Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 158 reviews

What Alfie Matthews doesn't like about Joyful:
The waitress who bring us food is the only one can smile in this restaurant, others just don't care and the manager doesn't even look at you when you pay the bill. Food is below average and I don't think it can be called Chinese...food at all. View all feedback. What Joanne Edwards likes about Joyful:
I recently dined here for a Staff Party. Service was friendly and attentive. We had a good range of the menu and all dishes were lovely. Highlight was the wontons for me! Im a sucker for a good wonton! View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
3.0 ★ from 50 reviews
Ruth
07.08.2024 - 04:48

I had wanted to return to Joyful as my one previous experience was positive. We got there on a Saturday night with no reservations so couldn’t have a table...no...

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ChaoL143
07.08.2024 - 04:48

The waitress who bring us food is the only one can smile in this restaurant, others just don't care and the manager doesn't even look at you when you pay the bi...

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linda
07.08.2024 - 04:48

Original chinese dishes , great for 6 or more people for there are great round tables with a lazy susan so you can share these great feeds easily

IvanO538
07.08.2024 - 04:48

I was visiting NZ and missed Chinese food after a week, and when I got to Christchurch I found this restaurant. It's unpretentious, very clean and features a pr...

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SingaporeAndrew
07.08.2024 - 04:48

Perhaps this was good by Christchurch standards, but I found the food tasting pretty average. The boss at the cash register was not very interested in us, seeme...

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Joyful restaurant in Christchurch offers a mix of reviews, ranging from disappointment in service to absolute satisfaction with the food. While some customers had negative experiences with disinterested staff and incorrect orders, others praised the quick service and delicious, authentic dishes. The restaurant is known for its superb Chinese food, with recommended dishes like fried dumplings and lemon chicken. Despite occasional issues with slow service and lack of ambience, customers appreciate the value for money and the extensive menu options. Overall, Joyful offers a mixed dining experience but is still worth a visit for its tasty offerings.

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3.8 ★ from 10 reviews
Georgia
02.02.2022 - 04:38

A fan for good chilli oil.. dumpling was good and tons better with that chilli oil!!! They have a cute cake cabinet too

Andy
02.02.2022 - 04:38

Can never go past this restaurant when in Christchurch, have been here on a number of occasions and has never dissapointed yet. Quick and efficient for a lunch...

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Francesca
02.02.2022 - 04:38

We are a group of Singaporean visitors, scourging the land for Asian food after a week of burgers, fries, fish and chips and steaks. Oh boy, were we satisfied....

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Joanne
02.02.2022 - 04:38

I recently dined here for a Staff Party. Service was friendly and attentive. We had a good range of the menu and all dishes were lovely. Highlight was the wonto...

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Hannah
02.02.2022 - 04:38

I had wanted to return to Joyful as my one previous experience was positive. We got there on a Saturday night with no reservations so couldn’t have a table...no...

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Tripadvisor
4.1 ★ from 84 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.0 ★ from 74 reviews

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