Ordered takeout for 2 Char Siu Platters. Portion size was laughable, meat and rice were nothing special and were pretty dry, almost tasted like leftovers. First picture is the portion I got, second is what is advertised. Not worth the money at all, really disappointed
Food: 1
Bruna Brocato
We had an amazing experience at The Monkey King! We came with a group of friends and everything was excellent from start to finish. The food was delicious and full of flavor, the service was attentive and friendly, and the atmosphere was fun and welcoming, perfect for a group night out.
Everyone at the table loved their dishes, and everything came out fresh and well-prepared. It’s a great spot to gather with friends, enjoy great food, and have a really good time. We’ll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Laura Pinto
Great cute place with good food and prices well. Great for small groups and dates.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Abhishek Kumar
First time being at this restaurant, and it was incredible. The staff was super attentive and nice. The vibes were very chill but comfortable. Their drinks and cocktails were from a select menu, and you can tell everything was curated. All the food was seasoned and cooked to perfection; the peking duck was the crown jewel and a must-have, but the roasted duck-fat fried rice came in a close second. We were celebrating our anniversary, and they made it extra special. This is a high recommend, and we will be back!
Pretty well impressed with how this places operates. The staff are friendly and professional. The design of the space is retro yet modern and cozy. But the food here really is something special. It’s absolutely next level and they have the key to something that a lot of spots in the city have lost touch with, and that’s authenticity. I’ll defiantly be coming back here soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Raja Chennamraju
Food was amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jennifer Vallejo
Food was amazing, quick service, attentive staff, drinks strong, will definitely come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Geneva Collins
The service at Monkey King was exceptional, with the host team, bartender, and especially my server Russell working seamlessly as a cohesive unit. While several dishes—string beans, scallion pancakes, lamb ribs, and beef chow fun—delivered on flavor, the kitchen didn’t quite match the high level of service. The Duck Fried Rice and Crab Fried Rice contained no duck or crab, and the rice dishes felt underseasoned and overpriced. Most drinks seemed premixed rather than crafted from scratch, which diminished the overall value, and a $342 bill underscored the gap between price and portion quality. The experience was memorable for the service, but the food and value could be improved.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Argentiere cloud
This is an overpriced chinese restuarant. There is nothing bengali about it. Food was on salty side. Tasted ok, but it cost 1/4 for the same dishes in flushing or manhattan chinatown.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
jon williams
I’m very disappointed in how the owner/manager, Munsy, handled my situation. Instead of addressing the issue professionally, she spoke to me with entitlement and a clear undertone of rudeness, showing no genuine kindness. She tried to shift the blame onto me, even though that clearly wasn’t the case. She even stated that she “doesn’t like to be forced to do anything for customers,” then brought up unrelated examples of what other customers had done in the past none of which had anything to do with my situation. I never asked for anything complimentary, I simply wanted the issue resolved. Her comments made me extremely uncomfortable.
Being an owner doesn’t automatically make you qualified to deal with customers, especially when you lack basic problem solving skills. Respect and professionalism were completely absent here.
*Reply to your Response
I want to be very clear my energy is always professional, whether I’m addressing a positive experience or a negative one. That did not change at any point during this situation. However, I still stand firmly by what I expressed earlier Munzzy’s verbiage toward me was unprofessional. The tone she used and the comments she chose to make were inappropriate and made me uncomfortable, regardless of the circumstances.
I’ve been consistent in both my account and my conduct. My feedback is not about the restaurant’s efforts to retrieve the bag it’s about how I was spoken to, and that is something I will not overlook or downplay.
To clarify a few things in your message: – Me saying “I’ll be back” does not mean I wouldn’t still write an honest review. Being polite in the moment doesn’t erase my experience or silence my feedback. – Your claim that my bag was left unattended is false. I was sitting right next to it, and it was taken at the end of the night. – The suggestion that we stayed afterward is also inaccurate. Once the situation ended, we departed once our drinks were done
Your review response comes across extremely defensive, and that alone speaks volumes. Instead of genuinely acknowledging my concerns about how I was spoken to, the focus was placed solely on defending every detail of the night. My initial review wasn’t exaggerated it reflected exactly how I felt. In fact, the tone of your reply only reinforces why I felt compelled to write it in the first place.
