NINE DRAGONS RESTAURANT
No drama at NINE DRAGONS RESTAURANT: an A grade, 94/100, 1 intermediate and 3 basic violations cited at its last visit on February 18, 2026.
On health score it's safer than 56% of Orange County restaurants we grade. Diners rate it 4.2 from 1,242 reviews. Cuisine: Chinese. Menus here flag options for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, and organic diners.
Get directions Call (407) 939-5277
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- A (94/100)
- Violations
- 4 total — 1 intermediate, 3 basic
- Address
- 1620 AVE OF THE STARS, Lake Buena Vista, FL
- Cuisine
- Chinese
- Categories
- Chinese restaurant
- Price
- $20–30
- Rating
- 4.2 stars (1242 reviews)
- Seats
- 263
- Phone
- (407) 939-5277
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
This listing's ratings cluster at the two ends of the scale. Where service comes up, the rating that follows averages 4.0, so it reads as a strength. Serving size is the next most common subject, in 31% of reviews (averaging 3.9).
Newer reviews score better than older ones (3.8 recent against 3.1 earlier), so direction is worth weighing alongside the average. If you had to pick one number to represent this corpus it would be 5, the most frequently given rating (16 reviews). How long an order takes shows up in 31% of reviews as well, averaging 4.9.
On the inspection side the picture is cleaner: DBPR graded this kitchen an A (94/100), with 1 intermediate and 3 basic violations. Whatever the reviews argue about, sanitation is not the weak point. DBPR last walked in on February 18, 2026. Ranked against Orange County, it is safer than 56% of the restaurants we score. The citations behind that grade include dishwashing facilities and food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized.
Neither signal is decisive on its own here, which is why both are shown. Read the originals below and judge the pattern yourself.
Our own analysis of 26 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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Absolutely amazing service and the food was wonderful. Beautiful setting as well. Very quick as a bonus. Our server was so kind and thought to ask about dietary restrictions before we ordered. Highly recommend!
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Yung kin Lo took amazing care of us, immaculate service. Highly recommend this location, amazing people and food. A/c is a blessing as well.
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Food was cold. Bad taste to the chow mein. Tea tasted like cough syrup. Shrimp had a bad fishy taste. (Not fresh) Rice was dry and noodles were rubbery. I don’t recommend this place. High price with small food portions.
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One of Epcot’s best sit down restaurants. The food quality is great and there’s almost never a wait.
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Great fast place to eat while drinking around the world! Not to filling and always a great environment.
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Was there for lunch. Amazing food, amazing cast member and spacious eating area. Highly recommend. Our cast member was Huichai. She was the best even with a 2 year old
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Nothing impressive feels very regular food court Chinese food, just don’t order the soup is sooo fishy, and I love seafood could not even smell it 😬 Service was great, very attentive
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Tbh , I’ve had better food with better flavor at Panda Express ….. way over priced and food was way overcooked …. Fried rice which is $5 extra had ZERO flavor. Out of my party of 5 none of us finished our food and barely touched it ….. not a single person said that would come back. I will say the server was very attentive and sweet , prob the only positive thing I have to say.
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I had a Great Time on my first visit in 2022, but this Time the food was cold and the place was empty. It had no ambiance. The menu is still good for a chinese restaurant with plenty of choices. I recommend the sesame chicken. I had good and bad expériences in this place Might try again in the future
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Can not say enough about the service and the food We were a group of 10 including kids, and the staff handled us with ease. Our cast member, Haicai, was exceptional. She handled the kids special requests with ease, and was extremely friendly with our entire group The food was very good.also Would recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting Epcot
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My husband and I ate here for late lunch early dinner today. Food was excellent as was service and cleanliness of the restaurant. Would definitely recommend.
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Quick, efficient service and massive portions. Perfect for a sit-down meal that doesn't eat up your entire afternoon. The Damage: ~$230 (Party of 3, including tip). Smoked Duck Bao Buns: The disputed champion of the table. If you only get one starter, make it this. Smoked Duck Fried Rice: Elevates the meal beyond "standard takeout" with deep, savory flavors. General Tso’s Dumplings: A great choice if you appreciate a subtle kick of heat. Honey Sesame Chicken: Sweet, crunchy, and exactly what you want it to be. Spicy Ma La Happy Family: A hefty, spicy medley of meats for those who want a bit of everything. Spring Rolls: Reliable, hot, and crispy. Crepe Cake & Cheesecake: Surprisingly light. A great way to end a heavy meal without feeling weighed down for your walk back to World Showcase.
