NC Peking Duck

The inspiration

The hand-made items are a point of pride: baos, dumplings, and breads are prepared only after you order, so they arrive at the right chewiness, juiciness, and temperature¹ .

Who's behind it

The duck is the work of Peking Duck Chef Han, who trained with leading chefs in China when he was young and now brings a lifetime of practice to the kitchen¹ . He works alongside a small team of specialists covering the different crafts of the cuisine¹ .

What to order

• Marinated pork bones: a braised house specialty worth ordering alongside the duck .
• Handmade baos and dumplings: made to order rather than in advance, for freshness and texture .¹

What people are saying

The made-to-order handmades and locally sourced ingredients come up again and again as the kitchen's distinguishing habits¹ .

Why you should try it

If you're staying nearby, this is a specialist Northern Chinese kitchen led by a duck chef rather than a generic takeout counter¹ . Come with a group, order the duck ahead, and round it out with the handmade dumplings and house dishes that most menus around here don't attempt¹ .