Our family has been to New China Gate at least 15 times over the last year and a half. The food is good, but it isn't the food that keeps us coming back; it is the bartender. He is the sort of person that you either "get" or "don't get" but we, and many of our friends who now frequent this establishment because of him definitely "get" him.
Robbie, the bartender, is the type of person who remembers your name after the first time you visit. He takes a genuine interest in how you are doing. He cares about your family, be you 10 or 50. He can talk to the adults about sports, language, or history while simultaneously talking to the young kids about their little league games (he used to be a coach).
I've read reviews here by people who don't understand him, but we, and the many friends we have taken to this establishment appreciate his lighthearted demeanor. As long as he is there, we will continue to frequent the establishment.