Still remains my favorite Chinese restaurant anywhere. Excellent service. Food arrives quickly. My family frequently has to get their Dynasty Court fix to satisfy cravings. Great deals for a wide variety of lunch specials for $11.99. We also often go in a group of 6-10 people for dinner and order separate items. That way we can have a big selection of food. My favorite dishes are Hunan beef (try it!) and Singapore rice noodles and eggplant and black bean rock cod. And... so much more! read more

I almost missed this spot entirely--tucked discreetly into a strip mall, hiding just behind Safeway on the right like a little secret waiting to be discovered. I actually had to circle back to find it, which already made it feel like a bit of a hidden gem. Arriving around 1:30 pm, the dining room was completely empty at first glance. For a moment I wondered if they were closed, until I noticed the doors slightly ajar. Not long after stepping in, I was greeted and invited to sit wherever I liked, which added a relaxed, unhurried feel to the whole experience. I went with the Mango Beef Special Lunch Combo ($10.99) The dish came with generous crisp vegetables, chunks of mango that paired nicely with the zesty savory beef. The fried rice and chow mein leaned a bit on the mild side flavor-wise, but a touch of chili oil and some of the entrée sauce brought everything to life. The combo also includes soup of the day and your choice of appetizer, making it a well-rounded plate. Portion-wise, it's more than fair--especially for the price. In fact, it easily undercuts most nearby Chinese spots and even fast food options, in the later case being obviously fresher and more balanced alternative. This feels like the kind of place you root for. I'll be back to explore more of the menu--and honestly, I'd take supporting a quiet local kitchen like this over a fast food chain any day. read more

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Came in for the lunch special. I think the prices for lunch is pretty decent considering that ordering Panda Express on the mobile app is $11.70. That is a .29¢ difference plus you get an eggroll and soup (dine in). Definitely see the value. Service was quick and thorough 5/5. The restaurant is definitely dated, but it's like a little Time Machine back to the past, as long as it's clean 4.5/5. I was told it'd take 15 minutes and it roughly was about that timeframe. One thing about the food tho.... It was decent fried rice a little dry, I like my chow mein thick, not too salty, kung pao chicken was light work, needs to be spiccyyyyier considering menu says "fine Szechuan cuisine". Eggroll was nothing to rave about 3.5/5. I'll be back to try other things read more

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The restaurant itself looks old and out dated want sure if they're in process of remodeling or just keeping things empty due to COVID. They're lunch specials are fairly priced, 13.99 and they have a big selection. I ordered the chicken and vegetables with fried rice and noodles. My favorite part was the side soup that comes with it, the broth was really flavorful and the little rice topping have it a good crunch. My dish itself lacked flavor honestly, tasted bland. The noodles were on the dry side, but the fried rice was good. There was only one server during a lunch rush, you could tell she was a little overwhelmed, but she managed to help everyone. read more

4 stars because the food is good, but not amazing, since the dish we ordered was only $14 and already included fried rice, egg roll, sweet and sour chicken, and beef with vegetables. The service was quick as well. Definitely worth the price. Would come back again. read more

Dynasty court is delish! Lunch special is always a big win! We always order our takeout, it's easy and quick.

Dynasty Court is just OK. It's definitely not great but it hits the spot for a classic Chinese takeout. Flavors are pretty mild on everything. Most of the dishes were relatively bland but were better with more soy sauce or chili oil. Egg Foo Young was by far the best dish, and the green beans were a close second. Kung Pao was just OK, Chow Fun and the fried rice were dry and way too plain. I might be coming back because the prices are good and it served its purpose, but Dynasty Court wouldn't be my first choice. If you've had really good, flavorful Chinese food, you're probably going to be disappointed... read more

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Lunch special is the deal. Mongolian beef is really good to me and I've tried many. Hot & Sour is perfect!

Great food! Delicious and very flavorful. Service could use a little help.not super friendly, but the food is amazing . I love everything I ordered . read more

The lunch specials are delicious and a bargain too! I really like the portions of fresh vegetables and spices. My favorites are kung pao dishes! read more

Just ordered 2 lunch specials-broccoli beef and kung pao chicken and they both sucked. The chow main was dry and the meats tasted weird. I've ordered before so I'm surprised. Prices have gone up but the food quality has tanked. I'll never go there again. read more

Our family are regulars and they never disappoint good Chinese food. Always dine in for celebrations or call for take outs

My favorite place for Hot and Sour soup ! The servers are great ! So many great choices for lunch specials.

