I love “fake Chinese” food, the kind of food that Westerners can go to a restaurant and order without having to worry about finding squid or octopus or emu eggs in their meal. I’ve eaten in a lot of the Chinese restaurants in the Buffalo area, from the low-priced ones to the moderately-expensive ones, and I have to say that Ling Ling’s in Kenmore is probably the best I’ve ever had.

A typical tub of fried-and-sauced food is about $8, and there’s the typical 8.5″x14″ 6-point-font menu to choose from. My personal favorites from Ling Ling’s are the General Tso’s Chicken and the Sesame Chicken, although everything I’ve had there has been excellent.

Peking Duck House Restaurant

Address: 28 Mott Street, New York

Telephone: (212)2271810

Operating hours : Monday to Thursday, Sunday 11.20am to 10.30pm, Friday and Saturday 11.45am-11pm

Chinese food lovers will enjoy having a meal in Peking Duck House Restaurant. As the name suggest, it is a must to try its house specialty; Peking duck. I personally dislike ducks but this is certainly the best in Manhattan. The duck is deliciously succulent and crispy as each tender slice melts in your mouth. It is served with scallions, special sauce, cucumbers and pancakes.

Other entrees on the menu that are worth trying include spicy shredded beef, wonton soup and chicken dumplings. For side entrees, the duck soup is rich in flavor and I loved the fried sea bass and spring rolls.

The décor of the restaurant is simple and clean with white linen table cloths covering each table. Its interior is minimalistic. The restaurant atmosphere is family friendly and has great service. The server would be glad to explain how the duck is processed before roasted.

Dining in Chinese restaurants is certainly suitable for groups. It is impossible to finish a Peking duck if you are alone or with a friend; even if you could, you wouldn’t be able to try other dishes. The menu is affordably priced but I would recommend ordering the set menu that comes with appetizers, soups, other entrees, rice and of course Peking duck.

It is best to make early reservations as the restaurant does get crowded during nights. For a truly authentic Chinese cuisine, dine in the Peking Duck House Restaurant.