Royal Dragon is a good Kosher Chinese/American Cuisine Restaurant in the Rockville, Maryland area. It has stood the test the time has it has remain virtually unchanged for many decades. I can not say to how authentic the food is, but the food is good and kosher. They have both Chinese and American dishes. They have a nice selection to choice from on their menu, ranging from classical dishes to house specialties. Royal Dragon is a nice place to met your family and/or friends and enjoy one's company, and listen to Jewish music being played over the background.
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Steve R R.
Why is it Kosher has to almost always mean "terrible" or "tasteless"? Ordered Kung Pao Chicken from them. Not spicy as it should be, had watercrest in it(which is not even in ameriicanized kung pao) and had a weird taste to it. almost tasted musty, like a kitchen that hasnt been cleaned since the 60's. WAY overpriced too. $18 for Kung Pao? give me a break! even for kosher. Bassicly, if you want good chinese, make it yourself, or consider buying unkosher
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Simone B.
I took friends to this place because it was late and we did not feel like looking for another restaurant. Our only other choice was eating a six course meal with our fingers at the Indian place next door. The food was not good, though my friends said it was. I think they did not want to make me feel bad. The place was not clean. The carpet looked like it has not been cleaned for a while. With the word "Royal" in the name, I would have higher expectations of cleanliness. I would not go in there again.
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Sappho M.
Food tastes really really bad except for the sesame chicken, which is palatable. Service is very slow.
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Valarie G.
Older decor but decent food for a Kosher place. Nice staff
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Marc B.
We dined there with Kosher observant friends. On the same evening, this establishment was donating a percentage of receipts to Hadassah and I commend this restaurant for its philanthropy. However, the food was awful.....the prices were high and the portions were small. I do give some leeway due to kashrut (kosher), but with that caveat, this restaurant rates a 1 star. We are regular customers at Joe's Noodle House and I have compared Royal Dragon to Joe's Noodle House in this evaluation. Given the fact that Kosher establishments have a "captive audience", there is little reason for trying appeal to the broader community.
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E U.
Love supporting Kosher restaurants for friends and family that keep Kosher. With that said, this is the WORST CHINESE RESTAURANT ever. Food is terrible. Service is worse. I will never eat at this place again. Enough said.
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Jed S.
First off, for those who don't already know, this is a kosher Chinese restaurant. (Figured I should throw that out there!) The service was a bit on the slow side, but the restaurant has a very nice ambiance, white tableclothes and all. The food was good, but not spectacular. It was nice being able to start off with an eggroll and a cup of matzah ball soup, but unless you keep kosher or are dining with someone who keeps kosher, there's no real reason to make this your destination. It's certainly serviceable, and some things were good, but on the whole, it seemed merely decent, and there are plenty of Chinese restaurants in the area that surpass it.
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Emanuel C.
I would not eat here again. The food made me physically ill. The meat they served tasted as if it had been sitting out a long time. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone. Just because something is kosher doesn't mean its going to be any better to comparable non-kosher establishments.
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Dmitri S.
It was OK. The noodles and service were good. Went after the movies on Christmas Day. But was overpriced, not to mention that it was a weird fusion of Chinese and Jewish-American dishes. Strange not being able to eat shrimp or anything in a Chinese restaraunt. Probably won't go back just because we have a better, non-kosher and less expensive restaraunt for Chinese closer to my house.
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Jackie N.
Food is good. Decor is old and shabby. Service is okay. I think the food is very reasonably priced especially for kosher food. I wish they would spruce the place up but the food is good and the service is usually fine.
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Specialities
Takes Reservations : Yes Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Quiet Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes
The popularity of Chinese food in America can be adjudicated by the appearance of China Town in many major cities in the United State of America. The popular trend of ordering or opting for Chinese take away food isn't unknown in America. Chinese take away food comes to rescue when you're too tired from work or too exhausted to cook. No one can resist the temptation of eating spicy noodles, shrimp, chicken, beef or pork cooked in the sweet and spicy sauce. The cooking method of authentic Chinese food is a lot different compared to what is served in America.
