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Welcome to Dragon Terrace

Dragon Terrace, a longstanding Chinese restaurant in Hercules, offers a diverse menu with options for pescatarians and vegans alike. Their seafood clay pot and house special noodles are customer favorites. The establishment, with convenient amenities like wheelchair accessibility and online payment options, has received glowing reviews for its fast service and generous portions. Despite missing live seafood options, the flavorful dishes like the crispy walnut prawns and savory clay pots keep diners coming back. With a loyal following and a history dating back over 30 years, Dragon Terrace remains a go-to spot for delicious Chinese cuisine.

Dragon Terrace: Reviews & Ratings

michelle w.
michelle w.

Me and my boyfriend tried this place yesterday and it was so so so yummy and so fast! Will definitely be returning sooner than later!

Analyst C.
Analyst C.

This our is my favorite restaurant in Hercules for Chinese food. I like their seafood soup; walnut prawns. Sesame balls for dessert. Their service is fast.

Karen G.
Karen G.

Our togo Chinese food place in Hercules. Reasonable prices and good taste. Stir fried beef flat noodle, braised tofu and sweet and sour pork -- our family's favorites.

Robert C.
Robert C.

I really never order meal specials at Chinese restaurants but tonight was an exception. For $17.95 per person with a minimum of two people ordering you got all that was presented in the attached pic. Refer to the attached menu for all the dishes received. This has to be hands down the best value around. Not only was I full but had plenty to take back home to enjoy. I don't know how a restaurant can be so generous with the quantities served and make money. This is my go to place in this geographical area. The ambiance was fine. Business happened to be on the slow side tonight.

Dexter D.
Dexter D.

It's the Lunar New Year and Chinese families always try to gather and share a meal. The craziness of overbooked restaurants and overwhelmed staff taught us many years ago that it was much more relaxing to celebrate a week ahead of time and avoid the crowds. Whenever we can, we'll get together the week before. I wanted some place somewhat out of the way, with good food and easy parking. I had seen Dragon Terrace years before and had filed them in the back of my mind. When asked to choose a restaurant this year, I checked with Yelp and saw that they had been able to maintain a decent score. The menu looked okay with the exception of not offering live crab or lobster. At least they had live fish. Serving a whole fish at the table represents the end of the old year and the beginning of the new year. Chinese people have a lot of superstitions and traditions. We arrived just past 5pm. The restaurant was already busy with guests. We were lucky to get one of the two remaining large tables for our group of six. The first thing I asked was what kind of live fish they had, and of course, they didn't have any. That wasn't the best start, but we'd get over it. Seafood Won Ton Soup (Large) - 4 - It was indeed a large bowl of soup with an assortment of seafood and plenty of wonton to go around. Peking Roast Duck - 3 - The duck was fine, but it was not a true Peking Duck. The skin wasn't super crispy, and the meat had not been sliced off of the bone at the table. The serving style was more reminiscent of Roast Duck served with buns. Not terrible, just not what we were looking for. Fried Pork Stuffed Eggplant - 4 - Fresh, firm and flavorful. House Special Pan-Fried Noodles - 5 - Crispy noodles loaded with proteins, veg and gravy. Yum! Salted Fish Steamed Pork Pattie - 4 - Almost as good as grandma used to make. My dad took a large portion, so that's a good thing. The only thing missing was water chestnuts and chopped dried shiitake mushrooms. Rock Cod and Bean Curd Clay Pot - 5 - Possibly my favorite dish of the night. What can I say? I was looking forward to some fish. Glazed Walnut Prawns - 4 - Nice fat bouncy prawns, crispy sweet with walnuts. Beef with Green Beans - 4 - We actually tried to order Beef with Asparagus but unfortunately, they didn't have any. The greens beans were good. All in all, a pretty good meal. We would certainly return for future meals. The convenience of the parking lot combined with the variety of the menu makes it a winner. The lack of live fish, while disappointing, is becoming more common post-COVID. It's a shame that they didn't have live crab since we're right in the middle of crab season right now. Service was very good and accommodating.

Ernie B.
Ernie B.

This place been here for over 30 years. The original restaurant was in Oakland's Chinatown back in the 80's&90's under the same name. They opened a 2nd location here in Hercules in the late 80's as the town was starting to grow and the need for food establishments became necessary. Eventually they closed their Oakland location down and concentrated on this establishment. There are always patrons inside eating. Especially during the lunch hours. Can't go wrong with the lunch specials. Definitely nice to have a Chinese take out close to the crib and extra nice that it's hella good.

Arren C.
Arren C.

Food was good! Wanted to try some Roasted Duck Noodle that was closer to home and it did not disappoint. For the Roasted Duck Over Rice, the sauce was a bit salty and was under the rice but good nonetheless, it matched the meal. For the soup, they didn't have duck sauce but it was still delicious. As for the Honey Walnut Shrimp, it always does justice. So so good! The customer service wasn't horrible but wasn't the best. They forgot to give us water while already giving our dishes out. Had to constantly wave them down for water refills and more napkins. The workers were very friendly! Just needed to be more attentive.

Eilove S.
Eilove S.

We got here at about 12.30 pm on Wednesday. Plenty of parking on the complex. There are other restaurants around but this was probably the most crowded on a Wednesday afternoon. We were greeted and seated as soon as we entered. The waiter who attended us was knowledgeable and polite. He walked us through their most famous items and we ended up ordering Mongolian beef and Kung pao shrimp as suggested. Mongolian beef was spicy and hit the right spots as always. Plenty of meat pieces in it. Kung pao shrimp had about 8/9 shrimps and delicious as well. Would definitely come back again. The place was crowded and ambiance was nice. If you are around do stop by they are quick and the food was reasonably priced.

Cyn T.
Cyn T.

We dined in tonight. I usually get food to go. See photos for what we ordered. Their service is always good and quick and the food was delicious tonight. However, the egg rolls were a bit gooey inside. I didn't like that. The funny part at the end was the fortune cookies. The guy gave us a few of the cookies. I opened them and tasted them. They were stale. I asked him to bring a few more. They were stale as well. I decided to leave them alone. Lol I'll always come back for the food.

Location

  • Dragon Terrace
    1581 Sycamore Ave Ste 1 Hercules, CA 94547 Hotline: (510) 799-3838

When it comes to authentic Chinese cuisine with a modern twist, Dragon Terrace in Hercules, California is the place to be. Offering a wide range of menu options, Dragon Terrace is perfect for a casual lunch or a gathering with friends and family.

  • Location: 1581 Sycamore Ave Ste 1 Hercules, CA 94547
  • Contact: (510) 799-3838
  • Features: Dragon Terrace takes reservations, offers delivery and takeout, and has various options for different dietary preferences such as pescatarian, vegan, and vegetarian. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, accepts various payment methods including cryptocurrency, and has amenities like outdoor seating, TV, Wi-Fi, and gender-neutral restrooms.

Customer reviews rave about the delicious dishes at Dragon Terrace. From the Crab Puff with Cream Cheese to the House Special Noodle and Rock Cod and Bean Curd Clay Pot, each item on the menu is carefully crafted to tantalize your taste buds.

One highlight of Dragon Terrace is their House Special Pan-Fried Noodles, crispy noodles loaded with proteins, vegetables, and flavorful gravy. The Salted Fish Steamed Pork Pattie is another must-try dish, reminiscent of homemade comfort food.

While the restaurant may not offer live seafood options, the quality and taste of the dishes more than make up for it. The service is top-notch, making you feel welcomed and satisfied with each visit.

If you're in the Hercules area and craving authentic Chinese flavors, Dragon Terrace is a must-visit. Indulge in a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.