Mr Chow

What groups say

Groups book Mr Chow for birthdays and private parties, with staff pushing a per-person set banquet menu for larger tables.

• Reviewers report private parties of about 15 people, with one spending over 3,000 dollars total.
• Larger tables are steered toward a set banquet bundle; one reviewer cites 128 dollars per person for 7.
• Peking duck requires a minimum of 3 people, priced around 86 dollars per person in an older review.
• Tables sit close together and one party of 7 was seated at a table sized for 4 to 5.

Drawn from 24 Google reviews of Mr Chow that mention a group, a private room or a celebration, read September 2026. The reviews below describe a group visit, private rooms and larger events first, with the critical ones kept in.

• private party, party of 15

  Had a private party here food Qasim amazing first time tasting it and was happy with results, spent over 3k for a party of 15 not to bad.

• large group dinner

  Being recently diagnosed with a shellfish allergy, I've stayed away from Chinese food because some of the sauces contain shellfish derivatives and the wait staff has no idea. The team at Mr Chow took excellent care of our large group (that included a very sleepy toddler) and ensured I could safely dine in their restaurant. The food was superb, the service impeccable. The only drawback is the one for most restaurants in New York - the tables are very close together. Fortunately, the restaurant wasn't packed the night we were there. Highly recommend!

• group dinner, party of 6

  Food was great, service as always. Been coming here for the last 20 Years, the problem is that now they only want you to get the food bundle, even if you want to try many things they keep insisting in the bundle. Really disappointing start of the evening, i said No and he kept insisting that it was the best for the table, we all felt very uncomfortable as they continued to push for the Bundle. I said i would never come back and then they served us our choices from the menu. Great Food, great service but my night started sour having to fight with the guy for over 15 minutes. Peking Duck was awesome, squid pasta in black ink so incredible but i will Never be back again, started reading other reviews and its the same unfortunate strategy of a once great place to have a group and memorable moment.... Unfortunately never coming back again in a party 6 or larger. I hope Mr. chow management start reading the reviews.... Expensive is ok if you leave feeling great ... Not what happened ! Bye Mr. chow this could of been a 5 star, wanted to give it a 2...

• birthday dinner, party of 7

  The place serves banquet classics, but the quality of the preparation coupled with the volume of food available did not warrant $128 per person for a 7 person table. How do 7 people share a 1lb lobster? The bok choy was not properly cut up to eat with chopsticks, so we needed to use forks and knives to cut the bok choy into the right size pieces. The food was served luke warm. The worst part is they charged $18 for a slice of birthday cake and we did not request one br brought out.

• birthday dinner

  AMAZING Resturant and incredible service!!! I have never seen such great customer service!! Miguel is the BEST and Kevin the general manager is excellent! We came for a birthday dinner and the way the staff accommodated our group was unbelievable. They were organized, so nice, and honestly made our group feel so comfortable. The food was AMAZING!!! Literally my mouth couldn't stop eating everything, especially the shrimp!! Overall A++++ Mr.Chow hands down has the best food and excellent restaurant staff I have ever come across! Can't wait to go back! Thank you again to such a wonderful staff!

Good to know

Elegant Chinese restaurant, around since 1979 and still considered to be a scene.

Hours, spend and amenities from Google. Private event hours and minimums are set by the restaurant.

Frequently asked questions

Does Mr Chow have a private dining room?

Yes. Mr Chow offers a private dining room for groups in Midtown East. Upscale setting; event hosting.

How much does it cost to book a private event at Mr Chow?

Guests at Mr Chow typically spend $100+ per person on a regular visit, according to Google, before drinks and tip. A private room or group booking is usually priced on a food and beverage minimum that scales from that per-head figure rather than a flat room fee. Minimums run higher on Friday and Saturday nights and through December. Contact Mr Chow for the current minimum and deposit terms.

When is Mr Chow open?

Mr Chow is open daily from 6:00 to 11:30 PM, serving lunch and dinner. The restaurant takes reservations for regular tables. Private rooms can often be booked outside these hours, including daytime events, so ask when you inquire.

What kind of restaurant is Mr Chow?

Mr Chow is a $$$$ Chinese restaurant in Midtown East, New York City, rated 4 stars across 623 Google reviews. Google describes it as: Elegant Chinese restaurant, around since 1979 and still considered to be a scene. It has outdoor seating.

What do guests say about group dining at Mr Chow?

Groups book Mr Chow for birthdays and private parties, with staff pushing a per-person set banquet menu for larger tables. Reviewers report private parties of about 15 people, with one spending over 3,000 dollars total. Larger tables are steered toward a set banquet bundle; one reviewer cites 128 dollars per person for 7. Peking duck requires a minimum of 3 people, priced around 86 dollars per person in an older review. Tables sit close together and one party of 7 was seated at a table sized for 4 to 5. Reviewers praise: attentive, organized service for birthday groups; handles allergies carefully for large parties; kitchen sends shared dishes promptly, food quality praised; staff run birthday cake and celebration touches. Watch for: persistent pressure to take the set bundle for parties of 6 or more; cramped seating and tables smaller than reserved party size; expensive per head; surprise charges like 18 dollar cake slice. Based on 24 Google reviews of Mr Chow that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.

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