Its amazing how cheap some of these Chinese restaurants are, as if they don't take inflation into consideration for pricing. Even though most of these Americanized Chinese eateries are all the same to me, Dragon Light seems better in my view while its quite popular among the Joliet area. Got a large chicken fried rice, large wonton soup, and batter-fried chicken tenderloin. The fried rice was rather tasty and had nice-sized white pieces, which fed me for two days. Even the wonton soup was above average as the noodles were delicate, perhaps they were housemade. The batter-fried chicken tenderloin had an appealing greasiness and texture, it had zero flavor as it wished they would have seasoned it or something. Regardless, I tout Dragon Light as one of the better Chinese-American type restaurants. read more

This place is terrible. I can't believe it was so busy for take out on a Saturday night. Don't even bother with the Won Ton soup. It was tasteless broth with wontons that were so saturated they were in pieces. Gross. The King Pao Chicken has no peppers but celery? Egg rolls are bad. It was all bad. The Mai Tai was way too sweet . A total disappointment! read more

Foods good and fast. Reasonably priced. We usAlly do take out,but dining in is ok too read more

Dragon Light Restaurant - Chinese Near Me - Crest Hill, Illinois

There is NO reason to go to Chinatown.....these super people who work at this place LIVE there and drive into Joliet to cook their fabulous food here! This is THE place for Chinese. HUGE portions, WONDERFUL egg rolls, FABULOUS CrabRangoon. Lunch prices are a steal! Come starved OR split a dish. Great service, FANTASTIC food, good prices. Eat in or take out but DO go here....it is THE BEST! read more

Feeling dingy? Hungry? This would be the place for you. Now out of business, but was a very casual, convenient and substantially delicious, old school traditional Chinese restaurant - completely cliche' in a very good way! Comforting, relaxed atmosphere - and, in its time, must have been a hub of endless booming history, and scarfed-down goodness-gracious-grub, hidden away in those dingy, distant urban boonies! read more

Came in for a order, also live locally too, Tommy my "server" who was just front house, was really condescending when I went in to place and order and when I came in to pick it up, if I wasn't a driver I'd definitely wouldn't wanna come in here. But from what I've seen while waiting he treats all customers like that. I'd rather bring business somewhere else than here. read more

I generally try to avoid Chinese food because it's typically rather greasy, salty and bland. That cannot be said for the Dragon Light. The food was beyond great. The beef was unbelievably tender and flavorful the prawns were numerous and large and the veggies were super fresh. The service was also really outstanding. 2 egg roll, 2 soup, tea and 2 entrees were $22. And it was enough food for 3 meals. Thanks Yelp for being right about this place read more

Even their take out is outstanding ... however, if you eat in, you get a better deal. With that said, living in Chicago as I do, and within close proximity to Chinatown, I still stand by the fact that Dragon Light is the superior Chinese restaurant, even beating out a whole neighborhood of Chinese. I dunno what it is, but everything they cook is amazing ... from egg drop soup, to their fried rice. It's all good, and I've never been disappointed. read more

Wanted to try a new place. We were there on Saturday 12/21/2019. The person who seats was busy taking orders on the phone so it took a bit to get seated. One waitress for the whole floor so it took a while before our order was taken. Took awhile for the food to arrive. And when it came it was warm not hot. The shrimp was over cooked as well as the egg rolls. The food was nothing to rave about. Not worth the time to get there or the money spent. Won't be going back. My sister got food poisoning. read more

Do you want to show a hot date how far you can stretch $5.95? Then get your little white but to Dragon light restaurant. The lunch special is my second favorite thing about this joint. What's the first you ask, The older Chinese gentleman with the lovingly dry sense of humor. Try it today. read more

Really folks....this one is as good as it gets. For a traditional sitdown Chinese restaurant I have never seen any better. The food is absolutely delicious, the service excellent, and the atmosphere adds to the enjoyment of your meal. Makes me hungry just thinking about them. :) read more

I have been coming to Dragon Light since I was a kid. When I moved to Chicago I was disappointed that I could not find a Chinese restaurant as good as Dragon Light. I have since moved back and have been here frequently. The service is good, you get a good bang for your buck, and the food is outstanding. read more

I called in for delivery but the person who answered my phone attitude has a bad attitude. Poor service.

