Restaurant
Dragon Cove Chinese Cuisine
Sanctuary Cove, 1 Masthead Way, Hope Island QLD 4212, Australia
Find Dragon Cove Chinese Cuisine
Sanctuary Cove, 1 Masthead Way, Hope Island QLD 4212, Australia
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Book NowAbout Dragon Cove Chinese Cuisine
Plush booth seating, marina views, and banquet plates built to feed a crowd—Dragon Cove anchors celebration dining on the northern Gold Coast. Regulars make the run out to Sanctuary Cove specifically for duck wrapped in thin pancakes, sizzling beef, and live lobster pulled straight from the tanks. Servings are notoriously generous—one plate easily covers three people—and the kitchen brings serious wok hei to Hong Kong-style steamed fish. Cocktails arrive briskly, staff pace large tables without missing a beat, and the boats drifting past the glass handle the rest.
- Marina-Side Ambiance: Waterfront booth seating overlooking luxury cruisers and the Sanctuary Cove marina.
- Generous Banquet Feasts: Heaping portions of Peking duck with pancakes, Mongolian lamb, sizzling beef, and fresh lobster.
- Celebration Hospitality: Accommodating, attentive table hospitality tailored for big family birthdays and milestone gatherings.
- Live Seafood Tanks: Live holding tanks on-site stocking fresh lobsters and seasonal fish cooked to order.
What's On at Dragon Cove Chinese Cuisine
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Book Dragon Cove Chinese Cuisine
Reserve your table at Sanctuary Cove for signature Cantonese banquets, waterfront marina views, and generous shared feasts.
Milestone Celebrations
Attentive service and celebratory banquets make the dining room a favored setting for milestone anniversaries and family occasions.
So happy to have our anniversary dinner here.
Abigail Kaia Monk Shared Group Feasting
Generous, multi-course banquet plates easily accommodate large gatherings and group dining with plenty to share.
We had more than enough for 5 people and couldn't finish it all.
Tan Ja Marina Waterfront Scenery
Dine against the scenic backdrop of Sanctuary Cove with sweeping views of the marina and luxury yachts.
great views of the boats on the water and great service
Don&ShonaEats Food Reviewers Live Seafood Feature
Saltwater holding tanks showcase live seafood, offering an engaging centerpiece and exceptional ocean-fresh selections.
seeing the live fish in the tank was really nice also.
BlueMeteor Family-Friendly Menu Flexibility
A welcoming atmosphere and expansive menu comfortably accommodate multi-generational family groups and picky eaters alike.
The food was delicious and even catered to some of my fussy children.
Sharon Steadman Generous Dish Portions
Plentiful servings ensure practical banquet value, with single dishes readily satisfying multiple diners.
one dish will serve at least two, possibly three people.
Blake Myles Leach
Most popular items
Standout banquet classics and guest favorites at Dragon Cove Chinese Cuisine.
Peking Duck
The duck with pancakes - yum yum yum!
Abigail Kaia Monk Fresh Lobster
Fresh lobster, Peking duck was amazing.
Kristy Dummett Dumplings
Amazing food, especially the dumplings and duck, which were reasonably priced and worth it!
Regina Bruce Spiced Quail
The salt and pepper quails were yummy
Man Ho
Other favorites
Standout cocktails, starters, and flexible waterfront dining options beyond the banquet mains
Lychee Mojito
you can't go past the lychee mojito
Eddie Andersen Prawn Toast
Entrée Prawn Toast with real prawns on top
Don&ShonaEats Food Reviewers Curry Puffs
curry puffs, all absolutely tasty and lovely
Renato Avanzini Takeaway by the Marina
you can order take away and eat by the water outside
Tan Ja
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality and personalized touches that elevate waterfront gatherings—reserve your table to experience it firsthand.
Surprise Birthday Celebrations
Staff take note of milestone occasions unprompted, presenting celebratory desserts topped with sparklers and singing to the guest of honor.
Hands-On Marine Introductions
Waitstaff create memorable family moments by inviting young children to safely meet and touch live lobsters from the seafood tanks.
Proactive Weather Safeguarding
When rain threatens outdoor marina dining, the front-of-house team proactively reshuffles floor plans to move outdoor reservations inside before guests arrive.
Table-Side Portion Dividing
To ensure group banquets share evenly, servers readily improvise table-side solutions—such as dividing whole quail dishes neatly for double the patrons.
Before you head over
Essential advice on reservations, portions, and dining formats to make the most of your visit. Reserve your table ahead for a seamless waterfront banquet.
Book Ahead for Indoor Waterfront Tables
Tables book out rapidly during peak weekend services and special occasions. Reserve ahead to secure indoor booth dining, particularly if weather might preclude outdoor waterfront seating.
Pace Orders Around Generous Share Plates
Dishes are sized generously for sharing, with single mains often satisfying two to three diners. Order moderately to start, knowing the kitchen will gladly pack leftovers to take home.
Order À la Carte Rather Than Waiting for Carts
Rather than classic roving dim sum carts, dining operates via an extensive made-to-order à la carte menu. Plan to order dumplings, seafood, and banquet dishes directly with your table server.
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