King Chef - Poughkeepsie

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King Chef

King Chef
3.6 / 5 (369 reviews)

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**King Chef: A Mixed Bag of Experiences in Poughkeepsie** Nestled amidst Poughkeepsie's bustling streets, King Chef serves as a paradox of culinary experiences. While some patrons rave about perfectly cooked meat and generous portions, others lament the lack of flavor, particularly in spicy dishes. Customer service seems equally unpredictable, with interactions ranging from friendly to curt. The restaurant’s interior has remained largely unchanged for decades, leading to concerns about its upkeep. Despite its shortcomings, many still champion King Chef for its reliability and decent pricing. However, potential diners should be cautious of misleading promotions and prepare for varied dining experiences.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Carlos

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★ 3.6 / 5 from 369 reviews

Was Carlos Russell at King Chef a mag?
The Fried rice was excellent , however why am I bitting into large pieces of onion in my dumpling which were passable. Do not order the Mongolian Beef. I got something like a stir fry beef which for what it was wasn't bad but it wasn't and never could be Mongolian Beef. I'm not sure if I would go View all feedback.

What April Jomes dislikes about King Chef:
I ordered boneless spare ribs in a fried sauce along with pork loin and fried wontons. Unfortunately, the spare ribs were so tough that I couldn't eat them, and the wontons were overly crunchy. I tried calling to address these issues, but the young man who answered hung up on me—not just once, but twice—claiming I hadn't specified my order correctly. I've been a loyal customer for over two years since I was in Hyde P... View all feedback.

jodi-wyant
30.07.2024

King Chef has excellent Chicken Lo Mein and good service I love going there every once in awhile to splurge and get some yummy Chinese Food

elynch-tree142
16.01.2023

This is truly my favorite Chinese restaurant, and by far the best in Poughkeepsie! The meat is always cooked perfectly—never tough or chewy—and there’s never any strange taste like you might find at other places with inconsistent food. They are always reliable and deliver exactly what you order. The interior is well-maintained, creating a pleasant atmosphere without any uncomfortable vibes. It’s family-friendly and has a clean kitchen! I highly recommend this spot, especially if you’re looking for a great Chinese place!

acruickshank-chef425
16.01.2023

So I am new to the area and I went in because of a sign in the window. Which was FALSE ADVERTISEMENT! When I placed my order not ONLY was she rude... The $4.95 special was now $8.95 I kindly referenced the sign in the window. Her explanation was. I don't see it. 8.95 WHAT YOU WANT. I advised her that if that's the price she should take that big sign out of the window. I took a picture of the sign. And that was 5 weeks ago. The sign is still up luring unknowing customers in and charging a higher price.

carlos-russell
20.08.2024

The Fried rice was excellent , however why am I bitting into large pieces of onion in my dumpling which were passable. Do not order the Mongolian Beef. I got something like a stir fry beef which for what it was wasn't bad but it wasn't and never could be Mongolian Beef. I'm not sure if I would go

april-jomes
20.08.2024

I ordered boneless spare ribs in a fried sauce along with pork loin and fried wontons. Unfortunately, the spare ribs were so tough that I couldn't eat them, and the wontons were overly crunchy. I tried calling to address these issues, but the young man who answered hung up on me—not just once, but twice—claiming I hadn't specified my order correctly. I've been a loyal customer for over two years since I was in Hyde Park, but after this experience, they've lost me. I will never order from them again and definitely won’t recommend them to anyone. I'm really upset, and I wish I could have taken a picture to show the problem.

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