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? When it comes to Chinese take-out, it’s a game of risk. You’ll either end up with a jumbled mess with paltry portions, or — on occasion — you’ll hit the jackpot. With Peking, our experience has always been consistently the latter. Offering a slew of authentic Chinese and Pan-Asian classics, this restaurant does not play around when it comes to its spices and sauces.
If you decide to dine in, you'll quickly come to the realization that Peking is not just about good food — but comfort as well. The restaurant evokes a warm feel with a dimly-lit atmosphere, and the interiors give the illusion that you’re outside of Cairo altogether. Who knows, you might even run into Peking founder Hany Yan himself, who might join in and interview you.
True bliss, however, lies in ordering in — and we’d know. First things first, what’s on the menu, you might ask? You’ll find all the classics; spring rolls, dumplings, wun ton, and crispy fried vegetables. There’s also a slew of authentic salads, soups, and noodles, as well as an expansive selection of stir fries and barbecue dishes.
We tried a little bit of everything and found ourselves fulfilled in more ways than one. The spring rolls were crispy, light, and perfectly complemented by the accompaniment of the sweet and sour sauce. The shandong vegetables — fresh and crispy deep fried zucchini — proved one of the highlights of the menu, and are definitely worth ordering. We had initially ordered the fried beef noodles as a side, but quickly realized it was a meal of its own given the generous portion size. The menu’s uncontested crown jewel, however, is the beef with potatoes, mushrooms, and chili — a stew packed with a wealth of flavor and spice without being overbearing.
Our humble verdict: Peking has been around for decades for a reason, and we don’t see the Chinese-Egyptian chain going anywhere anytime soon. Portions, flavor, and variety are all there, and if we had to get nitpicky, our only complaint would be that delivery takes quite a while — often around an hour — but if anything, that just means you’re getting your food hot and fresh out of the kitchen.
HOW TO ORDER- You can order through Talabat and El Menus, and you can also order by calling 16078. If you feel like dining in, you can visit Peking in one of their Cairo and North Coast branches.
