This was my very first time at silky kitchen, after seeing it online frequently I finally decided to give it a go! I heard the mapo tofu is a must , So I got the mapo tofu, a side of noodles as those were highly recommended as well, and the spicy cucumber salad which I ate so fast I forgot to take a photo! the noodles were hot and bouncy, great slurp and chew and a nice thick noodle at that. the white rice fluffy and fresh, and the mapo tofu was full and flavorful it had Szechuan chili crisp oil the kind that makes your mouth tingly and not just spicy which added a layer of warmth to it , it gives the feeling of a hearty stew but its not because the tofu and the sauce are both so light, a hard balance to strike! the cucumber salad was fresh and familiar and a great warm up to the tofu, would definitely get this again and try other menu items read more

Silky Kitchen - Mapo Tofu (Vegan) - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

Co-worker bought this for me as take-out, so there's not much for me to say about service of staff and ambiance of the location. Honestly, I was going to give 3 stars because nothing really stood out to me about the food and the beef was kind of dry. But the beef was tender and easy to bite and they cooked the rice so perfectly, exactly how I like it; soft and fluffy. I could eat the rice alllllll day. I had the stew beed over rice. The spice level was mild and I really liked it, would try a stronger spice level next time. I think it's one of the better Chinese food places in that area so far, from what I've tried. read more

Silky Kitchen - S1. Stew Beef 秘制红烧牛肉. - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

Amazing place for takeout! Fast and nice quality dishes. The packaging is the deliveries stand out and shows care. Would come back again. read more

Silky Kitchen - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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I loved my warm meal on a cold day! I got the mild spicy chicken chili soup noodles with sour and spicy cucumber salad. The salad was a huge portion so I took a bunch home in a to-go bag. I took some soup home too - it was very delicious and made fresh. The apple soda was the perfect touch. Service was excellent and advised me to order the perfect spice level perfectly. There is one long table where small groups could eat together. Many folks were coming in for take out as well. I will definitely come here again. Great portions for the price. read more

Silky Kitchen - Chili chicken soup noodles mild spicy - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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Very quick to get our food and large portions however I feel like they increased prices recently. Each bowl was about $19 which I feel is too much for simple noodle dishes. The dry noodles were quite oily with fattier pieces of meat. However the hot and sour dish noodle soup was lighter and had plenty of white fish slices. read more

Silky Kitchen - S13 Hot & Sour Fish Soup Noodle - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

A nice and clean restaurant with quick service. I ordered the braised pork ribs with soup noodles. The meat was delicious and flavorful, however the broth was lacking flavor. Overall, it was a good experience. read more

Silky Kitchen - S14 Braised Pork Ribs - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

During my recent stay in NYC, I ate at the mid-town location of Silky Kitchen a few times. On each occasion, I found the food always be pipping hot, freshly prepared, spice level to my taste, and surprisingly for being so close to Times Square a good value! The interior is modern, yet spartan in design aesthetic. There are a few counter and chairs towards the front towards the door, which either face the wall or the window onto the street. But there is also a funky curved communal wooden table, which is were I usually sat. Go up the counter and first choose your starch base (rice, dry noodles, or soup noodles) and then the protein and style of preparation. Soup noodles were okay, but I preferred the dry noodles, and specifically the stir fried pork with bamboo shoots. When I asked for "medium" spicy, the guy taking my order said, "Are you sure? It's Chinese level spicy." I assured him I could take it. Within 10-15 minutes, my dish was ready and served in a plastic bowl. TBH, even for "Chinese level spicy," the medium wasn't that hot. Good thing there was a station for additional chili oil, which I added a few spoonfuls for more heat. The pork had that "wok hei" smoky flavor and the bamboo shoots and other veggies were nice and crunchy; slight detractions since I could've used more bamboo shoots and less celery. Noodles were springy and were coated with all of the ingredients and sauce. A nice filling meal for under $20. Silky Kitchen is a local chain with (at the time of this review) four locations around NY (https://silkykitchen.com/#footer). So if you're visiting NY and are in search of affordable and authentic Hunan cuisine, Silky Kitchen is a good option. read more

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The stew been has a ton of tender beef and is a good size. The major comment I have is that the broth is watery and is missing the depth of flavor. read more

Silky Kitchen - S1. Stew Beef - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

Came here because I got some recommendations from a friend. Ordered the noodles, spicy and they were silky smooth! Not bad. It was quite empty comparatively which was surprising. Make sure to bring a water yes when they say spicy it def is spicy. They only have bottled water and no water on tap. read more

