Dragon Chef
Popular, authentic halal Chinese food is served at Dragon Chef in Whitechapel, London. Notable dishes include crispy duck, mixed chow mein, and large salt-and-pepper snack boxes. Black bean beef, sweet and sour chicken, and a variety of seafood selections are among the Cantonese-style dishes that dominate their menu.
Munch Box
The most classic and tempting Munch Box includes all your much favourites under a single box with the most affordable price.
| Name & Details | Price |
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Salt and Pepper Munch Box 🍱 Salt and pepper chicken, chicken wings, squid, prawn, chips, lamb ribs. Served with curry sauce. | £24.99 |
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Yummy Munch Box 🍱 Chicken balls, mini veg rolls, salt and pepper lamb ribs, salt and pepper chips, prawn toast, served with sweet and sour sauce. | £24.99 |
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Mini Munchie Box 🍱 Salt and pepper chicken, prawns, wings, ribs and chips. Served with curry sauce. | £17.99 |
Appetisers
The flavourful and the most promising start truly begins with our most classic and heartiest of all Appetisers.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
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Assorted Hors D’oeuvres Platter 🍢 Veg mini spring rolls (2), sesame prawn on toast (2), chicken satay (2), lamb ribs (2). Served with peanut sauce. | £10.00 |
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Sesame Prawn on Toast 🍤 Served with peanut sauce. | £7.00 |
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Chicken Satay 🍢 Served with our peanut sauce. | £7.00 |
| Veg Mini Spring Rolls 🥦 | £6.00 |
| Crispy Duck Spring Rolls | £6.00 |
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Vegetable Dumplings 🥦 Served with vinegar. | £6.50 |
| Crispy Seaweed 🥦 | £6.00 |
| Capital Spare Lamb Ribs 🍖 | £8.00 |
| Pancake Roll 🥦 | £6.00 |
| Dry Ribs 🍖 | £8.00 |
| Crispy Peking Wings 🍗 | £7.50 |
| Thai Style Chicken Spicy Wings 🌶️🍗 | £7.50 |
| Crispy Crab Claws 🦀 | £8.00 |
| Smoked Chicken 🍗 | £7.00 |
| Dynamite Prawns 🌶️🍤 | £8.00 |
| Dynamite Chicken 🌶️🍗 | £7.50 |
| Dynamite Wings 🌶️🍗 | £7.50 |
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Chippy Sausage 🌭 Half chippy sausage. | £2.25 |
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Fish Cake 🐟 Chippy fish cake. | £2.25 |
| Chippy Fish Cake 🐟 | £2.00 |
Salt and Pepper
The black and white and the most classic favourite Salt and Pepper Dishes await your presence.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Salt and Pepper Chicken 🍗 | £7.50 |
| Salt and Pepper Prawn 🍤 | £8.00 |
| Salt and Pepper Wings 🍗 | £7.50 |
| Salt and Pepper Ribs 🍖 | £9.50 |
| Salt and Pepper Squid 🦑 | £7.00 |
| Salt and Pepper Chips 🍟 | £6.50 |
Soup
The dreamiest, creamiest and the steaming hot range of Soups are the best way to simply savour it all.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Chicken and Noodle Soup 🍜 | £5.00 |
| Sweetcorn Soup with Chicken 🍲 | £5.00 |
| Sweetcorn Soup with Crab Meat 🦀 | £5.00 |
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Hot and Sour Soup 🌶️ Chicken, beef, and shrimp. | £5.50 |
| Chicken and Mushroom Soup 🍄 | £5.00 |
