Reviews of Nine Dragons – China – Epcot
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Reviewed by Susan Kowalski Review Date: 09/26/2018
Rating: (10) Recommended
This is my favorite restaurant at Epcot - which is saying something! Every time I have been there the hostess and waitresses have been so friendly. The wait is typically very short - I am usually seated within minutes of checking in. For times that you do have to wait to be seated they have a small lobby with some benches to sit on.
They offer a typical Chinese menu. Everything I have ever tried has been delicious and the servings are generous. My favorite item on their menu is the Kung Pao Chicken. You can order it spicy or extra spicy. I love the extra spicy, but if it is your first time ordering it, I would recommend going with the spicy - as those dried chili peppers can get intense!
The atmosphere is traditional Chinese, including place-mats with the Chinese calendar that lets you figure out which sign you are. There is not really any good viewing outside of the restaurant (example: no fireworks viewing), but it is a great place to take a break to get out of the heat during the day. HIGHLY recommended!
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Food is delicious; Wait staff is very good; big restaurant with plenty of seating so reservations are usually not required.Cons:
Only have Chinese food available (that I know of).Reviewed by JoanneS Review Date: 01/21/2015
Rating: (10) Recommended
I was skeptical about dining here. But we ate here the afternoon of January 10th and had a wonderful meal. I had the five spice fish which was freshly prepared, so there was a bit of a wait. The portion was a good size and came with steamed rice. I Loved it! The Jasmine Iced Tea was delicious. The service was attentive and professional. Can't wait to go back.
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Fresh Food, Excellent ServiceCons:
can't think of anyReviewed by DisneyJunkie Review Date: 10/31/2013
Rating: (10) Recommended
Once we got past the "well it's only Chinese food, we can get that at home" idea of eating in China in Epcot, we gave the Nine Dragons a try. We're glad to say that we have now added it to our must-do restaurant lists for each new vacation. The food for all of us was just delicious and it arrived very quickly after we ordered it. And, the waitstaff was fast and friendly.
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Delicious food; fast/friendly wait service.Cons:
noneReviewed by CEB1228 Review Date: 02/18/2013
Rating: (10) Recommended
My husband and I ate here on January 24, 2013. During our visits to Disney World, we like to try new restaurants as well as return to our favorites. Nine Dragons was a new selection for us and one we really enjoyed. We were quickly seated and greeted by our server. He was very knowledgeable about the menu and our order was quickly placed. The food was delicious. I had the Honey Sesame Chicken and my husband selected Kung Pao Chicken. We both left there very satisfied and impressed with quality of service.
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Food, wait staffCons:
NoneReviewed by Mizzrhondar Review Date: 01/11/2022
Rating: (9) Recommended
I have heard lots of bad things about this restaurant and I have to come defend it now that we have visited. If you are expecting authentic Chinese food based in Chinese culture, this isn't that. However, the food here is delicious! Our server was so friendly and attentive. We got pot stickers, the happy family, and the honey sesame chicken. The food was so fresh and flavorful and my chicken was nice and crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. I would absolutely come back, as this is probably the best Americanized Chinese cuisine I have had. And the decor is lovely!
Pros:
Good service Beautiful decor Fresh yummy food! Great viewsCons:
Not authentic ChineseReviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 10/20/2021
Rating: (9) Recommended
Excellent service and the food was fresh and delicious.
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Tasty foodCons:
No consReviewed by Anonymous Review Date: 06/08/2021
Rating: (9) Recommended
One of my families must dos each trip to epcot. A quiet and relaxing dinning location indoors with good food and large portions.
Pros:
Relaxing large environment indoors with air conditioning, quieter and less crowded than some restaurantsCons:
Typical dishes like fried rice and sweet and sour chickenReviewed by DisneyPJ Review Date: 05/19/2020
Rating: (9) Recommended
We ate here as part of our Candlelight Ceremony package. Food was pretty good and portions were huge. Definitely worth the money.
Pros:
Very tasty food. Portions were plentifulCons:
NoneReviewed by Lanmon Review Date: 12/10/2017
Rating: (9) Recommended
We had lunch here on our last day at WDW. We quickly moved to another location because the next table was very loud. The host was very accommodating and we sat in a quiet section. The four pot sticker appetizers were good. We both had Kung Pao Shrimp...13 shrimp, nuts and sauce with one scoop of rice. It was pretty good. No hot tea. Service was good. The food was served quickly and efficiently. We will return to Nine Dragons.
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No Hot teaReviewed by Swin1989 Review Date: 04/30/2017
Rating: (9) Recommended
DH and I ate here for the first time on March 6, 2017. It was good, but not someplace we'd eat again. Just not the type of Chinese food we like. I had the Nine Dragon's fried rice. It was very good. DH, the picky one, had the honey sesame chicken. He said it was good. Just not something he'd be in a rush to order again. So we are glad we tried it. But not sure we'd eat there again. Beautiful restaurant and the service was great.
