If your up for a laugh this is the place to go. It was that bad, it made you question if it was a skit.My partner called and booked a table. The person on the phone didn't even ask my partner's name, "yes come, fine, come" in a "whatever" attitude.So we arrived to what could only be described as a converted working men's pub. A proper one where a bloke called Des sang out of tune Neil Diamond on a Tuesday.We asked about the booking and were ordered to go sit in the naughty corner, with a bunch of folk who looked really happy about being alive. One bloke in his 70's had a 30+ dolly bird. She had so much on she looked like a drag artist. Anyway I digress...Ordering food, I wasn't sure which rice dish to go with my Szechuan chicken. So I asked for a recommendation... "Whichever, come on just choose" (basically translate into I don't give a hoot, order, eat pay and go away.)So the food came and my partner ordered crispy rolls. They tasted like they had been cut in burnt oil, and where cooked from frozen. The crispy coating was just flat and dry and not crispy.My Szechuan came and the chicken was like a rubber ball. Kinda how I imagined chewing on a Chinese ball gag from Temu. Tasted like it had been cooked from frozen. The coating wasn't even crispy, just soggy and sad. The special fried rice wasn't well seasoned. Simply spattered with a teaspoon of MSG.I did ask whether the food was prepped on site, cooked fresh and to order.They said yes but my palette was telling me otherwise. I wasn't rude about it, but I let them know the chicken was like rubber soggy unappetizing and just generally very badly prepared and cooked.When it came to the bill, we entered into bartering. More in an attempt to make the evening more entertaining.The woman asked me if I was able to cook. To her surprise, I can't and I actually make some very good regional Chinese dishes. So she then started to take more notice of the chicken that she was removing, from the table. Even grimacing herself.It could have been a bad night, though I doubt it very much. The atmosphere was like that of a funeral home. Everything tasted and felt like it had been peeled from a bag and purchased from a Chinese wholesaler. Purchased and stuck on ice. Such a shame as we have not seen that many Chinese restaurants in the area, only Chinese takeaways. This is very disappointing. However the waitress was that arrogant and nonchalant. It became funny. Because to be honest I haven't had a service like it. I can't honestly tell if she even liked customers. I can however imagine licking cutlery as a F**CK you gesture.
Joanna “GI Jo” W
Really good food, highly recommend it ?
Karen Reynolds
The China Court Restaurant provided an exceptional dining experience. The staff demonstrated utmost courtesy and professionalism, ensuring that all our needs were promptly and efficiently met.The culinary offerings were truly remarkable, deserving the highest commendation. Each dish was meticulously prepared and presented, delivering an exquisite symphony of flavors that tantalized our taste buds.The restaurant's ambiance was equally impressive. The establishment was spotlessly clean, adorned with bright and inviting lighting. The absence of intrusive music further enhanced the overall dining experience, allowing for seamless conversation and enjoyment of the delectable cuisine.In conclusion, I highly recommend the China Court Restaurant and anticipate revisiting it in the near future.Parking: The only concern I had was the limited number of disabled parking spaces. However, the parking spaces are conveniently located near the restaurant, which mitigates this issue to some extent.Kid-friendliness: We didnt have any kiddies with us but looked very child friendly too.
Adriana Mihaela
Great food. Not enough space when fully booked.
Simon Lee
Free parking. Everything is on ground level, toilets inside.the food was hot served quickly and very nicely cooked. Fairly priced.a good food selection without being too much.our meal with a drink cost about £25. And I'm more than full.
Adam Parks
Terrible food quality won't be ordering again.
Ian Burke
Unbelievable food the crispy beef is the
Paul Mcquillan
Excellent food and Service. 1st time visit for some of us.Party of 6. Will definitely be returning.
China Court has been our favourite Chinese/Cantonese restaurant for decades, both eating out as well as takeaway. Has always been premium prices which we’ve been happy to pay as it has reflected the quality of the food. Service is typically that of most Chinese restaurants - speedy but no frills. Having had our first takeaway this evening since last Christmas we were so disappointed (and shocked) at the quality of the food, specifically the chicken. Rice etc was ok and the delivery was fast but both chicken dishes (salt & pepper and sweet & sour) were inedible and unrecognisable from what we’re used to from China Court. The meat was tough, stringy and contained cartilage. Just couldn’t eat it ?. This prompted me to Google ‘Has this placed changed ownership?’ So disappointing that we aren’t able to risk ordering from them again. Absolutely no comparison to previous experience - what has changed?
Wanderer751791
Service poor - staff friendly but disorganised- plates not removed when meal/course finished meaning we were handing dirty dishes back as the clean ones were placed - food not warm enough. We did see the recent reviews and were surprised as for years we have enjoyed this restaurant - we should have regarded them as nothing has changed. We were disappointed.
