Dragon Gate
Marienne Perry · 187 Google reviewsDragon Gate — dependable chinese in Devon Avenue. The kind of spot that earns loyalty, not hype. Owner on site, cash only. Christopher Thai: "The Kung pao chicken and combination fried rice is the default for me, and the fried chicken is extra crispy"
What 235 diners keep saying
What 235 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Wow truly a hidden Gem! 🤩 A must try for Chinese lovers!! My boyfriend got me dinner from here~ he grew up in the area & we are in our 30s so that shows how long they’ve been around! I got the sweet & sour chicken which is amazing! I LOVE that the fried chicken pieces are separate from the sauce~ the chicken stays crispy!! Very tasty! The employee was also very sweet! Definitely take out only vibes. Cash only as well! We’ll be back for sure! Thank you🔥”
“Just moved to the area and love this place! Cash only so be prepared!”
“Take out place. One table there. Sweet n sour pork, look like fried in old oil. Fried rice, nice flavor, could use a little dark soy flavor. But.. carrots? Peas, um not usual. Where’s the egg and bean sprouts? Catering to neighborhood, perhaps… might go back for the rice but order without carrots.”
“HARD PASS. Egg roll had wonton wrapper, not terrible. Mongolian beef tastes like hospital food. Huge slabs of not BBQ pork in the fried rice - no egg? no sprouts? But carrot and peas? First Chinese food in a long time that doesn't seem to know how to "velvet" beef.. Hot and sour soup looks like nasty tofu gravy.”
“Li was very nice & social the food came up quick. The best Chinese restaurant in the neighborhood and has been a staple of a long time. I'll go again.”
“This place is awesome. They have a great lunch special, and their egg rolls rock (most places are just okay). They are cash only, and don't deliver, but don't let that put you off.”
“I stopped by this place just to grab a quick bite while I was waiting around, and I’m really glad I did 😄🍜 Honestly, I wish I had a spot like this closer to where I live! It has that classic “hole in the wall” vibe, but the food is surprisingly good-definitely one of the better American Chinese spots I’ve tried in the city 👍✨ When I visited, it seemed like it was being run by just one woman, and she handled everything so well 🙌 She was incredibly kind and welcoming, which made the experience even better 💛 On top of that, the dish I had was really tasty and hit the spot perfectly 🤤🔥 Simple, comforting, and full of flavor. I’d definitely come back again!”
“Excellent food Lee is a wonderful woman and her husband is working hard cooking in the back.”
“Una buena experiencia en comida china 🇨🇳 ya que veniamos de un mal sabor de otro chinese restaurant que perdio el sazon pero al probar por primera vez en "Dragon gate" nos dejo un buen sabor de boca lo recomendamos 100% excelente..!!!!!!☺️😊”
“food is fantastic! The eggrolls taste homemade and are waay better than any place I've been to.Combination fried rice is excellen and $5 lunch specials are fantastic.I'd recommend to anyone.”
“Going there for years and the best Chinese food in the neighborhood 😋👌🙌.”
“Best Chinese quick eatery in Rogers Park!!!! All of the food is so fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully prepared. Our go to items are chicken broccoli and chicken chop suey. Service is also friendly and efficient, which makes the experience even better. Love supporting a local family owned business and will absolutely keep coming back. Cash only. Highly recommend!!!”
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