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Dragon City
Master Critic Review
Dragon City
8.0
Vibes:
Business Lunch Power Players
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Downtown Pleasanton's conveniently located Chinese restaurant offers extensive Hunan and Mandarin menu with creative fusion touches like mango jalapeño dishes. Known for accommodating spice preferences and generous lunch specials with soup, egg roll, and entrée under $11.
Must-Try Dishes:
General Tso's Chicken, Crab Meat Rangoon, Portobello Mushroom Prawns
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 7.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: Customizable spice levels with ghost pepper sauce available on request
Who should go: Downtown workers seeking quick lunch
When to visit: Weekday lunch for best value specials
What to order: Lunch special, crab rangoon, spicy wings
Insider tip: Ask for the lunch special even at 2:55pm - they'll honor it
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Tiny rear lot (8 spots) fills quickly, metered street parking on Main Street ($1/hour until 6pm)
Dress code: Very casual - downtown workers in business attire mix with families in jeans and t-shirts
Noise level: Moderate - typical busy Chinese restaurant buzz, conversation-friendly except peak lunch rush
Weekend wait: 10-15 min Friday/Saturday nights, usually immediate seating Sunday
Weekday lunch: 5-10 min during 12-1pm rush, immediate otherwise
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - full vegetable section plus tofu substitutions available for most dishes
Vegan options: Limited - veggie spring rolls and steamed vegetables, but most sauces contain oyster or fish sauce
Gluten-free options: Limited - no dedicated prep but staff knowledgeable about modifications, bring your own soy sauce
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Works for casual lunch dates but not ideal for romantic dinners - bright lighting and quick turnover vibe. Try Andy & Yu's for date night instead.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes - they take reservations but walk-ins usually seated quickly except weekday lunch rush. Call ahead for groups over 6.
Is it kid-friendly? Very - high chairs available, kids love the crab rangoon, and staff brings crackers while you wait. Orange chicken and sweet & sour are kid pleasers.
Best For
Better for: Best lunch deal downtown with soup, egg roll and entrée combo - faster service than Andy & Yu's and more fusion options than traditional spots
Skip if: You want authentic regional Chinese or upscale ambiance - try Hunan Chef for traditional or Andy & Yu's for special occasions
Hours
Monday11am - 9pm
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday11am - 9pm
Thursday11am - 9pm
Friday11am - 9pm
Saturday11am - 9pm
Sunday11am - 9pm