Burnley boasts a diverse community, which is reflected in the culinary offerings in the East Lancashire town. Restaurants in the area offer cuisines from across the globe, including Chinese food. However, most places selling Chinese food in Burnley are takeaways rather than dine-in restaurants. So, which are Burnley’s best Chinese restaurants? Here are our suggestions for the best Chinese restaurants in Burnley.

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Summer Palace Restaurant: One of the Best Chinese Takeaways in Burnley Overall

One of the best Chinese restaurants in Burnley overall is Summer Palace Restaurant, as it has the highest ratings and plenty of return customers. It also ranks on our list of the best restaurants in Burnley overall. Most of the menu consists of traditional Cantonese dishes, with other authentic Chinese options. There are multiple dishes for vegetarians and those on gluten-free diets. It is a popular venue for groups dining out together, and there is the option to order takeout.

  • Examples from the menu: Vegetable spring rolls, chow mein, ribs in Cantonese sauce
  • Address: 57-59 Church Street, Padiham, Burnley, BB12 8JH
  • Telephone: 01282 778189
  • Website: http://www.beijingcantonese.com/
  • Opening hours: Closed on Monday, opens from 5 pm to 10 pm Tuesday to Sunday

Bei Jing Cantonese Restaurant: Fantastic Cantonese Food

Buffet-style banquets are a brilliant way of dining, as they allow you to try a small amount of lots of options on the menu rather than just ordering one meal. It means you can try new dishes without risking ordering a new meal that you have never tried and then not liking it. The best place for an all-you-can-eat Chinese in Burnley is Bei Jing Cantonese Restaurant. If you do opt to order a la carte, customers say the portions are plentiful. Diners say the service is always friendly, and the food is always delicious.  

  • Examples from the menu: Eat all you can option, chicken & sweetcorn soup, salt & pepper mushrooms
  • Address: 2-6 Burnley Road, Clow Bridge, Burnley, BB11 5PB
  • Telephone: 01282 832188
  • Website: http://www.beijingcantonese.com/
  • Opening hours: Closed on Monday, open from 5 pm to 10 pm Tuesday to Thursday, 5 pm to 11 Saturday and Sunday, and 2 pm to 10 pm on Sunday

Golden Orange: One of the Best Chinese Restaurants in Burnley for Takeout Food

If you are happy to get takeaway Chinese food in Burnley rather than eat in a restaurant, then one of the best Chinese takeaways in Burnley is Golden Orange. It receives consistently high ratings from satisfied customers. They say it has friendly owners and high food standards.

  • Examples from the menu: duck with pineapple and pickled ginger, egg foo yung, chicken with bamboo shoots and water chestnuts
  • Address: 26-28 Briercliffe Road, Burnley, BB10 1XB
  • Telephone: 01282 429813
  • Opening hours: 4.15 pm to 11 pm

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