Had not been here for years until a couple months ago when we had great food and service. So we returned last Saturday. The basic food was still very good except for the soups which were strange tasting including my wonton and the vegetable soups ordered by my friends. The waiter was rude beyond belief but the kicker was when we noted to him that the mustard bottle was full of water -- like almost a cup of water poured out. He demonstrated to us what we should have done; he placed his germy thumb over the pour spout and shook the container. Gross. If, in fact, the mustard had separated that is a sign of it going bad. Otherwise, quite possibly they were adding water to the containers to "stretch" the condiment. read more

Don't know what else to say; it was a yummy trek to the burbs

Been going here for 25 years since they were located on Theodore, across the street from the library. By far, they have the best Chinese in the area. Also their lunch specials are a great deal! Most are $6.95, and come with soup, egg roll, and fried rice. Try the twice cooked pork. You will not be disappointed. read more

We tried it for lunch. The menu only had meals listed which I thought was fine. We ordered our two meals, each for under $6, Then we each got a bowls of soup and an egg rolls with our meal. The main courses were huge plates of shrimp stir fried rice and pork lo mien. We took half the food home with us and our lunch bill was $10.50. We would recommend this place for any one. They serve more than you can eat and a price that was unbelievable. It included a big pot of tea and fortune cookies too! read more

Dragon Light Restaurant - Great for Chinese food! - Chinese Near Me - Crest Hill, Illinois

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Normally lunch at Dragon Light is pretty good and fresh with economical pricing. Today's lunch was good except for one major problem. The problem is the server gave me a glass of water in which I drunked and the glass had lipstick all over the glass. I was gave another glass and that glass was dirty. I Finished eating and didnt drink anything else so how come the server asked for a tip. Like how can you ask for a tip and you served dirty glasses ? Some would of made a boisterous complaint and ask for a discount. This will be my last time patronizing that establishment. Will take my business to Chinese Restaurant in Romeoville on weber rd. Be careful with the dine in services not so clean. read more

Food is pretty bland and not worth the money you pay for it. There are better restaurants in the area to order from.

Just had lunch there & it was excellent. Lunch is served with soup & egg roll. The rangoons were crispy on the outside, warm on the inside. The shrimp & lobster sauce was flavorful & there were plenty of large shrimp. The fried rice is good as well. read more

Yum!!!! By far my favorite Chinese restaurant of all time. I currently live in CO and this is a must go to when I am home. Everything I've ever had here has been delicious and the staff is always awesome! read more

We use to love this place but on 2/13/18 it was awful! Broccoli and peppers way over cooked and fell apart, tasteless baby salad shrimp in Singapore noodles when it use to have flavorful regular shrimp and dry, not enough broth. Rude person taking order over phone. In search of new Chinese restaurant now. read more

ok I have no clue what people are talking about saying it lacks flavor and it has changed. Went there the other day was still as good as it use to be. read more

Been here 3 times and we have never been disappointed! You have to try the appetizer sampler (poopoo platter) and the pot stickers!

Awesome food quick and easy pick up I will be back , Kung pao shrimp is the best, and the rice is great!

The food was great, and service was fast. Tea, soup, and water was all included int the meal with very reasonable prices. Overall great place and will return read more

Love this place. Food quality has gotten better. Always friendly service This place e has been here for years. Good wuality food

Waste of money. Food was not good, restaurant had a funky smell to it. Do not plan on ever coming back here. Food is over priced for the quality that you get. Felt like i went in a time machine back to 1980s. The server stared at me the entire time while I ate making me feel extremely uncomfortable. Left with a full plate of food because I did not feel comfortable. If you are in the Joliet area and looking for chinese food China Cook is a much better option. Better prices and better quality. read more

This used to be my go to place for Chinese food, but over the last few years it's really changed. The egg rolls used to be THE resin for visiting. They had a unique, handmade flavor that was the real draw for us. Now they just taste like any egg role from any Chinese restaurant in the area. Just ok. read more