I've been to this chain twice now. They have locations throughout New York. I used to love Xian Famous food so much, but I think it's got competition! This place has a similar concept as Xian - you go up to the counter to order your dishes and they are all served in plastic disposal utensils and bowls whether you order to go or dine in. Food comes out in about 5-15 minutes. I've tried the: - Spicy Squid with noodles 8/10 - Tofu with minced pork noodles (summer special!) 8/10 - Hot and Sour Fish soup noodles 8/10 - Cold sweet flower jelly 10/10 - Hunan Fried Tofu 10/10 Even though this place seems to be a fast casual place, I was amazed by the quality of the food. I really enjoyed everything I've eaten here so far and the flavor profile is amazing. The Hunan tofu is so good - I really like the pickled veggies they used. The cold sweet flower jelly is the perfect summer desserts. The entrees are great, they didn't seem to skimp out on the ingredient. I would say the ingredient to carb ratio is maybe around 2:3? Can't wait to come back and try different dishes next time! read more

Silky Kitchen - Summer special - Soft Tofu Minced Pork Dry Mix Noodle - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

My mother is a Chinese tourist visiting Times Square. The woman standing at the reception counter was also Chinese, yet she treated tourists with utter disdain. My mom is chinese too and doesn't speak English, so she asked her questions in Chinese; however, the employee stubbornly insisted on speaking only English ,and that left my mom confused, not knowing how to buy food.. I went to get my food and paid no mind to the situation, but when another Chinese acquaintance walked in to buy something, she suddenly started speaking to them in Chinese. What the hell ? Know your place, girl ! We are fellow countrymen--is this really how you choose to treat us? read more

Solid bowl of noodle soup. Really hits the spot, great price point, and was still piping hot when it was delivered. Noodles were bouncy with a great texture. Really slippery which is great because they didn't arrive as a massive clump of starch. Had the fish soup and the spice level was great, could be spicier, but I was perfectly happy with the soup without modifications. WAIT JK I added pickled string beans. I forgot. Those were GREAT. Should be in every bowl of hot and sour fish soup. Have yet to visit this place in person, but judging from the photos they seem to be following the trend of clean sparse wooden interiors with counter ordering. Fine by me! Looking forward to visiting in person. read more

Silky Kitchen - S13 Hot & Sour Fish Soup Noodle - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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Came in by myself on a rainy Wednesday. A few other patrons but takeout. You order at the counter and come back to grab your food when the buzzer goes off. Ambiance left a bit to be desired as it felt a little sterile. I got the dry noodle one with chicken and it was about a 4 star. Pretty good but not outstanding. I also got the fried tofu appetizer and really liked it. I'd recommend trying out this spot read more

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Partner said it is pretty authentic Chinese. Quick service and flavorful dishes. I had Hunan Beef and he had Tofu/Minced Pork. Great place for a quick jog into flavorful read more

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Silky Kitchen is known for its authentic Hunan cuisine, generous portions, and real spicy flavors. If you're a fan of noodles and bold spices, this spot is definitely worth a visit. The pork and pepper stir fry is a flavorful dish with tender pork and a mix of bell peppers. The spice level can be adjusted to your preference, and it pairs well with rice or noodles. This spot in Times Square has mostly high top seating and is great for take out. Service was attentive and offered a lot of suggestions for food. read more

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Love this place authentic Chinese noodle dishes and very spicy even if ask for mild ! I come for lunch and it's always filled with happy Asian customers ! read more

One of my go-to lunch places, amazing value and great food quality. You can also order online to save time! Nomz: My go-tos are S3 pork + pepper and S11 hunan style beef. (I do want to try the stewed beef eventually). I usually get them with rice but I have tried the dry mixed noodles which are also delicious. I will say the noodles tend to absorb the spice a lot more so beware. Their spice levels are no joke. I started at spicy and it was so spicy I could not properly enjoy - as someone who prefers spicy food. Medium is still pretty spicy - I tend to go mild nowadays and for me the flavors really come out at mild. Service: The staff taking orders is super nice, the restaurant is a well oiled machine - very efficient. Ambiance: The inside is well lit, cute, minimalistic and usually has plenty of seating available since most people pick up. Nope or Dope: Dope! I start craving it every week, their flavors are delicious and they are generous with the rice and noodles, I usually have a snack for later. Try it out! read more

Silky Kitchen - Pork and pepper - S3 - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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I was impressed with serving of a lot of chicken. Medium was spicy, but very good. This from someone that orders suicide wings at native.

