Taj samudra - golden dragon w/tax

Golden Dragon at Taj Samudra: An Exceptional Dining Experience

My visit to Golden Dragon, Taj Samudra, was truly memorable, thanks to the outstanding service by Kasun. His ability to anticipate our needs was remarkable, providing polite and attentive service without being intrusive. From the moment we sat down, he ensured our comfort, starting with fragrant jasmine tea and jaggery-coated cashews. The tea was delightful and continually refreshed, setting the perfect tone for the meal.

Kimchi is always there in dinner tables

Jaggery coated cashews

Chef's Special: Seafood Asparagus Soup
💰 Rs. 1,890/-
Rating: 4🌟
A clear, earthy soup brimming with shrimp, crabmeat, and asparagus. The bold, unique taste of asparagus added a special touch, though it may not suit everyone’s palate.

Mains

Kung Pao Chicken
💰 Rs. 3,850/-
Rating: 4🌟
Tender chicken and crunchy cashews were coated in a perfectly balanced dark sauce. The garlic added a savory edge to the sweetness of the caramelized sauce, making it a flavorful and satisfying dish.

Egg Fried Rice
💰 Rs. 3,300/-
Rating: 4🌟
This fragrant rice dish, generously studded with scrambled egg and fresh chives, paired wonderfully with the mains. Simple yet packed with flavor.

Prawn Har Gao
💰 Rs. 2,500/-
Rating: 5🤩
A standout dish! The dim sum was delicately prepared with translucent, pearl-like wrappers encasing juicy shrimp. Served with green chili and soy dips, each bite was a perfect harmony of flavors and textures.

Desserts

Lychee with Vanilla Ice Cream
💰 Rs. 1,870/-
Rating: 4🌟
This dessert was light, refreshing, and elegant. The sweetness of the lychee complemented the creaminess of the vanilla ice cream perfectly, rounding off the meal beautifully.

Date Pancake
💰 Rs. 2,310/-
Rating: 3.5🌟
An unexpected twist on a classic! These date-stuffed samosas, with their crispy exterior and warm, sweet filling, were a unique offering. Paired with vanilla ice cream, they worked well, though the sweetness was a bit overwhelming for my taste.

Got some dark chocolate for the after dinner dessert

Total 15,810/-

With taxes 21,200/-

Comments

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