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Shanghai Express

28-30 East Street, Newquay, England
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Ranked #5 of 118 restaurants in Newquay
Cuisines: Chinese
Dining options: Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
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Dining options: Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
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Cambridge
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31 reviews 31 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Amazing. best chinese food I have had in a long time. the service and atmosphere was superb. Lots of locals in and you could see why. The food is beautifully cooked and presented and is not at all greasy. We had one of the set menu banquets and it was superb. The chef came out to speak to us and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

We are a regular customer at shanghai express. Lenny is always so friendly to everyone and the food is always amazing. Living in Newquay this is the chinese we always choose to eat from, my girls love the fact that they get special treats from lenny

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St Helens, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Once again Lenny has come up trumps. His geniality and excellent food make this one of the best Chinese restaurants I have visited. I holiday in Newquay for the first week in June every year and Lenny is always happy to see us. Lenny is very friendly and has been known to slip in an extra main meal for free... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013 via mobile

A truly epic experience food is delicious and the whole place feels fantastic. I'd live there if I could!!!

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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

we got a takeaway from here as we felt they was a considerable difference in cost and our hotel, The Quies, welcomed guests to bring food back providing you ate downstairs. The food was delicious and plenty of it, in fact we had the remainder for lunch on Saturday!

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London
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10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

The reviews on trip advisor persuaded us to try this place and true to form the previous reviews were correct - this place is a real hidden gem. Newquay town centre isn't particularly nice and the restaurants generally don't look very inviting. This restaurant is on the the first floor and the inside can't be seen from the street. However... More

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Swindon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

I was on holiday in Newquay so on the advice of a local friend went to Lenny's restaurant...... so glad we did! Staff were extremely welcoming and friendly and the food was second to none!!! I've eaten in many Chinese Restaurants in my time but this exceeds them all - good quality food freshly cooked and SO tasty! Thank you... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013 via mobile

We came in quite late and were accommodated immediately. The atmosphere was great, very relaxed and easy going. The staff were exceptional, especially the British girl serving here. And when the food came out WOW! It is freshly cooked, presented on plate warmers and very flavoursome. It's quite hard to find the entrance and your not sure what to expect... More

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cornwall
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5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

Excellent food, spoilt for choice. Staff are extremely friendly and welcoming. Return here as often as possible.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013 via mobile

Awesome food, awesome host, awesome price! Just brilliant, would strongly recommend! Keep up the good work Lenny

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