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Overall:Average of 3.6 out of 76 reviews

Credibility Score: 53%
Visited: 13/04/2012
Posted: 17/04/2012
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User: stephenw105
Joined: 13/07/2010
12 reviews
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2.5
Went here on a Friday evening before a Rugby match. We were seated downstairs and have to say it was a little unpleasant and depressing place even with most of the tables full. Staff were professional and friendly. We shared the spring rolls which were probably the worst I've had in a Chinese restaurant, like they had been cooked twice and too long making the pastry too hard and at €7 way to expensive. For mains I had the Chicken in Chilli and garlic sauce (€19) which was grand, nothing special. My friend had the fillet of beef with scallions (€22) which she loved. Adding €7.60 to the bill for fried rice I felt was far too much on top of the high prices charged for the mains. Along with a €25 euro bottle of wine which really should not be more than €18 because it was plonk made an unjust expense for the experience. I won't be going back at these prices.
Credibility Score: 86%
Visited: 25/08/2011
Posted: 07/09/2011
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User: GinoG
Joined: 26/02/2007
38 reviews
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5.0
Went here with 9 work collegues for the new lunch special, and I have to say, we all loved the food. Excellent value, and really high quality food. Very tasty! Going back again tomorrow. It may become the new Friday lunch spot!
Credibility Score: 49%
Visited: 25/03/2011
Posted: 12/05/2011
First Timer
User: Scarlet7
Joined: 07/07/2008
1 reviews
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4.5
This is the place to go for a special night out. It's not cheap, but then you have to pay more for a bit of finesse. The quality of the food is high and the staff are excellent. Great wine list.
Credibility Score: 41%
Visited: 23/10/2010
Posted: 10/12/2010
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User: lulu311
Joined: 28/03/2010
11 reviews
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3.0
Visited midweek with a couple of friends. It was busy but practically deathly silent. The room is very oddly shaped and you definitely feel like you're in a basement. The staff were friendly and attentive. The food was of a good standard but nothing special. Over all felt like it was poor value for what we got.
Credibility Score: 40%
Visited: 17/09/2010
Posted: 21/09/2010
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User: Steven_G
Joined: 15/12/2008
6 reviews
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4.0
Went on a Friday night for a family birthday. It wasn't too busy, food was nice and tasty. Service was very good. The water they serve is pretty mank, you get a real taste of tap water off it. Other than that, it was a lovely meal and would go back again.
Credibility Score: 86%
Visited: 20/04/2010
Posted: 21/04/2010
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User: trix
Joined: 23/05/2007
77 reviews
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4.0
Lovely chinese last night. Started off with salt and chilli prawns to start - a small enough portion, but which were very tasty! For my main I had the house special curry with fried rice & it was very good too - nice and hot & plenty of beef, chicken, duck, pork and prawns! Along with a few glasses of a nice crisp white wine, it made for a lovely meal.
Credibility Score: 31%
Visited: 12/12/2009
Posted: 15/01/2010
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User: bow.bow
Joined: 01/04/2008
2 reviews
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5.0
had a great night out with friends at kites recently.. best Chinese in dublin
Credibility Score: 33%
Visited: 20/12/2009
Posted: 07/01/2010
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User: badger2009
Joined: 07/01/2010
18 reviews
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5.0
Very nice restaurant. Fod was excellent and service great.
Credibility Score: 91%
Visited: 20/11/2009
Posted: 06/01/2010
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User: helena1984
Joined: 14/09/2008
23 reviews
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4.5
I have to admit that the only time I have been to Kites have been on work lunches and I have thouroughly enjoyed all of them. From the moment you are met at the door and shown to your seat the staff are nothing but polite and helpful and do all they can to ensure that you enjoy your meal and visit. They are quite willing to offer advice on the different ways the dishes are prepared and also happy to vary it a little if so requested. I would highly reccommend a visit to Kites.
Credibility Score: 47%
Visited: 08/11/2009
Posted: 13/11/2009
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User: sophisticateddiner
Joined: 26/08/2007
14 reviews
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4.5
4 of us had a wonderful meal at Kites on Sunday night. The food was superb. I had prawns (Schezwan) fabulous... 2 stir friend fillet of beef and a lovely chicken dish (I`ve forgotten which one). Starters, scallops for me, a combination plate for 2 and tempura prawns were all considered wonderful. The staff are unobtrusive but helpful. We Will be back.
