Sometimes there’s nothing better than going to a Chinese restaurant and filling yourself up with tasty food.

There’s plenty of places in Colchester that you can feast on some Chow Mein, enjoy some dumplings or share some tasty dishes with friends and family.

Most of us have a local takeaway within a short walk or drive of our house. But why not push the boat out and try some of the best in town?

Tripadvisor has named the best places to eat a Chinese menu in Colchester based on user reviews rating their visit out of five.

These are the highest-rated Chinese restaurants and takeaways across Colchester according to your reviews on Tripadvisor.

Banquet Chinese, London Road

The restaurant has a 4.5 rating out of five from its customers who say it is the "best Chinese food in the area". 

One recent review said: "The meat is good, the seasoning/flavour fulsome and appropriate.

"Service good, and setting clean and comfortable. Pricey, but worth the money if you want good food."

Another said: "Our favourite go-to restaurant for delicious food that doesn't disappoint. Highlight are the dim sum, excellent quality and served by friendly, efficient staff."

Noodle Zone, Crouch Street

Noodle Zone also boasts a 4.5 rating out of five from its customers. 

One review said: "Most sublime Asian food I’ve had in Colchester, but not only that, the lunchtime menu is incredible value, at only £8.90 for a main, side, AND soft drink.

"Really friendly staff, huge choice on the menu including for vegetarians.

"I am most definitely a meat eater, but I had some teriyaki tofu and even I was blown away! This will definitely be our new go-to!" 

Chinatown Colchester, Osborne Street 

The restaurant switched to takeaway only during the pandemic but has now reopened to customers - and it seems as popular as ever. 

A recent review said: "So pleased to be able to return after your reopening. Lovely welcome - lovely meal!

"So good to experience a restaurant that hasn't inflated its prices - these remain thoroughly reasonable and excellent value for the quality. Thank you and we shall be back soon!"

China Chef, Crouch Street

The restaurant certainly earns high praise for its menu with one customer saying the 'ribs are to die for'.

A recent review said: "This was our first time back for a couple of years due to the restrictions, we always enjoy going to China Chef and it was our first eveing meal out since the restrictions were lifted.

"We are pleased to report that the food and service is of the same high standard that it has always been, very good covid precautions as well."

North Hill Noodle Bar

Customers have good things to say about the Noodle Bar and say it 'never fails to disappoint.'

One review said: "Always love this place for lunch or dinner. Food is always hot and tasty. Friendly staff and fabulous little special board. Would recommend to anyone."

The Waterfront Bistro, Mersea

The restaurant is also popular with reviewers. 

One said: "We have just eaten what I can only say was the best we have tasted for years, amazing taste and fab service, will have it agin without a doubt."