Went with a friend who was gluten intolerant. The staff were amazingly helpful - answering his questions on the phone before and then knowing exactly which items were and were not gluten-free, and asking questions of the kitchen where needed.
Food was delicious.
A hidden gem we would not have found without Open Table
Mr z, another restaurant open by the same owner of Red Peony Restaurant on 56th street, specializing in varieties of Chinese Shanghai and Cantonese cuisine including Soup dumplings and Dim Sum.