Wynnewood's Sang Kee is a dressed-up Peking duck powerhouse - Review - Philadelphia - The Infatuation
"Sang Kee is a hallowed name in (and around) this city. Chinatown’s legendary Sang Kee Peking Duck House set the gold standard for its crispy namesake duck and classic Cantonese and Hong Kongese dishes in huge portions. But each spin off has a different style, from Reading Terminal’s limited-menu quick service stall to the grad student gathering spot, Sang Kee Noodle House in University City. Wynnewood’s Sang Kee Asian Bistro is the dressed-up-for-date-night version of the sister restaurants, complete with cocktails, dim lighting and plush faux-leather orange booths. photo credit: Jonathan Deutsch photo credit: Jonathan Deutsch photo credit: Jonathan Deutsch photo credit: Jonathan Deutsch Pause Unmute Some of the menu items pay homage to the “Asian Bistro” name, with early aughts fancy fusion dishes like pan seared Chilean sea bass for $42. But at its heart, the service and menu are more Sang Kee than Asian Bistro. Skip what sounds frou frou and order the dishes that make Sang Kee a Philly classic: anything from the dim sum menu, Peking duck, and beef chow fun. Having classic Sang Kee dishes in a place with free parking and cocktails is reward in itself. You didn’t come here for the tempura avocado. Food Rundown Crystal Shrimp Dumpling The Sang Kee Asian Bistro menu is huge, with a something-for-everyone approach. You can’t go wrong with any of the dumplings, but our favorite is the crystal shrimp dumpling. They have the perfect balance of tender skin and perfectly cooked shrimp. Peking Duck Leaving any Sang Kee establishment without a duck dish is like getting just fries and a soda from a cheesesteak place. The boneless half Peking duck, served with the traditional pancakes, scallions, and plum sauce for wrapping is a juicy, tender must-order. photo credit: Jonathan Deutsch Beef Chow Fun Thick and tender strips of beef with wide rice noodles are comfort food of the highest order. Get these as a dish to share or grab them for take out with an order of dumplings. photo credit: Jonathan Deutsch" - Jonathan Deutsch