| Won Ton Soup 🥟 | £5.50 |
Beef Dishes
The chunky, juicy and the most chewy yet flavourful Beef Dishes are offered for your heartiest meal times.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Stir Fried Beef in Black Bean Sauce 🌶️ | £8.20 |
| Beef with Ginger and Spring Onions | £8.20 |
| Crispy Shredded Beef with Chilli and Carrot 🌶️ | £8.50 |
| Beef in Oyster Sauce | £8.20 |
| Beef Chop Suey | £8.20 |
| Beef in Black Pepper Sauce 🌶️ | £8.20 |
| Beef with Mushrooms | £8.20 |
| Szechuan Beef 🌶️ | £8.20 |
Chicken Dishes
Super succulent and smothered in the most flavourful sauces our Chicken Dishes are definitely the perfect match.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Chicken in Chili Bean Sauce 🌶️ | £8.00 |
| Chicken Peking Style | £8.00 |
| Chicken Black Bean Sauce 🌶️ | £8.00 |
| Chicken with Mushrooms | £8.00 |
| Chicken in Cashew Nuts and Yellow Bean Sauce 🌶️ | £8.20 |
| Cantonese Lemon Chicken | £8.00 |
| Sweet and Sour Chicken (Hong Kong Style) | £8.00 |
| Sweet and Sour Chicken Balls Served with sweet and sour sauce. | £8.00 |
| Chicken with Mixed Vegetables | £8.00 |
| Chicken with Garlic Spring Onion | £8.20 |
| Chicken in Garlic Chili Sauce 🌶️ | £8.20 |
| Chicken with Ginger and Spring Onion | £8.20 |
| Kung Po Chicken 🌶️ | £8.20 |
| Chicken Chop Suey | £8.20 |
| Orange Chicken | £8.50 |
| Chicken with Pineapple | £8.20 |
| Honey Spicy Chicken | £8.20 |
| Chicken Chinese Style | £8.20 |
| Szechuan Chicken 🌶️ | £8.20 |
| Mongolian Chicken 🌶️ Crispy slices of chicken breast stir fried in a sweet & spicy & savory sauce. | £8.50 |
Duck Dishes
Let the crisp, flavour and the most heartiest Duck Dishes truly fulfill you in with their mouthwatering tempting taste.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
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Crispy Aromatic Duck 🦆 Served with cucumber, spring onion, pancakes and hoisin sauce. | From £12.00 |
| Orange Duck 🦆 | £9.50 |
| Stir Fried Duck in Black Bean Sauce 🌶️🦆 | £9.50 |
| Roast Duck 🦆 | £9.50 |
| Roast Duck with Pineapple 🦆 | £9.50 |
| Roast Duck with Mixed Vegetables 🦆 | £9.50 |
| Duck with Satay Sauce 🦆 | £9.50 |
| Duck with Mushrooms 🦆 | £9.50 |
| Duck in Plum Sauce 🦆 | £9.50 |
Lamb Dishes
Feel the heat, burning flavour and the spicy kick right from our most traditionally cooked Lamb Dishes.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Lamb with Ginger and Spring Onion 🐑 | £9.50 |
| Lamb with Black Pepper Sauce 🌶️🐑 | £9.50 |
| Honey Spicy Lamb Ribs 🐑 | £9.50 |
| Lamb in Black Bean Sauce 🐑 | £9.50 |
Seafood Dishes
The best Seafood Dishes straight from the heart of the ocean floor made with the right balanced flavours await your presence.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Mussels with Ginger and Spring Onion 🦪 | £7.50 |
| Squid with Chili and Black Bean Sauce 🌶️🦑 | £9.00 |
| Squid with Ginger and Spring Onions 🦑 | £9.00 |
| Squid with Garlic Chili Sauce 🌶️🦑 | £9.00 |
| Sweet and Sour Prawn Balls 🍤 | £9.50 |
| King Prawn with Oyster Sauce 🍤 | £9.50 |
| King Prawn with Satay Sauce 🍤 | £9.50 |
| King Prawn with Mushrooms 🍤 | £9.50 |
| Mussels in Black Bean Sauce 🦪 | £7.50 |
| Sweet and Sour King Prawn (Hong Kong Style) 🍤 | £9.50 |
| Honey Spicy King Prawn (Batter) 🍤 | £9.50 |
