Unbelievably good. Walked in for lunch this afternoon and was blown away. We ordered the mapo tofu and shredded pork with hot peppers. Best Chinese we’ve had in the UK so far, and we’ve tried dozens of restaurants. It was the perfect level of spicy for us (meaning we were wiping our noses the entire time, just the way we like it). Spicy, flavorful, fresh- I was full but had about two times what I usually eat. If I’m in Swansea again, I’ll definitely stop by.
The food here is very good, different from a traditional UK Chinese takeaway, but moving onto some more authentic and varied choices of Chinese food. The food here is reasonably priced, service is quick and friendly, and cleanliness here is not an issue. Definitely recommend this place.
Very authentic Chinese food. Better than most of which in London even. Tasted amazing and of good price! Highly recommend tomato beef and deep fried lamb
Looking for a fantastic place to have Chinese? then this place is for you. on my recent visit to Swansea found this nice place to have dinner and to my surprise this restaurant had an amazing and authentic Chinese dishes that would please most people. Not just the vast choice but also this place is very good for your wallet. This place is a must visit for all who love their Chinese food.
Just love this fantastic cafe!
Only found it before Christmas and we just love coming here for the most exceptional tasty meal!
Can definitely recommend the Garlic Chicken wings!
As well as the Very spicy fish fillets & Spicy King Prawns
Diolch
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Gourmet Cafe in Swansea is nothing short of a revelation! This restaurant, tucked away in the city's bustling heart, is an absolute treasure for anyone with a penchant for authentic Chinese cuisine. Its five-star review from me comes with a serving of enthusiastic applause!
Although simply furnished, the Gourmet Cafe has an undeniable charm. The decor creates a welcoming, no-nonsense atmosphere that places the spotlight firmly where it belongs: on the delicious food.
The staff at Gourmet Cafe deserves a special mention. Always friendly and accommodating, they lend a wonderfully personal touch to the dining experience that goes beyond mere service. They effortlessly create a warm atmosphere that complements the delicious food.
Now, let's talk about the star of the show - the food! If your heart yearns for authentic Chinese flavours, the Gourmet Cafe will not disappoint. Every dish is a symphony of taste, with ingredients that sing in perfect harmony. From the classics to the exotic, the menu offers a culinary journey that traverses the vast landscape of Chinese cuisine, leaving you satiated yet craving for more!
Despite the high-quality cuisine, the prices at Gourmet Cafe are incredibly fair. You get a top-notch dining experience that's also easy on your wallet - a rare combo that's hard to resist!
In conclusion, Gourmet Cafe has stolen my foodie heart and earned a resounding five stars. If you're in Swansea and have a love for Chinese cuisine, do yourself a favour and visit the Gourmet Cafe. I guarantee it'll be a feast to remember!
This place is so good we have taken to going here almost every week. The food is on another level! It is run by such a lovely family who are very talented chefs. The service and advice we have had is second to none. Personal favourites so far... Hot and sour soup; prawns in egg yolk; Brocolli in hot and sour; spare ribs in sweet and sour and sizzling beef. But you won't be disappointed by anything you order, every dish is delicious. Amazing place with a great atmosphere and lovely staff!
Cash ONLY!! The food was amazing, we had crispy deep fried prawns with shells on which makes it the highlight of our trip to Swansea, so much so that we visited a second time the next day just to repeat the same crispy prawns. The second night, the prawns weren't as crispy or fresh as the first night but the restaurant was busy and the server was not around so a friend of the chef was helping out in the restaurant. Bubble tea could be better though.
I agree with the good reviews on here. They led me to have dinner there tonight. Wonderful deep fried prawns with Garlic, shell on; chicken chow mein, excellent noodles, and stir fried Chinese vegetables. Everything hot and good, and enormous portions. Despite being hungry, took home quite a lot. All for £29.00. London eat your heart out!
Best Chinese food I have had in Swansea yet! As an Asian, the food here is legit. The setup is small so seats are limited. When we were there, they were so swamped they couldn’t provide us with soup bowl coz’ they can’t wash fast enough!! Also they only take cash. Then again, we are so used to such stuff in Asia, we don’t really bother so long as the food is good. The stir fried chili prawns can with a real bite and was very fragrant. The sizzling beef was smoking and straight off the stove. Dive into it fast before the beef gets stuck to the bottom of the hot plate. The Kongpo chicken was a little weak. Will definitely come back again to try other dishes.
Very original dishes , things which you probably never tried before : frogs 🐸, intenstines, tendons, tripes, jellyfishes... And lots more in unique culinary connections and lots of varieties.
This is not just Dining Experience, but whole trip to Far, far East 🏮💖
You might get some communication problems with a waitress but this might be just a different cultural behaviour and the end everything arrive as it should be.
Everything is priced incredibly low 😯👏
Totally top (personal favourite just after GiGi's) Chinese in City!
Amazing!! Excellent food and service, the food was super tasty and delicious, good portions. It was incredible and unbelievable the quality price. I will recommend 1000%
Excellent service, fast and efficient! Nice food at incredible prices! I love all dishes I ordered! Well done!
As authentic as it gets. Great Chinese restaurant with quality dishes at very fair prices 👌
Large portions and great taste! Great value for money. My favourite is beef brisket with rice or ho fun(noodles).
This place is absolutely amazing and I cant say enough good things about it. The food is so delicious and authentic, the price for what you get is unbelievable, the cafe is always so clean and the staff are very friendly and accommodating. I tried it once on a whim and have been back around 4 or 5 times. Highly recommend.
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Incredible Chinese food cooked by an excellent chef who is extremely proud of his craft. Sizzling black pepper beef is a staple dish at this restaurant and is a must-try. We have not had a single bad dish from here, and the food keeps exceptionally well when taken home to be eaten the next day.
Many moons ago this place used to be perfect, but the increase in business means they are now quite busy most evenings. This means the customer service can be exceptionally poor. We have often had our drinks forgotten, and menus can take a long time to be despatched. Additionally, ordering can take a very long time, particularly if there are many parties or larger groups. Sometimes you might find you ordered first, but your dishes come much later than for everybody else. We've also caught the waitress cleaning her nails while we waited for our forgotten drinks once, which was a bit sad.
While the customer service is a shame, I think the food is the best Chinese food I've eaten in my life. We would come here more often (or as often as we used to) but nowadays it's very cramped in there with the extra customers, and it can be a hassle waiting so long for food or service.
Very good food at decent price. This was our 5th visit in last 6 months.sizzling beef in pepper souse must try. Nice clean place .
Smile of chef bringing sizzling platter priceless :)
Real tasty food here, been here hands full of times, never been disappointed, the only niggle is when its cold outside expect it to be cold inside here, no heating used, kept our coats on once then didn't return until the weather warmed up
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