Credibility Score: 38%
Visited: 09/10/2009
Posted: 04/11/2009
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User: chompchomp
Joined: 11/08/2009
11 reviews
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4.0
Upstairs room great for a group. Twenty people went for lunch and the service was very good. Most of the food looked great, but I was disappointed in my duck - not enough meat and no vegetables at all with the dish. Wine menu good value.
Credibility Score: 92%
Visited: 02/09/2009
Posted: 03/09/2009
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User: superfoodie1
Joined: 08/08/2009
30 reviews
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5.0
Arrived at 10pm last night looking for a table for two, no reservation, and was immediatly shown to a quiet table away from the other diners which was what I wanted (without being prompted.) The manager poured our wine while our table was waited on by a lovely friendly girl (whom we hardly noticed as food arrived and plates were cleared promptly, but not too promptly.) We shared a yuk sung starter (excellent and substantial portions for one person.) The chicken was succelent and the dish expertly prepared. I neglect to say that the zinfindel (31 euro a bottle) was great with the food. We also shared a prawn dish (cannot remember the name) which was fresh, expertly spiced and we orderd the boiled rice option (perfect.) My impression of this meal last night was my usual impression every time I leave here - the best chineese food and hosts in town. You won't be disappointed and suprisingly, the cost is reasonable when measured against other restaurants of this standard and location. This is a great spot for a christmas party too. I was seated downstairs last night but I remember coming here and enjoying the party some years back.
Credibility Score: 84%
Visited: 14/08/2009
Posted: 20/08/2009
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User: sarahindublin
Joined: 16/09/2007
55 reviews
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4.0
th best Chinese in Dublin I think. The staff are always so friendly and really good at suggesting how much food your group should need! I really love their chicken and broccoli, it is delicious.
Credibility Score: 58%
Visited: 27/03/2009
Posted: 27/05/2009
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User: Sab
Joined: 21/07/2008
16 reviews
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5.0
We had dinner here for an easy inexpensive girly night,we all had starters and main course and a bottle of wine between 4 and the cost of the meal came to 31 euro each (incl. tip). The food here is superb and the staff are brilliant. I have been here a few times in 2008 and it still remain a firm favourite betwwen me and the girlies. Would definately recommend it.
Credibility Score: 74%
Visited: 21/03/2009
Posted: 08/05/2009
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User: Fussy Jim
Joined: 11/04/2007
28 reviews
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4.5
We arrived looking for a table for two with no reservation about 9.30pm. The staff were more than helpful and we were shown to a lovely window table. I have been coming to Kites for a number of years and yet again was not disappointed. Great starters and main dishes of prawns and chicken were top class. If you want to try a fantastic Chinese then go to Kites - no matter how far you have to travel, you will have a lovely night
Credibility Score: 88%
Visited: 25/04/2009
Posted: 27/04/2009
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User: gcoz
Joined: 25/09/2007
89 reviews
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3.0
Went here on Saturday as a foursome; had heard a lot of things about the place over the years and was dying to try it. The place was humming at 9 pm and the decor was very pleasing - however the food was just ok (for me). I'd the tempura king prawns that were ok but a little greasy followed by the steamed sea bass with ginger and spring onions - by the time this was boned it was freezing cold. Th others liked theirs but mainly stayed on usual Irish style Chinese fare. Will go back but first impressions were mixed.
Credibility Score: 43%
Visited: 01/04/2009
Posted: 06/04/2009
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User: rosbif
Joined: 02/03/2009
16 reviews
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4.5
My partner ate at Kites about four years ago on a business trip and had raved about it. We finally got there last Wednesday and it did not disappoint. The service was warm and friendly, and judging from how many customers were greeted by name, they must have a lot of regulars which is a great sign. The food was delicious with not a hint of the dreaded msg. We tried Wan Ton soup, chicken Yuk Sung, chicken in oyster sauce and black peppered beef, all of which was excellent. A nice touch was being offered a complimentary extra helping of rice to finish out the meal - a gesture that costs little, but will be rewarded with, at least, a return visit!