| Szechuan King Prawn 🌶️🍤 | £9.50 |
| King Prawn in Black Bean Sauce 🍤 | £9.50 |
Noodles (Chow Mein)
Our Noodles have a crisp that have been cooked over high heat in a wok, giving it a unique charred flavour.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Crispy Noodles with Roast Duck and Chicken 🍜 | £9.50 |
| House Special Noodles 🍜 Chicken, beef and king prawn (3 pcs). | £9.50 |
| Crispy Noodles with Mixed Meat 🍜 Chicken and beef. | £9.00 |
| Crispy Noodles with Vegetables 🍜🥦 | £8.50 |
| Singapore Vermicelli 🌶️🍜 Chicken, shrimp and beef. | £9.50 |
| Chicken Chow Mein 🍜 | £8.00 |
| Beef Chow Mein 🍜 | £8.20 |
| Duck Chow Mein 🍜 | £8.50 |
| Shrimp Chow Mein 🍜🍤 | £8.50 |
| King Prawn Chow Mein 🍜🍤 | £9.50 |
| House Special Chow Mein 🍜 With king prawn, chicken and beef (3 pcs). | £9.50 |
| Malaysian Chicken Chow Mein 🍜 | £9.50 |
| Young Chow Mein 🍜 Chicken, beef and shrimp. | £9.00 |
| Vegetables Chow Mein 🍜🥦 | £8.20 |
| Singapore Chow Mein 🌶️🍜 Chicken, shrimp and beef. | £9.50 |
| Plain Chow Mein 🍜 Bean sprouts and onions. | £6.50 |
| Plain Noodles 🍜 Soy sauce. | £5.50 |
| Mushroom Chow Mein 🍜🍄 | £8.20 |
| Chicken Tikka Chow Mein 🍜 | £9.50 |
Ramen Noodles
The most beloved and the most spicy yet comforting meal of all is the classic Ramen Noodles.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Ramen Chicken Noodles 🍜🍗 Saucy. | £9.50 |
| Ramen Beef Noodles 🍜🥩 Saucy. | £9.50 |
| Ramen King Prawn Noodles 🍜🍤 Saucy. | £9.50 |
| Ramen Vegetable Noodles 🍜🥦 Saucy. | £8.50 |
| House Special Ramen 🍜 Saucy. | £10.00 |
Udon
Truly satisfying, chewy and made in the most traditional manner our Udon is simply the best you can get.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Chicken Udon 🍜🍗 | £8.50 |
| Beef Udon 🍜🥩 | £9.00 |
| King Prawn Udon 🍜🍤 | £9.50 |
| Vegetable Udon 🍜🥦 | £8.00 |
| House Special Udon 🍜 | £10.00 |
Vegetables Dishes
Crunchy and crispy, loaded in the most flavourful sauces our Vegetable Dishes are truly a match made in foodie heaven.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Broccoli in Oyster Sauce 🥦 | £7.00 |
| Stir Fried Mixed Vegetables 🥦 | £7.00 |
| Stir Fried Mixed Vegetables in Black Bean Sauce 🌶️🥦 | £7.00 |
| Sweet and Sour Mixed Vegetables 🥦 | £7.00 |
| Stir Fried Beansprout 🥦 | £7.00 |
| Braised Broccoli with Tofu and Ginger 🥦 | £8.50 |
| Stir Fried Mushrooms 🥦 | £8.50 |
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Foo Yung
Chinese omelettes prepared in the Cantonese manner with a fluffy, browned crust and are filled with eggs, chopped vegetables (onions, bean sprouts), and meats.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Chicken Foo Yung 🍳🍗 | £6.50 |
| Beef Foo Yung 🍳🥩 | £6.50 |
| King Prawn Foo Yung 🍳🍤 | £7.00 |
| Mushroom Foo Yung 🍳🍄 | £6.50 |
| Special Foo Yung 🍳 Beef, chicken and shrimp. | £6.50 |
Curry Dishes
Steaming hot, brimming with absolute flavour straight from the east our Curry Dishes are the perfect way to savour the best meal.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Curries 🍛 Traditional style curries (variety of options available). | From £6.50 |
Pad Thai
Rice noodles, eggs, tofu, and usually prawns or chicken are combined in a savoury, sour and sweet sauce to make this well-known Thai stir-fried noodle dish.
