Reviews


At present, there are 3983 assessments available from 8 website(s). The mean score for Cafe Gloucester is 4, implying that guests have a very high opinion of this restaurant. The restaurant in question has received mixed reviews, with some customers expressing frustration with the service while others have enjoyed the food and atmosphere. One reviewer had a negative experience with a rude hostess who seemed to look down on English-speaking customers, leading to a warning of poor service for non-Chinese speakers. Other customers found the food to be okay but not exceptional, and noted that the portion sizes have been decreasing over time. On the positive side, there were compliments for dishes such as the Singapore vermicelli noodle, fish ball rice noodle soup, baked Portuguese chicken rice, and sautéed shrimp with scrambled egg on rice noodles. Some patrons appreciated the authentic feel of the restaurant and the accommodating staff, especially when explaining unfamiliar menu items. Overall, there were recommendations to try the restaurant for its classic Chinese food, generous portions, and tasty offerings, with a mix of positive and negative experiences reported by diners.

Overall Total Score
4 out of 5
Impressive | 3983 reviews

Reviews from various websites

Menulist
3.8 ★ from 5 reviews
Ruben
18.01.2018 - 16:55

The last time I visited Gloucester must have been a decade ago. We came here on a quiet Tuesday morning to relive our memories of breakfast. The congee and XO s...

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Angel
18.01.2018 - 16:55

Came here 2 days in a row! They have mini sets in the mid afternoon and also at 9pm, they serve the mini meals which includes a drink. Great portions and tasty...

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Brando
18.01.2018 - 16:55

Yesterday I went for dinner with two friend to the “Cafe Gloucester” at Cambie Street. The selection on te menu shows a fusion between Chinese and Western cuisi...

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Kayleigh
18.01.2018 - 16:55

I have been frequenting Cafe Glouchester for years. The curry beef brisket, baked Portuguese seafood, Shanghai rice cakes, baked pork chop, French toast, the li...

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Kelsi
18.01.2018 - 16:55

Food is OK. Met expectations. Not exceptional. Pricey for a Hong Kong style Cafe. Can accommodate larger groups. Lots of other places nearby to eat at if this p...

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Tripadvisor
4.1 ★ from 38 reviews
kelvenw
01.08.2023 - 07:51

It’s been a while since we’ve come here. We ordered their baked Portuguese chicken rice which was bubblin’ hot. It was pretty good but I would have liked just a...

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smrgeog
01.08.2023 - 07:51

Popped in for dinner and had a very good fried pork chop with tomato sauce on rice. Very inexpensive and good Hong Kong comfort food. Keep in mind, they won't a...

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Vivien
01.08.2023 - 07:51

We had 3 breakfast sets 2 porridge and 1 french toast. Each set comes with a side and we chose 2 XO style cheong fun and 1 noodle soup with fish cake. Was truly...

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Clementina
01.08.2023 - 07:51

Comfortable atmosphere, very good menus. Great hkg coffee/milk tea, lemon iced tea (syrup on the side) just in in case... I love their Chow Mein crispy noodles...

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Oren
01.08.2023 - 07:51

a Hong Kong Style food, very large menu, medium priced, ok service, ok food. if go in the afternoon between 3-6 pm. get a free coffee/tea with your meal.

Restaurantji
3.9 ★ from 159 reviews
Bronson
08.10.2023 - 09:15

Great food as always. My favorite place for over 20 years.

Caroline
08.10.2023 - 09:15

Been coming to this place for over 10 years. Recently, the portion sizes have been getting much smaller than previously. We used to get 3 dishes and could feed...

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Sakina
08.10.2023 - 09:15

Every meal is an authentic taste of Chinese cuisine. The warm ambiance and attentive service make dining here an unforgettable experience!?

Augusto
08.10.2023 - 09:15

Thick, fluffy Hong Kong French toast with kaya jam. Very good, authentic milk tea. Drinks included with snacks before 6pm. Lamb racks were cooked well. Juicy an...

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F
08.10.2023 - 09:15

I go there twice a week on average. Taste just like the food from Hong Kong. Brought my non Chinese friends there once, they all enjoyed it

Facebook
2.9 ★ from 54 reviews
Foursquare
3.1 ★ from 89 reviews
Google
4.0 ★ from 1125 reviews
Zomato
4.0 ★ from 297 reviews
INT Restaurants
4.0 ★ from 2221 reviews

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