Called in an order and food was ready fairly fast. I pick it up in the time frame they gave so it hadn't sat around. Got to my vehicle and ate a pot sticker which were soggy. I get some to eat my other items and they just lacked flavor the pork was dry the fried rice had virtually no flavor. read more

The food is good, however, if the Owner or Manager (I don't which one he is) has a "problem/issue" with giving condiments then, maybe I should go elsewhere. I would hate to because the food is really good and I was a frequent patron there before I moved. Now, upon return he told me the old owners moved but the recipes are the same. Not the service though, I have to say. Most recent, ongoing example I've experienced, as previously stated : I bought lots of food. I asked for soy sauce and hot mustard. He said it was "...inside the bag" like he always said. He put "more" inside. Now, I knew better than to drive off without looking in the bag but I was tired and wanted to get home. When I arrived home and looked in the bag, there was ONE package of soy sauce (no joke) and FOUR hot mustard packages. Seriously. Really? Yes! That meant there was nothing in the bag before he added "more." It's laughable. He always has a look of annoyance when he's asked for things like condiments. Message to you if you're reading this: if your customers have bought a sizable amount of your food, why are you so pained to give what's needed? Without us, your business would fold. There's a new employee there or new to me, who seemed annoyed. She rushed after giving me my order and only recited one item that was in the bag, so I wasn't sure it was mine. I tried asking but she began talking to someone else. That's when he stepped in. Maybe she was annoyed with him? Ok, well, that's my review. I hope he gets better because yes, although I could and have purchased my own condiments, when I spend my hard-earned-cash-at-your-restaurant, I should be able to ask for condiments and not feel trepidation at having to do so. Nor should I feel like I'm unappreciated after I've seen the look on your face that said you don't want to be bothered. Good food though. read more

I had passed this place several times and finally decided to order some take out. I ordered curry chicken and an order of almond cookies. The large chicken is definitely large and comes with a side of rice. I recommend upgrading to a large rice. You'll probably need it to finish the box of chicken . Everything was hot and fresh and delicious. I will update rating as I try more from this location. read more

This restaurant was always the best til recently. I had my granddaughter over and just got out of the hospital so it was a special occasion. I ordered lunch delivered and it was $31 for 2. Not a cheap lunch. Food was horrible. Fat in both dishes. I couldn't believe how horrible this place has become. Don't waste your money. read more

Great food, everything I've ever had here has been good, no complaints and been coming here 20 years

My family has been eating at this restaurant for nearly 25 years. Always GREAT food, and the best service in town. Seriously, all restaurants in the area should learn good service from this place. Food is always perfect! In 25 years never a mistake! The place is not super fancy, but not dirty either. Food is always done super fast, and served in the proper order. Your water glass will never be empty, and you don't even have to ask. Seriously this is like the best restaurant in the area. The place is pretty packed on the weekends, and they have delivery now, so hopefully they are around a lot longer too! read more

Have been going here for years. This USED to be mine and my best friends favorite Chinese restaurant. We have been there 2 times in the past 30 days and both agree it is just not the same as it used to be. Let me start with the wait staff. We always go at lunch time and trust me it is not terribly busy. Literally as soon as we sit down they say "are you ready to order?" Then I was resting and talking to my friend and the lady said "I will box that for you." WTH?!?! Next the food. It is just ok now. The eggrolls at lunch are half the size of the dinner ones, which I get the lunch is cheap but just raise the price a little. I ordered egg foo young and it was burnt. I didn't even know you could burn that dish! Very unsatisfied all the way around. We are sad to say goodbye but we must move on. read more

Pretty good americanized chinese food. Nothing mind blowing but I can't imagine finding anything better in the area. Very good egg roll and good kung bao chicken. read more

This is a definite go to spot. You can't go wrong with the wonto soup, egg rolls, mongolian beef and the general tso's chicken. This and two other spots are the only choice for great food in the area. Try it you won't be disappointed. read more

Never have sat down to and eaten there, the delivery times are good but the customer service on the phone is less than desirable being told to hold the hell on without a please or thank you is kind of rude they might want to take a lesson and customer relations. read more

good food if your getting take outm but the place smells like a toilet and looks like it hasnt been cleaned in 25 years. Someone needs to go in there with a high pressured hose and spray that place down. read more