Peking
reviewed by Andre
from Russia
on Jan.02.2010 | "Well, may be it is the oldest, however history did not pave the way to maturity...
The key word in our description would be "Bad"
First of all there was no any sign of the Chinese presence, either among waiters or among the chefs.
It was rather Russian-Estonian version of the Chinese food...Bamboo shoots were unsuccessfully substituted by fried ...fresh cucumbers and frozen beans from the nearest supermarket. This was called "Beef with vegetables" - recommend to avoid it... Rise was not cooked properly as well, it was almost impossible to eat it with chopsticks.
Second, it was bloody cold inside (we were there in the beginning of January) and local staff, knowing that problem very well, offered us personal heater when we already put on our winter coats while at the table.
Next negative surprise was cutlery: steel European knives, forks and spoons, absence of traditional Chinese souses on the table and so on.
To crown negative impressions - together with the bill the waiter brought us the news: credits cards terminal was out of order, at least for the last 3 attempts, and advised us to round the corners for the nearest ATM (however, on my insisting to try the terminal it appeared to work OK)
Conclusion: if you are in nice mood inspired by the views of the city, or you love Chinese cousin - DO NOT GO TO THIS RESTAURANT...
" |