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    Silky Kitchen

    4.4 (129 reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Salad, Noodles
    Open 11:00 am - 8:45 pm

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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Mapo Tofu (Vegan)
    Semaj B.

    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

    S1. Stew Beef 秘制红烧牛肉.
    Celian O.

    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.

    Chen H.

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

    Chili chicken soup noodles mild spicy
    Amanda H.

    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.

    S13 Hot & Sour Fish Soup Noodle
    Christine H.

    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.

    S14 Braised Pork Ribs
    Samantha C.

    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.

    Menu - October 2024
    James L.

    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.

    S1. Stew Beef
    David N.

    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.

    Wil S.

    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

    Summer special - Soft Tofu Minced Pork Dry Mix Noodle
    Anna S.

    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!

    S13 Hot & Sour Fish Soup Noodle
    Jennifer T.

    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.

    Jesse P.

    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

    S11. Hunan Style Sauteed Beef
    Simone H.

    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.

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    4 years ago

    Decent and authentic Chinese food! The servers were always kind and nice. Very convenient for me to grab lunch, love it!

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    4 years ago

    Delicious food, always order from them, one of my favorite authentic Hunan restaurants in NYC, highly recommended!

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    4 years ago

    Great food, decent service. We loved everything we ate, but we had to wait longer than we should have to order our entrees and pay.

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    Perfect place for some great noodles in spicy soup on a cold winter's day! Got the fish soup.

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