty tasteless/bland - I mean you can eat it but if you've ever had a good or even decent ramen - this is NOT IT. MAPO TOFU Danburi - first it is not Danburi or MAPO! looks nothing like a Danburi and tastes nothing like MAPO. This was akin to like a Trader Joes meal - definitely not worth the $17 The two stars are for the ppl there/ bc I like people and even though they weren't the nicest (actually told me the neon green dumplings were green from spinach! LOL : ) - anyways UES food scene is always disappointing. Lesson learned get on the train & GO DOWNTOWN. Also CALLING OUT the INFATUATION GUIDE!! Which was like 80% of why this place was on our radar - PAH LEEASE - feel like I can't use their guide again - maybe UES bar is low. Again get on the train! Go home hungry & save your $$. read more

Their food is just so good. No Disneyland, nothing redundant, just on-point, indulgent, quality food, somehow with a hint of homemade nostalgia. On top of that, they always get the order and added notes right, paying attention to details, and make the experience nice even when it's a takeout order. There are so many choices for eateries in the area - you know the food is good when you always come back. When I crave for ramen or just some Chinese foods, this is my go-to. read more

Lovely dimly-lit spot with 9 tables for 4+ in the front and a counter bar. Wait staff friendly and willing to offer suggestions for my first visit, openly advising that some items were an additional charge. The broth was delicious and mild. A subtle flavor. The eggs were exquisite with a lovely aftertaste that blended perfectly with the broth. I was less sold on the panko-crusted chicken. The breadcrumbs were yummy in the broth but I wondered about the chicken. Few white meat pieces and more dark or pressed chicken pieces. That said, I'd come back for the broth and the refreshing and surprisingly spicy - just enough- cucumber dish. read more

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Good service good food, reasonable prices strongly recommend lunch dinner would work perfect bon appétite Good service good food, reasonable prices strongly recommend lunch dinner would work perfect bon appetite. read more

The Tonkotsu Chashu Pork Ramen was amazing!! The pork was so tender, the noodles were perfect and the broth was creamy and delicious! Some of the best ramen I've had on the Upper East Side! read more

Hands down the best ramen place I've been to. Pan fried noodles were fire. Ramen had the most tender, fresh meat and the noodles are made in house. Spicy seasoning on the table makes it even more flavorful. Service is fast and friendly. Cute ambiance. Very clean. Highly recommend. Sorry for the pics...it looked so good everyone just started eating. read more

Peng's Noodle Folk - Mostly eaten beef fried noodles. - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

Amazing fast service, walked in for Saturday dinner after the Met and had lots of space. Reasonably priced food for the UES. Tried the pineapple fried shrimp appetizer, tomato beef stew noodle and yuxiang noodles - all yummy and hit the spot but wouldn't be rushing to come here again anytime soon. read more

Peng's Noodle Folk - Yu Xiang Chicken Banmen Tomato Beef Stew Noodle - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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The noodles here are the absolute best! It's not a large space but doesn't feel crowded or noisy. The tables are mostly four tops with only one large table that I noticed (I think it seats 8?) so if you have a larger party, you might want to call ahead. I recommend the shrimp fried noodles or the chicken katsu ramen, both dishes are phenomenal. The servers are very nice, and happy to accommodate small changes to the menu items and various spice levels. read more

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Quite good! I think this restaurant has great value, especially for the neighborhood. I had the pork rib ramen and the pork pieces were soooo juicy; be aware that they are a bit fatty for people who do not like that. Generally, the restaunt's service is fast and efficient, with photos of the items available before ordering. Also, the restaurant is quite spacious! read more

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This past April, I vacationed in Vancouver for a couple of days. While there, I tried some terrific Asian cuisine, among them a terrific noodle shop that produced fresh noodles at a great portion size and a great price. I feared I would never have that experience in the States, let alone New York City. Thankfully, those fears are allayed, largely thanks to this small gem on the Upper East Side. Do not be fooled or turned off by the relatively high prices. The portions back it up. Everything also tasted fresh and had full flavor. They even offer chili oil and chili powder at the table so you can liberally make your dish more spicy if you so desire. Once this was pointed out, I clearly noticed a difference in quality, for the better. Want more noodles? Of course you can! I enjoyed these so much I demanded a second helping. How can you not slurp these and not enjoy? I could probably even do a third round of these and still enjoy it! Okay, maybe not three, but two is good. If it were not for the fact I had a long subway ride home, I would have slurped up the remaining broth, but me having some decency, restrained. Now I understand why this such a well kept secret. Great noodles, great service, great location (short walk from 77th street on the 6 train), overall great job. It certainly eased the longing for some noodles back in Vancouver, that is for certain. read more

