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Dragon Cove Chinese Cuisine

Sanctuary Cove, 1 Masthead Way, Hope Island QLD 4212, Australia

Recommended by 74 people

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Find Dragon Cove Chinese Cuisine

Sanctuary Cove, 1 Masthead Way, Hope Island QLD 4212, Australia

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+61 7 5577 9918
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About 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.
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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

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How large are the portion sizes?

Dishes come in substantial portion sizes suitable for sharing, with reviewers noting that single plates can easily serve two to three diners and staff are happy to pack leftover food to take home.

Should I make a reservation in advance?

Reservations are recommended, especially for busy lunch and dinner periods or peak celebratory events. Tables are reservable ahead of time.

Is yum cha served via traditional carts?

No, Dragon Cove operates with an extensive à la carte menu rather than traditional roving trolley cart service, featuring dishes like Peking duck, dumplings, seafood, and stir-fries made to order.

Do they offer live seafood from on-site tanks?

Yes, the venue features live tanks with fresh lobsters and fish, and staff have even introduced the live catch to younger guests.

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