Kirin Chinese Food

Having relied on the place for many years my previous review expressed my extreme disappointment with the new owner's standards. However, they seem to have got a decent chef in now and the takeaways are not bad. Portions are smaller than previously but the food is now almost back to the way it was. It is however patchy. At times I've had soup that was tasteless and watery but most dishes are OK now. I assume some cooking is occasionally undertaken by less competent cooks. Still only cash taken which is annoying. Must be honest though, it is improving after a very bad start.

I had heard that the Kirin had changed owners, so though I would give it a go. Glad I did, the food was delicious, and tasted wonderfully fresh. I had the salt and pepper prawns, and my mum the salt and pepper squid, both of which are our favorites, so a dish we had had at many a Chinese restaurant, and this was the best we have ever had. My step dads usual of beef chinese and sweet and sour chicken, was also very yummy. Highly recommended!!

Well we have had varied meals here since it changed hands. They only take cash now, which is fine for us, but must deter some, at least you can get cash from the co-op next door. Our latest meal was really good, the shredded chilli chicken was great, we have found the beef version a bit soft at times, it should be crispy! Never had an unpleasant meal, just sometimes not quite there, and sometimes enjoyable, hence the 4* rating. Jolly handy to have in the village, and always friendly enough fast service.

I tried Kirin for the first time last night and was impressed. The restaurant was bustling with customers either dining in or placing takeout orders, but the service was friendly and efficient. The kitchen was clean and the food was prepared promptly. We ordered black bean chicken x2, pepper squid, noodles with bean sprouts and onion, egg fried rice, and crispy seaweed. The seaweed was a bit too sweet for our taste, but the rest of the food was excellent. As someone who has lived in Singapore and Hong Kong, I have had my fair share of Chinese food and can confidently say that the dishes at Kirin were delicious. I will definitely be returning, and it was convenient to be able to pay by card with no issues.

This is the worst takeout I have ever had. Do they even know how to cook? I would be better off eating instant noodles instead.