Peking Duck House

SoHo & Chinatown


Offering arguably the best Peking duck in the region, the eponymous restaurant has a variety of set menus that include the house specialty. The space is fancier than some Chinatown spots, making it great for a special occasion. Do have the duck: perfectly crispy skin and moist meat make the slices ideal for a pancake, scallion strips and sauce.

For non-duck diners, there are plenty of other options, including excellent whole fried fish, a plethora of rice dishes and great wonton soup.


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