It's a mom and pop owned Chinese place. Their sesame balls & dim sum was really good. I was pleasantly surprised that their won ton soup was also delicious. The owner was a really sweet lady. She definitely seemed to know her regulars. read more

My definite go to for Chinese take out in Salinas Everything is made really fresh. My favorite is the orange chicken lunch box with a side of crab rangoons. Plus their Honeywell the shrimp is also very delightful. read more

FOOD: 8.5/10 Service: Very attentive, and nice waiters taking care of you Ambiance: it's always empty during the week so seating is never an issue it's prefect little place to have a first date or just a chill take out spot with a couple friends read more

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I did not like the service. There was only two other tables with patrons when we arrived who were already done eating. We were not greeted, it felt like my daughter and I were a bother. The woman told us to sit in a corner table, did not leave us menus. Five minutes later I got up to get a paper menu myself. Five minutes after that we got up to wash our hands. Our waitress finally comes to our table after serving someone else who walked in and was seated after us. At this point I was irritated and had to voice across the room, "Hello, can you take our order?!" Food arrived in a decent time. I had to ask for chopsticks. I had to ask for the check. I finally went to the counter to the same woman whom I assume is the owner to ring me up. I did not like that she wore the same latex gloves to serve everyone food and beverages wile touching every thing else with her dirty gloves. Service is not friendly. I have been to this restaurant over the years but hadn't been in at least two years, after this experience, I will never return. Definitely do not come here if you are hangry. I would have left and not spent my money here but my daughter was really hungry and Chef Lee's wasn't offering dine in on Sundays. read more

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My favorite Chinese restaurant in town the food is always fresh. I love Anna the waitress there. She's always very friendly and our family adores her the owner. Jenny is such a nice person. Also, thank you for giving us fresh Chinese food. I would have to say they're the best in town. The ambience is always nice atmosphere to bring your family to. read more

Oh my oh my to my lovely surprise! Dynasty court for the win! Their food is good! Actually I shouldn't say good it was amazing! See I love love love me some Chinese food and we had been wanting to try DC plus my co-worker was telling me about how this was her and her mom's all-time favorite place and even though she lives in Solidad now she would go out of her way to transport the food from Salinas home so they could all have their favorites. We had a family dinner as I've stated before my review we like to try a lot of new things when we first patronize a restaurant, and in the family dinner king Mongolian beef general chicken the one Thanh soup and the special fried rice. On the sides we got the barbecue pork buns and the crab Rangoon's and let me just say everything was delicious! Let me start with the crab Rangoon (inset mouth watering emoji here!) so good crunchy and delicious they got it outta the park for me. And the hubby loved it! The buns were new for us. We liked them they were good moist and fresh. The general chicken- ok hold the phone! WOWwwwwwww perfect! So crunchy and definitely the best we've ever had, it's one of my favorite dishes we have never had it serves so crunchy before. Usually the sauce overpowers the crunchiness, nope not happening here! Like I said it was super crunchy full of flavor and it was more chicken than breading and that's the best part! The rice was good full of meat and the Mongolian beef was flavorful and tender. I wish I had pictures of my sesame balls because they're my favorite little dessert and we're equally awesome as the main course. May I add the awesome lady helping us was beyond friendly and helpful We are so extremely pleased and so happy they are so close to home this is definitely our new go to for Chinese food from now on! read more

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The waitresses was very attentive to every other customer expect my family. We were sat down at the same time as two other families. By the time they were done eating their meals and paid. our waitresses didn't even ask for our order or didn't even ask what we wanted to drink. She offered every table a refill expect us. Can't support every local business read more

Do not go to this place. The lady who takes the order is very rude and when I let her know that she gave me kung pao chicken instead of sesame chicken, she said "oh I just forgot to put the sesame seeds on it. You want me to pour some sesame seeds on it?" there's cheaper places with better service. Try going to the one across the street from the sports complex. read more

Good price worthy lunch special. Fried rice is plain. Fried won ton is actually fried won ton chips with no filling. Buyer beware of the "Today's Lunch Special" board. The board advertises everyday menu items as lunch specials at regular everyday prices. I felt manipulated. I saw a big sign with big letters advertising a big special. When I was already seated, I realized I was tricked. By that time I figured I might as well order. Food was tasty enough. A step above Panda Express. read more

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My personal choice for chinese food in Salinas. Favorite is the pork buns so would highly recommend them when ordering. Overall food tastes great and prices are amazing with the amount of food you're getting. Was able to take my entire family out of 7 and only spent about $100 to fill everyone up and with some leftovers. I have noticed that some reviews have had unfortunate experiences with the service. I did not have such experience and felt my family and I was attended very well. So that may be something to look out for. Overall a solid 9/10 for chinese food! read more

Their food never disappoints. I've always had take out but when I pick up my food they staff is very quick and attentive. This is my go to spot. read more

Great service! Friendly. In the plaza with Tesla Charger. Near Safeway and Jamba Juice. Delicious quick lunch and great price! read more

Dynasty Court - Green Pepper Beef lunch combo. With A crispy rice soup for courtesy. $9.75 only. - Chinese Near Me - Salinas, California

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Always a must go to spot with my family. Everyone is always nice. And the service is fast