| Name & Details | Price |
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Pad Thai 🍜🥜 Wok-fried Thai noodles with egg, carrot, spring onion, bean sprouts in Thai sauce, topped with crushed peanuts. | From £8.50 |
Thai Menu Soup
Thai Menu Soup range from rich, coconut-milk-based, creamy soups (like Tom Kha), which frequently include chicken, shellfish, and mushrooms, to light, fragrant broths filled with herbs (like Tom Yum).
| Name & Details | Price |
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Tom Yum King Prawn Soup 🌶️🍤 The most popular hot and sour prawn soup with mushrooms, lemongrass, lime and chili. | £6.00 |
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Tom Yum Chicken Soup 🌶️🍗 The most popular hot and sour chicken soup with mushrooms, lemongrass, lime and chili. | £5.50 |
Curries
Steaming hot, brimming with absolute flavour straight from the east our Curry Dishes are the perfect way to savour the best meal.
| Name & Details | Price |
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Thai Green Curry 🍛🥥 With bamboo shoots and coconut milk, chili, sweet Thai basil. | From £8.00 |
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Thai Red Curry 🌶️🍛 Classic Thai curry with a spicy kick. | From £8.00 |
Set Meals
Steaming hot, brimming with absolute flavour straight from the east our Curry Dishes are the perfect way to savour the best meal only with the Set Meals.
| Name & Details | Price |
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Thai Green Curry 🍛🥥 With bamboo shoots and coconut milk, chili, sweet Thai basil. | From £8.00 |
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Thai Red Curry 🌶️🍛 Classic Thai curry with a spicy kick. | From £8.00 |
Rice
Add the perfect touch of our most freshly cooked Rice to make your meals extra wholesome and fulfilling.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Steamed Rice 🍚 | £3.50 |
| Singapore Fried Rice 🍚 Chicken, beef, shrimp, carrots, green peas, red chili. | £8.00 |
| Egg Fried Rice 🍚🥚 | £6.00 |
| Special Fried Rice 🍚 Chicken, shrimp, beef, egg, peas & soya sauce. | £8.50 |
| Shredded Chicken Fried Rice 🍚🍗 | £8.00 |
| Beef Fried Rice 🍚🥩 | £8.20 |
| King Prawn Fried Rice 🍚🍤 | £9.00 |
| Shredded Duck Fried Rice 🍚🦆 | £9.00 |
| Shrimp Fried Rice 🍚🍤 | £8.50 |
| Mix Veg Fried Rice 🍚🥦 | £7.50 |
| Mushroom Fried Rice 🍚🍄 | £7.00 |
| Malaysian Chicken Fried Rice 🍚🍗 | £9.00 |
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Dessert
Let the sweet tooth take over and make the most of your cravings with our creamy yet light Dessert section.
| Name & Details | Price |
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Banana Fritter in Syrup 🍌🍯 Served in portion, syrup is plain sugary syrup. | £6.50 |
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Pineapple Fritter in Syrup 🍍🍯 Served in portion, syrup is plain sugary syrup. | £6.50 |
| Lotus Biscoff Cheesecake 🍰 | £6.50 |
| Chocolate Fudge Brownie 🍫 | £3.99 |
| Churros (Nutella) 🥖🍫 | £4.99 |
Extras
The premium way to elevate your meals is to add in the most classic of all Extras.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Curry Sauce 🍛 | £1.00 |
| Sweet and Sour Sauce 🍯 | £1.00 |
| Hoi Sin Sauce | £1.50 |
| Cucumber and Spring Onion 🥒🧅 | £1.50 |
| Sweet Chilli Sauce 🌶️ | £1.50 |
| Chili Oil 🌶️ Homemade. | £1.50 |
| Black Bean Sauce | £1.50 |
| BBQ Sauce | £1.50 |
| Satay Sauce 🥜 Homemade. | £1.50 |
| Prawn Crackers 🍤 | £1.50 |
| Chips 🍟 Steak cut. | £3.50 |
| Curry and Chips 🍛🍟 | £4.50 |
| Curry Chip Roll 🌯🍛 | £4.00 |
| Mushroom Omelette and Chips 🍄🍳🍟 | £8.50 |
| Chicken Omelette and Chips 🍗🍳🍟 | £8.50 |
| Special Omelette and Chips 🍳🍟 Mixed fillings. | £9.00 |
Drinks
Let the most classic and the most freshing drinks of all accompany you to your perfect spicy meals.
