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Le Bar Penelope Introduces a Refined Take on Chinese Cuisine
March 24, 2025, 12:17.48 am ET

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Photos: Melissa Hom

Le Bar Penelope, the Upper East Side’s effortlessly chic lounge from Avra Group Hospitality, has already made a name for itself with its classic charm and cocktails. But starting this March, the sultry space is introducing Miss Penelope’s Chinese Kitchen, an elevated dinner experience that blends old-school sophistication with the bold, comforting flavors of Chinese cuisine.

Served Tuesday through Saturday from 7–10 PM, the menu leans into China's rich textures and refined flavors. Delicate pork dumplings arrive in steamer baskets, their silky wrappers giving way to juicy, savory filling. The baked crab roll is a luxe spin on a beloved classic, while crispy chili chicken offers a perfect balance of heat and crunch. Guests can also feast on miso-glazed Chilean sea bass, or indulge in a Japanese sweet potato topped with caviar offering a contrast of earthy sweetness and salty opulence.

Once only available on the private dining menu, these dishes are now available for all guests to enjoy. Let's just say, Le Bar Penelope certainly knows how to keep things interesting.


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