Reviews Crystal Dragon

Food is a bit pricey compared to other Chinese restaurants but they serve good quality food. The ambience is also conducive for meetings and family gatherings since they have a number of private rooms.

Petit fours - a beautiful way to end your amazing experience at Crystal Dragon!!! Chefs and service staff are excellent specially Christine. Keep it up!

I've been craving for Chinese food. We came across this resto and decided to try it. And I'm glad we did! Two thumbs up for their peking duck. Price is a bit steep, but this is authentic Chinese food at it's finest.

Amazing staff and amazing food. Our dining experience was sublime. The staff was very attentive. The chef was able to transform our favorite dishes to a whole new gustatory level. My family will definitely be coming back.

Place is fancy. I love the ambience. Good for intimate dining. Great service. Great food, but serving size is small. That was the only disappointment.

Crystal Dragon is one of the signature restaurant hiding in the gigantic and luxurious walls of City of Dreams Manila. This restaurant is very well known for its' Traditional Cantonese Cuisine. It was awarded as one of the Top 20 restaurants in the Philippines. Crystal Dragon promises to give their diners a premium Cantonese fine dining.

Hidden behind giant imperial doors like a slice of Shangri-La in the Crown Plaza Hotel at City Of Dreams is Crystal Dragon ,a Cantonese Fine Dining Restaurant. The interiors of the restaurant are filled with beautiful Imperial Chinese decor while the purple and gold color scheme exudes oriental allure without being too ostentatious.. We were lucky to dine in one of their luxe dining rooms which seats 15 with its own powder room (available only upon request so make sure to get here early). The walls are lined with golden brocade embroidered with peacocks and a huge fringe lantern chandelier hangs on the ceiling which amps up the luxurious feel. Me and my fellow Zomato Foodies were treated to an exclusive feast featuring their best selling dishes for lunch. Here’s the rundown

‣‣Braised Supreme Seafood Treasures Soup: The chef himself told us that this was his favorite dish. The soup was simple yet had complex nuances of sweet, savory, and a hint of sour. The thin slices of seafood and mushroom added a nice chewy texture to the thick,hot soup.

‣‣‣Cantonese Steamed Three Dimsum Combination: This is probably the most extravagantly presented hakaw i have seen yet. Three huge pieces of dumpling have been carefully colored to mimic fishes from the coral reefs. One in a zebra pattern was topped with a gold foil which was a nice touch. The dumplings themselves are marvelously decorated and the flavors of the different seafood used were kept pure so the delicate flavors of the sea stand out. I particularly liked the Steamed Abalone and Pork Siew Mai which had a nice mild flavored pork dumpling base while the slice of abalone added an intense fishy flavor which was a great contrast.

‣Crispy Golden Swan Dumpling with Salted Duck Egg Yolk: This one was another beaituflly prepared dish I’ve seen this presentation before but the attention to detail has never failed to impress me. This dish was sort of a cross between a pastry and dumpling however, i felt like the salted egg yolk was too overpowering for my liking.

‣‣Steamed Rice Roll with Crispy Seafood: This dish was a nice play between two distinct textures, the sheath of rice wrapping was soft and almost gelatinous while the crispy seafood was like a crispy dumpling. The flavors were mild and pleasant and you could eat it two ways by dipping in peanut sauce or soy based sauce.

‣‣‣Wok-Fried Turnip Cake with Seafood XO Sauce: Now we’re moving from dumpling dishes to stir fried dishes and this one was spectacular. Although it doesn't have the pzazz presentation wise compared to the rest, the generous servings and the appetizing mix of colors was already enough to make you hungry. The flavors we’re absolutely spot on and captured that familiar flavor that you could only get in Chinese restaurants. The turnip cake cubes were sweet and savory with a nice soft almost tofu like texture while it was cooking it in XO sauce added a nice garlicky-spice which went perfectly well together. I couldn’t stop myself from reaching for a bite one after the other.

‣‣Wok-Fried Egg Noodles: At first, I wasn’t quite excited upon seeing this dish because the serving was a little small but after finishing this dish i realized that size doesn’t matter if the flavors are spot on. The familiar flavors in stir fried noodles or Pancit as we normally have it are condensed, almost concentrated into a small plate of flavorful noodles, crisp veggies, and tender slices of pork. Its a little oily but its definitely worth indulging on.

‣‣‣Mango Sphere Coconut Mousse: They truly saved the best for last with this stunning dessert. The mousse was served in a crystal goblet which felt futuristic and experimental and so it was according to the chef who told us that this was his take on molecular gastronomy. Although it looked deceptively simple, there was a bright yellow mango sphere reminded me of an egg yolk, desiccated coconut, almond jelly and pale white chocolate cream actually contained a beige coconut cream which oozed from the inside and the. This dessert was also a nice play of textures between the cream, the crispy pinipig, the gelatinous jelly, and the fruity “yolk”. The coconut creme in particular was heavenly and i couldn’t get enough that i finished two servings. Although the preparation was quite complex, the dynamic textures and delicious yet familiar flavors (think of a deconstructed Maja Blanca) made this dish truly spectacular.

