Crystal Palace Chinese - Argyll Bute

I would give this restaurant a zero star rating if possible, not just 1 star. We went for dinner last weekend and should have been more wary since there was nobody else there, especially on a Saturday night. After waiting 45 minutes, our starters arrived, but they barely resembled food. The prawn toast was oily and unpleasant, and the chicken satay was cold. We made the mistake of peeking into the kitchen while using the restroom, and it was not a pretty sight. It's a mystery how this place is still open, as it clearly doesn't meet food hygiene and safety standards. Avoid at all costs.

I would recommend avoiding this restaurant. When we arrived, there was only one other table with two people seated. We waited 40 minutes for our starters, but our main courses arrived before we had finished. The food was disappointing - the chips were rubbery, the chicken balls were overcooked and burnt, the rice was cold and overly sweet, and the sweet and sour sauce tasted like vinegar and was too runny. The curry sauce was thick, cold, and congealed, more like what you would expect from a chip shop rather than a Chinese restaurant. Overall, it was a total waste of £33.

The restaurant is located next to the fisherman's pier, but unfortunately, all their food is frozen, including the seafood. The restaurant itself is run-down and the decor looks old. The service is slow, but on the bright side, they always have tables available, even during busy times in town.

Decided on a Chinese as too tired after a long day to cook for ourselves. Very average and over priced. Chips were not fresh and sweet sour veg, although it came with a lot of sauce, was very boring and unadventurous! We ordered a takeaway, but sat inside to wait. Had all the atmosphere of a damp cave. Wouldn't use again.

This was so fresh and delicious, the sweetcorn soup was one of the nicest I've ever had. I wish I lived closer so I could go again and again!