Credibility Score: 88%
Visited: 15/03/2009
Posted: 15/03/2009
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User: charly
Joined: 30/11/2006
66 reviews
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5.0
Never fails to impress their food is always fresh and tasty.Lovely athmosphere and friendly staff.
Credibility Score: 49%
Visited: 15/02/2009
Posted: 01/03/2009
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User: minty1
Joined: 01/03/2009
18 reviews
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4.5
Lovely spot, very cosy, staff very helpful and not to in your face. plenty of food to go around!!
Credibility Score: 23%
Visited: 07/01/2009
Posted: 01/02/2009
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User: sirscoby
Joined: 01/02/2009
2 reviews
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4.0
Food was really nice and the staff are so friendly. The presentation and taste of the food is excellent and I think its great value for money if you fancy a night out in Ballsbridge.
Credibility Score: 36%
Visited: 16/01/2009
Posted: 27/01/2009
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User: meljhart
Joined: 03/07/2008
12 reviews
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4.0
Tried Kite on a random chance walking around Ballsbridge. It was a good restaurant, the food was nice, and couldn't fault the service. It is pretty expensive, and not sure if you are getting what you pay for, they do a few extra things like have gas burners under your main dishes so they don't get cold, but I'm not sure if these little extras justify pretty expensive prices. The starters are really small for an average of €9 so would prob just skip starters next time and have a main, especially seen as items such as boiled rice are €3 extra a pop as well. Is a good choice though if you feel like treating yourself. Recommend if you make a booking that you request to be seated upstairs, the downstairs is a bit dark and cavernous.
Credibility Score: 51%
Visited: 22/01/2009
Posted: 22/01/2009
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User: tinasparkle
Joined: 22/01/2009
2 reviews
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3.5
Went to Kites a few Fridays ago. We decided to go there as they serve until 11.30 pm and it was getting late. The service is pretty good: i.e. no annoying waiters checking if you are ok 100 times during diner like most chinese restaurants. And the food is yummy. It is slightly expensive but you get what you pay for. Would highly recommend it over other asian restaurants in Ballsbridge.
Credibility Score: 79%
Visited: 12/01/2009
Posted: 15/01/2009
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User: markc
Joined: 09/09/2008
25 reviews
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3.5
I was in Kites for lunch, its a nice place with nice food, I would recommend it for lunch.
Credibility Score: 77%
Visited: 07/11/2008
Posted: 12/12/2008
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User: buffy
Joined: 07/07/2007
30 reviews
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2.5
I like this place, it's ok but I don't think it really lives up to the hype. Yes the food is good, but so it should be for the price they charge. I do like their selection of wines but again I think they are overpriced. I would come back here more often if it wasn't so expensive.
Credibility Score: 61%
Visited: 12/12/2008
Posted: 12/12/2008
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User: andyhughes1954
Joined: 01/07/2008
12 reviews
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3.0
The food is the real winner at Kites, very good portions of tasty and professionally prepared food. Why are the staff so ambivalent?
Credibility Score: 22%
Visited: 06/12/2008
Posted: 06/12/2008
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User: fatvegan
Joined: 12/05/2008
3 reviews
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3.0
Have eaten here on many occasions and always very good food. Most recently though I found the food not up to its usual standards which when you consider the price I would question its value for money. I think they need to try harder to keep the regulars coming.
Credibility Score: 32%
Visited: 02/12/2008
Posted: 02/12/2008
Foodie
User: francois-darjini
Joined: 20/11/2008
7 reviews
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4.5
I went there on a friday nigth it is actually a Great restaurant , the food is fabulous, I had the Fillet Beef In Black Pepper Sauce and my girlfriend had the House Special Curry which also was very good, the location is really nice as it is closed to RDS. I recommend it.
Credibility Score: 95%
Visited: 14/11/2008
Posted: 14/11/2008
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User: Eamon07
Joined: 07/11/2008
98 reviews
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3.5
Mixed reviews of this place. Service was delightful and the staff were always on hand to help. Although i dont think the food lived up to its price tag, not to say the food was bad it was quite nice....
