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Rainbow Chinese exeter

Chinese restaurantsExeter

4.4 out of 5 stars4.4(209 reviews)

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Quick info

+44 1392 496345
1-3 Burnthouse Ln, Exeter EX2 6BG, United Kingdom
£10–20 · Reported by 52 people

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

  • Parking
    Free 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
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Reviews

4.4/5
209 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention generous portion sizes, curry sauce, ribs in peking sauce and crispy chilli beef.

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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

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