Wednesday, November 25, 2009

P.F. Chang's China Bistro

Rating 4.0-Average Cost $15-$35

P.F. Chang's is and American chain restaurant founded in 1993 in Scottsdale Arizona by Paul Fleming. There are over 145 restaurants in most of the US and a few outside the country starting in 2005. The restaurants serve American Chinese cuisine recipes conceived and planned originally by Philip Chiang. P.F. Chang's is the namesake of Paul Felming [P.F.] and Philip Chiang [whos surname is simplified to Chang].

I have visited P.F. Chang's several time is varied places in the US and in Mexico City. Most recently in El Paso, Texas.

Ordered to table were the following:

Chang's Spare Ribs $9 - This is an appetiser of 6 wok seared ribs in a fine honey bar-b-que sauce. The starter plate can be shared with everyone at the table. Be sure to ask for hand wipes, the honey is abundant!

Chang's Spicy Chicken $11 - This is one of the most popular dishes served here. A take on a General Tso's recipe. The chicken is lightly dusted in a rice flour and stir fried in a Sichuan sauce. When served family style, this one doesn't last.

Orange Peel Beef $12 - This is a thinly sliced choice cut slightly seared on the wok and tossed with chilies and fresh orange peel. This has a rewarding and lasting taste sensation. Try blending this dish with their Garlic Snap Peas or the green tea noodles. Can't miss with this one.

P.F. Chang's also has a gluten free menu and a desert menu that will knock your woks off. Always a favorite of mine when traveling. Atmospheres presented are conducive to family or intimate settings.


http://www.pfchangs.com/index.aspx