Credibility Score: 81%
Visited: 26/10/2008
Posted: 27/10/2008
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User: DaisyPembroke
Joined: 28/09/2008
49 reviews
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3.5
I absolutely love this place! The food is great and the staff are so friendly. It is a bit pricey, but well worth it. I love the sweet and sour chicken, and the chicken and broccoli. Good ice-cream for dessert too!
Credibility Score: 36%
Visited: 24/08/2008
Posted: 27/08/2008
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User: 58ers
Joined: 15/07/2008
8 reviews
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3.5
Lovely meal here for 8 last Sat night but I found the room (to the left at top of stairs) very noisy. I think the noise level increased dramatically when we arrived but I felt it was incredibly noisy and put me off my dinner. Food was lovely though not enough iceberg lettuce for 2 of us having Yuk Sung. Very nice staff. Yes, beware of clampers outside 24hrs.
Credibility Score: 39%
Visited: 11/08/2008
Posted: 18/08/2008
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User: djwi812sd
Joined: 10/07/2008
11 reviews
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3.0
love this place, good food and good service...its resonably priced also, would recommend for a family dinner
Credibility Score: 88%
Visited: 18/05/2008
Posted: 11/07/2008
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User: fozzieisit
Joined: 13/12/2006
46 reviews
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3.5
Had heard great reviews about this place, so decided to give it a try, was nice but nothing spectacular, have heard recently they may have changed chef? service was good, food was nice, can be a bit pricey though!
Credibility Score: 77%
Visited: 03/04/2008
Posted: 05/07/2008
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User: FinerDiners
Joined: 05/07/2008
36 reviews
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5.0
Kites has lots of authentic Chinese options and serves each dish piping hot in a tray with a tea light candle to keep it warm. It's pricey, but well worth it. Very flavorful, very clean.
Credibility Score: 90%
Visited: 10/04/2008
Posted: 13/05/2008
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User: lucyeats
Joined: 16/07/2007
50 reviews
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2.5
Our second visit to Kites was a big disappointment - the hoi sin duck to start was lovely but prawn and beef main courses tasted like cheap take away - gloopy MSG tasteless sauces, one glass of wine and one beer and a bill of over 120 euro left a bad taste we won't be back to try again. My boyfriend and I are here one evening in the run up to Christmas. Kites was recommended as one of the best Chinese restaurants in Dublin and we wouldn't argue! The staff were friendly and attentive, the food was excellent, particularly the aromatic duck. On the expensive side for chinese but worth it.
Credibility Score: 33%
Visited: 01/05/2008
Posted: 07/05/2008
Foodie
User: plasticpaddy31
Joined: 03/02/2008
8 reviews
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3.5
Ate here on the spur of the moment last week... a very nice restaurant. Eyes were bigger thann our bellies though! We ordered 1 starter (spicy pork pancakes) to share & 2 main courses (Duo Prawn dish & Chicken stir fry). Nearly had to be lifted out by crane!! Food was fantastically tasty but portions are huge! Staff were lovely & friendly. The only downside to a great meal was that I honestly found it hard to sleep that night... do they use MSG and if so was it a little heavy handed? Will defo go back but will ask a little more about ingredients. Also, watch out... you have to pay for on-street parking until 12 midnight outside. Not the restaurants fault, but we did see quite a few cars being clamped at 10.30pm. Now that would ruin your meal!
Credibility Score: 43%
Visited: 29/04/2008
Posted: 06/05/2008
Foodie
User: northsidesouthside
Joined: 31/10/2007
10 reviews
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4.5
Was in Kites recently. The best chinese in Dublin as far as I'm concerned. The Aromatic Crispy Duck in pancakes is amazing and the selection of beers and wines is great. The service was friendly and corteous. It's a bit on the pricey side compared to other places and they don't offer discounts for take aways, but the quality of food justifies this.
Credibility Score: 20%
Visited: 19/04/2008
Posted: 23/04/2008
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User: lunn
Joined: 23/04/2008
1 reviews
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3.0
We ate here as a group of ten girls. A lovely meal spoiled by the attitude of the staff. Our waiter came to us at 8.50p.m and told us he would order our taxi, even though he had'nt been asked to do so. Then while we were waiting on our taxi and four girls had gone in the first cab and the others were in the loo i was asked to wait outside until the taxi arrived! i was disgusted at this attitude and nobody would expect a girl on their own to stand outside. They could not wait to get rid of us and re-set the table for the next sitting.Please note we were not a rowdy bunch of girls, we were having a very quiet meal! Won't be in a hurry to rush back which is a shame as food was good.