Overall, Crystal Dragon offers a truly luxurious dining experience fit for a luxurious destination like the Crown Towers at City of Dreams. This restaurant is perfect for families as well as dates and they offer a vast selection of splurge worthy authentic Cantonese dishes like dim sum, wok-fried dishes, and roasts. The service was also excellent and our hosts, including the Head Chef provided us with great and entertaining company. Such a delightful dining experience will definitely warrant a revisit in the near future!

I am so thrilled when I heard that we will have our lunch at Crystal Dragon in City of Dreams Manila. It's a Chinese restaurant that offers one of a kind premium dim sum and other remarkable Cantonese cuisine. The restaurant is located at the Upper Ground Floor of Crown Towers Manila, Aseana Boulevard, Entertainment City, Parañaque.

At first, I was fascinated with the elegant interior of the place... from the ceiling, walls, linen, curtains, chairs and tables. We were seated in one of the function rooms of the restaurant. Yes, you can have your own privacy if you want to dine separately.
We were served tea while waiting for our food.

THE FOOD

🐲Cantonese Steamed Three Dim Sum Combination

🐉Steamed Abalone and Pork "Siew Mai" - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5
🐉Steamed Crystal Prawn Dumpling - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5
🐉Steamed Crab Meat and Abalone in Squid Ink Dumpling - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5

"All the dim sum were superb! The details of each dim sum were truly a masterpiece. And there's a gold in my dim sum. Astonishingly, I'm gonna eat gold in my dim sum. And there's more, who doesn't want to taste an abalone? Gosh! This combination were impressive."

🐲Braised Supreme Sea Treasures and Spinach in Broth - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5
"This is The Chef's favorite. It was served in a single soup bowl."

🐲Steamed Rice Roll filled with Crispy Seafood - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5
"Best way to enjoy this dish is to dip the rice roll in the peanut sauce."

🐲Crispy Golden Swan Dumpling filled with Salted Duck Egg Yolk - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5
"The presentation was so cute. At first I was hesitant to eat these cute little swans. It's gorgeous. This is my favorite among the dishes we had, the filling inside the swan was so good. I really like it."

🐲Wok-fried Turnip Cake with Spicy XO Sauce - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5
"Grabe the flavor of this dish! Once you've tasted it, you'll want to have it more."

🐲Wok-fried Egg Noodle with Shredded Pork, Mushrooms and Chinese Cabbage - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5
"We were served a portion of it. I was thinking it was lite but it's not... sobrang nakakabusog!"

🐲Chilled Sweetened Mango Sphere Coconut Mousse - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5
"The dessert was presented and crafted well. Very instagrammable! And it taste like Pinoy delicacy... Maja Blanca."

The staff provided excellent service during our visit. They were attentive and alert at all times, especially when we're in need of assistance. Keep it up!

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I can guarantee that you will be hard pressed to find a more aesthetically pleasing serving of dimsum anywhere in the world. The CANTONESE STEAMED THREE DIMSUM COMBINATION served at Crystal Dragon is a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Clockwise from top: Steamed Crystal Prawn Dumpling, Steamed Abalone and Pork Siew Mai, Steamed Crab Meat and Abalone in Squid Ink Dumpling.

Yes, it's possible to fall in love with Chinese food even more.

Product: Crystal Dragon takes the term "Authentic Chinese food" into a whole new level and your taste buds have no idea what's about to hit them. Chinese food is my all time favorite cuisine but when I had what they served us, it was like Cupid kept shooting me with his arrow and it was a direct hit in every bite. Boy, not only do they ace the presentation, the taste will pass your expectations with flying colors. At times like this, I wish I had a bigger appetite.

We were served:
Cantonese Steamed Three Dimsum Combination (Steamed Abalone and Pork "Siew Mai", Steamed Crystal Prawn Dumpling, and Steamed Crab Meat and Abalone in Squid Ink Dumpling), which is hands down, the most attractive set of dumplings I have ever laid my eyes on. To tell you the truth, you don't need to dip any of them in sauce to enhance the flavors; they're already amazing the way they are but feel free to do what your heart wants you to do. Please make sure you order this once you pay them a visit. Unless you're allergic to seafood!

Braised Supreme Sea Treasures and Spinach in Broth, the soup had a bitter and savory combination that fits surprisingly well together, and the thick consistency of the soup makes it kind of heavy on the stomach.

Steamed Rice Roll filled with Crispy Seafood, a dish that's soft on the outside and crispy in the middle. You can choose either soy sauce or peanut sauce to combine it with. If you use the peanut sauce, the peanut flavor will stand out and if you're into that, then it's the sauce for you.

