Lori's review of Dragon Castle

I'm sad to see this excellent neighbourhood restaurant get so many poor reviews. Can only say that we go there regularly for dim sum and I have found it better than many offerings at a much higher price in Central London. It's not on a par with Yautcha but then where is? Admittedly, the kitchen had a “settling down” period about a year ago when the original superb quality slipped a bit, but recent outings have seen it back on form. We have always had charming service, but I don't know if that's because they recognise good repeat customers? I highly recommend the grilled chive dumplings – and all the usual suspects of course, har gau, char sui etc.

Dinner is more hit and miss, although the dishes of pickles and crispy nuts they put on the table are yummy. Their twice cooked pork – while not as scrumptious as it was the first time we had it there – is still delicious, flavourful layers of meat and fat in a succulent sauce with peppers. Also they do beautiful scallops with fried garlic and the chili crab is really very good. Lots of other good things, lamb and chicken in a clay pot. Thier side dishes of veg are overpriced however.

Am grateful this is my local as there hasn't been anywhere decent to go since Pizzeria Castello closed a few years ago.