Credibility Score: 73%
Visited: 05/04/2008
Posted: 06/04/2008
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User: anoilc
Joined: 15/06/2007
26 reviews
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5.0
I have always liked Kites, but for some reason had not been for a number of years. There was 10 of us going for dinner and I wondered how it would compare to 'the good old days'. I was not disappointed. All 10 of us chose to go for the set dinner, which consisted of Yuk Sung, combination starters, 5 different main courses (2 duck, chicken, fillet beef and prawn) and tea/coffee. Everything, and I mean everything, was excellent and the service was impeccable. We had 5 bottles of (house) wine and 2 extra desserts. The bill, including service, was 110 euro per couple, which we all agreed was superb value for what we got. Can't wait to go back.
Credibility Score: 42%
Visited: 31/01/2008
Posted: 04/02/2008
Foodie
User: BusinessDiner
Joined: 18/04/2007
9 reviews
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4.0
I was given a gift voucher for Christmas for Kites and I decided that I would take my daughter there as a special treat. I would have to say we could not fault the food or the service. The only reservation that I would have about Kites is the cost. We each had a starter, main course and a dessert. Three diet cokes between us. Total cost 98 Euro. It is a nice place, but you can certainly get better food, at a lower cost else where
Credibility Score: 26%
Visited: 02/02/2008
Posted: 03/02/2008
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User: veropat
Joined: 17/01/2008
3 reviews
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4.5
Totally Love this place, the staff are lovely, the food is great. Cant find any fault with the place. The best Chinese in Dublin, maybe even Ireland!! cant wait to go back again.
Credibility Score: 35%
Visited: 08/01/2008
Posted: 30/01/2008
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User: Paperboy
Joined: 17/09/2007
6 reviews
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4.5
I have been a customer at Kites for years. The location is very convenient, and the service is good. It is a great Chinese retaurant, and I love the duck!
Credibility Score: 82%
Visited: 12/12/2007
Posted: 13/12/2007
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User: steiner
Joined: 10/08/2007
35 reviews
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4.5
I found the opposite experience to the last two posters. There yesterday for Lunch with colleagues. I'm usually quite wary of Restaurants when you make a large booking around Christmas time. However absolutely no complaints (excepts Desserts and that was only minor, Chinese Restaurant desserts aren't particularly exciting!) However the food was really good, in terms of choice and quality. The staff efficient and friendly. Our group wasn't rushed and they coped with the diverse orders very well. Thai Fish Cakes good as a starter, A wide variety of dishes were had by the gang and everyone was happy. I'd go back again in fact I plan to after the New Year. In my book it's a test of a restaurant if the food is up to standard when they are dealing with large groups and particular during the Holiday Season.
Credibility Score: 35%
Visited: 06/10/2007
Posted: 30/10/2007
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User: orouke
Joined: 25/09/2007
4 reviews
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2.0
My uncle and I ate here on Saturday. The restaurant is small and the table is small too. There wasn’t enough room to accommodate plates of dishes on the table. Having finished with the starters, main courses arrived within a few minutes. We had little time to digest and enjoy. The food and service was okay but it was quite rushing. Decoration is outdated and atmosphere was lacking. Overall, 2 stars.
Credibility Score: 37%
Visited: 05/10/2007
Posted: 22/10/2007
Foodie
User: nelson1010
Joined: 25/09/2007
8 reviews
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1.5
It was disgraceful! My Girl friend and I had a night out here. The restaurant does not offer an enjoyable atmosphere, rather we felt a pressurized by their staff. They always kept watching us. More importantly the food is not as good as what some of the reviews said. Disappointed!
Credibility Score: 76%
Visited: 16/10/2007
Posted: 16/10/2007
Guru
User: twinrebecca
Joined: 10/10/2007
107 reviews
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3.5
Love this restaurant. Food is amazing and service is impeccable. Atmosphere is cosy and relaxing, perfect place for a family get together.
