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Dragon Chef

Chinese restaurantsLondon

4.4 out of 5 stars4.4(215 reviews)

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Quick info

+44 20 7265 8962
406 Commercial Rd, London E1 0LB, United Kingdom
£10–20 · Reported by 127 people

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About Dragon Chef

The munch box anchors the menu at Dragon Chef, a Chinese takeaway on Commercial Rd in London, a salt and pepper box of breaded chicken wings, chicken balls, prawns, ribs, lamb ribs and calamari served with salt and pepper chips and a pot of curry sauce. Portions run large enough to share between several people or keep back for the next day. Chow mein is another regular order, in meat and king prawn versions, and the counter staff ask whether you want each dish spicy before it goes to the kitchen. Alongside the main list of 11 dishes, a separate lunch menu runs, and starters include Sesame prawn on Toast, Chicken Satay and Crispy Seaweed. Orders are walk-in, placed and paid for at the counter, then collected once they are ready. Payment is cash only. The shop opens Monday to Sunday and closes on Tuesdays.

Good to know

  • Parking
    Free of charge street parking · Paid street parking
  • Accessibility
    Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Good for kids
    Good for kids · Has kids' menu · Family friendly
  • Dietary
    Serves vegetarian dishes

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Menu & Prices

11 dishes · mains £3–12
  • Assorted Hors D’oeuveres Platter£12.00
  • Sesame prawn on Toast£5.50
  • Chicken Satay£6.50
  • Veg Mini Spring Rolls£4.00
  • Pan Fried Veg Dumplings£4.50
  • Crispy Seaweed£4.00
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Reviews

4.4/5
215 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention £20 munch box, curry sauce, chicken and prawns and ribs.

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Customer Review Summary

Reviewers return to the munch box above all, the viral box several found after seeing it on TikTok. They describe chicken wings, chicken balls, ribs, prawns, lamb ribs and salt and pepper chips with a pot of curry sauce, in portions said to feed three or four people, with leftovers lasting a couple of days. Ribs and prawns draw the most praise, and one reviewer notes extra prawns were added on request. Close behind are the king prawn chow mein, which came with real heat when asked for spicy, a meat chowmein with well-cooked noodles and a generous portion, and a Singapore special fried rice with prawns, chicken and beef that one diner calls a favourite. Complaints are small: chips that could be crisper, a bit more spice in the chowmein, and food that one reviewer found a little salty. One reviewer calls the experience disgusting and false advertising, without giving specifics. Several mention quick, friendly service, and one staff member was thanked for feedback on the food. One diner asked for each dish spicy or not, and the heat was there.

Featured reviews

  • Razi Baig
    “For £20 the munch box was defo worth it!!! Took me 2 days to finish it and was fully to the brim.... food was cooked fresh and full of flavours”
  • Rafi Ahmed
    “Food was really good, lots of options and the price is very reasonable. A bit salty for my liking but overall good food and the staff were very helpful and appreciated the feedback”
  • Shaf Alam
    “A solid 4.5 stars for me and I have to be honest, this is my second time visiting after about a year or two and I can confirm that the taste profiles have all improved. Well done Chef Bing. I got to try their viral munch box, it was packed with lovely breaded proteins like chicken prawns, ribs, wings, calamari and salt and pepper chips with a pot of curry sauce. Everything had good flavour and overall l really enjoyed the meal. The only thing I might add is that the chips would have been better a little crisper.”
  • Nuran Hassan
    “DISGUSTING! BEWARE FLASE ADVERTISEMENT. I decided to try Dragon Chef after seeing it heavily advertised online, …”
  • Bodrul Islam
    “Tried this for the first time and the hype is justified. Ordered the munchbox and honestly it was amazing. The chicken and prawns had flavour. The ribs were tender. Definitely recommend.”

Hours

Monday
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Highlights

  • Popular for popular for lunch
  • Popular for popular for dinner

Amenities

  • Has Wi-Fi
  • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers takeaway
  • Family friendly
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  • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Casual
  • On-site services available
  • Quick bite
  • Has counter service
  • Has seating
Dining options· 2
  • Serves lunch
  • Serves dinner
Parking· 1
  • Paid street parking
Popular for· 2
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner
Family-friendly· 2
  • Good for kids
  • Has kids' menu

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