Ristorante Dongya In Forlì

I returned to this restaurant after a few years and was pleasantly surprised by the menu change (it's no longer ayurvedic sushi), as they now serve typical Chinese dishes—truly authentic Chinese cuisine, not a tried-and-true Italian imitation. Very friendly staff, generous, unique, and very tasty dishes. Highly recommended.

We came back to eat here as soon as we heard about the menu change! They now serve traditional Chinese food. It's not for everyone, but everything is truly DELICIOUS (if you like spicy food). The portions are huge and beautiful to look at. I highly recommend it if you want something different from usual!

We didn't eat because we wanted to eat the all you can eat formula but THEY DON'T MAKE IT ANYMORE, they changed the menu only to Chinese paper

I've had the opportunity to dine several times at Dongya Restaurant, a restaurant that offers Chinese and Japanese cuisine with an all-you-can-eat (AYCE) option and à la carte options. Here's my experience, with its ups and downs. 🍣 Positive Aspects - Fish Quality: The salmon is always fresh and well-prepared, especially the sashimi and mixed gunkan. The dishes are freshly prepared, and you can sense the care taken in selecting the ingredients. - Fast and Courteous Service: The staff is generally friendly and helpful, with short wait times. On a few occasions, I appreciated the discretion and speed of the service. - Quiet Ambience: The restaurant is spacious and quiet, ideal for a relaxing dinner. The atmosphere is pleasant, though not particularly sophisticated. - Fair Prices: The AYCE option for dinner costs around €23.90 per person, in line with other similar restaurants in the area. Lunch is less expensive, making it a good option for a quick and satisfying meal. - Convenient parking: Ample free parking is available nearby, a significant plus for those arriving by car. ⚠️ Negative Aspects - Poorly maintained location: The decor is simple and a bit dated. Don't expect an elegant or particularly impressive setting. The visual impact is more functional than aesthetic. - Too fast service: On some occasions, dishes have arrived without any explanation or presentation. This can spoil the pleasure of discovery, especially for those unfamiliar with Japanese cuisine. - Order errors: I've happened to order the same dish multiple times and it never arrived. This detail can ruin the experience, especially on busy nights. - Limited menu: Compared to other AYCE restaurants, the variety is somewhat limited. A few more original or creative options are missing, and some typical Chinese dishes are unavailable. - Paid extras: Fortune cookies, often offered free at other restaurants, are paid for here. This can be a perplexing detail. 🔚 Conclusion: Dongya Restaurant is a good choice for those looking for an unpretentious Japanese/Chinese AYCE experience. It's ideal for a casual dinner, with fresh dishes and quick service. However, if you're looking for a more refined experience or a broader menu, you might want to explore other options in the city. 📌 Recommended for: quick lunches, casual dinners, salmon lovers.