Credibility Score: 62%
Visited: 01/09/2007
Posted: 30/09/2007
Connoisseur
User: chicken
Joined: 28/12/2006
14 reviews
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3.5
This restaurant was recommended by a few friends as the best Chinese in Dublin so we went in one Saturday night. Staff were friendly and the food was very nice, and priced accordingly. Someone else here mentions the layout: it does seem that a redesign could make the place seem a bit more spacious but other than that I'd have nothing negative to say about here.
Credibility Score: 37%
Visited: 01/09/2007
Posted: 18/09/2007
Foodie
User: Dublingirl
Joined: 15/09/2007
8 reviews
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5.0
Absolutely love this restaurant. Have been about 4 times since July. The service is great; the food is brilliant and its not too expensive either. My boyfriend and I got 2 starters 2main courses, a bottle of wine, and two beers for under €100. I will definitely go back again.
Credibility Score: 88%
Visited: 27/08/2007
Posted: 17/09/2007
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User: aliswaine
Joined: 17/09/2007
61 reviews
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1.0
Definitely the best Chinese restaurant I’ve ever been to. Staff are so friendly and the food is amazing. The have the most amazing starter which consists of lettuce leaves and a mince sauce-I would go just for this! The portions sizes are perfect, not to big. Sweet and sour chicken is lovely too.
Credibility Score: 88%
Visited: 24/08/2007
Posted: 24/08/2007
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User: Pi31415
Joined: 04/12/2006
83 reviews
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3.5
The people I've taken to Kites think it's wonderful. I've been back three times this year solely on the basis of convenience. It remains 'OK' and I would still struggle to class it as 'wonderful'. There is little by way of atmosphere but thankfully no loud music. The Szechuan is too bland to hit the spot for me - but the spicy pork yuk sung starter is fun and the lemon chicken quite 'lemony'!
Credibility Score: 69%
Visited: 23/08/2007
Posted: 23/08/2007
Connoisseur
User: munch
Joined: 01/12/2006
19 reviews
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5.0
I ate here not so long ago and the food was lovely. Nicest Chinese around. Staff were very attentive and lovely. Only problem was the layout could have been better. I would definitely go again though.
Credibility Score: 33%
Visited: 16/08/2007
Posted: 16/08/2007
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User: dalongfella
Joined: 16/08/2007
4 reviews
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2.5
One of my favourite Chinese restaurants in Dublin for food. Quite pricey but as I live in the general area I have become accustomed to the high prices. The only real problem I have with the place is the layout: Downstairs isn't too bad but upstairs is absolutely dreadful. My advice is to definitely try it out but when booking ask to be seated downstairs.
Credibility Score: 75%
Visited: 13/08/2007
Posted: 13/08/2007
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User: flashgordon
Joined: 09/08/2007
34 reviews
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4.5
Fantastic Chinese food but pricey. I’ve never had a meal here that I didn't like. I honestly feel there is better value out there but I suppose, restaurants in Ballsbridge can charge what they like.
Credibility Score: 55%
Visited: 10/08/2007
Posted: 10/08/2007
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User: trilby
Joined: 17/04/2007
15 reviews
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4.0
The food at Kites is very tasty, and the menu is quite extensive. I have eaten upstairs there many times, generally in a party of four people, and would recommend this as a venue for groups. It can be very noisy and bustling at weekends or anytime there is a major event on in the nearby RDS, as a lot of diners descend in large groups. Whilst this adds greatly to the convivial atmosphere, couples out for a meal may feel a little overwhelmed (it's generally not too busy on week-day evenings though). Like many restaurants around Ballsbridge, Kites has an excellent value lunch menu, with prices rising considerably for an evening meal. The service is attentive and professional.
Credibility Score: 52%
Visited: 01/08/2007
Posted: 01/08/2007
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User: Neecie
Joined: 13/07/2007
11 reviews
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2.5
This was my first visit to Kites - I had heard so much about it for many years, so I was probably expecting too much. The starters came and I had the fillet beef rolls. They were nice but nothing amazing. For main course I had scallops with ginger and spring onion, again they were nice but nothing great. I went with a party of five people and everyone ordered different things and were all quite happy with what they got. The reason I wasn't too impressed was I felt it was overpriced. Having also to buy the rice separately is to me a rip off. The main courses are pricey enough and should come with rice. I feel that restaurants feel sometimes that they can charge what they want once they have a good name. Well in my opinion it was nice but average and overpriced for what we got. I wouldn't be going back as there are so many more restaurants in Dublin to try and overpriced restaurants like this should remember that.
