Top Chinese restaurants in Belfast

If you’re craving Chinese food in Belfast, 3 Levels is a must-visit. This lively spot offers a mix of traditional and modern a la carte Chinese dishes that are perfect for satisfying your taste buds. Imagine starting with their Crispy Aromatic Duck, then moving on to the tangy sweet and sour chicken, or the spicy Szechuan king prawn. Their menu is packed with fresh ingredients and authentic flavours, making it a great place to enjoy a hearty meal with friends or family. Plus, the vibrant atmosphere adds to the dining experience, making it more than just about the food.

With a number of locations across the city, House of Zen is local restaurateur Eddie Fung’s answer to authentic, mouthwatering and unexpected Chinese food offering diners “true taste of China”. House of Zen promises to create a unique experience, offering guests dishes from every area of China, seven days a week. The popular restaurant, in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter, is ideal for a night on the town, regularly hosting special events and nights to showcase the variety of cuisine from the region.

Building a menu never before seen in the city, the master chefs at House of Zen are committed to delivering a variety of regional specialities as well as a number of slow cooked barbeque dishes for which the venue has become famous. No matter the palette or dietary requirement, House of Zen is sure to delight with an extensive menu, as well as a team of attentive staff ready to cater to any needs. In line with the quality locals come to expect, House of Zen delivers unbeatable food and cocktails at affordable prices in a contemporary and moody setting.

A bright and central spot, Lee Garden is a go-to restaurant for anyone searching for a variety of exciting Chinese dishes at affordable prices. Famed for the extensive Dim Sum menu, Lee Garden offers the perfect spot for groups, with dishes to suit everyone’s taste as well as banquet style seating. A favourite with locals for it’s unbeatable lunch offering, two courses for £6.95 or three courses for £7.95, diners have the choice of a varied and large menu. Why not stop in for either lunch or dinner to enjoy authentic and exciting dishes whilst seated next to their large windows spanning two floors, overlooking the bustling Botanic Avenue?

Perfectly located in the centre of Belfast surrounded by popular night spots and venues, Joy Inn is an obvious choice when planning a night in the city. Belfast has no shortage of Chinese restaurants, but Joy Inn has remained one of the most popular venues for decades for its tasty, authentic cuisine, fresh ingredients and friendly staff. With a pleasing menu at an even more pleasing price (a couple’s four course set menu is £20.95 per person), you can’t get much better than Joy Inn. Even if not sampling from the set menu, all dishes are reasonably priced particularly for the portion sizes, making this guilty treat all the sweeter. Joy Inn offers the option for both sit in or takeaway, six days a week. However, the restaurant is especially popular for groups and private events due to its colourful and modern interior with private booths as well as the attentive staff described as “second to none”.

Often regarded as the best Chinese restaurant the city has to offer, Mandarin City surely delivers not only on quality but also variety. Located on the popular Newtownards Road, Mandarin City has been a local favourite for years, delivering delicious, authentic, Chinese cuisine whether sitting in or taking away. Open six days a week, guests are spoiled for choice at Mandarin City with a huge menu compiled of a selection of delicious dishes and set menus sure to delight even the most picky of eaters. Regulars highly recommend the sea bass, chicken satay and honey chicken above all else. However if meat isn’t your thing, that’s no problem with a number of vegetarian dishes available, as well as the option to adapt several to a vegan diet. Seated in an atmospheric dining room, visitors can sample quality Chinese cuisine, as well as a number of refreshing beers and delightful wines.

Whether yearning for a lively evening out or a chilled night in with a Chinese takeaway, Macau is an immediate go-to. A long time veteran on the Ormeau Road, Macau is a favourite of locals for its extensive menu of classic dishes – all artfully prepared and delivered by friendly and attentive staff. Although offering a menu with many mouthwatering classics such as chow mein, black bean and sweet and sour, the eatery’s spicy chicken skewers and salt and chilli squid keep locals coming back for more and singing their praises on the review pages. Macau is very popular for groups with an affordable set menu option, which allows guests to enjoy a number of delicious authentic Chinese dishes for just £26.95 per person. Even better, Macau operates on a BYOB policy meaning diners can bring their own favourite drinks – what’s not to love?

Zen offers a very selective menu, from award-wining sushi and sashimi, to simple Chinese cuisine. With fabulous cocktails and a wide variety of wines, spirits and traditional Saki and Chinese beers also available, there’s something for everyone. Zen fuses fine Asian cuisine with a modern yet authentic architecture and flamboyant entertainment to create the most enjoyable dining experience in the heart of Belfast city centre.