I LIKE PF Changs. I don't care if it is a chain, LOL!
We wanted a fast supper last night before doing some errands (buying
the new dishwasher for the kitchen re-do, etc.) so we headed off to
PFChangs and had a wonderful early meal (5 PM). Does that make us old
folks now, I wonder? LOL.
Anyhooo... I ordered the Kung Po Chicken ($12.50) which comes with
lovely large pieces of white meat chicken and mildly glazed in whatever
sauce it uses and garnished with peanuts and scallions. Comes with white
rice. Husband ordered the Chengdu Spiced Lamb ($14) which was delicious
and comes with nice peppers and flavored with spices and lemon grass. We
both split the two entrees between. For sides we ordered the half
servings of Spicy Green Beans ($3) and Sichuan Asparagus ($3), both of
which were generous enough for 3 people so we had enough to take
leftover veggies home. For dessert we shared the Banana Spring Rolls
($6) which were large pieces of banana wrapped in lumpia wrapper then
fried. They are served with fresh berries (the blackberries were to die
for!) and coconut ice cream garnished with caramel glaze. I highly
recommend it!
Such a flavorful meal just left me feeling *good* and downright happy.
I had warned the waitress that we were in a bit of a hurry at the onset
and she kept things moving at a nice pace all the while keeping our iced
tea glasses refilled and not being that waitdroid a nuisance asking how
things were 20 seconds after they arrive or you put a bite in your mouth
and can't speak. I think she asked just once? I can live with that.
The bill came to 41.00 for the two of us, and I left a $12 tip in
appreciation for her for taking care of us so efficiently. I think
letting her know at the onset that we were in a bit of a hurry helped
set the expectation, and it was so pleasant to have her meet the
expectation and yet the meal didn't feel unpleasantly rushed. We could
linger eating, but the waiting time between courses or "events" was
abbreviated nicely. She brought the bill as we were served dessert and I
gave her my AMEX to run while we ate, so we were free to leave as soon
as we were done and ready.
The leftovers were delicious this morning