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We had such a great experience at the Chinese pavilion in Epcot. The atmosphere instantly transports you — it feels calm, aesthetic, and very immersive, like a little escape from the park crowds. The food was surprisingly good for a theme park. The ribs were a favorite — flavorful, tender, and perfectly cooked. I had spicy chicken, which had just the right balance of heat and taste, not overwhelming but still satisfying. Everything felt fresh and well-prepared, and the portion sizes were decent. Also, the service was smooth and quick, which is always a plus after walking all day in the park. It’s definitely a spot worth stopping by if you want something savory and comforting during your Epcot day. And great service.
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Very underrated place in EPCOT! The atmosphere is nice, servers are polite (shoutout to Jiang!), and the teas are absolutely delicious. I got the raspberry iced tea and it’s by far the best iced tea I’ve had. I will say, the portion sizes are slightly small, but it’s the perfect amount food to keep you sustained, in my opinion. If you’re in EPCOT, you’re going to want to sample many foods, after all! In summary, this restaurant has a great atmosphere, service, and food. I would definitely go here again!
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While the food tasted superb, I cannot justify the price tag for such small portion sizes. Just expect to drop a lot of money and leave hungry.
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I loved this place so incredibly much, I was eating the Sichuan Shui Zhu Beef and it brought me to tears how delicious the food is, the blend of spice and flavor was impeccable and there is no where else I would have rather eat at. This place will forever be my number one restaurant, not just in Disney but in the whole east coast. The care that the staff have for your experience is unlike another, I wish absolutely nothing but the best for every staff member there. I’m so jealous that you get the opportunity to eat that’s Michelin star level of good daily. I hope to forever visit this impeccable place. While I was on my way out I even stopped to look on my phone to see how much a annual pass is because if I could pay $600 a year just to have the opportunity to eat this even once a week is worth it to me. I truly hope one day I’m rush enough to treat all my friends and family to this place so that they can see exactly how incredible and palate changing it is. I wish everyone there an amazing life.
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Highlights were the ribs, the smoked duck fried rice and the dumplings.
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Great all round, wonderful staff, fantastic food, and an amazing dining experience!
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Food is bland. Service is subpar and way too expensive for quality. Also drinks do not come with meals. f-
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Terrible service from our waiter. We were informed nearly all the food on the menu is deep fried in the same oil dispite that some menu items say grilled, steamed, or smoked. The beef, that was not fried, tasted as if it was microwaved. The duck tasted and looked like ham. I expect more from table service at epcot. Overall a very poor experience and definitely not worth the inflated Disney prices.
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Ziyue was amazing!! She is so kind and efficient!! All of our waters were consistently filled up! She was great!! My honey chicken was so good!! My partners duck fried rice was also so good!!!
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Jiang was an AMAZING server. Coming from someone experienced in the service industry, Jiang is the perfect combination of friendly, extremely sharp service, and even funny. Thank you Jiang. Food was great too, good portions and good flavor.
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Wonderful experience! We came here in a bit of a rush, because we had forgotten to make any reservations at Epcot! We were very impressed with Nine Dragons, we had the most wonderful waiter, Jun. He was helpful in directing us through the menu, and we actually took his recommendations on what to order for our meal, and he was really delicious! We both felt that the value of food (Kung Pao) to price was much better than many of the other restaurants in Epcot. The location is perfect and we could see the fireworks going off through the window at dinner. It was quite a special end to the night!
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We had an incredible server and had the ribs and duck fried rice. The wontons were also very good wish they served more! Great time at our last day in the parks and having dinner in China.
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Got here only to find i couldn't eat anything because it all cross contaminated with shellfish. The waiter I had was quite rude in telling me this. Literally anything I tried to order it was just a stern "No" with an attitude. Had a blackberry tea and a water and left.
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There are much better options for exciting food at EPCOT.
Overall Score
74 / 100
Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 12 to 2:55 PM, 3 to 9 PM
- Tuesday
- 12 to 2:55 PM, 3 to 9 PM
- Wednesday
- 12 to 4 PM
- Thursday
- 12 to 2:55 PM, 3 to 9 PM
- Friday
- 12 to 2:55 PM, 3 to 9 PM
- Saturday
- 12 to 2:55 PM, 3 to 9 PM
- Sunday
- 12 to 2:55 PM, 3 to 9 PM
Inspection history
The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.
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February 18, 2026 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 3 basic
- 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×2)
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
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July 23, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 2 basic
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →
Data last updated: February 18, 2026