My girlfriend and I usually go out to eat at least once a week with usual trips to Outback, TGI Fridays, Chuys, Chilis, and the ocassional Cheesecake Factory and Olive Garden, but last night (11/28/06) we wanted to try something different. P.F. Chang's offered such an outlet and although I'm not usually a fan of authentic asian cuisine, basically because I get bad reactions to it, the experience last night was really good. We were seated promptly without having a reservation, the drinks we ordered (the Orient Express and Jade Martinis) went down like candy, the pan-fried peking dumplings served with a house, almost-broth-like soy sauce for the appetizer were great and addictive, although they should offer more per plate (4 for $5.25 which is a little steep), and our entrees, albeit nothing special and could have been ordered for five dollars less at your local mall's food court, were tasteful and filling, but lets not forget about the dessert! At the table across from us was a group of 8 women celebrating one of their friend's birthdays...they brought out these huge pieces of chocolate cake and we knew we had to have it....we certainly were not disappointed, this thing was pretty monstrous even for two people and required a doggy bag. The atmosphere is lively and bustly without the true asian restaurant feel which can make you feel guilty for talking louder and the waitstaff is professional and friendly. Truly a nice place to take a date provided you're willing to spend a little more than what you're acustomed too for asian cuisine.
Pros: good chinese without the msg, great drinks, friendly staff
Cons: a little pricey, you pay for the overall experience
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