| Name & Details | Price |
|---|---|
| Lime & Mint Mojito 250ml 🥤 | £2.50 |
| Green Apple Flavoured 250ml 🍏 | £1.50 |
| Black Mulberry & Grape Flavoured 250ml 🍇 | £1.50 |
| Lemon Flavoured 250ml 🍋 | £2.50 |
| Mango Flavoured 250ml 🥭 | £2.50 |
| Barr Cola 330ml 🥤 Sparkling cola flavour soft drink with sugar and sweetener. | £1.50 |
| Tango Orange 330ml 🍊 | £1.50 |
| Rubicon Sparkling Mango 330ml 🥭 Sparkling mango juice soft drink with sugar and sweetener. | £1.50 |
| Still Water 500ml 💧 | £1.20 |
| Ribena (Strawberry) 250ml 🍓 | £1.50 |
| Ribena (Blackcurrant) 250ml 🍇 | £1.50 |
Popular Items at Dragon Chef
Dragon Chef is a classic UK Chinese takeaway restaurant, offering a wide menu of soups, chow mein, ramen, rice dishes, curries, and salt & pepper-style sides. The menu is designed around familiar British-Chinese favourites with bold flavours and generous portions. (menuspot.uk)
- The Sweet and Sour Chicken (Hong Kong Style) is widely chosen because it delivers a balanced sweet, tangy flavour that suits most tastes
- The Chicken Chow Mein is popular for its simple, filling noodle base that works as a full meal
- The Crispy Shredded Beef with Chilli and Carrot is often picked for a crunchy texture with a sweet-spicy kick
- The Ramen Chicken Noodles are commonly selected for a more modern, saucy noodle option
- The Chicken in Black Bean Sauce is frequently ordered for a rich, savoury and slightly smoky flavour (menuspot.uk)
Budget-Friendly Choices at Dragon Chef
Dragon Chef offers strong value through rice dishes, chow mein, and basic curry meals that are both filling and affordable.
| Option Type | What to Expect | Smart Choice Example |
|---|---|---|
| Value meals | Rice + curry combinations | Chicken Curry + Egg Fried Rice |
| Light meals | Small starters or soups | Chicken and Noodle Soup |
| Saver deals | Plain noodles or simple mains | Plain Chow Mein |
| Everyday picks | Standard chicken or beef dishes | Chicken Chow Mein |
- Choosing Chicken Chow Mein is usually one of the most affordable full meal options
- Plain chow mein or egg fried rice helps keep costs low while still being filling
- Soups like chicken noodle soup are a lighter and cheaper starter option (menuspot.uk)
What to Order at Dragon Chef Based on Your Needs
The menu is very broad, so the best choice depends on whether you want something light, spicy, or filling.
- For solo meals: Chicken Chow Mein provides a balanced and filling portion
- For spice lovers: Szechuan Beef or Chicken in Garlic Chilli Sauce is commonly chosen for heat
- For comfort food: Sweet and Sour Chicken Hong Kong Style is the most popular classic option
- For budget-conscious users: Plain noodles or rice with curry help control spending
- For quick meals: Soups and chow mein are easiest to eat and serve
- If you prefer mild flavours, sweet and sour or mushroom-based dishes are easier options
- If you want stronger flavour, black bean and Szechuan dishes are better suited
What to Know Before Ordering from Dragon Chef
Before ordering, it helps to understand how Chinese takeaway menus like this are structured.