Credibility Score: 59%
Visited: 20/07/2007
Posted: 20/07/2007
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User: soyoban
Joined: 20/07/2007
22 reviews
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4.0
Myself and my husband went to the Rod Stewart concert last week and we went in early to avoid traffic and have dinner before the concert, and Kites it was, service was excellent, it was fast and friendly. Food was delicious especially there fillet of beef Rolls, and we felt it was excellent value for money.
Credibility Score: 55%
Visited: 11/07/2007
Posted: 11/07/2007
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User: madfoodlover
Joined: 24/06/2007
16 reviews
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5.0
Oh my god, I just loved this place!! Firstly, the service was fantastic, waiters all lovely, especially the headwaiter who was hilarious and so friendly. Really make you feel welcome. Secondly, its so much bigger than it looks from the inside, and so its spaced out nicely, not over-crowded, which I hate! Food was perfect; I had chicken satay for starters which was just so tasty, served on a bed of delicious crispy noodles. Yum. Had chicken curry for main course, could not have been better! And seriously don’t start me on their delicious range of deserts! I’m just hungry thinking about it now!!
Credibility Score: 76%
Visited: 26/06/2007
Posted: 26/06/2007
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User: yvesi
Joined: 23/06/2007
35 reviews
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4.5
Lovely little restaurant for a quiet lunch. The staff were really most pleasant and the food is quite good however I wouldn't say it’s the best Chinese ever! I had the vegetable chow mien and it was bland and a tad on the greasy side. Also we ordered from a set menu which included tea/coffee but they slapped on an extra €2.60 to the bill because my friend had a cappuccino instead of a regular coffee. Wasn’t happy about that, but overall this is definitely a nice place.
Credibility Score: 76%
Visited: 15/06/2007
Posted: 15/06/2007
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User: hilmon
Joined: 27/05/2007
29 reviews
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5.0
Best Chinese Restaurant in Dublin! And if you don't believe me, just look at the other reviews. A perfect mix of tasteful decor, relaxing atmosphere, impeccable service and divinely delicious food, and a great wine list too. My mouth is watering just thinking about this place. If you like Chinese food and you're in Dublin, it would be a crime not to eat here!
Credibility Score: 35%
Visited: 10/06/2007
Posted: 10/06/2007
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User: Officeshop
Joined: 10/06/2007
2 reviews
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5.0
Best Chinese in Ireland and I have tried a lot of them down the years.
Credibility Score: 38%
Visited: 04/06/2007
Posted: 04/06/2007
Foodie
User: swaine55
Joined: 04/06/2007
6 reviews
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5.0
The food tastes so good its unreal. You must try it! There is noting bad to say about it!!
Credibility Score: 79%
Visited: 28/05/2007
Posted: 28/05/2007
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User: foodguru
Joined: 27/05/2007
37 reviews
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5.0
Great location usually go there after a rugby game, Food is great and surface is super, I prefer the upstairs dining room but it is a great place to go in groups.
Credibility Score: 88%
Visited: 28/05/2007
Posted: 28/05/2007
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User: Pod
Joined: 19/12/2006
41 reviews
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5.0
Probably one of the nicest Chinese restaurants I've been in - food and service was top class - couldn’t fault it. Well worth a visit.
Credibility Score: 41%
Visited: 21/05/2007
Posted: 21/05/2007
Foodie
User: lunasa
Joined: 21/05/2007
10 reviews
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4.5
By far the best Chinese in Dublin - yes it is a little more expensive but it is worth it!! Yuk Sung to start with followed by Monkfish Pepper Black Bean Sauce! Really friendly staff and will always remember you if you have been there before!!
Credibility Score: 74%
Visited: 12/05/2007
Posted: 12/05/2007
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User: elle34
Joined: 23/02/2007
29 reviews
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5.0
Best Chinese in Dublin. Food is great; service very friendly- Dumplings starters are yummy- Recommended.
