Reviews


At present, there are 1071 ratings available from 6 website(s). The mean score for Happy Chef is 4.4, implying that guests have a very high opinion of this restaurant. Happy Chef is a no-frills Chinese restaurant that has been serving consistently delicious food for over 10 years. While the ambience may be a bit dated, the quality of the dishes makes up for it. The spicy beef noodle soup is good, although the beef chunks are not the best, while the prawn and scallop noodle soup shines with its beautiful broth. The Emperors Chicken is also a recommended option. The restaurant offers huge portions of authentic Chinese food at fair prices. Customers appreciate the good value, range, and delicious flavors of the dishes. While some have noted a lack of hospitality from the staff, the overall consensus is that Happy Chef leaves diners happy and satisfied, with hearty meals cooked with love. The restaurant is currently undergoing reconstruction after a fire, but loyal customers continue to praise its cheap and cheerful atmosphere, excellent fast food, and friendly staff. Happy Chef is a trusted spot for yummy Chinese food that always satisfies cravings, with a huge selection of dishes to choose from. Customers have been returning for years and have never been disappointed, enjoying favorites like chicken and wonton soup, crispy chicken with Santon Sauce, and vegie laksa. Overall, eating at Happy Chef is a happy experience for your tummy and soul.

Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 1071 reviews

Reviews from various websites

Menulist
3.4 ★ from 5 reviews
Kendall
14.08.2017 - 06:22

It is not a frills Chinese, but it does not try that something else. And it is so consistent for at least the last 10 years. Grief The spicy beef brush soup is...

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Joany
14.08.2017 - 06:22

Amazing food, big affordable Chinese food. Eggplant was the best. I have it to take away and was even crispy after 15 minutes. Grief Mongolian beef was full of...

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Kristian
14.08.2017 - 06:22

Cheap and cheerful, excellent fast food, friendly staff. Do not win awards for decor or ambience, but the food is everything that is important here. Our go-to f...

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Renata
14.08.2017 - 06:22

My way in Newtown for fast, fresh Chinese / Malaysian / HK noodles + rice dishes. The food is always fresh. It is not a fancy place, but the service is friendly...

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Hardy
14.08.2017 - 06:22

If you use bleached shrimps and frozen beanchurd skin instead of fresh, they would never make nice food. The Vermicelli was unhappy - some hard, some muddy. May...

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INT Restaurants
4.4 ★ from 540 reviews
Bianca
30.01.2024 - 09:57

I have been coming to Happy Chef for at least 10 years. I took a bit of a hiatus as I moved out the area for almost 2 years and when I came back this weekend, t...

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Scott
30.01.2024 - 09:57

Happy Chef is a great value option for CBD lunches. I'd recommend takeaway as the decor seating is in need of a serious upgrade. But the attention clearly goes...

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Kathryn
30.01.2024 - 09:57

This is a wonderful place for a good bowl of laksa. They have a huge menu but I can never go past the vegie laksa! It's always tasty, fresh, quick and cheap. Th...

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michael
30.01.2024 - 09:57

Fast, delicious and mains average $A14. A great pre or post movie option. Been here a dozen times and never disappointed

Luke
30.01.2024 - 09:57

Food is delicious! Best mongolian lamb I have had. Restaurant is clean and staff are always very friendly. I always enjoy dining here.

Facebook
4.5 ★ from 105 reviews
Google
4.5 ★ from 331 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.1 ★ from 742 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 95 reviews

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