I love supporting small businesses. But unfortunately I cannot this time. The older Asian lady that works the front counter is very rude and disrespectful. She seems to only favor certain people. Food is so-so. Not horrible but not amazing either. The atmosphere is very dated. Got a late 80s early 90s decor. Not really an issue with me, except the wooden seat are not very comfortable. read more

My order was ready within 15 minutes , it was extremely hot , just how I like it . The staff was friendly . I had the lunch special that came with a egg roll , sweet and sour Chicken, fried rice and chow mein ( unfortunately since it was to go , the soup wasn't included , but that's okay ) . I had the pork buns and shrimp dumplings , total was about 21 dollars . Good prices and delicious food , portion was big enough to share with another person. read more

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Good food.Like chicken wings and the pork fried rice. The service was fast and polite. I will goo back

We thought the main dishes were really good But the sides on the lunch specials left something to be desired . -broccoli beef 5/5 -coconut walnut shrimp 5/5 -soup 4/5 Fried rice and the chow mein were 3/5 . Not bad by not up to the quality of the main dishes. Service was really good and fast- which we appreciated as we had very little time . read more

Dynasty Court - Quick lunch stop - Chinese Near Me - Salinas, California

This is my first time coming to this restaurant, I've been craving black bean noodles all week long and and I had no means of cooking today. They didn't offer this on their menu but if I didn't ask, I prolly wouldn't have been able to try their delicious cooking. This is a Szechuan Chinese restaurant and they were able to accommodate what I wanted to eat, I thank these kind of people in the restaurant businesses, hospitality at its finest. When you're in a different country you usually accommodate to people around, but this restaurant was able to help another fellow Asian find home food read more

Dynasty Court - Zha Jiang Mian (Black Bean Noodles) (NOT ON THE MENU) - Chinese Near Me - Salinas, California

It was ok. Food was a little bland but not horrible.. very reasonably priced. Definitely get bang for your buck!!!

Food was oily and bland. Do not recommend. I feel bad saying this but just go to Panda Express it's cheaper faster and a taste you are used to. read more

We absolutely love this place. Honestly it has replaced the other Chinese food restaurants in town. Love their Generals Chicken, Kung Pao Chicken, Wonton soup, Egg rolls, potstickers and fried wontons. Highly recommend it. Usually not too crowded either. Excellent service! read more

First time going to this place, we tried the hot sour soup since we were feeling under the weather and it's soooooo good I truly loved it! We also got veggie fried rice which was also great! Definitely will go back to try other options read more

The food was very good ,fresh, stove hot, , quick and very good service - the host is excellent- definitely recommend this place

Let me tell you a story, I'm from Salinas and used to live around the corner. This place is good, not great. They have every traditional Chinese food plates. #1, #2 etc. If you looking for a quick Chinese meal and want it hassle free. Come here. But let me get to my story, walked in here asked for a seat. Quickly got a seat and picked from the easy menu. Got the dinner for 2. It was decent. You get everything in a traditional Chinese food spot. Great for the prices too read more

We ordered the mu shu pork, szechuan beef, and pork fried rice. The mu shu was quite good; vegetables chopped nice and uniformly, fluffy bits of scrambled egg, and a good amount of pork. What was also nice about the mu shu is that the bamboo shoots were not medicinal tasting; probably rinsed really well before cooking. The szechuan been was also very good with nice flavors and a tolerable spiciness level. The fried rice, unfortunately, was a bit of a disappointment; it seemed like it needed more flavor...possibly some garlic, onion, or...something. We doctored up the fried rice with a bit of soy sauce and a sprinkling of MSG and that seemed to help. Overall, this was a pretty good experience and we will come back to try other dishes as well. read more

Was craving Chinese Food for lunch, was actually heading to another Chinese restaurant that was on Yelp. Spotted Dynasty Court while running errands, Ok, will give them a try today. Was greeted & seated & given a menu right away. There's a big selection of Lunch Specials reasonably priced. Chose the Sweet & Sour Chicken @ $7.25. Pleasantly surprised the soup (incl with lunch) was Sizzling Rice Soup, was tasty. The Chow Mein & Fried Rice were warm, the chicken had a good flavor but there were several pieces that had a rough, hard shredding texture. The service deserves 4 stars. Not sure that I will be back. read more

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So we had given ourselves a break from this place and decided to order here so we could take a break from the other Chinese restaurant we usually go to. I went to pick up my order and was charged. I noticed the owner looking at the receipt as I signed it. So I didn't even give any thought until later when I realized I was over charged. I ordered the family Szechuan dinner for for listed at $47, BBQ pork egg foo young at $9.95 and House chow neon at $10.95. The owner charged me $83.45. I called and she refused to give me my money back claiming she had increased the prices 2 weeks prior even though the menu states otherwise. She added her own tip to a to go order read more