You really have to know your way around a restaurant like Golden Harbor to experience it in full. It probably has over 2000 dishes, and some of them just aren't up to par.
I went here for the first time 4 years ago when I first came to campus with my family. I believe we ordered soup noodle dishes and porridge, all of which were severely underwhelming. So I didn't go back again for at least 2 years.
After being riled into a large group of friends and people visiting campus, I went to Golden Harbor again and enjoyed a completely different experience. After that meal, I converted into a proponent for Golden Harbor.
Make sure to try their three cup chicken and crispy tofu!!