moo shu pork question -- for Chinese people or people knowledgeable

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:We went to a Chinese restaurant that bills itself as Szechuan style and that I think is pretty authentic -- most of the patrons seem to be Chinese, and it was recommended by a friend from China. One of the dishes we ordered was moo shu pork. It didn't come with the crepe/pancakes that I usually expect so I asked the waiter. Her English wasn't very good and she seemed confused, then said they were extra, and I said -- that's okay, we'd like them. Then they came back very apologetic, and said it was their mistake. I said no problem, although I wasn't clear what the mistake was (no charge? no pancakes?). The pancakes then came out much later. They never brought the Hoisin sauce that I usually see with moo shu.

So...can anyone clarify this? Is this a regional variation? Or only Americans order this? Or only Americans want this with pancakes and Hoisin? Or this waiter was just really confused? It did actually seem like she was brand new and she looked really young. The pancakes were excellent and tasted fresh, so I don't think they just took them out of some cupboard for the random Americans. I don't want to be a pain when I order, and I feel like there was a lot lost in translation so any cultural assistance is appreciated.

LOL that you think a restaurant is authentic bc you deem everyone in it is a certain ethnicity and your one Chinese acquaintance recommended it.

You’re a jerk.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Moo Shu Pork in the US does come with pancakes and sauce. It's one of the main reasons to order it. I've also seen Moo Shu Chicken on the menu.

Ask for it to be served the way you want it. It's not expensive to provide and if they upcharge, so be it. A good restaurant will provide a little tailoring to make a customer happy.

PP. Pancakes are also frequently noted on the menu. So ask if it's not written there.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:We went to a Chinese restaurant that bills itself as Szechuan style and that I think is pretty authentic -- most of the patrons seem to be Chinese, and it was recommended by a friend from China. One of the dishes we ordered was moo shu pork. It didn't come with the crepe/pancakes that I usually expect so I asked the waiter. Her English wasn't very good and she seemed confused, then said they were extra, and I said -- that's okay, we'd like them. Then they came back very apologetic, and said it was their mistake. I said no problem, although I wasn't clear what the mistake was (no charge? no pancakes?). The pancakes then came out much later. They never brought the Hoisin sauce that I usually see with moo shu.

So...can anyone clarify this? Is this a regional variation? Or only Americans order this? Or only Americans want this with pancakes and Hoisin? Or this waiter was just really confused? It did actually seem like she was brand new and she looked really young. The pancakes were excellent and tasted fresh, so I don't think they just took them out of some cupboard for the random Americans. I don't want to be a pain when I order, and I feel like there was a lot lost in translation so any cultural assistance is appreciated.

LOL that you think a restaurant is authentic bc you deem everyone in it is a certain ethnicity and your one Chinese acquaintance recommended it.

You’re a jerk.

ALSO incorrect. OP, moo shu is a northern Chinese store dish and is served with rice not pancakes. The addition of pancakes is an Americanism, so pancakes would not be available im a truly authentic restaurant. ALso, plum sauce would not be served as that is Cantonese (southern). If any sauce is served it would be hoisin.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:For the people crapping on the restaurant without knowing what it is, I’m wondering what Chinese restaurants you would recommend in Montgomery County? Always open to suggestions!

RIP Hollywood East.

I still miss them too!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:For the people crapping on the restaurant without knowing what it is, I’m wondering what Chinese restaurants you would recommend in Montgomery County? Always open to suggestions!

Sichuan Jin River
Bob’s Shanghai 66
Peter Chang Gaithersburg
(RIP Joes Noodle House)

[Anonymous]

MoCo? I would never eat at a restaurant over there.

[Anonymous]

I’m sorry to hear that Joe’s Noodle House closed. Haven’t been to that area in quite some time and enjoyed that restaurant.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:For the people crapping on the restaurant without knowing what it is, I’m wondering what Chinese restaurants you would recommend in Montgomery County? Always open to suggestions!

In Bethesda. Not pork, but I l’ve enjoyed the Moo shu chicken at each. Comes with pancakes and the sauce. Can order extra as well.

Q by Peter Chang
House of Foong Lin

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:We went to a Chinese restaurant that bills itself as Szechuan style and that I think is pretty authentic -- most of the patrons seem to be Chinese, and it was recommended by a friend from China. One of the dishes we ordered was moo shu pork. It didn't come with the crepe/pancakes that I usually expect so I asked the waiter. Her English wasn't very good and she seemed confused, then said they were extra, and I said -- that's okay, we'd like them. Then they came back very apologetic, and said it was their mistake. I said no problem, although I wasn't clear what the mistake was (no charge? no pancakes?). The pancakes then came out much later. They never brought the Hoisin sauce that I usually see with moo shu.

So...can anyone clarify this? Is this a regional variation? Or only Americans order this? Or only Americans want this with pancakes and Hoisin? Or this waiter was just really confused? It did actually seem like she was brand new and she looked really young. The pancakes were excellent and tasted fresh, so I don't think they just took them out of some cupboard for the random Americans. I don't want to be a pain when I order, and I feel like there was a lot lost in translation so any cultural assistance is appreciated.

LOL that you think a restaurant is authentic bc you deem everyone in it is a certain ethnicity and your one Chinese acquaintance recommended it.

You’re a jerk.

ALSO incorrect. OP, moo shu is a northern Chinese store dish and is served with rice not pancakes. The addition of pancakes is an Americanism, so pancakes would not be available im a truly authentic restaurant. ALso, plum sauce would not be served as that is Cantonese (southern). If any sauce is served it would be hoisin.

Well here in the states it is plum or Hoisin sauce. Both are Cantonese stables.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’m sorry to hear that Joe’s Noodle House closed. Haven’t been to that area in quite some time and enjoyed that restaurant.

It got worse under new management before it closed.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’m sorry to hear that Joe’s Noodle House closed. Haven’t been to that area in quite some time and enjoyed that restaurant.

Chef retired and moved back to Taiwan.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I’m sorry to hear that Joe’s Noodle House closed. Haven’t been to that area in quite some time and enjoyed that restaurant.

It got worse under new management before it closed.

No, it was terrible for a while but had turns around for the past few years before closing. We went there for over 20 years.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:MoCo? I would never eat at a restaurant over there.

You won’t be missed.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:For the people crapping on the restaurant without knowing what it is, I’m wondering what Chinese restaurants you would recommend in Montgomery County? Always open to suggestions!

Q by Peter Chang which is the flagship of his restaurant group. Excellent service and food. They will customize for you.

[Anonymous]

Moo Shu anything is almost tasteless without the hoisin sauce…