This, in my opinion, is probably the best Chinese restaurant in terms of authenticity of the food…read moreis concerned. There are couple more restaurants that come close but Happiness Inn is definitely the best. Okay, it might not have the ambience or feel of a posh restaurant, but who cares! The food is divine and to die for! I have been 5-6 times so far, and every time it is has been full of Chinese people, which is always a good sign. Make sure you ask for the more comprehensive Chinese Menu, that's where the magic is ;-)

Was taken here for my birthday was fantastic food is lovely staff are so nice :) loved it would go…read moreagain cx

Run, dont walk, to Nan Bei…read more This is a hidden gem inside the Grainger Market (also has a stall at the Sunday Quayside Market). It is a small stall for standing around for a quick bite of dumpling or steamed buns with tea. Many flavors of steamed dumplings and buns (pork & cabbage, chili beef, tofu, red bean), also including sweet buns (custard!). Get them in sets of 4 or 6 (can mix and match). Can also get your favorite Chinese tea or aloe drink. Service is quick and friendly. Not a lot of space, but it is a place for a quick, cheap bite and top quality, addicting dumplings. Cash only!

One of the few places you can go for Chinese breakfast. Got freshly made dumplings and Char Siu bun…read morewhich seems to both be under flavoured (perhaps for a Western palate?). Needed vinegar or soy sauce. Has a nice selection of Chinese teas. Wished they had some soy milk though.

Fantastic restaurant with really good attentive staff and excellent service. I always have a meal…read morehere when visiting Newcastle Only ever had dim sum here but it is wonderful and very good value for money. Best time to go is on a Sunday when they have the dim sum trolleys out at lunchtime. Was packed the full hour & half we were there. I would highly recommend this restaurant,

food sucks .... service???? even sucks.... try not to go there. ordered dim sum came without the…read moresauce. food got cold while waiting for sauces .... the lady server couldn't understand simply english, Asking for hot sauce, got the ice cube in a glass, instead. worst still, asked for a take away box-only been given one (1), after explaining in detail, managed to get another 3 more take away boxes for the left over meal. Like what I said. FOOD SUCKS, SERVICE ... EVEN SUCKS... P.S. Don't try the so-called Thai Fried Rice ... do they hire a chef there????????

Yes, a typical Chinese Buffet with a grand selection of food available from starter to pudding. As…read morealways eyes bigger than belly but if you starve yourself all day it's worth the £16 for Experience, especially if you don't have a preference of what type of meal you want. To me these places are spoilt by greedy people who waste more than they eat. In the main this is a good place, plates cleared away pretty quickly as you eat. Remember to keep you knife & fork!. The diet starts tomorrow!

I'll have to admit that buffets are not my favourites but one particular friend loves buffets. I…read moreguess it is cheap and cheerful, you don't have to wait for food and you get to have whatever you want and however much you want. As far as buffets go, this is the fanciest I've seen. It's also an Asian-fusion style buffet that also serves on-demand grilled food, sushi, dim sum, fresh salad and pizza. The menu is adjusted slightly from day to day and time but you can always guarantee the staples you expect from a Chinese buffet. Most importantly, there is a large range of dessert all separated into small, cute containers so you can have a bit of everything from jelly to cake to ice-cream and fruit! The price is decent for the buffet and a drink, the customer service is average and there's cubicles for larger parties and plenty of seating. It does get busy and noisy though. Access on street level and a part of intu Eldon Square, this is a popular and easy to get to choice for lunch and dinner.

Nice interior, warm service but we were a bit rushed. Drink menu was a little sticky which made me…read moresceptical about this place. We ordered 2 dishes from Shanghai part of menu, a Thai soup and a Malay dish. I do have to say, both Shanghai dishes were spot on!! Very homey taste and authentic. However it's a shame I couldn't say the same for the Thai soup or the Malay dish. Also quite expensive place when the bill came.

Fat Buddha is an Asian restaurant/bar situated right in the middle of Durham. This is a great place…read moreto visit either for a few drinks/cocktails or to have a nice meal with family or friends. The bar is downstairs as soon as you walk through the door, with nice seating and great surroundings. If you are going to the restaurant, you will be led up stairs, and through what looks like a catwalk (lights under foot, and beads hanging down from light fittings) Not sure what all these bad comments are about, as its like I've been in a completely different restaurant/bar to everyone else. I wouldn't be lying if I would say i have been here 10 or more times this year with family and friends. Yes drinks are a tad expensive, but its a nice posh restaurant, and the drinks are priced about the same around that area anyway. Service has always been great (I have to admit some of the staff do not understand great English, but we always got the correct orders) The Chicken Satay is to die for, I always get this as a Starter. We have spent lots of hours and money here, and cannot really think of anything bad to say about the place.

