Forget dinner and a show. At JUQI NYC, dinner is the show — especially when a beautifully roasted Peking duck arrives looking like it deserves its own security detail.
Located inside Tangram in Flushing, Queens, JUQI brings the traditions of Beijing cuisine to New York with elaborate presentations, ornate interiors and a signature roast duck experience that makes ordinary takeout feel like yesterday’s news.
Peking Duck Is the Main Event
JUQI’s signature Peking duck is the restaurant’s undisputed headliner. Prepared using traditional hanging-oven techniques, the duck is roasted to achieve crisp, glossy skin and juicy meat. The whole-duck set comes with caviar, duck sauce and cucumber, plus a choice of complimentary duck soup, salted-and-pepper duck rack or spicy fried duck rack.
At $109 and up for the whole set, it’s not exactly a casual Tuesday night order — but it’s a memorable centerpiece for a group dinner. A half-duck set is also available for diners who want the experience without assembling an entire banquet.
The menu extends well beyond duck, with Beijing-style zhajiangmian noodles, royal-style barbecued lamb, crispy shrimp and the restaurant’s playful Mr. Rabbit mashed potato. There are also imaginative desserts, including mahjong-inspired sweets that make the final course almost too photogenic to eat. Almost.
A Taste of Old Beijing in Queens
JUQI’s interiors draw inspiration from Beijing’s traditional hutong culture, with intricate décor designed to transport diners beyond the usual shopping-mall restaurant experience. The concept combines regional culinary traditions with theatrical presentation, making it a destination for celebrations, family gatherings and adventurous food lovers.
The restaurant has also attracted attention from food media, putting Flushing’s vibrant dining scene firmly on the radar of Peking duck enthusiasts.
Where to Find JUQI NYC
JUQI is located at 133-36 37th Avenue, inside Tangram in Flushing, Queens.
For New Yorkers seeking authentic Beijing flavors, impressive presentation and a duck dinner worth gathering friends around, JUQI makes a compelling case for crossing borough lines.
Bring an appetite. The duck deserves a standing ovation.
