We have been here quite a few times over the last few years, and it is consistent in service and food, so it is currently our favourite Chinese restaurant for this area.
Although the interior is not new and plush, it is comfortable and, being a large restaurant with an upstairs area, it is great for large groups. Tables are nicely placed, so you have plenty of room between your neighbouring diners.
The staff are professional, albeit a little serious and they do not have conversation, but the Manager there makes up for this, as he is a very sociable man, with good customer service skills. They have plenty of repeat diners, and it is easy to see why.
There are lots of Chinese restaurants in Southend-on-Sea, but this is definitely one of the best.
Our favourites dishes are:
Salmon with ginger and spring onion (really lovely salmon)
Hot and sour soup (full of vegetables and prawns)
Vegetable spring rolls
Crispy Aromatic Duck with pancakes
There is an extensive menu, so lots to choose from.
Restaurant name
Pearl Dragon Chinese
Date of visit
17/09/2009 and various throughout 2010
Website address
Restaurant telephone
01702 613468
Restaurant address
18-19 Eastern Esplanade, Southend-On-Sea, SS1 2ER
Average price per person for 3 course meal, excluding drinks
moderate (£20-£30)
How many dined?
2
Value for money rating?
8/10
Atmosphere Quality rating?
7/10
Service Quality rating?
7/10
Food Quality rating
9/10



