Great Century Restaurant

3 Below Average

Food  4      Ambience  3      Service  3      Value  2     

This would be the second time we went here. First time was exceptional which was why we returned. Do keep in mind it has been over a year since we first went there.

As soon as we got there, we were seated at a table of 4. (There was two of us). As we were served tea and picked our first two dishes, before we could even pick up our chopsticks, we were rudely asked to move to a different table as there were people waiting. I thought that was extremely rude and not fair as they had seated us, served us and then suddenly asked us too move. That simply wrecked my mood but seeing as I wanted to enjoy it with my partner, I let this go.

Food: In relation to food, the taste was ok (hence the 4/10 food rating). We are regular Yum Cha hunters and this was not one of the best. Our all time favorite is Fortune8 down in Cabramatta but as it was closed on this particular day, we decided to eat here.

Service: The ladies serving food are nice and friendly. Thumbs up to them. As I stood at the counter with my bill, the lady doing the cashier completely ignore me. She did not acknowledge me standing there with my bill and am ready to pay. Instead she served other patrons who weren't even in line to pay. I had to basically shove the bill in her face to get her to notice. Not happy.

Pricing: Value: $40.80 for 5 mini dishes. Rip off. We had to pay an extra $4 for Tea! (which tasted like plain hot water) Like seriously? Pricing is way too dear for food that isn't even that great. Will not be coming back here anytime soon.

Jan 01, 2012 

8.3 Highly Recommended

Food  9      Ambience  8      Service  7      Value  9     

Julles: I've been here since I was a little girl and this has been my local go to sunday breakfast yum cha restaurant for awhile now. I can tell you its always busy. Foods just as good as any yum cha in Sydney and the ambience is warm with classy lighting and there is always so much service surrounding you that it nevers seems dull or eerie.

The price is Right. Happy to say that I live close to one of the best yum cha restaurants in Sydney West (plus its Right next to two large car parks so no sweat there). Try it!

Aimz: Great authentic yum cha at a very reasonably price, Ladies push carts around serving dim sums, dumplings, dessert, noodles and even congee (asian rice porridge). The ladies don't speak very good english and so you might have a hard time finding out whats in each dumpling. But in saying that, there's always plenty of shouting in chinese going around which makes all the more authentic lol.

Food tastes great and there's heaps of variety, much recommended.

Nov 30, 2011 

7 Recommended

Food  7      Ambience  7      Service  7      Value  7     

One of the better Yum Cha places in this part of town.

It's busy, hectic, and fast apced, but all part of the norm for this style of food. The food itself is quite flavoursome, and for the most part, pretty fresh. They do all the usual favourites, including prawn/pork/beef dumplings, chicken feet, sticky rice, and mango pudding.

It's a lot less costly than more upmarket options in nearby suburbs, so I would most certainly recommend it if you are looking for yum cha at a reasonable price.

Nov 27, 2011 

6.3 Average

Food  8      Ambience  5      Service  6      Value  6     

Have been regulars for years now and it never fails my expectations. The food in the yum cha is just delicious especially the har gow ant the mango pancakes. The waiters lack in english but are extremely friendly. The price is just a bit dear for my liking but overall it is an excellent place to spend a family lunch.

Jan 22, 2011 

10 Highly Recommended

Food  10      Ambience  10      Service  10      Value  10     

I have had Yum Cha at many different places before and I have to say this is the best I have tried. The staff were super friendly and couldn't do enough to help us. All staff spoke english well and were able to explain some of the dishes I have not seen before.

The variety of food was exceptional as was the value and quality. The staff were great with my children and even though the restaurant was extremely busy due to it being fathers day nothing was a problem for them. We were seated withing 20 minutes of our arrival despite a queue out the door and the food was plentiful and frequent from the time we sat down. Can't wait to go back again well worth the trip to Bankstown.

Sep 05, 2010 

7.3 Recommended

Food  9      Ambience  7      Service  5      Value  8     

This Yum Cha place is definitely something out of downtown Hong Kong, both in the great quality and value of the dishes, and in the poor upkeep of the dining area and lack of english language signs and menus, which might be a deterrent for some people. This place is absolute top notch for Yum Cha, it is worth the drive to Bankstown.

Aug 03, 2010 

4.3 Below Average

Food  4      Ambience  4      Service  5      Value  4     

Very run down place. I love Yum Cha and occasionally frequent Yum Cha in other suburbs. This place has awful food, the carpet and carts are worn down. This place is not worth it, does not compare to any standard Yum Cha in Hurstville. Will not be returning.

May 27, 2010 

5.5 Average

Food  7      Ambience  4      Service  5      Value  6     

Took my kids and nephews here for lunch and found it pretty nice, and a good selection of food. I would go there again.

May 25, 2010 

8.8 Highly Recommended

Food  9      Ambience  8      Service  8      Value  10     

The yum cha is highly recommended, I love it. I've tried many different restaurants in the city and this is still my favourite! And the added bonus is that there is 20% off from Mon-Sat, which is absolutely great and extremely worth it.
The dinner is also very nice, the crab is a must try and they're not very expensive because of the sales they have, well when I went it was on sale. Overall, I highly recommend this.

May 06, 2010 

7 Recommended

Food  8      Ambience  7      Service  7      Value  6     

We went on a saturday and although it was busy we found a nice quiet corner upstairs. If you want space and quiet opt to go up downstairs is very chaotic and cramped. There was a very good variety on offer and a big improvement since I visited 2 years ago. Most of the staff speak english now and can tell you what the dishes are which helps. Would definitely go back but only if I could go upstairs!

Apr 10, 2010