Well. ... once again I was blown away with the Duck .. but we also…read moreSesame beef ... which outstanding!!! Love this place ... !

My friend and I were craving Peking duck, so we decided to try it out. The reviews were promising,…read moreand I had heard that they carve the duck tableside. We arrived on a Wednesday evening around 7 p.m., and surprisingly, we were the only customers there, considering it was peak dinner time. We also discovered that we needed to pre-order the duck in advance. Luckily, the lady informed us that there was one available for us, but it would take about 30 minutes. We ordered the crispy cucumber salad, xiao long bao, and the dry-fried string beans. The dry-fried string beans were my favorite. The string beans had a delightful crisp texture and a flavorful taste. The cucumber salad was also good, but some parts were a bit soggy. The XLB skin was too thick and chewy, and it didn't taste like the usual soup dumplings, which was disappointing. I was excited for the duck, but I was honestly disappointed when it arrived. The portions were quite small, considering it was a whole duck. It wasn't carved tableside, which was a letdown. Some parts of the duck were dry, and the skin wasn't crispy enough. To add to the disappointment, they charge extra for almost everything. If you want more pancakes or their homemade duck sauce (which tasted like black bean sauce), you'll have to pay an additional $5. Another thing to note is that they are BYOB, so you can bring your own alcohol. However, the menu pictures on Yelp are outdated, and they only offer whole Peking duck, not half orders. Overall, the food was just okay, and I'll probably try a different spot when I'm in the mood for duck again.

My friend and I got the House Special Soup Dumplings, green beans, Three Flavor Pepper Chicken, and…read morethe Beef Biangbiang Noodles. All the food had amazing flavors so I would recommend everything. My only note was the beef in the noodles was slightly chewy so I would suggest another protein option. The service was great. Our server was patient with us while answering our questions on the menu and knowing the menu well enough to recommend us things that suited our palettes. The restaurant is spacious with many tables to accommodate different size parties so it did not take long for us to get seated.

My wife wanted to try this for our lunch today, especially since our GOTO for Chinese changed…read moreownership/service/flavor... We ordered: Cumin Lamb (side: fried rice); Singapore Noodle Combination (chicken/shrimp/beef); Eggplant w/ Garlic Sauce (side: steamed rice); Okra w/ Giant Oyster Mushroom (side: steamed rice); and Xao Long Bao (6 pcs). WOW! The braised okra with giant oyster mushroom positively SURPRISED and leap frogged to the top of my preferred vegetable GOTOs...The cumin lamb was SO tender and VERY flavorful. One of the best preparations yet. The Singapore noodle combo and Xao Long Bao did not disappoint... More importantly, the service we received was attentive, courteous, knowledgeable, and prompt. Sadly, the eggplant with garlic sauce is the ONLY reason a star is withheld for this review...it detracted from traditional Chinese style; notes of garlic eviscerated by the chef's sweetening to satisfy an American palette...Why fix something that's unbroken?...I get it. The restaurant has to cater to its customers who populate this mix use (business/lease residential) area at the NW corner of Alma and Hwy 121, but doesn't that limit its draw? Guess we'll just have to head either further south on Central (HWY 75) to the Legacy & Spring Creek areas or further west to the Preston and Warren Pkwy Frisco TX area to satisfy our authentic Chinese cuisine food cravings.

The BBQ fish was awesome, fresh and delicious. The rest of…read morefood is all good. I like it

The food was so good. Like SO good ! I ordered fish soup with pickled vegetables and it was so…read moredelicious. We also order dumplings in hot spicy oil (which were DELICIOUS !!) , eggplant in garlic sauce and string beans. The string beans were okay, they tasted better mixed with the eggplant sauce. The eggplant was SO good ! It was my first time trying eggplant and it was really so good, especially in the sauce. The texture was creamy almost and the flavor melded well. The workers were very nice and service was fast ! It took no time for the food to come and it was so fresh. The vibe was relaxing and slightly quiet but they had music playing and me and my friends had no trouble yapping and laughing. You can do family style or individual but we did family style and it was SO much food for 3 people which means leftovers all around 10/10 experience!

Love bamboo house! This is one of my favorite places to come whenever I'm craving Peking Duck. Not…read moreonly do you get the duck with the perfectly done crispy skin in a cute dish shaped like a duck, but you also get the rest of the duck in a bone broth soup. It's so much better than chicken soup with the tenderness and flavor. They give you plenty of the pancakes and veggies. David is the absolute best everrr! He always takes care of us and knows just what to recommend. Pretty sure he sees us and just puts in the duck order at this point. Anyways, the pea shoots are basically one of the only vegetables I love to eat and I'm always so happy to see it on the menu here. All of the dishes are great and you really can't go wrong. Come with a small group for family style while enjoying the intimate environment and good food! There's always plenty of parking and it's perfectly located right off the freeway.

Of course we were here for the Peking Duck. Usually the half duck comes with 10 pieces of skins but…read morethis time we only got 8. It's possible that we may have had a couple stick together. But regardless, we didn't have enough skin so asked if we can get 2 more skins, even if we had to pay for them. The waitress barked at us that it comes in 10-pks and that she can't get us just 2 pieces. Fine, but there's no need to be annoyed and roll your eyes at us. The service was much to be desired. We ordered the A-Choy vegetable and it was awful, old and yellow and not cooked well. It's like they didn't sauté it in a hot enough wok so it wasn't crispy. So disappointing this time. Don't get me wrong, the Peking Duck and the soup that comes with it were still pretty good. Thus the second star.