Great spot in the Times Square area. Came in with my co-worker and enjoyed everything about our meals. Wasn't too busy inside which was nice, however we noticed lots of take orders while we waited for our dinner. Place was quiet and clean. I got the squid with the dry noddles. Medium heat because the guy working said it's super spicy. I like spice and it had a nice kick. My entree was excellent. The string beans we shared for a sides...AMazing!!! Order them no matter what! Great spot, good prices. Would come back again for sure. read more

Silky Kitchen - A5 Stir Fried String Beans - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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Such a great find right near all of the Broadway theatres. Super fresh ingredients, fast service, and so tasty!

Silky Kitchen has some really great authentic Chinese food and I'm glad I finally tried it. One of their locations is smack dab in the middle of the Broadway district so I opted to have a dinner here. I must say, don't underestimate this place I highly recommend this hole in the wall versus any restaurant that has a fixed pre-theater menu. I got the vegetable dumplings and fish soup which is more than enough food for one person. The vegetable dumplings unfortunately lacked any flavor which is why I knocked off a star but the fish soup was absolutely fantastic. It is a bit sour (I believe they put pickles in it) and is quite different from other soups but it 100% works. There was a generous amount of fish given as well. All in all, I'll be back to try more items on their menu, especially as a pre-theater dinner. read more

Silky Kitchen - Fish Noodle Soup (great) + Vegetable dumplings (average) - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

Foods always bomb here! I've never had a bad experience. Yummy & affordable what's not to love?! read more

Silky Kitchen - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

It's rare that you can order a meal from a restaurant and immediately understand the usage of an adjective such as "silky," but, oh my god, there is a tantalizing silkiness here at Silky Kitchen. The noodles, the dumplings, the smoothness of service, it's all very real. My go-to is the dumplings (+ extra dumpling). These are the best dumplings I've ever had. They're worth the wait. I usually supplement this with one of their standard noodle dishes. The fish and soup noodles is good--way more fish than you'd expect. The pork ribs are also wonderful, and I'm someone who often claims that ribs aren't food. Would advise ordering in advance. read more

Food and Service both fantastic! Orange soda is Chinese with real sugar not the high fructose crap! It's fast food and reasonable

Very clean little place off Times Square that smells heavenly and has a somewhat limited menu but that only aids to their complete mastery of the delicious food. Beware that the food definitely means spicy. If they say it's mild spicy it's medium elsewhere, but tasty enough to more than pull it off!! read more

Silky Kitchen - Number 11 still spicy but doable if you can tolerate the spice and tasty. - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

Chinese fast food located right off time square, convenient location. The space is very clean with a long communal table for people to share. If you want a fast and quick authentic rice noodle, you should pay a visit. The price are very affordable and good portion that you can be satisfied. Food is delicious and staffs are very friendly. Do remind everyone tho clean up after you finish. Saw many dirty dishes left on the table. read more

Silky Kitchen - Order counter and menu - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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Great chinese food option in midtown. Its a little pricier than you will find in other areas, but normal for the area. Menu is actually fairly large for this fast casual option. Lots of tasty options, I usually elect to have hunan beef noodles. Note that this can get spicy. Even medium is a little hot, so be aware if you get anything hotter than that. I enjoyed the flavors a lot. Portions are fairly large. Another plus is that are a few tables/seats available. read more

What's better than an authentic Hunan-style stir fried beef bowl of noodle soup on a cold day? Not much I figure. The spice level of extra spicy is on point for me-- numbing, fragrant, dances on your tongue in the best way. Cant get enough of the silky rice noodles soaking up the flavorful broth. Food come out very fast after ordering and there's plenty of seating inside its sleek and modern interior :) read more

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Quite disappointing after reading all these great reviews. We ordered two bowls, one with chili paste chicken and the other with pork. Flavor was good but it was ridiculously oily. There was also a pretty small amount of meat in the bowls compared to other spots around town. It reminded me of Chinese food you might get in a suburban mall somewhere but not up to the NYC standard. Can't for the life of me understand all the 5 star reviews but I guess our differences is what makes the world go round! I will go round the block next time to a different spot. read more

The foods are very tasty! The cashier is very friendly and has a smile on his face. Very good Chinese food!

