
Oasis Chinese Takeway
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About Oasis Chinese Takeway
Oasis Chinese Takeway is a takeaway serving Chinese food at 21 Elms Vale Rd in Dover, where orders are placed at the counter. Vegetarian customers can ask the kitchen for off-menu dishes, which the team makes on request, so the choice is not limited to what is printed on the menu. Sweet and sour chicken balls are among the dishes on offer for anyone who wants a classic takeaway order. The shop carries a food hygiene rating of 5, and the counter staff chat with customers as they serve them.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sweet and sour chicken balls, not greasy food, 5-star food hygiene rating and off-menu vegetarian dishes.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sweet and sour chicken balls, not greasy food, 5-star food hygiene rating and off-menu vegetarian dishes.
Customer Review Summary
Sweet and sour chicken balls get the most specific praise, with one diner noting that even his Chinese wife, who rarely enjoys takeaway food, liked them. Most reviewers describe food that is full of flavour, not greasy, generous in portion, and hot and fresh, and several call it the best Chinese in Dover or their go-to local. Close behind is the welcome. The lady behind the counter and the staff are repeatedly described as friendly, and one regular says a good chat comes with the order. One diner found the prawns less fresh than expected, and one wishes there were delivery. The main complaint is opening times. Three reviewers walked to the shop and found it closed. One arrived at 8 on a Saturday despite a door sign saying 5 to 11pm, another despite a website saying open until 22:30, and a third says calls get a closed message while listings say open. Regulars mention the owner making off-menu vegetarian dishes and adding extras on a birthday.
Customer Review Summary
Sweet and sour chicken balls get the most specific praise, with one diner noting that even his Chinese wife, who rarely enjoys takeaway food, liked them. Most reviewers describe food that is full of flavour, not greasy, generous in portion, and hot and fresh, and several call it the best Chinese in Dover or their go-to local. Close behind is the welcome. The lady behind the counter and the staff are repeatedly described as friendly, and one regular says a good chat comes with the order. One diner found the prawns less fresh than expected, and one wishes there were delivery. The main complaint is opening times. Three reviewers walked to the shop and found it closed. One arrived at 8 on a Saturday despite a door sign saying 5 to 11pm, another despite a website saying open until 22:30, and a third says calls get a closed message while listings say open. Regulars mention the owner making off-menu vegetarian dishes and adding extras on a birthday.
Featured reviews
- Megan
“Walked there and wasn’t open despite website saying open until 22:30. Doesn’t ever seem to be open”
- Ian Palmer
“I absolutely adore this little Chinese takeaway. The staff and owners are a fun, happy group and this seems to be reflected in the quality they output. Access is a bit limited but they are flexible and always go the extra mile to do what they can. The food is consistent, always superb and reassuringly carries a 5 on the food hygiene ratings which is excellent. 👍✨🌟☺️”
- dagnammit122
“Amazing food ? Amazing service ? Thought I’d try it went there at 8 on a Saturday and it was closed despite saying 5-11pm on the opening hours on the door sign. Never again!”
- Shabba
“This is by far the best Chinese in Dover. I have been coming here since it first opened when I was a kid. They are very welcoming and friendly and you can have a good old chat with the lady behind the counter The food is amazing ❤️ It’s not over greasy. It’s full of flavour and taste. I just wish personally they done delivery. I don’t know if it’s something they would consider doing in the future but that’s just because I’m lazy. Maybe”
- Philippa Hopper
“Sorry but this has hacked me off. This takeaway advertises as open but when calling says they are closed so I walked to shop as it said it was open. Just thought they hadn’t changed voicemail! This is a constant thing. They only open occasionally. I wonder why this is? Is it a front? How the hell do you operate a business with zilch business hours? Just saying!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible seating
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Location
Chinese restaurants near Oasis Chinese Takeway
- Golden River3.8951.7 mi£10–20
aromatic crispy duck, missing items in orders, chilli chicken wings
- 5.3 mi away
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- Golden Gate4.42046.8 mi away£10–20
spring rolls, chop suey special, open kitchen
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Chinese Takeway | 4.5124 | — | — | sweet and sour chicken balls, not greasy food, 5-star food hygiene rating |
| Golden River | 3.895 | 1.7 mi | £10–20 | aromatic crispy duck, missing items in orders, chilli chicken wings |
| Phoenix Chinese Takeaway | 3.974 | 5.3 mi away | — | chow mein, salt and pepper chips, spring rolls |
| Golden Gate | 4.4204 | 6.8 mi away | £10–20 | spring rolls, chop suey special, open kitchen |
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