Nine Dragons Restaurant, open for lunch and dinner in the China Pavilion at Epcot theme park, serves authentic traditional and modern cuisine from across China. Dine in a contemporary Asian setting rich with cultural and culinary treasures.

The Food

Meals at Nine Dragons begin with a variety of hot and cold appetizers, all of which are perfect for sharing, including several Dim Sum favorites:

• Shrimp and Chicken Egg Rolls served with plum-chili and ginger-soy sauces
• General Tso's Chicken Dumplings—an innovative twist on the classic dish
• Appetizer Trio—a sampler of cucumber salad, spicy beef and fragrant chicken

Chinese food is best served family-style. Order a variety of entrees so everyone can sample all the wonderful flavors.

Entrees include regional specialties such as:

• Kung Pao Chicken
• Canton Pepper Beef
• Xi'An Pulled Pork
• Zha Jiang Noodles
• Five-Spiced Fish
• Specialty seafood dishes

The Decor

Diners are greeted at the entrance by a stunning glass mural of two dragons chasing a glowing pearl. Extensively updated in 2008 to reflect a mixture of modernism and tradition, the bright and colorful dining room showcases delicately crafted glass artwork and warm rosewood wall panels—all accented by the romantic glow of Chinese lanterns.

Request a seat near one of the oversized windows that provides a sweeping view of World Showcase Lagoon and watch the pedestrians walking the promenade outside.