Great food and very dark and sexy atmosphere with groovy music. Friendly prompt service and we were in a slight hurry to be on time for a show. They accommodated us and had us out on time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
François Jėrôme
I really wanted to like this place, but it just didn’t live up to the hype - especially for the price. First, I’ll say the waitress was lovely (the first one)- friendly and attentive. But almost everything I tried to order was unavailable. They were out of the Monkey King cocktail, the XO crab rice, and even the scallops, which were supposed to be a special. That alone was disappointing for a restaurant at this price point. I ended up ordering the lobster with scallion and ginger. Unfortunately, it was a miss the dish was heavy on thick slices of ginger that completely overpowered the flavor. It felt like everything was just thrown together. On top of that, the lobster was served shell-on, which made eating it with lo mein unnecessarily messy. No cracking utensils were provided, which didn’t help. Drinks were okay, and the apps were pretty mid. Another frustration there were no actual menus. You had to scan a QR code, but the signal inside was terrible, so the menu wouldn’t even load. It made ordering more of a hassle than it needed to be. Overall, not worth the hype or the price tag. And they claim the food is shareable… COMPLETE LIES! Charging over $18 for three tiny dumplings is straight up highway robbery. And one last thing - never again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
Tanya Caines
This restaurant is amazing. From the aesthetics when you walk into the place; including the bar, the atmosphere of a cool vibe, the service and the food! Nana was a great hostess to us! She made us feel welcome and was so attentive. Our food was so tasty and don’t forget the drink (the monkey king comes in the cutest glass!). I had a great time and I will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shelley Harrison
So delicious I sometimes close my eyes while eating. The meal was better than expected. The service personnel are particularly pleasant and supportive. Our meal came in good time. Anyone would admire The Monkey King.
Ordered takeout for 2 Char Siu Platters. Portion size was laughable, meat and rice were nothing special and were pretty dry, almost tasted like leftovers. First picture is the portion I got, second is what is advertised. Not worth the money at all, really disappointed
Food: 1
We had an amazing experience at The Monkey King! We came with a group of friends and everything was excellent from start to finish. The food was delicious and full of flavor, the service was attentive and friendly, and the atmosphere was fun and welcoming, perfect for a group night out.
Everyone at the table loved their dishes, and everything came out fresh and well-prepared. It’s a great spot to gather with friends, enjoy great food, and have a really good time. We’ll definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great cute place with good food and prices well. Great for small groups and dates.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time being at this restaurant, and it was incredible. The staff was super attentive and nice. The vibes were very chill but comfortable. Their drinks and cocktails were from a select menu, and you can tell everything was curated. All the food was seasoned and cooked to perfection; the peking duck was the crown jewel and a must-have, but the roasted duck-fat fried rice came in a close second. We were celebrating our anniversary, and they made it extra special. This is a high recommend, and we will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Duck Fat Fried Rice, Wok-Fried String Beans Dinner Platter
Pretty well impressed with how this places operates. The staff are friendly and professional. The design of the space is retro yet modern and cozy. But the food here really is something special. It’s absolutely next level and they have the key to something that a lot of spots in the city have lost touch with, and that’s authenticity. I’ll defiantly be coming back here soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was amazing, quick service, attentive staff, drinks strong, will definitely come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The service at Monkey King was exceptional, with the host team, bartender, and especially my server Russell working seamlessly as a cohesive unit. While several dishes—string beans, scallion pancakes, lamb ribs, and beef chow fun—delivered on flavor, the kitchen didn’t quite match the high level of service. The Duck Fried Rice and Crab Fried Rice contained no duck or crab, and the rice dishes felt underseasoned and overpriced. Most drinks seemed premixed rather than crafted from scratch, which diminished the overall value, and a $342 bill underscored the gap between price and portion quality. The experience was memorable for the service, but the food and value could be improved.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
This is an overpriced chinese restuarant. There is nothing bengali about it. Food was on salty side. Tasted ok, but it cost 1/4 for the same dishes in flushing or manhattan chinatown.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
I’m very disappointed in how the owner/manager, Munsy, handled my situation. Instead of addressing the issue professionally, she spoke to me with entitlement and a clear undertone of rudeness, showing no genuine kindness. She tried to shift the blame onto me, even though that clearly wasn’t the case. She even stated that she “doesn’t like to be forced to do anything for customers,” then brought up unrelated examples of what other customers had done in the past none of which had anything to do with my situation. I never asked for anything complimentary, I simply wanted the issue resolved. Her comments made me extremely uncomfortable.
