We first visited this restaurant as part of a group of 20 friends. The food was amazing, the variety was great. We as a group have been returning to this restaurant about every 3 months.
Some of us order 1 course, some 2 courses some 3 courses. Nothing fazes the the lovely staff.

Approximate cost: $40

Wanting to beat the Mother's Day rush, we took my mother-in-law to (what I would now consider) her favorite Chinese spot: Crystal Dragon. We ate here for her birthday (Sept) last year, too - so we had high hopes of another great meal - and they were definitely met! My mother-in-law had the Wonton Soup and a dumpling special, both she thoroughly enjoyed. My hubby and father-in-law got the Steamed Dim Sims -- and they both declare they are *the best in Melbourne*!!! I had the Spring Onion Pancakes, eh, nothing special, wouldn't order them again. Mom-in-law had the Veg Omelette with gravy as a main, which she loves! Father-in-law had Satay Prawns which were completely eaten - nothing left on the plate! Hubby got the Salt & Pepper Prawns - and I had the same rendition of it but with Fried Tofu; both were very tasty (will definitely have again), it's just a shame there's no veg on the plate with that dish. Both the Special Fried Rice and the Veg Fried Rice were full of flavour - hands down the best we've had in a long time. Overall, the standouts were the Dim Sims & Fried Rice, the essentials for a good Chinese restaurant! Service is satisfactory, as you'd expect, friendly and smiling. Prices are as you expect, around that $18 - $22 mark per main. Biggest downfall -- they must have changed their chairs -- which are now the most uncomfortable things - ever! No padding, they're like metal chairs with a piece of fabric over wood, after about an hour, your rear end starts going numb. (We didn't cop these chairs when we went last year, so not sure when they brought these horrid things in) So bring a cushion if you're planning a big dinner here! hahaha! You can read about last year's trek to Crystal Dragon here: http://twobearsandafork.blogspot.com.au/2013/09/crystal-dragon-templestowe-lower.html

Approximate cost: $20

Have been to Crystal Dragon a couple of times. Each time they have not disappointed but having said that there is nothing overly special about their food. If you're after some decent Chinese food with Malaysian influence, being able turn up without a booking and be served your food in a reasonable amount of time then Crystal Dragon will meet your needs.