Emperor's Palace - Edmonton

The food at this restaurant is delicious. read more The food at this restaurant is delicious.

I decided to give this restaurant a second chance after a disappointing experience a few years ago. Under new management (formerly Urban China), the improvement... read more I decided to give this restaurant a second chance after a disappointing experience a few years ago. Under new management (formerly Urban China), the improvement is evident. It was a great meal. The shrimp dim sum dishes were filled with plump, fresh shrimp, a nice change from the usual frozen ones. The Sui Mai had a fresh ground pork flavor. The curried squid was tender and not overly fishy. The egg tarts were warm and delicious. I am excited to return and try the Szechuan dishes on the house menu, which offers a variety of dishes from all parts of China.

Since we had a good experience the first time, we went back for another dinner.  The service was good the first time and the second time there were too many sta... read more Since we had a good experience the first time, we went back for another dinner.  The service was good the first time and the second time there were too many staff for the number of tables.  The wait staff seemed to hover over us at times, waiting to swoop down to take any plates.  They can also make suggestions for what to order which can be good if you have no idea, or bad if they want to upsell you.  The food wasn't as good this time.  The chicken was too oily and pork dish too small and saucy, but the duck wraps were good.

I really liked this location as the prices are reasonable and the food is delicious! You have to order via paper order sometimes, which takes away from the trad... read more I really liked this location as the prices are reasonable and the food is delicious! You have to order via paper order sometimes, which takes away from the traditional push cart dim sum experience, but still worth going. This place is great for accommodating large groups of people!

I don't know why people hate the dim sum here. I personally think it's better than some places like golden rice bowl or dynasty century palace. As for it being... read more I don't know why people hate the dim sum here. I personally think it's better than some places like golden rice bowl or dynasty century palace. As for it being bland I think it tastes normal and not overly salty and full of msg like other places. Nothing more I hate than having a salt headache after eating which is what you get at golden rice bowl. <br/ <br/ The prices are reasonable, the dishes come out fresh, and you get free tea!