Dragon Concourse: Chinese Dinner with Later Friday

Dragon Concourse is a restaurant at 74 E 167th St in Bronx. This Bronx spot serves Chinese dishes, though the quality of the cooking is a point of contention. Some regulars write that the food has gotten much better, while critical reviews cite issues with food freshness and preparation, pointing to dry chicken and broccoli or overcooked chicken.

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Is it worth the trip?

Yes — Dragon Concourse is a restaurant at 74 E 167th St in Bronx, rated 3.6 out of 5 across Google reviews. This Bronx spot serves Chinese dishes, though the quality of the cooking is a point of contention. Some regulars write that the food has gotten much better, while critical reviews cite issues with food freshness and preparation, pointing to dry chicken and broccoli or overcooked chicken. When issues arise with an order, the staff is reportedly quick to fix them. The schedule is spread across the week, with 7 service days, so the visit fits an ordinary afternoon rather than a planned night out. Timing shapes the visit: the pace is quickest just after the doors open and slows once the room fills, so a flexible arrival is more useful than a reservation at a place that does not take one. Order the items that travel well if you are carrying food out, and check the payment setup before you sit down. It sits at 74 E 167th St in Bronx, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip.


Quick facts

Dragon Concourse is a restaurant at 74 E 167th St, Bronx, New York. Hours: Mon: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Tue: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Wed: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Thu: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Fri: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM, Sat: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM, Sun: 12:00 – 10:30 PM. Hours differ by day, so check the day you plan to travel rather than assuming the weekend pattern. Phone: (718) 681-3388. Rating: 3.6 out of 5 across Google reviews.


What do regulars say?

Regulars put Dragon Concourse at 3.6 out of 5 across Google reviews, and the comments repeat the same handful of details rather than a long list of complaints. This Bronx spot serves Chinese dishes, though the quality of the cooking is a point of contention. Some regulars write that the food has gotten much better, while critical reviews cite issues with food freshness and preparation, pointing to dry chicken and broccoli or overcooked chicken. When issues arise with an order, the staff is reportedly quick to fix them. Reviews describe a place that rewards a simple plan rather than a long one. Timing shapes the visit: the pace is quickest just after the doors open and slows once the room fills, so a flexible arrival is more useful than a reservation at a place that does not take one. Order the items that travel well if you are carrying food out, and check the payment setup before you sit down. It sits at 74 E 167th St in Bronx, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip.

How does ordering work?

Ordering is straightforward once you know the pattern: counter service and counter service. You queue, you say what you want, you pay, and the food arrives at the counter or the table depending on the setup. If you are with a group, send one person to hold a table while another orders — the queue moves faster than the kitchen does. Timing shapes the visit: the pace is quickest just after the doors open and slows once the room fills, so a flexible arrival is more useful than a reservation at a place that does not take one. Order the items that travel well if you are carrying food out, and check the payment setup before you sit down. It sits at 74 E 167th St in Bronx, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip. Hours run Mon: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Tue: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Wed: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Thu: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Fri: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM, Sat: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM, Sun: 12:00 – 10:30 PM, so the two questions worth settling before you travel are the day and the time.

When should I go?

Dragon Concourse keeps a weekly schedule: Mon: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Tue: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Wed: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Thu: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Fri: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM, Sat: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM, Sun: 12:00 – 10:30 PM. When issues arise with an order, the staff is reportedly quick to fix them. A weekday visit is usually calmer than a weekend one, and the first hour after opening is the safest bet if you want the room to yourself. Timing shapes the visit: the pace is quickest just after the doors open and slows once the room fills, so a flexible arrival is more useful than a reservation at a place that does not take one. Order the items that travel well if you are carrying food out, and check the payment setup before you sit down. It sits at 74 E 167th St in Bronx, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip.


Before you go

Is Dragon Concourse cash only? No — card payment is accepted, though it is worth checking before a large order.
Do I need a reservation? No — walk in and order at the counter.
Can I take the food to go? Ask at the counter; takeout is not guaranteed at every hour.
What are the hours? Mon: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Tue: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Wed: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Thu: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Fri: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM, Sat: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM, Sun: 12:00 – 10:30 PM.
Where exactly is it? 74 E 167th St, Bronx, New York, reachable at (718) 681-3388.
What should I order first? Start with the item the counter is known for and keep the first order short.
Is it good for a group? Yes, though the room is small, so a group should arrive early or split up.
What if the line is long? The queue moves quickly because the order is taken at the counter.
Can I call ahead? Yes — (718) 681-3388 is the number the counter answers, and a quick call settles whether today's hours differ from the posted ones.
Is the schedule the same every day? No — the days differ, so check the one you plan to travel.
What should I check before leaving? Two things: the day's hours and the payment setup. Both are listed above, and both are the usual reasons a trip gets wasted.
Is it worth a special trip? If you are already in Bronx, yes; the visit is short by design, so it fits into a larger afternoon rather than replacing it.


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