Blue Willow 夜来湘

Szechuan & Hunan in New York, New York

4.5 (2,328)

CategorySzechuan & Hunan · Chinese restaurant, Sichuan restaurant
Address40 W 56th St, New York, NY 10019
AreaNew York, New York
Phone(212) 213-2299
Google rating 4.5 (2,328)

Hours

Tuesday11:30 AM–10 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM–10 PM

About Blue Willow 夜来湘

Serving traditional Hunan & Szechuan dishes and a full apothecary style bar in an 1920s vintage China setting with a modern twist

Blue Willow 夜来湘 is a szechuan in New York, New York. It is listed at 40 W 56th St, New York, NY 10019, which places it among the local businesses of New York that residents and visitors turn to when they need this kind of service close by. Google also lists it under chinese restaurant, sichuan restaurant, which is worth knowing if you are comparing several options in the area.

In cities with a Chinatown, weekend mornings bring dim sum carts or order sheets, and lines form early at the most popular spots in New York; walk-ins are standard and reservations are uncommon outside large banquet restaurants. Regional labels matter: Cantonese, Sichuan, Hunan, Shanghainese and Taiwanese kitchens cook very differently, so a restaurant's stated region is a better guide to the food than the word "Chinese" alone. Some smaller restaurants in New York are BYOB with no corkage fee; call ahead to confirm. A tip of 15-20% is customary for table service but not expected at counter-order takeout. Spice level, MSG and allergen questions are normal to ask before ordering, and most kitchens are happy to leave an ingredient out or tone down the heat if you mention it when ordering rather than after the food arrives.

Hours are published for 2 days a week. Typical hours are 11:30 AM–10 PM. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. The listed phone number is (212) 213-2299. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone. Its website is bluewillownyc.com, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.

Customers rate it 4.5 out of 5 on Google across 2,328 reviews, placing it among the better-regarded szechuan & hunan in New York.

New York is in New York, in the Northeast, where four distinct seasons shape local life: hot humid summers, snowy winters that can close businesses for a day, and a dense pattern of towns where walking, transit and street parking all matter. Traffic in New York peaks on weekday mornings and afternoons, so allow extra time then. Addresses read from the street number up to the city, state abbreviation and five-digit ZIP code; the map link on this page shows the exact spot.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Spencer Graf 3 weeks ago

I sat at the bar and had a lovely time chatting with Kailey who made excellent recommendations for food and drinks! She was 5/5 with the Oolong old fashioned, the wings and Szechuan beef, and the sesame ice cream. Highly recommend and will come back asap!

Frederick Breedon 3 months ago

Wanted a unique dinner in midtown within walking distance of Hilton Midtown. Decided on Hunan Chinese at the Blue Willow. We had reservations so seating was no problem. I wanted something adventurous so i ordered the stir fried spicy sautéed Intestines with Lotus root. Probably wouldn’t do that again, I didn’t care for the texture. But the flavor of everything was great. My friend ordered the Peking Duck and it was great.

Ken Hanley 4 months ago

Excellent time on a Saturday Night! Traditional Chinese food done right, and the pork soup dumplings were out of this world. Hunan Stir Fried Noodles and Classic Fried Rice were also next level delicious. Staff was very accommodating and friendly and service was quick. The atmosphere was welcoming; I can be a picky eater sometimes but for the price range here, you can't do better for Chinese in this neck of the woods.

Tim 5 months ago

Blue Willow has been a go-to for years and I’m just now getting around to posting a review. 😅 Every friend I’ve brought says the same thing: just as good as the more popular spots, if not better, without the chaos and long lines. Order-wise, you really can’t miss, but I keep coming back to the salt and pepper prawns, ma ma peppercorn fish, mountain baked fish, mapo tofu, and pickled pepper chicken. Cocktails are always on point too. And honestly, the service deserves a shout. Fast, relaxed, and refreshingly unpretentious. I live nearby. Pretentious service is common. Not here. Overall: 9/10

Silhouet 5 months ago

Walked in to place an order for lunch and was politely greeted. I asked if my meal could be customized to which the hostess responded it could not. I tried to inquire as to why (I wanted the skin taken off the shrimp and seasoned/cooked without shell) and was told “they can’t make it like that”. I ordered the salt and pepper shrimp with a side of rice. The meal comes with 6 shrimp that have been cooked and seasoned with the shell on. It’s different for sure and a bit strange to have to peel off this thin plastic texture skin from the shrimp. All of the seasoning on it is cooked to the skin and once you take it off to eat (which gets messy beware) you loose all the flavor. Would have been nice if they offered this without the shell to accommodate guests and it would for sure taste better.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Blue Willow 夜来湘 located?

Blue Willow 夜来湘 is at 40 W 56th St, New York, NY 10019, in New York, New York. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Blue Willow 夜来湘?

Blue Willow 夜来湘 is listed as a szechuan and is also tagged on Google as chinese restaurant, sichuan restaurant.

What are the hours of Blue Willow 夜来湘?

Published hours are Tuesday: 11:30 AM–10 PM; Wednesday: 11:30 AM–10 PM. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

What is the phone number of Blue Willow 夜来湘?

You can call Blue Willow 夜来湘 at (212) 213-2299.

How is Blue Willow 夜来湘 rated on Google?

Blue Willow 夜来湘 has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 2,328 reviews.

Does Blue Willow 夜来湘 have a website?

Yes, the website of Blue Willow 夜来湘 is bluewillownyc.com (linked on this page).

Are there other szechuan & hunan near Blue Willow 夜来湘?

Yes. New York also has The Best Sichuan 21 一品成都, The Best Sichuan, Mountain House East Village among others; see the full list of szechuan & hunan in New York at the bottom of this page.

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