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Stopped in for lunch at Peng's Noodle Folks. My server was excellent. I love seeking guidance at new restaurants, and it's always a delight when servers confidently offer suggestions, even when they're wildly different. Pan Fried Pork Dumplings: as delicious as they are beautiful. Fresh, light, and the presentation was on point. The Hot Tingly Beef: Not spicy enough for me (high tolerance), but that was easily fixed with the condiments at the table--Togarashi, Soy Sauce, and Chili Oil. Even without the extra heat, the beef was seasoned to perfection; so it probably appeal to those who like meat flavored, but not too hot. The beverage selection is excellent. Highly recommend the Funaguchi Kikusui Nama Sake. It was exactly as described by my server. Nuff said. Topped it off with Mochi ice cream: two flavors--vanilla and strawberry. Absolutely delicious. The interior design is lovely, including the bathroom and the charming back seating area. I opted for a seat facing the street because I love people-watching. Easy choice. Just do it. read more

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Fantastic Asian noodles a few blocks off the park on the upper east side. The inside had a cozy, dark, steampunk decor with hints of Asian inspiration with the color pattern and wood elements. The noodles were fantastic. We got the spicy tingly minced beef noodles (Banmen, with no broth) and the tan tan men (minced pork) ramen. The tingly noodles were my preference and were amazing. They had the tingly spicy flavor of Szechuan peppercorns over the raw heat of normal peppers and were just spectacularly balanced in flavors. The ramen was also fantastic and lives up to the hype of good Asian food in New York with a spicy, salty, rich broth. Even my daughter loved having the broth over rice. My son got the chicken katsu (basically just chicken tenders) and loved it so the whole family was able to eat while we got our NYC Asian noodle fix. read more

this place is so good. I usually order on postmates. INCREDIBLE! Little expensive but so worth it.

The music they played included Tarzan and Shallow from A Star is Born? Yes please! Service was good. I was craving noodles before a show after a long work day and enjoyed my Tonkatsu Chashu Pork Ramen (broth was thick and rich, noodles were chewy), Shao Bing With Hot & Tingly Beef, and J-JPOP white peach alcohol. Service was good. Decor nice. read more

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This place is certainly popular - we had to queue up for a while. A Chinese restaurant focused on noodles is already more authentic than average, but there is still a noticeable bend towards the local taste buds. We were a party of 5 (4 vegetarians), and most of their tables only seat 4, but the waitress managed to put an extra chair at one end so we all squeezed in. Since it was a cold night, the vegetarians ordered the only vegetarian soup noodle on the menu, while the lone carnivore ordered Dan Dan noodles (extra charge to add a soft boiled egg). According to the review of the meat eater, the Dan Dan noodles were quite good, although not spicy at all, despite a 3 chili sign on the menu. The traditional dry roasted soybeans were substituted with boiled Edamame, and a few things that generally don't belong to a bowl of Chinese noodles appeared as well, such as cherry tomatoes and kale. We figured this is to please those less familiar with the authentic cuisine. The noodles were all freshly made, which is a super plus. If we weren't in a hurry (intermission during a Gamelan concert at the nearby Indonesian Consulate), we would hesitate to pay over $20 for a bowl of noodles of compromised taste. Then again, this is Upper East Side ... read more

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4.5 stars. Very decent spot with efficient service, kind staff, and a good selection of authentic dishes. Also great value if you just happen to be in the neighborhood. read more

Peng's Noodle Folk is pretty good! I ordered takeout from here and it was enjoyable. I've heard great things about their pork ramen and chicken wings. I ordered the vegetable noodle with udon, veg broth, tofu, edamame, mushrooms, kale, scallion, and corn. It was a great portion and I appreciate the extensive veg toppings included. I do think it was slightly bland, but that may be because I ordered out. The ordering was pretty quick and accurate. The storefront is very cozy. I would return and sit there next time! read more

Tried more things here, including some donburis. While the marbled pork ribs were good, there was a lot more rice comparatively. Friends didn't really enjoy the donburis as much as the noodles. - Zhajiang Banmen: the beef was really tender but there wasn't enough sauce to flavor the noodles and ended up having to put in chili sauce. - Shao Bings were so good and came out hot! I got the chicken katsu which was crispy and flavorful and would get again. - Cream Pineapple Shrimp as the appetizer: very delicately fried as not too oily but crispy enough with a sweet cream pineapple sauce read more

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Really easy to get a table! I don't think they do reservations Tonkatsu Chashu pork ramen 3.5/5 It was a huge serving and very akin to other ramens I've had. It didn't really stand out or anything compared to others. However the meat was tender and it was filling The service was a little slow but other than that the vibes were good for a last minute dinner read more

Peng's Noodle Folk - Tonkatsu Chashu Pork Ramen - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

Delicious ramen, excellent service and nice ambience - small place with tables and low lighting. Really enjoyed our meal here.