Fresh User Reviews for Yum Cha in Canberra

1.5 Not Recommended

Food  2      Ambience  2      Service  1      Value  1     

I thought the value was good when I walked into the restaurant with my friend. The $20 deal per person All YOu Can Eat was not as advertised. They served us couple dishes on each of us and refused to serve more when we asked.

When I walked up to the counter one lady explained that because we did not take what they offered, they couldn't serve any food (they only offered tarts and sesame balls that looked like at least 2hrs old when we were there for dumplings) I argued her that they shouldn't have advertised their deal as all you can eat. She asked us back why we won't have any of the tarts.

I thought it wasn't worth arguing more so I paid her the money first then tried to inform her that their deal doesn't please customers in any way. She said "I am busy now" and walked away when there was only two tables being served. We called her back and told her this isn't a good service. Then all she told us was "if you are not full, come sit down or go away"

My opinion is that I have wasted $20 that I could have filled my hunger pleasantly. She only wanted people to have what they wanted to offer, take the money and have them out of the place. Would never recommend this place to people around me.

Apr 10, 2012

5.8 Average

Food  5      Ambience  7      Service  6      Value  5     

So surprised that the line for yum cha is always out the door. We booked a table in advance and still had to wait to be seated. Chairs, tables, light fittings were all very nice, but the place was way too crowded for my taste. If they got rid of some of their tables and managed reservations better I might go back.

Jan 26, 2012

8 Recommended

Food  10      Ambience  8      Service  6      Value  8     

Had to drive from the other side of Canberra but we weren't disappointed, We got there early and it was lucky we did as it filled up fast. Attentive wait staff and very good yum cha, would recommend the lobster. Not too sure on prices as my partner paid.

Jan 06, 2012

1 Not Recommended

Food  1      Ambience  1      Service  1      Value  1     

The worst food and service that I have ever had. They decided that they were busy and could only serve us 3 yumcha dishes, so we ordered from the menu. It made the old 80's Chinese restaurants seem 5 star. Steer well clear.

Dec 28, 2011