Phone: +441279435335,+441279626106
Address: 2 Hart Rd, CM17 0HL, Harlow, United Kingdom
City: Harlow
Menu Dishes: 13
Reviews: 13225
Website: http://www.oldcathaychinese.co.uk
"My partner and I used to order from here frequently. Some times they delivered the wrong food and when we phoned up to have the correct dish, the customer service was abrasive at best. Still we ordered from them because we had got used to our usual order and the restaurant delivery guys were used to where our flat was (it is a bit difficult to find). We always wondered why they needed to take the wrong delivered dish back with them, we joked that they were re-using it but in all honesty we thought that management just wanted to see the dishes for themselves and take action about it. Tonight however, when another wrong dish was delivered and we put the rest of the delivery in the oven to keep warm and phoned up to get the correct one, they revealed the reason why. Can we re-use it? My partner asked what they meant and they asked if it had been put on a plate otherwise they could send it to another customers house! Well, one lie from a customer wanting a refund about it not being put on a plate or not eating a bit of it from the box and BAM the restaurant now feels that it is perfectly ok to deliver that same box of food to the next customer who orders it! Absolutely sickened, we refused the correct dish the delivery guy brought to us bearing the brunt of his rudeness and lack of customer care because we refused to give him the wrong dish so he could re use it. (I was happy to let him see it so he could confirm it was the wrong dish, just did not want to enable this restaurant to re-serve food) We asked instead for a refund for the whole meal as we would not be eating any of it, but he was highly reluctant to pass the message along so we called up the restaurant instead. The restaurant refused to give us a refund and passionately argued their right to re-sell and re-serve food that had left their kitchen and gone to a strangers house despite their inability to 100% say it has not been contaminated or dropped on the floor and put back in the box for example. Trust me, if you don 't want an upset stomach or worse, DO NOT go here. I have contacted the Food Standards Agency and Environmental health. The actions this restaurant takes does not protect their customers health and I am sure violates basic food hygiene practices."
Full menu - 13 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Chicken
Fried Chicken
Crispy, golden fried chicken with juicy, tender meat inside, seasoned to perfection for mouthwatering flavor.
Seafood
Prawn
Juicy prawns grilled to perfection, seasoned with garlic and herbs, served with a tangy lemon butter sauce.
Starters And Snacks
Dessert
Crepes
Thin pancakes filled with sweet or savory fillings, perfect for any meal of the day.
Fried Rice
Fried Rice
Stir-fried rice with vegetables, eggs, and choice of protein, seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil.
Entrées
Thai
Chicken Satay
Grilled marinated chicken skewers served with a savory peanut dipping sauce.
Chow Mein
Beef Chow Mein
Stir-fried noodles with tender beef, crisp vegetables, and a savory soy-based sauce.
Rice Dishes
Egg Fried Rice
Fragrant rice stir-fried with eggs, seasoned to perfection, and garnished with green onions for a savory delight.
Starters
Asian
Chicken Chow Mein
Stir-fried chicken with crispy noodles, vibrant veggies, and savory soy sauce for a delicious, satisfying dish.
Chicken Dishes
Stuart
i did not find the food had any taste would not go back would not recommend did not like the service or the place did not look very clean
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Lynne
I have ordered delivery from here many times and it has always been wonderful apart from once when they delivered an incorrect item but this was rectified straight away. The food always arrives piping hot, well cooked and tasty
Patricia
The food is tasty and very authentic. The lady boss is very warm and friendly and was very attentive to our needs. Prices are very reasonable. Certainly worth a visit if one craves for Chinese food. Would certainly visit again if I come to Epping again. Highly recommended!
Mayfair008
As a chinese cuisine fan , I love trying all different local chinese restaurants . We ordered a delivery from them via JustEat . Very quick delivery and food was still piping hot . Their Chicken chow mein and Beef in black in sauce was amazing ! Will order again for sure ! Thanks View menu
apss15
I used Just Eat service for take away which was brilliant. However, I didn’t get the dishes I ordered. I ordered grilled king prawns and got fried prawns in a thick sauce; I also ordered fried chicken with green peppers and got chicken and black bean sauce. Very weird. After reading some of the reviews I wonder if we got someone else’s food. Yuck!!!
Dan
Ordered takeaway from here and wish we hadn't. Chips were overdone and the beef curry and fried beef with green peppers in black bean sauce were bland and tasteless. The delivery guy didn't have any change and was on his phone throughout so he ended up getting a 10p tip which was more than he deserved. No way was he going to get a few pounds for that.
julie
Had a lovely family meal here with the all you can eat buffet. The food was fresh and maintained with refills often. There was a nice selection of food and a good choice of desserts. The staff are very friendly. It was quiet and we were seated quickly. My only moan is the price of the drinks since the coke was from a 2ltr bottle I would expect them to be cheaper and the middle table of the restaurant was used to organise the take away deliveries but I accept that they need to run a business and that is a big part of their earnings. Overall I would definitely recommend this establishment. View menu
Dave
Used this place alot in the past and it used to be one of the best Chinese around. Staff was always friendly and would go out of their way to help. A lots changed though and our last visit will be the last visit. Food was minimal and dry not to mention overpriced. Staff didn't seem bothered and wasn't attentive. The place felt dirty and it seemed as if the owner had lost all interest and passion for the place. I know it's not easy when you own a business that is slowly slipping down the pan but you need to ask yourself why. The place could be awesome again but I guess existing customers would need enticing.
Phil344
I have been ordering a take away from this place for 10 years but I have to say that the service is getting worse and worse with things now often missing from my orders. As a very good customer of theirs when I complained today I got a very rude reply that they would bring my missing items and suggested I microwave the rest of my now going cold meal because they are “very busy”. Being busy is not my problem when I order food I expect it to be a complete order. I explained this to them and they didn’t seem to care so I will never use them again. I have just returned my food to the delivery driver and have ordered my food from the Golden City who I am sure will appreciate the amount of money I...
Kristiane
My partner and I used to order from here frequently. Some times they delivered the wrong food and when we phoned up to have the correct dish, the customer service was abrasive at best. Still we ordered from them because we had got used to our usual order and the restaurant delivery guys were used to where our flat was (it is a bit difficult to find). We always wondered why they needed to take the wrong delivered dish back with them, we joked that they were re-using it but in all honesty we thought that management just wanted to see the dishes for themselves and take action about it. Tonight however, when another wrong dish was delivered and we put the rest of the delivery in the oven to keep... View menu
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Sushi Delight in our exquisite sushi selection, featuring fresh ingredients, expertly crafted rolls, and traditional nigiri. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors, promising a true taste of Japan.
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Kebab Savor our delicious kebabs, expertly grilled and bursting with flavor. Choose from a variety of meats and vibrant spices, served with fresh sides. Perfect for a satisfying and flavorful meal. View menu
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Asiatic
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Seafood Dive into the freshest catches of the sea with our seafood selection, featuring exquisite dishes prepared with high-quality fish and shellfish. Savor the flavors of the ocean in every bite!
Amenities
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Wheelchair Accessible
