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Banquet Chinese, Colchester, Essex

Banquet Chinese

4.6
4.6
1653 Reviews
£26 to £40
Cantonese
A photo of Banquet Chinese restaurant

Banquet Chinese

4.6
£26 to £40
Cantonese
Colchester

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
Please not that on NYE dinner only set menus will be available.


Banquet Chinese is a restaurant and venue unlike any other found in Colchester or North Essex today. This is Chinese food the way it is meant to be experienced! Our mouth-watering dishes are cooked to perfection by award-winning chefs using only the freshest and finest ingredients.

The interior has been carefully chosen and imported from China to create a genuine and sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy your lunch or evening meal, perhaps together with a bottle of wine from the well rounded wine list supplied by Liberty Wines.

Please take some time to familiarise yourself with Banquet Chinese here on our website. Have a look at our menus and wine lists. Read about Dim Sum, the delicious little dishes perfect as starters or as a light and sophisticated lunch time meal. Polite notice: Parties of 10 or more guests will be required to choose from one of our dedicated set menus.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Cantonese, Dim Sum, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 11:30 am–8:45 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    01206 211588
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    DINING AT BANQUET CHINESE Our combination of contemporary Cantonese dishes and traditional Dim Sum are served in elegant and intimate surroundings. Our food embodies the cuisine enjoyed for generations in villages throughout rural areas of Asia.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a Private dining area which can cater for up to 55 guests sit down or 80 guests standing. Functions from private parties, product launches and live music are a few of the options available. Note a deposit and a minimum party size is required.
  • Neighborhood
    Colchester
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,653 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Essex

    Kid-friendly

  • Essex

    Good for groups

  • Essex

    Hot spot

  • Essex

    Good for special occasions

  • Essex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Banquet Chinese in Colchester consistently delivers "outstanding" food and "great service" with friendly, attentive staff. Guests rave about the authentic Cantonese dim sum, described as "dim sum of dreams," and the "best in Essex." The atmosphere is lively and welcoming, making it a favorite for special occasions and family gatherings.

1,653 Reviews
  1. David

    Essex

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food great, drinks a tad expensive, it would be good if the noise level could be “dampened”. Lovely venue and facilities are high standard.

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  2. Lisa

    Essex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never had a bad experience, the staff are amazing, food is fantastic, we even had our wedding reception here last year and our guests thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

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  3. Jen

    Essex

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal for a family birthday meal. Everyone loved their food and the service, as always was great.

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  4. Kathy

    Essex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good and portions were large Service was good

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  5. Andrew

    Essex

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food great service best dim sum ever!!! 😍

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  6. Robert Barry

    Essex

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Usual great food and service, more than adequate helpings!

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  7. Jen

    Essex

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Wonderful food and service as always. Will be back.

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  8. Tracey

    Essex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Wonderful food, lovely service and good value. Would definitely recommend.

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  9. Chris

    Veneto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyable evening. Great food. Great service. Can't wait until next time.

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  10. David

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb Dim Sum as usual my fellow guests had various dishes also and they were also excellent.

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FAQs

Banquet Chinese offers delivery in partnership with Deliveroo. Banquet Chinese also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01206 211588.

Banquet Chinese is rated 4.6 stars by 1653 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of Banquet Chinese restaurant

Banquet Chinese

4.6
£26 to £40
Cantonese
Colchester

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Banquet Chinese

342 London Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex CO3 8LT

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Colchester
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 11:30 am–8:45 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–8:45 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Cantonese, Dim Sum, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    01206 211588
  • Catering
    DINING AT BANQUET CHINESE Our combination of contemporary Cantonese dishes and traditional Dim Sum are served in elegant and intimate surroundings. Our food embodies the cuisine enjoyed for generations in villages throughout rural areas of Asia.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a Private dining area which can cater for up to 55 guests sit down or 80 guests standing. Functions from private parties, product launches and live music are a few of the options available. Note a deposit and a minimum party size is required.
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