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  "slug": "philippe-chow",
  "name": "Philippe Chow",
  "url": "https://privatedinnerlist.com/restaurant/philippe-chow",
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  "cuisine": "Upscale Chinese",
  "neighborhood": "Chelsea",
  "neighborhoodPage": "https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/chelsea",
  "spaceTypes": [
    "Private Room"
  ],
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  ],
  "capacityDetails": "Emperor Private Dining Room + full buyout; multiple locations",
  "description": "Philippe Chow's Emperor Private Dining Room transforms your group celebration into an intimate culinary journey through elevated Chinese cuisine, where hand-pulled noodles and perfectly lacquered Peking duck are presented with the theatrical flair this Chelsea institution is known for. The sleek, sophisticated space allows your party to savor Philippe's signature dishes—from delicate soup dumplings to wok-fired specialties—while enjoying the kind of personalized service that makes everyone at the table feel like VIPs. Whether you're gathering 12 or buying out the entire restaurant, the experience feels both grandly celebratory and warmly welcoming.",
  "priceRange": "$$$$",
  "typicalSpendPerPerson": {
    "min": 100,
    "max": null,
    "currency": "USD"
  },
  "rating": 4.2,
  "reviewCount": 606,
  "address": "355 W 16th St, New York, NY 10011, USA",
  "phone": "(212) 885-9400",
  "website": "https://philippechow.com",
  "email": null,
  "coordinates": {
    "lat": 40.7420084,
    "lng": -74.00350259999999
  },
  "hours": [
    "Monday: Closed",
    "Tuesday: 5:30 to 10:30 PM",
    "Wednesday: 5:30 to 10:30 PM",
    "Thursday: 5:30 to 10:30 PM",
    "Friday: 5:30 to 11:30 PM",
    "Saturday: 5:30 to 11:30 PM",
    "Sunday: 5:30 to 10:30 PM"
  ],
  "amenities": {
    "reservable": true,
    "goodForGroups": true,
    "outdoorSeating": false,
    "servesBrunch": null,
    "servesLunch": true,
    "servesDinner": true,
    "wheelchairAccessibleEntrance": true,
    "wheelchairAccessibleSeating": true
  },
  "businessStatus": "OPERATIONAL",
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    "https://privatedinnerlist.com/images/restaurants/philippe-chow-3.jpg",
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  "groupDining": {
    "summary": "Groups of 8 to 16 and private events like bat mitzvahs book here for birthdays and celebrations, often on set tasting menus.",
    "notes": [
      "Reviewers report parties of 8 to 16, plus a bat mitzvah reception planned with two event staff over a long lead time.",
      "Several reviews say groups larger than 8 must order from a tasting or set menu; one 3-star party disputed this at the door.",
      "Event planning included customized menu and bar selections plus printed menus and bar cards for guests.",
      "One party of 10 reports a bill of about $1,000 total; another notes an automatic 20% gratuity."
    ],
    "pros": [
      "Servers keep large tables attended and dishes coming hot",
      "Event team customizes menus and bar selections for private celebrations",
      "Birthday desserts, sparkler candles and DJ create a celebratory mood",
      "Family-style and tasting courses work well for sharing"
    ],
    "cons": [
      "Parties over 8 may be pushed onto a set tasting menu",
      "Weak vegetarian options on the group tasting menu",
      "Loud room and abrupt host or door interactions reported"
    ],
    "occasions": [
      "birthday dinners",
      "group dinners",
      "bat mitzvah reception"
    ],
    "reviewsConsidered": 56,
    "updatedAt": "2026-09-20"
  },
  "updatedAt": "2026-09-20"
}