02/17/09

Ming Court Rocks!

by Sisco2100

Wow.. that?s all we can say. We went to Ming Court while on a trip in Orlando this past December. It was recommended by the hotel?s guest service person, who by the way, was setting up appointments to see Hilton vacation Club timeshare. We didn?t do that ? and believe me, you got to watch these guys! Any rate, Chinese food is usually not my first pick, but one of my wife's favorite. I take it all back. I have never had such great Chinese food. The menu at Ming Court is unbelievable? tons of stuff, from steak to sushi, and an amazing selection of Dim Sum appetizers. Never saw anything like it. I had Shrimp with Walnuts and it was out of this world. My wife had Chicken with basil and she loved it too. This is a big restaurant with one side has a large pond area ? very pretty. And they have live music (no cover charge). I really liked this place and recommend it to anyone who likes above average Chinese food and I will say, also at the average price. Great place in my opinion.

• Pros: Great location on I-drive, Good value for money, casual environment.
• Cons: Can be busy at night during conventions.

05/09/06

Ambience Makes Up for the So-So Food

by leeannw

If you're looking for an adventure in entertainment dining, regardless of how the food actually tastes, then this place is for you. If you're like me and you like good food, keep looking.

We had the Fried Dumplings which were acceptable (too chewy). The chef specialty Seafood in a Szechuan Sauce was actually nice, but I've had far better (tomatoes were nice touch). The Hot & Sour Soup was solid. The Pork Lo Mein was the most tasteless Chinese dish I've ever had. Ming Court, if you're reading this, my advice is to revisit that Lo Mein recipe and stop using the spaghetti that was on sale at Publix.

Service was amazing. The musicians were fantastic, a duo was playing the guzheng and erhu. I think we saw the woman playing the guzheng at the Chinese pavilion at Epcot.

• Pros: Service, Entertainment, Ambience
• Cons: Food, Food, Food

03/17/06

mmmmhhhh..dimsum.

by kelvin88

seriously, this place is FANTASTIC. don't think. eat. go now. i recommend getting dim sum if you're a fan, but the wok and sushi selections are out of this world. for dim sum--the pepper shrimp. wow.

09/08/05

Luxury with down to hearth prices

by sheilamaria

Is a family and business restaurant. Food is great, personnel too!!! Love the outdoor view. Highly recommended!

07/13/05

great dim sum!

by mk407

I absolutely love this place. Dinner or lunch - all the food is excellent! Their crispy tofu item off their dim sum menu is one of my favorites, definitely one of the main reasons I keep going back. Atmosphere is great for a group dining experience. Also a good place to take those out of towners.

• Pros: dim sum selection!
• Cons: no ala carte service

07/26/04

It's Marvelous ...

by colonelbright

I have been going to Ming Court about once a month for over 3 years ... and I'm still going. That is a mere reflection of the variety of food and drink you can enjoy at this wonderful restaurant. It is all good ...from the dim sum (tiny morsels from Heaven) to the full scale entrees, this place does not disappoint. Everything is well defined and tasty, and the service staff is extremely friendly and helpful. From fresh seafood to tasty pork shu mai to spring rolls to corn and chicken chowder, this is the ultimate ... it compares favorably with what you get in Hong Kong, New York or San Francisco --- and you dont have to travel very far. Stop by soon and ask for Michael, the GM... and tell him The Colonel sent you!

• Pros: good parking, spacious seating, excellent waitstaff

04/28/04

Excellent Dim Sum

by bofandvictoria

The Ming Court is a refreshing alternative to the usual tourist choices on I-drive. The Dim Sum is easily on par with anything served in Vancouver, Seattle, or San Fran. The dinner choices are also excellent. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a traditional Dim Sum meal. Good sushi too.

• Pros: varied menu, prompt service
• Cons: , parking fills quickly

04/01/04

Gourmet traditional Chinese cuisine (especially the dim sum) that's great for the whole family.

by Contributor

The Scene
View the serpentine cloud wall crowned by engraved sea-green Chinese tiles in the entryway and you know you've entered an exceptional Chinese restaurant. The interior is softly lit with candles, while glass-walled terrace rooms overlooking a lotus pond filled with colorful koi add to the mood. Ming Court's innovative menu offers specialties from diverse regions of China, and often features fresh Florida seafood. The fast and friendly service tends to back up when conventioneers take over the I-Drive strip.

The Food
Request a dim sum menu upon seating and choose from selections like chicken and rice cooked in a lotus leaf or steamed chicken buns. Or begin with a variety of appetizers such as wok-charred Mandarin pot stickers, crispy wontons stuffed with vegetables and cream cheese, and wok-smoked shiitake mushrooms topped with sauteed scallions. The entrees, including a deep-fried chicken breast served with a delicate lemon-tangerine sauce, are as entrancing as the decor.

• Pros: amazing dim sum
• Cons: noisy

10/31/02

superb

by dk4sberg

Consistantly the best chinese food anywhere. Service is always great and the food matches it. From the appetizers to the deserts, we have never had anything bad.

• Pros: good parking, moderately priced