This place is being talked about a lot in the North East. Transformed from club, to steak house to…read morethai in the last 12-18 months there has been some major works going on both inside and out! The building has always been impressive with three floors and raised seating the owner has outdone himself with huge trees and twinkling fairy lights. The food and drinks menu has been well thought out, clear and concise its not huge but I like the idea that they have picked a few dishes that they will do very well! The service in here started off a little on the shaky side having seated someone else in our seats we were a bit unnerved to see them move people for the the last booth in the raised area. Although it was explained those seating areas were for food only and the people who were moved were only having drinks... Moving swiftly on we were talked through the menu on what was a suitable amount for starter and main etc. We ordered a selection of starters to share; the prawn dynamite sushi was tasty although reading the menu you would think you get a selection of the six offered you do have to choose one as it is handmade to order - nice touch! Next was the spring rolls with duck which were very good with more flavour than your ordinary vegetable variety! My favourite was the pork and prawn dim sum -arriving in a basket to keep them warm they were amazing! Cooked to perfection the rice paper was thin and the pork went so well with the fish. Served with a very hot chilli dip it gave it the kick it needed! Next was the tricky decision between the thai red curry or the monkfish. On recommendation I went for the monkfish (which isn't explained on the menu in detail but is in fact small bites of fish breaded!) served with rice or chips. The curry sauce dip on the side was refreshing and light and the sticky rice came served in the lotus leaf -again a nice touch! I wouldn't normally have went for a fish dish but the waitress had excellent knowledge of the menu which I liked! We finished the meal off with some coconut ice cream and some sake - again something I hadn't tried. Served in a jug and warmed through it was good - definitely worth giving it a go! With one final cocktail for the road - the Guava Royale is one I would recommend I will definately be coming back to try my thai curry! 5* for service - from drinks to food tips and a great atmosphere for a relaxed evening out!

I've been coming here for 2 year and the food is very nice. I would like them to use less salt on…read morethe food. The chef ‍ is Asian so food very authentic. The sea bass with ginger and scallion was my fav! It's no longer on the menu but other special are just as good. The specials are great to try during lunch too. I the giant Buddha in the restaurant and ambiance is great!

Food selection is limited, the only thing good was the noodles, there was half a row of the buffet…read morethat was empty, desert was mostly canned fruits and jello. There was literally no variety, the fact that I had noodles on my plate each time I went to get food says a lot. Service wasn't good, no one to greet at the front, was told by the only bar staff that was there to take a seat anywhere. Waiters were inattentive, mostly talking to each other the whole time. I didn't get any water or drinks for like 30 minutes, was finally able to flag someone down. I'm thinking it was because I'm Asian to be honest, the Caucasian people were checked on often (just an observation). I did like 3 rounds including deserts, paid, then left.

the food was lovely but the staff tried to con me out of a 5 pounds I got the money back but when I…read morepayed for the food the staff over charged me £52.60 for 2 people when it should have only cost £27.20 according to Google I do not recommend going as this could happen to you please beware and make sure they don't over charge you. Take care

The food in Poons is very nice, though my main dish of Szechuan King Prawns was a little…read moredisappointing. The crispy duck with pancakes and the dim sum were, however, delicious. The decor is a little dated but quite typical of Chinese restaurants.

Good Chinese fare in an unusual location ( it used to be a bingo hall)…read more This is where we introduced our son to Chinese food, which he now loves.

We use this place for take-aways most often (they deliver), but have eaten at the restaurant itself…read moreseveral times. The food is great, as is the service. The only reason I haven't given it 5 stars is that the restaurant is quite small.

Called in on spec on the way home, was thinking about a takeaway, but the buffet menu looked…read moreexcellent value for money. This restaurant would probably get a 3 for ambiance, but I am prepared to overlook that as the food was excellent. Had the salt and pepper squid to start, soft a hot slightly too salty, but tasty. The idea of being able to order a number of dishes, which though I am sure they came in smaller portions than off th e regular menu were plenty, one of the best sweet and sour pork, tasty fresh rice, soft beef and spring onion dish. Even managed to enjoy the banana fritter to finish off with. Will definitely be back.

If Chinese food is what you're craving, look no further. Nuff said.read more