Long Islanders will soon have two new destinations for fresh and flavorful Asian fare, as P.F. Chang’s is opening new locations in Lake Grove and Huntington Station.
The restaurant will open at Lake Grove's Smith Haven Mall on November 26 and in the Walt Whitman Mall in Huntington Station on December 23.
The restaurants will feature the classic P.F. Chang's core menu, with favorites such as Cantonese Style Lemon Chicken, Orange Peel Beef and Asian Grilled Salmon. In addition, a Seasonal Menu will also be available for a limited time, featuring a mosaic of fresh, on-trend ingredients including kale, quinoa, Brussels sprouts, butternut squash and zucchini. The menu features a variety of starters and entrees, including:
• Crispy Korean Chicken Wings -- Served lollipop-style with house-made sweet & spicy red chili sauce, sprinkled with scallions and sesame seeds. Suggested wine pairing: Mumm Napa Brut
• Shanghai Waldorf Salad -- Fresh chopped kale, endive, radicchio, crisp apples, grapes, celery, grape tomatoes and candied walnuts tossed in a light miso-lime vinaigrette. Suggested wine pairing: Estancia Pinot Grigio
• Miso Chicken -- Savory miso-tamarind sauce wok-tossed with sliced chicken breast, baby carrots, Asian mushrooms, bok choy, candied walnuts and corn, topped with fresh cilantro. Suggested wine pairing: Penfolds "Thomas Hyland" Shiraz
• Citrus Mustard Prawns -- Tangy citrus mustard sauce wok-tossed with prawns, baby carrots, black beans, ginger, Fresno peppers and hand cut zucchini ribbons, garnished with fresh cilantro. Suggested wine pairing: Kelly Fleming Sauvignon Blanc
• Harvest Vegetable Quinoa "Fried Rice" -- Wok-toasted red quinoa with spiced butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, wok-charred corn, snap peas, carrots, zucchini and diced green apples, topped with a sunny-side egg - and can be prepared gluten-free. Suggested wine pairing: MacMurray Ranch Pinot Noir
• Vietnamese Noodles with Steak & Shrimp -- A Pho-inspired dish that blends the bright flavors of hoisin, sriracha, cinnamon and coriander with rice noodles, marinated shrimp and flank steak, wok-tossed with Chinese broccoli, carrots and bean sprouts, topped with fresh cilantro. Suggested wine pairing: Alamos Malbec
• Spicy Tuna on Toasted Rice -- Toasted rice wrapped in nori and topped with spicy tuna, sliced avocado and daikon sprouts. Suggested wine pairing: Frog's Leap Sauvignon Blanc
• Salmon Tartare in Daikon Wrap -- Sushi-grade salmon tartare, crisp cucumber, apples, chives and cilantro tossed in a wasabi ponzu sauce and folder into sliced daikon. Suggested wine pairing: Piquitos Moscato
And for sipping throughout the season, the restaurant is debuting two new cocktails:
• Apple Cinnamon Martini -- Absolut Orient Apple Vodka and Tuaca Liqueur shaken with apple juice, fresh lemon juice and a hint of cinnamon.
• Ginger Jalapeno Mule -- Tanteo Jalapeno Tequila shaken with fresh ginger, lime juice and Thai Basil leaves.
"Our guests look to us to deliver their favorite Asian dishes, as well as exciting new tastes that may soon become their favorites," said Rick Federico, CEO. "The seasonal menu introduces outstanding dishes that take advantage of fresh, unique ingredients and flavors."
The Lake Grove P.F. Chang's is located at 476 Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove, NY 11755. Hours of operation are Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
The Huntington Station P.F. Chang's is located at 160 Walt Whitman Road, Space 1027B, Huntington Station, NY 11746. Hours of operation are Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.