Generally, Chinese use dark meat small bones and organs to cook dishes but this changes when you are eating American-Chinese fusion food prepared using white boneless meat cooked with broccoli, carrots and onions. Back in China, the food is less spicy and oily as they favor steaming and braising method for cooking the most popular dishes. So, if you have a taste for authentic Chinese food, then try finding a real Chinese restaurant in the city. You can also try the most popular fusion Chinese food like Pecking Duck, Chicken Feet, Hot Pot, Shrimp Dumpling Soup, Mapo Tofu, Wontons, Chop Suey, Egg Rolls and not to forget Fortune Cookies.
There are not many restaurants in America serving authentic Chinese food. A little research on Restaurant Listings directory can help you locate the best Chinese restaurants in the city. Chinese cuisine is continuously evolving, and you can find a variety of dishes categorized as the food for lactose intolerant, gluten intolerant, vegan, vegetarian, and diabetic friendly. So, if you have a group of friends with different taste patterns, save the hassle and visit the nearest Chinese restaurant in your city.
Shaule S.
Royal Dragon is a good Kosher Chinese/American Cuisine Restaurant in the Rockville, Maryland area. It has stood the test the time has it has remain virtually unchanged for many decades. I can not say to how authentic the food is, but the food is good and kosher. They have both Chinese and American dishes. They have a nice selection to choice from on their menu, ranging from classical dishes to house specialties. Royal Dragon is a nice place to met your family and/or friends and enjoy one's company, and listen to Jewish music being played over the background.
(4)Steve R R.
Why is it Kosher has to almost always mean "terrible" or "tasteless"? Ordered Kung Pao Chicken from them. Not spicy as it should be, had watercrest in it(which is not even in ameriicanized kung pao) and had a weird taste to it. almost tasted musty, like a kitchen that hasnt been cleaned since the 60's. WAY overpriced too. $18 for Kung Pao? give me a break! even for kosher. Bassicly, if you want good chinese, make it yourself, or consider buying unkosher
(1)Simone B.
I took friends to this place because it was late and we did not feel like looking for another restaurant. Our only other choice was eating a six course meal with our fingers at the Indian place next door. The food was not good, though my friends said it was. I think they did not want to make me feel bad. The place was not clean. The carpet looked like it has not been cleaned for a while. With the word "Royal" in the name, I would have higher expectations of cleanliness. I would not go in there again.
(1)Sappho M.
Food tastes really really bad except for the sesame chicken, which is palatable. Service is very slow.
(1)Valarie G.
Older decor but decent food for a Kosher place. Nice staff
(3)Marc B.
We dined there with Kosher observant friends. On the same evening, this establishment was donating a percentage of receipts to Hadassah and I commend this restaurant for its philanthropy. However, the food was awful.....the prices were high and the portions were small. I do give some leeway due to kashrut (kosher), but with that caveat, this restaurant rates a 1 star. We are regular customers at Joe's Noodle House and I have compared Royal Dragon to Joe's Noodle House in this evaluation. Given the fact that Kosher establishments have a "captive audience", there is little reason for trying appeal to the broader community.
(1)E U.
Love supporting Kosher restaurants for friends and family that keep Kosher. With that said, this is the WORST CHINESE RESTAURANT ever. Food is terrible. Service is worse. I will never eat at this place again. Enough said.
(1)Jed S.
First off, for those who don't already know, this is a kosher Chinese restaurant. (Figured I should throw that out there!) The service was a bit on the slow side, but the restaurant has a very nice ambiance, white tableclothes and all. The food was good, but not spectacular. It was nice being able to start off with an eggroll and a cup of matzah ball soup, but unless you keep kosher or are dining with someone who keeps kosher, there's no real reason to make this your destination. It's certainly serviceable, and some things were good, but on the whole, it seemed merely decent, and there are plenty of Chinese restaurants in the area that surpass it.
(3)Emanuel C.
I would not eat here again. The food made me physically ill. The meat they served tasted as if it had been sitting out a long time. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone. Just because something is kosher doesn't mean its going to be any better to comparable non-kosher establishments.
(1)Dmitri S.
It was OK. The noodles and service were good. Went after the movies on Christmas Day. But was overpriced, not to mention that it was a weird fusion of Chinese and Jewish-American dishes. Strange not being able to eat shrimp or anything in a Chinese restaraunt. Probably won't go back just because we have a better, non-kosher and less expensive restaraunt for Chinese closer to my house.
(3)Jackie N.
Food is good. Decor is old and shabby. Service is okay. I think the food is very reasonably priced especially for kosher food. I wish they would spruce the place up but the food is good and the service is usually fine.
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