Banquet Chinese

4.6

1642 Reviews

£26 to £40

Cantonese

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2 people

25 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 19 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem

Please not that on NYE dinner only set menus will be available.

Banquet Chinese is a restaurant and venue unlike any other found in Colchester or North Essex today. This is Chinese food the way it is meant to be experienced! Our mouth-watering dishes are cooked to perfection by award-winning chefs using only the freshest and finest ingredients.

The interior has been carefully chosen and imported from China to create a genuine and sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy your lunch or evening meal, perhaps together with a bottle of wine from the well rounded wine list supplied by Liberty Wines.

Please take some time to familiarise yourself with Banquet Chinese here on our website. Have a look at our menus and wine lists. Read about Dim Sum, the delicious little dishes perfect as starters or as a light and sophisticated lunch time meal. Polite notice: Parties of 10 or more guests will be required to choose from one of our dedicated set menus.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Cantonese, Dim Sum, Asian
Hours of Operation
Sun 11:30 am–8:45 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
Phone number
01206 211588
Website
http://www.banquetchinese.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
DINING AT BANQUET CHINESE Our combination of contemporary Cantonese dishes and traditional Dim Sum are served in elegant and intimate surroundings. Our food embodies the cuisine enjoyed for generations in villages throughout rural areas of Asia.
Private party facilities
We have a Private dining area which can cater for up to 55 guests sit down or 80 guests standing. Functions from private parties, product launches and live music are a few of the options available. Note a deposit and a minimum party size is required.

Location
342 London Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex CO3 8LT
Area
Colchester
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

We have two private dining rooms available for your own exclusive parties, weddings and corporate conferences. The two rooms have their own entrance and can hold 30 and 50 people respectively, but for larger gatherings, the two rooms can be combined. Menus can be tailored to individual requirements ranging from Dim Sum to the finest Chinese banquet. Our private dining rooms have access to our beautiful Chinese style garden with lovely water features. The perfect place for your guests to wander and enjoy an al fresco aperitif or after dinner digestif! Banquet 1408 and your private party - a unique and sophisticated combination

Set Party Menu

£28.60 per person

Starters

Special Banquet Hors D'oeuvres
Prawn Toast, Crispy Seaweed, Chicken Satay,Spring Roll & Capital Spare Ribs

Second Course

Crispy Aromatic Duck
Served with Pancakes, Cucumber and Spring Onions

Main Course

Thai Style Chicken
Sizzling Beef with Green Peppers in a Black Bean Sauce
Sautéed King Prawns with Garlic & Chilli (Mild)
Sautee Pork Chop with Chilli, Salt & Lemon Grass
Stir Fried Mixed Vegetables
Singapore Style Noodles
Special Fried Rice

Vegetarian Set Menu

£28.60 per person

Starters

Vegetarian Spring Roll
Crispy Seaweed

Second Course

Crispy Vegetarian Duck
(made with Soya) Served with Pancakes, Cucumber and Spring Onions

Main Course

Fried Bean Sprouts with Mushroom
Deep Fried Green Beans with Salt & Pepper
Stir Fried Chinese Seasonal Vegetables
Plain Fried Noodles with Soya Sauce
Egg Fried Rice

What 1,642 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

Essex
Child-friendly
Essex
Good for groups
Essex
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Banquet Chinese delights with "excellent food and service," offering authentic Cantonese cuisine that rivals even Chinatown's best. Guests rave about its superb dim sum, vegetarian options, and efficient, friendly staff. The restaurant's lively atmosphere and accommodating service make it a "favorite Chinese restaurant" for many, despite occasional service hiccups.

1,642 Reviews

A
Annie
Essex
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual, a SUPERB night out. Venue, food and service perfection. We LOVE this Chinese Restaurant as it never fails in it's really high standards. The food so "moorish" flavoursome, and always served really hot. Staff courteously ask if you want to have a break between courses which is exceptional - not trying to rush you out the door! The staff are just wonderful. Ken, Ping, Osca and so many more that I don't know names of. Its good that they retain the same "sunny" staff which must show that the Management value their employees who serve the restaurant with amazing energy and brightness. Their enthusiasm to "serve " and their friendliness is really appreciated. We love the food which is consistantly amazing. If youi have not yet tried this restaurant, then you are missing out on a really wonderful experience.
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Cheryl
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lovely food, quick to come out, staff very attentive
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Rosemary
Essex
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing as usual and piping hot. The staff were available if we needed anything but weren’t over the top and there was a very pleasant atmosphere. We shall definitely e going back.
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Lavinia
Essex
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service exceptional quality food Amazing
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Catherine
Hertfordshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Brilliant food, lovely atmosphere. Quite expensive but great
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James
Essex
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A lovely evening with the family. Food and service excellent. Hong Kong set meal for 4 a great choice. Will head back very soon!
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Agnes
Essex
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is very tasty and delicious. Very enjoyable experience
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Kyaw
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Me and my friends love eating here. Great food and good value. We have been several times now and plan to come back again.
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Michael
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food and staff ⭐️ Good atmosphere .. Parking nearby
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Nina
Essex
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
As always a nice meal. However rather disappointing that the menu has been reduced with less chicken and fish unless you want prawns. On the plus side there is a good gluten free menu and vegan menu. I used to love a sizzling cod dish that was once on the menu but no longer is. The braised aubergine is absolutely delicious though!
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FAQs

Banquet Chinese offers delivery in partnership with Deliveroo. Banquet Chinese also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01206 211588.

Banquet Chinese is rated 4.6 stars by 1642 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

25 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

342 London Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex CO3 8LT

Additional information

Area
Colchester
Hours of Operation
Sun 11:30 am–8:45 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Cantonese, Dim Sum, Asian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.banquetchinese.co.uk/
Phone number
01206 211588
Catering
DINING AT BANQUET CHINESE Our combination of contemporary Cantonese dishes and traditional Dim Sum are served in elegant and intimate surroundings. Our food embodies the cuisine enjoyed for generations in villages throughout rural areas of Asia.
Private party facilities
We have a Private dining area which can cater for up to 55 guests sit down or 80 guests standing. Functions from private parties, product launches and live music are a few of the options available. Note a deposit and a minimum party size is required.

Banquet Chinese

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Set Party Menu

Starters

Special Banquet Hors D'oeuvres

Second Course

Crispy Aromatic Duck

Main Course

Thai Style Chicken

Sizzling Beef with Green Peppers in a Black Bean Sauce

Sautéed King Prawns with Garlic & Chilli (Mild)

Sautee Pork Chop with Chilli, Salt & Lemon Grass

Stir Fried Mixed Vegetables

Singapore Style Noodles

Special Fried Rice

Vegetarian Set Menu

Starters

Vegetarian Spring Roll

Crispy Seaweed

Second Course

Crispy Vegetarian Duck

Main Course

Fried Bean Sprouts with Mushroom

Deep Fried Green Beans with Salt & Pepper

Stir Fried Chinese Seasonal Vegetables

Plain Fried Noodles with Soya Sauce

Egg Fried Rice

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Banquet Chinese offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Banquet Chinese restaurant rated?

Is Banquet Chinese currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

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