Credibility Score: 40%
Visited: 16/04/2007
Posted: 16/04/2007
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User: annfield
Joined: 28/03/2007
7 reviews
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5.0
This is the best Chinese in Dublin. We were there Saturday evening and the food, service, atmosphere were all fantastic. There is nothing that I could fault. Looking forward to going back next weekend!!
Credibility Score: 86%
Visited: 12/03/2007
Posted: 12/03/2007
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User: km
Joined: 18/07/2006
45 reviews
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3.5
Kites provide well above average Chinese food (by Dublin standards anyway) but at a price. The yuk sum for starters is delicious and main courses are served in very ample portions. The surroundings are quite pleasant - crisp linen tablecloths, proper cutlery etc. I have found service to be frosty on occasions, but never actually "technically" bad. If you like Chinese food and need a restaurant that has a little bit more style and grace than usual, Kites will fit the bill. My main reservations would be on price, where despite the standard of cooking, I think they fall short on value.
Credibility Score: 36%
Visited: 09/03/2007
Posted: 09/03/2007
Newbie
User: sherryb
Joined: 08/03/2007
4 reviews
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5.0
This is a beautiful place to head for a top quality meal - the service is efficient in a very pleasant atmosphere and the food is excellent. 100% recommend.
Credibility Score: 88%
Visited: 07/03/2007
Posted: 07/03/2007
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User: caoils
Joined: 21/11/2006
65 reviews
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4.5
As Chinese food goes it is one of the nicest places I have eaten in - service is quick and great and food is extremely tasty- would recommend the prawn tempura to start- absolutely delicious.
Credibility Score: 37%
Visited: 18/02/2007
Posted: 18/02/2007
Newbie
User: ger8472
Joined: 18/02/2007
4 reviews
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4.5
Went here with party of 8 and really really enjoyed the food. Recommend the duck stuffed with prawns. Staff were very friendly and had to be forced to take the tip! They sat us beside the door and was a little drafty. House white wine is very good.
Credibility Score: 40%
Visited: 01/02/2007
Posted: 01/02/2007
Newbie
User: reevsie
Joined: 09/02/2007
5 reviews
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5.0
We used to visit fairly regular but found the quality of the food had declined, we returned two weeks ago and we were pleased to find that everything was back to its excellent best. We are booking again for this weekend and couldn't recommend this Chinese highly enough.
Credibility Score: 53%
Visited: 31/01/2007
Posted: 31/01/2007
Connoisseur
User: Banana
Joined: 18/12/2006
14 reviews
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4.5
Food is of a reasonably high standard. The headwaiter is hilarious and very welcoming. One of a very few proper Chinese restaurants in Dublin.
Credibility Score: 78%
Visited: 29/01/2007
Posted: 29/01/2007
Guru
User: kenu1971
Joined: 18/12/2006
29 reviews
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4.0
Very nice but expensive Chinese - excellent service and a lovely place to eat.
Credibility Score: 38%
Visited: 03/01/2007
Posted: 03/01/2007
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User: gerrimoran
Joined: 03/01/2007
2 reviews
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5.0
This restaurant has to be the best Chinese I have ever eaten in. The food, service and atmosphere were absolutely perfect. Although quite pricey it is definitely worth the price you pay even just for a treat every now and again highly recommended!
Credibility Score: 86%
Visited: 15/12/2006
Posted: 15/12/2006
Guru
User: bartholomew
Joined: 14/12/2006
74 reviews
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4.0
This is the nicest Chinese in Dublin, a must try.
Credibility Score: 41%
Visited: 30/11/2006
Posted: 30/11/2006
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User: Emesmcg
Joined: 30/11/2006
4 reviews
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5.0
This is by far one of the top places to eat in Dublin. Quite pricy but worth every penny.
Credibility Score: 51%
Visited: 20/06/2006
Posted: 20/06/2006
Foodie
User: ciara
Joined: 16/05/2006
7 reviews
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5.0
I LOVE this place; from the white linen tablecloths right down to the heavy bone china, when I'm in Kites I feel like I'm really eating out; none of this paper napkin lark here I tell you. The staff are fabulous and the food is even better, you haven't lived until you've eaten their monkfish in blackbean sauce.... Again, it's quite pricey, so bring someone with a big fat wallet, or expect to burn that credit card later on in the month.


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