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Ambassador Chinese Restaurant

3 Cook Street, Cork, Ireland
021 4273261 . 4271026
Ranked #23 of 247 restaurants in Cork
4.5 of 5 stars 61 Reviews
Cuisines: Chinese
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Centre
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cork
Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Myself and my daughter popped in for lunch. The food was good but nothing to write home about. It was definately overpriced and I won't be rushing back. More

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Oslo, Norway
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

We visit this restaurant twice and have to lovely meals. We can recommend beef in redwinsauce, beef in black pepper sauce and lamb in black peppersauce. Quick and nice service. More

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cork
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11 reviews 11 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

The Ambassador is head and shoulders above any other Chinese in Cork. Beautiful decor, delicious food and always a warm welcome. The menu is extensive and the service is quick. Great for a romantic meal or for a business meal during the week. If its a quality Chinese restaurant your looking for look no further. More

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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

I looked at lots of reviews for a decent Chinese restaurant in Cork and Ambassador looked to hit the spot. Decor was beautiful, (although a bit chilly inside), staff were attentive, although no small talk or even a "how are you". My partner and I actually wondered why we bothered to dress up (but find when eating out, this is... More

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Co Tipperary
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

Fab food every time !! Go there any time i am visiting cork! More

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Cork
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2012

The service food and value for money in the ambassador are simply second to none. Attentive professional staff, lovely wines, reasonable prices and a huge effort to accoodate customers needs is the hall mark of this restaurant. i have eaten here regularly over the years and whether it was with larger groups or just my wife and i the place... More

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Cork, Ireland
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012

Fresh, good quality chinese food with excellent service. More

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Cork, Ireland
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2012

A beacon of light in terms of service. I've been here many a time and cannot fault anything. It has a reputation for being pricey but I think that is unfounded, the prices seemed reasonable and in the end you get what you pay for. A must on any visit to Cork. More

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Dublin, Ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012

This restaurant is one of a kind in Cork for dinner. The waiting staff are very helpful, always attentive and will do their best to give advice if you have any questions about spicy foods on the menu- which ones would be milder etc if you're unsure and which meals are gluten free, vegetarian etc. The prices are reasonable especially... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012

A personal favourite of mine and a restaurant in which I have spent many family occasions! Food is always amazing! Staff are so friendly and efficient. Perfect setting for any meal! I highly recommend this restaurant, best Chinese restaurant in Cork in my opinion!! More

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