On Thu 24 Jul 2008 08:11:55p, Gregory Morrow told us...
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> kilikini wrote:
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>> Goomba wrote:
>> > 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 
>>
>> I've heard of P.F. Chang's before, mentioned in other threads and other
>> groups, but I looked up the menu for the first time after your post.
>> Kinda pricey, IMO. I paid $5.40 for my lunch today at my local Chinese
>> place and that was for 2 egg rolls and an order of mu shu pork with
>> white rice included. I couldn't eat it all.
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> Same here, I can get a boatload of food for a bunch of peeps at the
> local Viet or Thai or Chinese BBQ places for what PF Chang's
> charges...but PF is often probably the best bet for "Chinese" food in a
> particular locale, they are consistent and offer decent product for the
> money...
>
> One of my pet peeves are these Chinese carry - out places that have
> TERRIBLE food, and at PF Chang's prices or more. I've bitched about it
> before, what's up with that...!!!??? I'd take PF's over these dubious
> joints any day...
>
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>> I looked up the nearest P.F. Chang's location to me at it's 47.5 miles
>> away, so I don't expect we'll be visiting it any time soon. :~)
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> IIRC there is one in downtown Chicawgo here, might have to give it a
> try. Might be good for a birthday dinner for those less "adventurous"
> eaters I know. The Chinese joints I frequent have stuff like pig
> intestine, beef tendon, chicken feet, pig ear soup, etc. Poultry is
> hacked. Can be offputting to the less "sophisticated" set, if ya know
> what I mean. Not to mention the total lack 'o ambience...but then
> that's why they are dirt - cheap.
>
>:-)
>
>
I have two favorites in Mesa, China China, which is a traditional Cantonese
place and the execution of all their dishes is perfection. Not an
adventurous place, but delicious food. The other is Best Hong Kong Dining,
which has probably 90% or better Chinese clientele. They have tanks of
fresh fish and seafood for the choosing, hanging ducks, and more unusual
items on the menu than I've ever experienced. I was introduced to that
place by a Chinese coworker. It's a great adventure every time I go.
Neither of these places is particularly expensive, and there's always more
served than one can eat on spot. It's nice to take home leftovers for the
next day.
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Wayne Boatwright
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