A verified independent culinary guide to Cantonese roasted duck, soy sauce chicken, white cut chicken, portion sizing, sides, and counter ordering etiquette.
Every rice box is packed into an insulated takeout container, layered with a substantial portion of jasmine rice, tender stewed cabbage, and savory pan gravy.
| Menu Offering | Small Box (~1.2 lbs) | Large Box (~2.0 lbs) | Included Sides |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roast Duck Over Rice (燒鴨飯) | $7.50 | $9.50 | Jasmine Rice + Braised Cabbage + Master Jus |
| Soy Sauce Chicken (豉油雞飯) | $6.50 | $8.50 | Jasmine Rice + Braised Cabbage + Soy Stock |
| White Cut Chicken (白切雞飯) | $6.50 | $8.50 | Jasmine Rice + Ginger-Scallion Oil + Cabbage |
| Braised Cabbage & Rice (菜飯) | $4.50 | $6.00 | Steamed Jasmine Rice + Sweet Braised Cabbage |
House Signature
Classic whole duck roasted in high-heat roasting drums until the skin achieves a deep, glossy mahogany lacquer and renders its rich fat. Cleaver-chopped on the bone and layered over warm jasmine rice and braised cabbage, then basted in spiced duck roasting juices.
Crowd Favorite
Whole plump chicken submerged and slow-steeped in a master aromatic soy broth crafted with dark soy sauce, rock sugar, ginger slices, and star anise. Boasts satin-soft amber skin, exceptionally juicy meat, and a mellow savory-sweet profile.
Delicate Tradition
Poached gently in clear court bouillon and plunged into ice water to seal in natural poultry moisture and create delicate, gelatinous skin. Traditionally severed with generous scoops of freshly minced scallion, grated ginger, and sea salt flash-seared in oil.
Vegetable Base
A foundational Chinese comfort box featuring a heavy bed of steamed long-grain jasmine rice topped with tender stewed sweet cabbage. Simmered until the cabbage leaves are translucent and absorb savory broth seasoning.
Wah Fung's portion sizes are legendary in New York dining circles. Here is an honest breakdown of container sizes and weights.
~$6.50 – $7.50
~$8.50 – $10.00
Wah Fung's counter is fast-paced. Having your exact order ready keeps the line moving smoothly for everyone.
The server's first action is grabbing a container. Immediately state "Small" or "Large" so they can prep the cabbage and rice base.
Specify "Roast Duck", "Soy Sauce Chicken", or "White Cut Chicken". If ordering a Large, you can ask for a mix of both.
Say "Sauce on rice" (the default savory gravy ladle) and ask for "Ginger-scallion sauce" or hot chili sauce on top.
Have $10 or $20 bills ready in hand. There are no registers, swipe terminals, or card readers. Cash is handed over as your box is sealed.
Check current operating hours, subway transit routes, and line arrival tips before heading down to Chinatown.
