Be forewarned that China Gourmet owner Tenley Moy, son of founder Bing Moy, may insist on creating a custom dish for you that fits as comfortably as the restaurant's intricately carved, low-back chairs or cushy booths. Tenley often remembers guests’ names, takes orders and makes recommendations at this upscale casual Chinese restaurant in Hyde Park, open since 1977, that specializes in traditional Cantonese and Szechwan dishes served family style. Signature dishes include quail tacos and Mandarin walnut chicken. China Gourmet is also known for its fresh seafood accompanied by Szechwan-style green beans and quail lettuce wraps. Meatless options include the recommended Szechwan eggplant.
"It’s not for everyone, it is not flashy or trendy, but, as the seafood and vegetable dishes proved, it is still capable of being top notch."
— Bill Hatfield,
City Beat, April 6, 2011
Live music Fri–Sat. Reservations suggested on weekends. Full bar. Serving lunch Tue–Fri, dinner Mon–Sat. Late-night Fri–Sat. Closed Sun.
Be forewarned that China Gourmet owner Tenley Moy, son of founder Bing Moy, may insist on creating a custom dish for you that fits as comfortably as the restaurant's intricately carved, low-back chairs or cushy booths. Tenley often remembers guests’ names, takes orders and makes recommendations at this upscale casual Chinese restaurant in Hyde Park, open since 1977, that specializes in traditional Cantonese and Szechwan dishes served family style. Signature dishes include quail tacos and Mandarin walnut chicken. China Gourmet is also known for its fresh seafood accompanied by Szechwan-style green beans and quail lettuce wraps. Meatless options include the recommended Szechwan eggplant.
"It’s not for everyone, it is not flashy or trendy, but, as the seafood and vegetable dishes proved, it is still capable of being top notch."
— Bill Hatfield,
City Beat, April 6, 2011
Live music Fri–Sat. Reservations suggested on weekends. Full bar. Serving lunch Tue–Fri, dinner Mon–Sat. Late-night Fri–Sat. Closed Sun.