Lan Yuan, Ryde

Lan Yuan is a newly opened Cantonese restaurant located in Top Ryde Shopping Centre. The design of the interior is lush and green, with lots of bamboo plants helping diners escape from the fact they are dining in a shopping complex. A plate of complimentary prawn crackers soon arrived on our table, which is always a good start to a meal! 

Complimentary prawn crackers

We got the Snake bean and minced pork. With the garlic and oyster sauce, it's a very tasty, home style cooking dish. 

Snake bean and minced pork $18

The Crab meat and corn soup was thick and delicious, perfect for a cold winter's night. \

Crab meat and sweet corn soup $10

The Shandong Chicken was the highlight of the night. The crispy skinned chicken is juicy and tender, served with a soy, black vinegar, chilli and garlic dressing. 

Shandong chicken $24

Lan Yuan does not have the feel of a typical Cantonese restaurant. It's a bit more relaxed and a bit less boisterous. Service is attentive and the servings are ginormous. It's a great addition to this part of town.