(212) 983-6666
242 E 40th St
New York,
NY
10016
40.7487
-73.9739
Neighborhoods: Murray Hill, Midtown
What People Are Saying About Phoenix Garden Restaurant
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – For nearly 20 years this family-run restaurant has been renowned for its salt and pepper shrimp, an exquisitely simple dish in which the shrimp are liberally seasoned and flash fried. The rest of the menu includes 202 made-to-order items, like countless dumplings--both steamed and fried--and Cantonese specialties, like crispy roasted duck and fragrant soup. Regulars eat in the casual dining room, or take their dinner to go. –
Never Go!
by sakediva
The food at Phoenix Garden had been decent but it had a long reputation of a poor service. Many of my friends stopped going there but I still went because until today I didn't know the meaning of a truly bad service.
Phoenix Garden has always operated under BYOB. As a service they brought out an icebox for drinks and I had never been charged. Today my bill came with unknown charges and I questioned the waitress. The son who took over his father's business responded to my inquiries with nasty arrogant manners. Because he was unbearable I told the waitress that they've just lost a customer.
When I got up my seat I left my coat on my seat, the owner yelled at me and reminded me to take my coat so that I wouldn't return. Then he cursed and said, “F*ck you Bitch, never come back again.” The waiter stared at him and froze. I said under no circumstances his behavior is acceptable and I will make sure that the world know of my experience. In this recession, I rather spend my money elsewhere. Cheers to my last visit to Phoenix Garden.
- Pros: No comments
- Cons: I was called a bitch for questioning my bill.
I don't know where the negative reviews come from
by duranie70
I have been here twice in the past 2 months and I will be coming back again.
The food is good- esp for the price. I had the salt and pepper prawns and they were delicious.
I have never been treated badly, the staff has been very nice on the occasions I came.
You can also bring your own wine and beer which is wonderful in these tough times.
You should try it out, you'll enjoy it. Remember that it is cash only.
- Pros: BYOB
- Cons: Cash Only
Terrible Food
by chris34567
The food is awful and when i went to the bathroom there were rodents running around. Service is terrible and the owner is extremely rude. I will never go there again.
- Cons: dirty, rude people, bad food
The Details on Phoenix Garden Restaurant
Know Before You Go:
The restaurant has no liquor license, so you can bring your own wine or beer (liquor store located nearby). Crisp, acidic wines go best with Chinese food: Alsace pinot gris, dry German Riesling and, best of all, Gewurztraminer.
The Extras:
A private room upstairs accommodates up to 40.








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