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Eastern City Chinese Restaurant

7 Hillcrest Rd, Pennant Hills NSW 2120, Australia

Recommended by 26 people

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Find Eastern City Chinese Restaurant

7 Hillcrest Rd, Pennant Hills NSW 2120, Australia

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+61 413 328 597
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Eastern City Chinese Restaurant

Tucked up an arcade stairway in Pennant Hills, this second-floor Cantonese banquet stalwart serves up pure retro comfort alongside serious kitchen flexibility. Regulars lean on the expansive dining room for easy family gatherings where nobody has to stress over dietary needs—the kitchen readily adapts dishes across the menu for gluten-free guests. Expect vintage seventies wood paneling, an entrance fish tank, and well-seasoned banquet classics, from tender Mongolian lamb pancakes and crisp salt and pepper calamari to starter plates of mermaid’s tresses tossed with pork floss and cashews.

  • Retro Dining Room: Second-floor dining hall equipped with vintage wood paneling, parquetry dance floor, and a stair lift for accessibility.
  • Gluten-Free Friendly: Banquet classics tailored for diners with dietary requirements, featuring an extensive range of gluten-free options.
  • Time-Honoured Classics: Decades-long banqueting traditions anchored by signatures like Mongolian lamb pancakes, salt and pepper squid, and fried ice cream.
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Why Dine at Eastern City Chinese Restaurant

Why multi-generational families and groups choose Eastern City Chinese Restaurant for gatherings and classic banquets.

  • Accommodating Dietary Adjustments

    The kitchen readily prepares dish variations and dedicated gluten-free options so guests with dietary restrictions can dine without hassle.

    The young wait staff Louise was very helpful and offered variations to suit our dietary needs.

    Tara Weeraratne

  • Dedicated Mobility Stair Lift

    A mechanical stair lift alongside the stairway enables diners with limited mobility to access the upstairs dining room comfortably.

    It's up a long flight of stairs, but there is a stair lift, so still quite accessible.

    Paul Swain

  • Generations of Family Memories

    Multi-generational patrons return across decades, finding reassurance in consistent family-run hospitality and familiar tastes.

    I have been coming to Eastern City for over 30 years since I was young child with my family. I now come with my husband and children and it’s a trip down memory lane every time

    Ezabelle

  • Warm, Familiar Hospitality

    Longtime guests value the personal warmth of the hosts, creating a comforting atmosphere that brings diners back year after year.

    This wonderful family-run restaurant has maintained its warm and welcoming atmosphere, and being greeted by Louise, who is an absolute bundle of joy, makes every visit even more memorable.

    Darren Lowe

  • Spacious, Low-Noise Dining Hall

    The expansive second-floor layout maintains a quiet, unhurried atmosphere where families and couples can converse without background strain.

    this restaurant is perfect for couples, families, or groups of friends, as you can talk and hear each other in the relaxed environment.

    Natalie Stewart

  • Relaxed and Unhurried Setting

    Comfortable table spacing and open windows create an easygoing, informal setting suitable for extended group meals.

    it's always a relaxed informal vibe where I can relax and really enjoy my meal.

    Christian

Time-tested banquet staples and signature dishes favored across family gatherings

  • Mongolian Lamb

    it’s a trip down memory lane every time I have the Mongolian Lamb, Fried Rice or King Prawn and Vegetable.

    Ezabelle

  • Fried Rice

    My favourites are the chicken with cashew nuts, garlic prawns, satay beef, and fried rice, while Mum and Dad especially loved the Mongolian lamb.

    Gavin Paul

  • Salt and Pepper Squid

    Without a doubt we all agree that the salt and pepper squid is hands down the best we have had, we ordered 3 servings.

    Michael B

  • Mermaid's Tresses

    The Mermaid Tresse a starter of lightly fried cabbage with pork floss , literally melts in your mouth . Very Gluten free friendly.

    Kalyana Rodrigo

Beyond the menu

Distinctive personal hospitality, vintage features, and thoughtful accommodations at Eastern City Chinese Restaurant.

  • Customized Dietary Modifications

    Wait staff actively consult on table dietary needs and offer tailored dish adaptations across the menu.

  • Dedicated Mobility Stair Lift

    The upstairs dining room is fitted with a retro mechanical stair lift alongside the flight of stairs to assist guests with mobility requirements.

  • Preserved 1970s Character and Decor

    Preserved vintage venue details include blonde wood paneling, an entrance fish tank, suspended lanterns, and an overhead mirror ball above the parquetry dance floor.

  • Hands-On Personal Delivery Service

    When third-party delivery services falter, the restaurant owners step in to personally bring orders to customer doors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there gluten-free and dietary options available?

Yes. The restaurant offers a wide range of gluten-free options and staff can accommodate specific dietary variations across dishes upon request.

How accessible is the restaurant upstairs?

The restaurant is located upstairs on the second floor, accessible by a stairway equipped with a retro mobility stair lift. Wheelchair or power chair users should contact the restaurant in advance to confirm suitability.

What dishes are recommended to order?

Popular customer favorites include the sizzling Mongolian lamb, salt and pepper squid or calamari, honey chicken or prawns, and the mermaid's tresses starter (crispy cabbage with pork floss). For dessert, deep-fried ice cream accompanied by a fortune cookie is also served.

Does the restaurant serve alcohol?

Yes. Eastern City is fully licensed, serving beer (such as TsingTao) and wine alongside meals.

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