
Rainbow Chinese exeter
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About Rainbow Chinese exeter
Rainbow Chinese exeter is a Chinese takeaway on Burnthouse Ln in Exeter, family-run and recently under new ownership. Orders run over the phone for a set pick-up time, and the counter takes walk-ins, so there is no booking to arrange. The kitchen works through a list of around 39 dishes, and among them sits Babi-Pangang, an uncommon choice for a takeaway menu of this kind and worth a look for anyone tired of ordering the same thing. Crispy Aromatic Duck anchors the more familiar end of the range, with salt and pepper chips among the sides that come up again and again on orders. Noodles, curry sauce and ribs in Peking sauce fill out the rest. Payment is cash only, so bring notes rather than a card when you collect. The shop opens in the evenings from Tuesday through Sunday and stays closed on Mondays.
Good to know
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot
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Menu & Prices
39 dishes · mains £3–12- Crispy Aromatic Duck£12.00
- Crispy Seaweed£5.00
- Skewer Satay Chicken£7.00
- Crispy Chilli Chicken£7.40
- Deep Fried Shredded Beef In Spicy Sauce£7.50
- Chicken Wings Peking Style£6.70
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention generous portion sizes, curry sauce, ribs in peking sauce and crispy chilli beef.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention generous portion sizes, curry sauce, ribs in peking sauce and crispy chilli beef.
Customer Review Summary
The criticism is sharper but less frequent. One reviewer says the chicken tasted pre-cooked and frozen and that only the chips were edible. Another found the curry sauce green, watery and peppery after a change in recipe, and threw half the meal away, though a later update says new owners have learned the old recipes and the former flavour has returned. A third found the salt and pepper chicken wings a bit salty and oily. One reviewer phoned ahead on a Tuesday and found the order ready at the agreed time, paying cash.
Customer Review Summary
The criticism is sharper but less frequent. One reviewer says the chicken tasted pre-cooked and frozen and that only the chips were edible. Another found the curry sauce green, watery and peppery after a change in recipe, and threw half the meal away, though a later update says new owners have learned the old recipes and the former flavour has returned. A third found the salt and pepper chicken wings a bit salty and oily. One reviewer phoned ahead on a Tuesday and found the order ready at the agreed time, paying cash.
Featured reviews
- K19 Singh
“What a lovely family run business I only had the salt pepper chips n a curry sause it was amazing”
- Mandy Chu
“Probably the most generous portion size we've had from a Chinese take-away. The food was delicious, especially the ribs in Peking sauce. The only criticism we have was the salt and pepper chicken wings were a bit salty and oily. The staff were very friendly. The location was great, and very convenient with parking outside the shop, or off street parking.”
- Stephen Dixon
“Phoned on a Tuesday at 5.30 and arranged to pick up at 6.15. All ready and Cash only. Food was delicious. Really tender chicken, plenty of prawns and cashew nuts. …”
- Brad Wilde
“Not sure how this place is so highly rated, but our experience was awful. The food was terrible — the chicken was clearly pre-cooked and frozen, absolutely not fresh. We could barely get through three-quarters of it and even that was a struggle. The only thing remotely edible was the chips. Won’t be ordering again.”
- sophie hodges
“This place is an incredible value — the prices are surprisingly low for how much you get. The portions are huge, and everything tastes fresh and delicious. The staff are always friendly, kind, and welcoming, which makes every visit even better. Highly recommend”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Apparel chain offering fashionable clothing for women, men & kids, as well as shoes & accessories.”
- Popular for popular for dinner
Amenities
- Free of charge street parking
- Offers takeaway
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Serves late-night food
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- Offerings· 1
- Quick bite
- Parking· 1
- Free parking lot
- Dining options· 1
- Serves dinner
- Popular for· 1
- Popular for dinner
Location
Chinese restaurants near Rainbow Chinese exeter
- Dee Yi4.22401.3 mi
roast duck, steamed fish, spicy chicken dishes
- Yummy House3.7851.3 mi
crispy duck, sweet and sour pork balls, pork fried rice
- Oriental Express3.8892 mi£10–20
special curry and chips, generous meat portions, cash only payments
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Chinese exeter | 4.4209 | — | £10–20 | generous portion sizes, curry sauce, ribs in peking sauce |
| Dee Yi | 4.2240 | 1.3 mi | — | roast duck, steamed fish, spicy chicken dishes |
| Yummy House | 3.785 | 1.3 mi | — | crispy duck, sweet and sour pork balls, pork fried rice |
| Oriental Express | 3.889 | 2 mi | £10–20 | special curry and chips, generous meat portions, cash only payments |
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