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Visit our Dragon Court Chinese Restaurant

 

An exciting night out in Cardiff often includes a visit to Les Croupiers Casino with its green tables, slot machines and famed Poker Tournament, frequently ending up in the popular Dragon Court Chinese Restaurant just upstairs from the casino gambling area. Chic comfort, good food and a wide-angle view of Cardiff and the City Stadium complete the Dragon Court proposal to round off your evening in style; it is open nightly until 3 a.m.

The menu is vast and varied. Alongside noodles and various types of rice there is an enormous range of authentic Chinese regional dishes. Add to that a wide choice of fish and sea-food specialities, roast or grilled meat dishes, as well as vegetarian and vegan cooking, all exquisitely prepared and presented: the Dragon Court has something for everyone. To excite your curiosity and your appetite, here are a couple of eye-catching items from the lengthy à la carte menu: ‘Five Willow Fish Fillet’ and ‘Kung Po Chicken’. Then there is ‘Buddhist Vegetarian Dumpling’ on the Dim Sum menu, amongst 150 (no exaggeration) other delectable offerings. The drinks menu is also pages long, ranging from Dom Perignon to wines, to aperitifs, to Chinese tea.

The Dragon Court prides itself on excellent cuisine and many Chinese and international specialities. The famous Peking Duck and stir fried fresh lobster are among the culinary delights on offer. Student discounts and a prompt takeaway service are popular features of the Dragon Court’s many services, as is complete catering for weddings, Chinese New Year, Valentine’s Day and other banquet occasions, and there is even a karaoke room.

The Dragon Court is located above Les Croupiers Casino in the Capital Retail Shopping Park in Leckwith Road, Cardiff. Table bookings or takeaway orders can be made online or by calling 0292 022 0220.

 

Top Chopstick Tips

Chopsticks look simple, but get it wrong and someone could get hurt.

Start by bracing the first chopstick between your thumb and middle finger. Hold the second chopstick between your thumb and index finger. It’s only this second, upper chopstick that should move to pinch the food against the lower chopstick.

Chopsticks also have their own etiquette, akin to western table manners. Chopsticks aren’t weapons, so don’t stab your food, or point them at people. Also don’t cross your chopsticks, or use them with shared food. Once you’ve finished eating, leave them to the left of your dish.

This is only the tip of the iceberg too, for a practice that’s evolved over hundreds of years. This is a good place to start though, and will hopefully prevent your hosts from thinking you’re rude, or a jinx.

Chinese Food Symbolism

Thinking of grabbing a bite at the Dragon Court Restaurant before enjoying some casino games? Here’s some interesting info about Chinese food symbolism so you can muse over the meaning in what you’re eating.

As is the case with many cultures, to the Chinese, certain foods are endowed with particular significance, representing a specific aspect of life. To begin with, noodles are associated with a long life and are, therefore, an important part of any Chinese birthday celebration.

Other foods with a special symbolism include fish, which represents prosperity. This food is often seen, served whole, as the focal point at a Chinese banquet, along with tangerines and oranges, which are believed to invite good luck and great wealth. It is for this reason that these fruits are also shared during Chinese New Year.

Moreover, it is tradition for duck and red foods to be served at Chinese wedding celebrations. While the bird represents fidelity, red foods are symbols of happiness. What could be a better way to start married life?

So, when you’re enjoying your chow mein noodles, king prawns or crispy duck at Dragon Court, remember that these foods may be worth more than just yummy grub!