Hunan Bistro was a really solid find. We ordered the stir fry string beans, stir fry eggplant,…read morespicy pork ears, and spicy fried fish and everything was super flavorful and delicious. The only thing I'd change is the fried fish, I wish it was a little less battered so you could taste more of the fish. It has a cozy mom and pop feel and the service was warm and friendly. Just a heads up that rice doesn't come with the dishes, so you have to order it separately. White rice is $1 per bowl. I also liked that the menu has photos for every item, which makes ordering a lot easier. They're also selling crawfish right now even though it's not on the menu. It's $12.99 per pound and if you buy 4 pounds you get 1 pound free. We didn't try it this time but good to know for next time.

Fairly authentic Chinese food - stir fried dishes, scallion pancake, were all flavorful and great…read more We didn't order any spicy dishes, but if you enjoy the spice this place should be a good choice. They have a nice interior with decor that has a Chinese touch. One of the most entertaining things was the humorous dish names and their English translations - gave me a good laugh!

I am simply at a loss for words. Every single time and I mean every single time I come to Wu Wei I…read moream left smiling and full of MSG. If your every wondering what's the best Chinese in Dallas look no further!

Food: Built up an appetite to try out one of Plano's highly reviewed Chinese restaurants. Ordered…read morethe Ma-Po Tofu, Taiwanese Pork Chop Rice, Spicy Wonton (Pork & Shrimp), and Cucumber Salad. I don't claim to be a Mapo Tofu snob, but I'd rank this pretty up there, from a flavor and spice standpoint. The Taiwanese Pork Chop Rice and Spicy Wonton were also great; although, I would have preferred the pork chop to be a bit juicier. Lastly, the Cucumber Salad had a nice marinade, with a nice crunch on the cucumbers themselves. Their menu is relatively extensive, making for another visit a must. Service: No wait on a Saturday afternoon. There were only a few tables occupied in the main dining area, but we were seated in a relatively secluded section to the right of the restaurant. Overall, service was OK--our food came out soon after it was ordered, and we were well attended to. Ambiance: Casual, traditional. Parking: Ample parking. Located in a plaza.

Great vibes, beautiful art, friendly staff and beautifully presented food…read more Soup dumplings are always a win in my book - I enjoyed these. The mapo tofu was more soupy than I'm used to which made it a different type of spice. I've had mapo tofu many times before and I think this will be better enjoyed by people who are always wanting spicy food

I'd been seeing Hong Yuan all over social media, especially their hand-pulled noodles, so I finally…read moredecided to give this family-owned spot in Plano a try. It's one of those local restaurants that doesn't need flashy décor to stand out--the food is the main attraction. We ordered a variety of dishes so we could get a good feel for the menu, and surprisingly, the dishes I was most excited about weren't my favorites. The Beef Roll completely stole the show. The beef was incredibly tender, wrapped in a flaky pancake with fresh herbs and just the right amount of sauce. Every bite had a great balance of texture and flavor. If you're visiting for the first time, this is the one dish I wouldn't skip. Another standout was the Eggplant with Garlic Sauce. I know eggplant isn't everyone's first choice, but this dish might change your mind. The eggplant was cooked perfectly, soaking up the garlic sauce without becoming mushy. It's listed as spicy, but I found it to be mild, which actually let the garlic flavor come through even more. The Beef & Celery Dumplings were another solid choice. The filling was juicy, the celery added a nice freshness, and they were exactly what I was hoping for from a homemade dumpling. We also ordered the Dry-Fried Green Beans, and they were a great addition to the table. They had a nice bite, were well-seasoned, and paired well with the richer dishes without stealing the spotlight. Now for what might be an unpopular opinion--the Hand-Pulled Noodles. They're one of the restaurant's most talked-about dishes online, and honestly, they were the reason I came. Unfortunately, they just didn't live up to the hype for me. That doesn't mean you shouldn't order them--taste is subjective--but if I were coming back tomorrow, I'd spend my money on the Beef Roll and Eggplant instead. Overall, I'm glad I gave Hong Yuan a try. It's easy to see why locals enjoy this place, and I appreciate supporting a family-owned restaurant that's been serving the community. While the noodles didn't win me over, the Beef Roll, Eggplant with Garlic Sauce, and Beef & Celery Dumplings were more than enough to make me want to come back and explore more of the menu.

This has been one of the most delightful experiences I've had eating. Seriously being here is Peak…read moreAsian dining. The food was spectacular and they used Sichuan peppers. The owner was so sweet and politely stopped watching his Korean Drama to stir fry my squid. You can just hear the sizzling oil and delicious aroma spread across the restaurant. The tingling MaLa spice was addicting and I savored every bite. As soon as The chef/owner was done, he politely gave me my food and resumed his drama after I told him I didn't need anything else. Epic Asian dining and the food as equally incredible.

Food 2.5/5 I got the…read moreStir-Fried Rice Noodles with Snail Flavor Beef... and it was the saltiest dish I've had in a while. The flavor (other than the salt) was acidic and had the snail essence ... but the salt was too overwhelming. The beef used isn't a good quality cut, and I don't normally comment on these kinds of things. I took the remainder home for leftovers and had to add cold water to dilute the salt - thankfully, the flavor remained though. That being said, it was all self-service other than the food being brought to me, which came fairly quickly. Unfortunately, I didnt have the best experience and would likely not come back for the Contra Conch Rice Noodles (which I really wanted to try but they were sold out).