- Most dishes are cooked fresh with adjustable spice levels
- Rice and noodles are usually the base for larger meals
- Soup options are lighter and often used as starters
- Portion sizes are typically large and suitable for sharing
- Some dishes may vary slightly in spice depending on preparation (menuspot.uk)
Is Dragon Chef Halal, Vegan, or Vegetarian Friendly?
Dragon Chef includes a mix of meat and vegetarian dishes, but suitability depends on preparation.
| Category | Availability |
|---|---|
| Halal | Yes (as stated in menu FAQs, but confirm locally) |
| Vegetarian | Good range including vegetable chow mein and stir-fried veg |
| Vegan | Limited but possible with vegetable-based dishes |
Vegetarian options like Vegetable Chow Mein, Stir Fried Mixed Vegetables, and Mushroom Fried Rice are widely available, while vegan suitability depends on sauces and oils used.
Alternatives to Dragon Chef
If you’re looking for similar UK Chinese takeaway options, these are popular alternatives:
- Golden Dragon is commonly chosen for traditional British-Chinese takeaway dishes
- China Town Express is often preferred for quick noodle and rice meals
- Wok & Go is suitable for more modern, fast stir-fry style Chinese food
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
General FAQ’s
1. What type of cuisine does Dragon Chef serve?
Dragon Chef specializes in authentic Chinese and Asian fusion dishes, including noodles, rice, curries, soups, seafood, and traditional desserts.
2. Do you offer vegetarian options?
Yes, we have a wide variety of vegetarian dishes such as stir-fried vegetables, mushroom fried rice, vegetable chow mein, and tofu specialties.
3. Can I customize my dish?
Absolutely. You can request adjustments such as removing certain ingredients, adjusting spice levels, or choosing alternative sauces.
4. Are your dishes spicy?
We offer both mild and spicy dishes. Items marked with 🌶️ are spicy, but we can adjust the spice level according to your preference.
5. Do you serve halal meat?
Yes, Dragon Chef uses halal-certified meat in our dishes to cater to all our customers’ needs.
6. Do you offer delivery and takeaway?
Yes, we provide both takeaway and delivery services. Delivery charges may apply depending on your location.
7. Do you cater for large groups or events?
Yes, Dragon Chef offers catering options for parties, family gatherings, and corporate events. Please contact us in advance to arrange.
8. What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, debit/credit cards, and popular digital payment options.
9. Do you have gluten-free options?
Some dishes can be made gluten-free upon request, such as rice-based meals. Please ask our staff before ordering.
10. What are your opening hours?
Dragon Chef is open daily, typically from lunchtime until late evening. Please check our updated hours online or by phone.
Pricing FAQ’s
1. Why do prices vary between dishes?
Prices depend on the ingredients used, portion sizes, and whether the dish contains premium items like king prawns, duck, or lamb.
2. Do you charge extra for toppings or add-ons?
Yes, extras such as additional meat, prawns, or special sauces may have a small additional charge.
3. Are combo meals or set menus cheaper than ordering individually?
Yes, our set menus and meal deals are designed to offer better value compared to ordering items separately.
4. Do you charge for delivery?
Delivery charges may apply depending on your location and order amount. Minimum spend may also be required.
5. Are prices the same for dine-in and takeaway?
In most cases, yes. However, promotional offers or deals may differ between dine-in, takeaway, and delivery.
6. Why are seafood dishes more expensive?
Seafood such as king prawns, squid, and mussels are premium ingredients and cost more to source fresh, which is reflected in the menu price.
7. Do you have special lunch or weekday offers?
Yes, Dragon Chef often provides discounted lunch specials and weekday deals. Please check our promotions.
8. Are children’s meals available at a lower price?
Yes, we have smaller portion meals or kids’ boxes available at a reduced price.
9. Can I request a half-portion at a lower cost?
In some cases, yes. Please ask our staff if a dish can be made in a smaller portion for a reduced price.
10. Do your prices include VAT?
Yes, all prices listed on our menu include VAT, so there are no hidden charges.