Located in the heart of Midtown. The food here is delicious, spicy, and is an authentic Hunan cuisine. Inside has plenty of seating for dine in. I tried their Hunan Style Sautéed Beef and there was a lot of pepper on it, which made it pretty spicy. I recommend getting their cold sweet flower jelly. The jelly is just the dessert you'll need after eating something spicy. Overall, the food was delicious despite it being spicy. Give this place a visit if you love eating spicy food. read more

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Went here to grab lunch. Portion size is good and you can choose your base and spice level. The medium spice was actually pretty spicy so be careful when choosing your spice level if you have a low spice tolerance. I would come back to try the other options. read more

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I usually have a rule about reviews: I don't name other restaurants. I am making an exception here because I think it is the most helpful way I can explain. Silky Kitchen is a quieter and arguably better Xi'ann. The portions are heaping, the flavors are authentic and bold, and there are actually vegetables! I had the phenomenal Hunan Style Beef (S11). The spice level was excellent. The beef was good quality and not overly fatty. The design inside is cool. It's sleek and very modern and, in a way, contrasts with the traditional-style food. The biggest contrast though is the price. Few places in Manhattan look like this, serve food like this, and offer such a great deal. read more

Authentic hunan style dishes where you pick a base, a type of noodles and a spice level. Even the mild level has a nice spice to it. We tried the dumplings too: very flavorful! We were pleasantly impressed with the flavor and quality here. We had the chicken and chili, and the pork and pepper. Each had a unique flavor profile. read more

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I initially walked right past this shop, it's a bit narrow and tucked back from the street, but I'm glad I decided to go in. I stopped in before heading to a performance at Roundabout's Laura Pels theatre. Silky Kitchen provided the perfect grab and go, yet healthier made-to-order option. The woman at the register was very nice and helped me figure out my order. I went with the noodle soup base and the pepper and pork. I can see this being served over rice, but it was a cold day and I wanted a warm broth. I went with the mild spice level, which had a good kick. If you actually want mild, I'd order this with no spice and the ingredients will do the trick. I came alone and found a seat at a long table, which is one of the most efficient layouts I've seen for solo or small group dining. I grabbed a stool and hung up my jacket on the wall. I waited about 7 minutes for my food to come up. Every dish is served with a piece of bok choy which is what drew me in. This is probably one of my favorite veggies. The portion size was enough to feed two. I couldn't finish it all in the 20 minutes I had before I had to rush to the show. The plates are well worth their value. It's definitely a casual vibe, but the food is quality and the location to the theatre is super convenient. I'd recommend this to anyone solo dining in Times Square that wants something a bit better than pub dining and more affordable than Utsav. read more

Silky Kitchen - S3. Pork & Pepper soup noodle with Ito En Green Tea - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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The food here is SPICY!! There were a lot of immigrant Chinese coming here for lunch, so the food is definitely authentic Hunan cuisine, I just didn't expect it to be so spicy. If you get anything other than Mild, which I stupidly did, it is like a 9/10 on a normal spicy scale. If you like really spicy food, this place is for you, the flavors were solid. It was just a little overwhelming, I could only eat about a third of my dish. I might try it again and get it 'Mild' to see if it's more palatable, but I don't think I would seek it out. read more

Updated review - still grateful to have this place nearby. So far I like all the dry/mixed noodles I have tried, wasn't a fan of the soup version with the fish. For dessert, I personally like the cold sweet flower jelly more than the sweet rice cake. The rice cake was just bland mochi ball with no filing and coated with brown sugar. The chili oil is a nice addition to the rice noodles, it's more about the fragrance not the spiciness. I somehow find that the green pepper/jalapeno brings the most spiciness in my order. If you ever find your food is too spicy, you can always pick out the jalapeno, add vinegar, or order a drink/dessert. read more

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Silky kitchen is great! My new favorite place in the area since my go to lunch spots closed due to covid. I love that anything on the menu can be ordered over rice or as a noodle soup, I always opt for the noodles but have tried a little of a friend's order over rice. All the soups are delicious, I often end up drinking all of the broth. I also ordered the pork shrimp & chive dumplings once which were okay, but I ate them after being reheated later so I can't give an accurate review of the dumplings when fresh. I also really like the vibe of the restaurant and always end up eating my soup there to get a little break from the office and avoid eating at my desk. Recommended orders: Pork & hot peppers; Hot & sour fish; chicken with chili paste. The short rib noodle soup was alright, good texture but not my favorite. read more

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Taste good! Like I am back in China lol And it's spicy enough! Definitely will be here again! read more

Silky Kitchen - S11. Hunan Style Sauteed Beef - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

Wow. I just finished eating my food delivery from here and I had to leave a review! It was so authentic and delicious. I ordered the pork liver with peppers over rice, pigs ears and fried tofu. Fried tofu was average but the other two are so delicious that I was reminded of China. I didn't know about this restaurant until door dash but will definitely visit the restaurant in person soon! If you want to try authentic Chinese food, can't go wrong here. I rarely give 5 star review but this one deserves it. read more

Silky Kitchen - To go order - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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