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Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 7611 reviews

What User doesn't like about Karen's Unicorn:
Nice and cosy Chinese restaurant. The decor is real comfy and staff is very courteous. The soups were really tasty and the rice, the rest of the dishes too were really nice. View all feedback. What User likes about Karen's Unicorn:
we found this place 2 years ago at a visit to edinburgh for the six nations rugby (scotland w wales), and we were very pleased that it is still going, and still good. it is easy to share from the busiest parts of edinburgh, but it is worth looking for it. we were a party of 8 of this time, sitting quite fast served although we were at the end as the last table in the restaurant! eating was excellent, we have divided... View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.4 ★ from 50 reviews
Paul
02.10.2024 - 04:37

Very dated interior decor. Sign missing multiple letters.

JL
02.10.2024 - 04:37

Food was great , staff were super friendly and polite … highly recommended

Genevieve
02.10.2024 - 04:37

Great food and service, really friendly and smiley staffs!

Callum
02.10.2024 - 04:37

By far the best takeout Chinese in New Town, Edinburgh. Consistently excellent.

David
02.10.2024 - 04:37

The best Chinese in Edinburgh, and its not even close. Sit in or takeaway, outstanding.

Discover a cozy and bustling Chinese restaurant in Edinburgh that serves up classic dishes to a busy crowd. With a warm and inviting atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious cuisine, this spot is perfect for a casual lunch or a dinner to remember. From delectable starters like bbq spare ribs to main courses like Peking Duck, Spring Rolls, and Cantonese sweet and sour chicken, there's something for everyone to enjoy. While service can sometimes be slow, the overall experience of dining here is sure to leave you satisfied. So if you're in the mood for a comforting meal in a relaxed setting, this place is worth a visit.

Menu
3.0 ★ from 20 reviews

If you really have to!. We ordered from here on New Year's day, probably a very busy day for take-out, but still the food was not good at all. The meat and fish...

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Although I enjoyed my lunch and thought that it was very tasty (particularly the prawns) I couldn’t help but feel that the food wasn’t anything special.

We found this place 2 years ago at a visit to edinburgh for the six nations rugby (scotland w wales), and we were very pleased that it is still going, and still...

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Beautiful and cozy Chinese restaurant. the decor is really comfortable and the staff is very friendly. the suppen were really delicious and the rice, even the r...

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I was recommended by a friend for this place. in his words the best Chinese in edinburgh'. I really need to show him where to eat the place is nice, the decor i...

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Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 1194 reviews
CheshireDiner2014
31.10.2023 - 07:49

Called here on the off chance whilst on a family visit to Edinburgh. Although they were unable to accommodate us straight away, they suggested we return in 45 m...

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Vivien
31.10.2023 - 07:49

Just horrible Vegetable Chow Mein very greasy noodles and practically no veg. Probably the worst I’ve ever had.

Hawklord
31.10.2023 - 07:49

Been here a few times over the years as the food is always really good. This time was for a family birthday so a special occasion. Have to say, the restaurant r...

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Luba
31.10.2023 - 07:49

AVOID!!!! A male staff member got very aggressive with me when pointed out his mistake with the order.

Sugeeta
31.10.2023 - 07:49

Amazing food and Polly delivered incredible service and advice (lots of veggie options! . I will go back … maybe even tomorrow.

Heyrestaurants
3.8 ★ from 884 reviews

The food at this restaurant was outstanding. The soft shell crab was the best I have ever tried, and the almond prawns were delicious. The service was friendly...

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I visited this restaurant a few weeks ago with my boyfriend. The service was impeccable and the Chinese food was the best I have ever tasted.

Always try to go when I'm in Edinburgh. Excellent food. My favourite Chinese of all I've been to.

The staff was very accommodating the food was delicious we loved everything about our experience there!

The menu was reasonable in what it had to offer but

Facebook
4.4 ★ from 198 reviews
Foursquare
3.6 ★ from 20 reviews
Google
4.5 ★ from 648 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.4 ★ from 1 reviews
Yelp
4.0 ★ from 15 reviews
Zomato
3.3 ★ from 594 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.5 ★ from 1690 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.1 ★ from 3176 reviews

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