Crispy Golden Swan Dumpling filled with Salted Duck Egg Yolk, this work of art + delicious treat is just another reason for you to realize one visit isn't going to cut it because it will leave you wondering, what else in the menu is there to wow you? Make sure to eat it as soon as it it's served, I'm not sure if it will but you will regret it if you eat it soggy. The crispy texture of the swan oozes with an overwhelming scent as you bite into it. The salted egg yolk of a duck is apparently less saltier than the one's of a chicken, and I'm not even complaining.

Wok-fried Turnip Cake with Spicy XO Sauce, the mild spiciness that the dish contains is so satisfying, that the bite sized turnips are only enough to make your mouth crave for more, and if that's their goal, they have successfully achieved it.

Wok-fried Egg Noodles Shredded Pork, Mushrooms, and Chinese Cabbage, I was already so full when this arrived in front of me but I know I just had to try it because the rest that we had were so amazing that I know I'll regret it if I don't eat this. And I was right! I loved how it was just the right amount of sweet and salty, the noodles were very light so you can eat more than you think you're capable of. The pork was cut into small strips so if the dish is too sweet for you, include one in each bite to balance it out, although I highly doubt it will be.

There's always an extra room for dessert! We had Chilled Sweetened Mango Sphere Coconut Mouse, it looked so adorable; looking like a sunny side up egg, that I wish my photo did it justice (probably not). Once you slice into the "Mango Sphere" an ooze of white chocolate will come out. Did every ingredient in this dish blend well together? Yes, yes it did. The coconut flavor is there with every bite, but each spoonful has a different combination of flavors which leaves you wanting more once it's all gone.

Venue: as you enter the place, the hallway makes you feel like you're about to enter another realm. Just let it sink in for a while and cherish the moment as you walk along the short path. I mean, the big door is like an entrance to either an enchanting dungeon or an old, classic castle. Go and see it for yourself! Also, the servers were so delightful, I actually felt like I don't deserve the way they treated me for some reason. That's how you can tell that they were trained very well.

Trust me when I say they deserved that 5.0 rating. You will not regret visiting them.

SHUT UP!!... You had me at "Siew Mai"........

Hidden in the Crown Towers in the City of Dreams is an opulent Chinese restaurant that would remind you that there is more to dimsum than just your plain siomai. Crystal Dragon greets each guests with its massive doors that brings you to a time when emperors ruled the Forbidden City.

The interiors and the service truly makes you feel like an emperor, an empress or even a dowager and if you have a child with you, probably, link a story about Mulan too.

Start with Crystal Dragon's authentic Canton-style dimsum creations that will surely surprise you. We got to try the Steamed Abalone "Siew Mai", Steamed Crystal Prawn Dumplings and my favorite, the Steamed Crab and Abalone in Squid Ink Dumpling. It was amazing how this steamed trio looked in the bamboo steamer baskets. The abalone "Siew Mai" was elegant, adorned with abalone and green fish roe. The prawn dumpling looked like a goldfish with its orange stripes. The Crab and Abalone dumpling had black zebra-like stripes artfully done with squid ink. Don't stop there, also try the other dimsum creations with Truffles, Foie Gras and Ube Paste.

Follow this up with a Steamed Rice Roll filled with Crispy Seafood. The play of textures of the delicate rice roll and the crispy seafood  will blow you away.  Complement this dish with a soy-based sauce or a creamy peanut sauce.

Next is the Deep-fried Golden Swan dumplings with prawn and salted egg yolk. So cute that you'd hate to bite the swan. When ready, bite into it and enjoy the crispy feather-like batter and the filling of prawns going harmoniously well with the rich salted egg yolks.

If you like radish cake, you'll jump for joy with their Wok-Fried Turnip Cake with Spicy XO Sauce. The diced turnip cakes are addicting. I can't stop popping it in my mouth.

To balance the meal, we had the Braised Sea Treasures and Spinach in Superior Broth. This soup is just divine with its mixed seafood, spinach and mushrooms in a velvety soup.

Escape one's siomai purgatory... Eat some Dimsum heaven in Crystal Dragon.

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Went here for my husbands birthday and we ordered like ten thousand worth of food 😂 It was so good specially the scallops!!!!!!! It is authentic Chinese cuisine and cooking and the staff is superb

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#8/10/17
I soooo LOVE yourr gorgeous place and SUMPTOUS Food!!!!❤❤❤ My new fave!😊👍👍👍👍👍❤
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Authentic Chinese food. Everything about this place screams opulence. Loved the huge hanging chinese lanterns. The food is MSG free but still very tasty. A bit expensive but worth every penny.

Experience authentic premium Cantonese and regional Chinese cuisine in the modern day at Crystal Dragon, located at the Upper Ground Floor of Crown Towers. 

Call 800-8080 for lunch or dinner reservations.