If your up for a laugh this is the place to go. It was that bad, it made you question if it was a skit.My partner called and booked a table. The person on the phone didn't even ask my partner's name, "yes come, fine, come" in a "whatever" attitude.So we arrived to what could only be described as a converted working men's pub. A proper one where a bloke called Des sang out of tune Neil Diamond on a Tuesday.We asked about the booking and were ordered to go sit in the naughty corner, with a bunch of folk who looked really happy about being alive. One bloke in his 70's had a 30+ dolly bird. She had so much on she looked like a drag artist. Anyway I digress...Ordering food, I wasn't sure which rice dish to go with my Szechuan chicken. So I asked for a recommendation... "Whichever, come on just choose" (basically translate into I don't give a hoot, order, eat pay and go away.)So the food came and my partner ordered crispy rolls. They tasted like they had been cut in burnt oil, and where cooked from frozen. The crispy coating was just flat and dry and not crispy.My Szechuan came and the chicken was like a rubber ball. Kinda how I imagined chewing on a Chinese ball gag from Temu. Tasted like it had been cooked from frozen. The coating wasn't even crispy, just soggy and sad. The special fried rice wasn't well seasoned. Simply spattered with a teaspoon of MSG.I did ask whether the food was prepped on site, cooked fresh and to order.They said yes but my palette was telling me otherwise. I wasn't rude about it, but I let them know the chicken was like rubber soggy unappetizing and just generally very badly prepared and cooked.When it came to the bill, we entered into bartering. More in an attempt to make the evening more entertaining.The woman asked me if I was able to cook. To her surprise, I can't and I actually make some very good regional Chinese dishes. So she then started to take more notice of the chicken that she was removing, from the table. Even grimacing herself.It could have been a bad night, though I doubt it very much. The atmosphere was like that of a funeral home. Everything tasted and felt like it had been peeled from a bag and purchased from a Chinese wholesaler. Purchased and stuck on ice. Such a shame as we have not seen that many Chinese restaurants in the area, only Chinese takeaways. This is very disappointing. However the waitress was that arrogant and nonchalant. It became funny. Because to be honest I haven't had a service like it. I can't honestly tell if she even liked customers. I can however imagine licking cutlery as a F**CK you gesture.
Really good food, highly recommend it ?
The China Court Restaurant provided an exceptional dining experience. The staff demonstrated utmost courtesy and professionalism, ensuring that all our needs were promptly and efficiently met.The culinary offerings were truly remarkable, deserving the highest commendation. Each dish was meticulously prepared and presented, delivering an exquisite symphony of flavors that tantalized our taste buds.The restaurant's ambiance was equally impressive. The establishment was spotlessly clean, adorned with bright and inviting lighting. The absence of intrusive music further enhanced the overall dining experience, allowing for seamless conversation and enjoyment of the delectable cuisine.In conclusion, I highly recommend the China Court Restaurant and anticipate revisiting it in the near future.Parking: The only concern I had was the limited number of disabled parking spaces. However, the parking spaces are conveniently located near the restaurant, which mitigates this issue to some extent.Kid-friendliness: We didnt have any kiddies with us but looked very child friendly too.
Great food. Not enough space when fully booked.
Free parking. Everything is on ground level, toilets inside.the food was hot served quickly and very nicely cooked. Fairly priced.a good food selection without being too much.our meal with a drink cost about £25. And I'm more than full.
Terrible food quality won't be ordering again.
Unbelievable food the crispy beef is the
Excellent food and Service. 1st time visit for some of us.Party of 6. Will definitely be returning.
Lots of food for the set meal.
Had our usual takeaway. Excellent as always.
Restaurantji Recommends
Enjoyed every one of the set menu choices.
All good highly
China Court has been our favourite Chinese/Cantonese restaurant for decades, both eating out as well as takeaway. Has always been premium prices which we’ve been happy to pay as it has reflected the quality of the food. Service is typically that of most Chinese restaurants - speedy but no frills. Having had our first takeaway this evening since last Christmas we were so disappointed (and shocked) at the quality of the food, specifically the chicken. Rice etc was ok and the delivery was fast but both chicken dishes (salt & pepper and sweet & sour) were inedible and unrecognisable from what we’re used to from China Court. The meat was tough, stringy and contained cartilage. Just couldn’t eat it ?. This prompted me to Google ‘Has this placed changed ownership?’ So disappointing that we aren’t able to risk ordering from them again. Absolutely no comparison to previous experience - what has changed?
Service poor - staff friendly but disorganised- plates not removed when meal/course finished meaning we were handing dirty dishes back as the clean ones were placed - food not warm enough. We did see the recent reviews and were surprised as for years we have enjoyed this restaurant - we should have regarded them as nothing has changed. We were disappointed.
Taste so good