Being an owner doesn’t automatically make you qualified to deal with customers, especially when you lack basic problem solving skills. Respect and professionalism were completely absent here.
*Reply to your Response
I want to be very clear my energy is always professional, whether I’m addressing a positive experience or a negative one. That did not change at any point during this situation. However, I still stand firmly by what I expressed earlier Munzzy’s verbiage toward me was unprofessional. The tone she used and the comments she chose to make were inappropriate and made me uncomfortable, regardless of the circumstances.
I’ve been consistent in both my account and my conduct. My feedback is not about the restaurant’s efforts to retrieve the bag it’s about how I was spoken to, and that is something I will not overlook or downplay.
To clarify a few things in your message:
– Me saying “I’ll be back” does not mean I wouldn’t still write an honest review. Being polite in the moment doesn’t erase my experience or silence my feedback.
– Your claim that my bag was left unattended is false. I was sitting right next to it, and it was taken at the end of the night.
– The suggestion that we stayed afterward is also inaccurate. Once the situation ended, we departed once our drinks were done
Your review response comes across extremely defensive, and that alone speaks volumes. Instead of genuinely acknowledging my concerns about how I was spoken to, the focus was placed solely on defending every detail of the night. My initial review wasn’t exaggerated it reflected exactly how I felt. In fact, the tone of your reply only reinforces why I felt compelled to write it in the first place.
Restaurantji Recommends
Great food and very dark and sexy atmosphere with groovy music. Friendly prompt service and we were in a slight hurry to be on time for a show. They accommodated us and had us out on time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I really wanted to like this place, but it just didn’t live up to the hype - especially for the price. First, I’ll say the waitress was lovely (the first one)- friendly and attentive. But almost everything I tried to order was unavailable. They were out of the Monkey King cocktail, the XO crab rice, and even the scallops, which were supposed to be a special. That alone was disappointing for a restaurant at this price point. I ended up ordering the lobster with scallion and ginger. Unfortunately, it was a miss the dish was heavy on thick slices of ginger that completely overpowered the flavor. It felt like everything was just thrown together. On top of that, the lobster was served shell-on, which made eating it with lo mein unnecessarily messy. No cracking utensils were provided, which didn’t help. Drinks were okay, and the apps were pretty mid. Another frustration there were no actual menus. You had to scan a QR code, but the signal inside was terrible, so the menu wouldn’t even load. It made ordering more of a hassle than it needed to be. Overall, not worth the hype or the price tag. And they claim the food is shareable… COMPLETE LIES! Charging over $18 for three tiny dumplings is straight up highway robbery. And one last thing - never again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
This restaurant is amazing. From the aesthetics when you walk into the place; including the bar, the atmosphere of a cool vibe, the service and the food! Nana was a great hostess to us! She made us feel welcome and was so attentive. Our food was so tasty and don’t forget the drink (the monkey king comes in the cutest glass!). I had a great time and I will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So delicious I sometimes close my eyes while eating. The meal was better than expected. The service personnel are particularly pleasant and supportive. Our meal came in good time. Anyone would admire The Monkey King.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Very nice
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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