Peking Restaurant in Gravesham

Unfortunately this was not a good experience, this must have been one of the worst meals I have had in a long time, only ones in restaurant so atmosphere poor to say the least, only one member of staff who done everything from service to cooking, which was not great, decor so shabby paper coming off the walls ,strange smell and tablecloths discoloured and holed to the point of needing replacing, someone on a previous comment said 1970 decor, think they was right and that's the last time it was decorated. This is a place I will not be going back to or could ever recommend to anyone thinking of going there, ultimately my advise pick somewhere else, Gravesend must have better places.

Absolutely fabulous food and service. Love this place. Authentic 70s decor. A real gem. Hard to find unless you know where it is. Upstairs close to the Methodist church. Give it a try. You’ll love it I’m sure. Duck is to die for!

I've been coming here most of my life and never wrote a review so now it's time. We always come here for special occasions and that's for a reason. The Peking is a small family run restaurant which is tucked away with the entrance door between two shops. If you like a traditional 'proper' restaurant this is the place. The food is outstanding and so is the service. We had planned to take some photos of the food when we visited the other night but we kept forgetting and got stuck into each course before it was too late! I can honestly say I don't remember having a dish from the Peking which I didn't like. We usually have mixed horderves to start followed by crispy duck with plum sauce, pancakes etc then pick a few dishes for our main. We tried a seafood sizzling platter for a change which was amazing and served very sizzling! I have noticed when the sizzling platters are served they always turn heads from other diners and they will end up getting one! The table service has always been excellent and it's somewhere you can relax, have a few drinks and not be rushed therefore we will usually have our starters and duck, then pick what dishes we feel we want for our main meal which has never been a problem. We are usually too full to have dessert as we were the other night! but in the past when we have, again it's always been good especially the hot toffee apples seem to stand out in my memory. We have so many good memories of this place. I visited the restaurant with my parents on special occasions as a child, I visited in my teens, 20s and now I'm 35 and still coming back, sometimes with my children so that really does say something for the place! The restaurant has kept its traditional charm and decor inside which we love. Its the little touches that make this place special and it really must be tried to be appreciated as there are sadly not many places about like this anymore. Keep up the good work and see you next time!

This was against the norm... I've always felt rushed at Chinese restaurants. One in one out as quick as possible. But the waitress always asked if we'd like more time between courses and was so nice! Between the courses we had hot flannels to wipe our hands with, the plates were heated as well... so many little touches that made the experience so nice. The food was also absolutely first class as well. Yes the decor may be a little outdated but personally for me it made the whole experience more authentic. Gravesend is very lucky to have such a lovely restaurant.

Im oberen Stock gelegen. Sehr freundlicher Empfang. Chefin verwickelte uns in ein sehr interessantes Gespräch. Die ganze Einrichtung ist sehr chinesisch. Von den Möbeln bis zum Fernsehen. Es liefen den ganzen Abend chinesische Lieder. Grosse Karte mit vielen Speisen zu normalen Preisen. Essen war sehr gut. Ich hatte Hähnchen süss - sauer mit gebratenen Reis und ein chinesisches Bier. Ich kann dieses Restaurant sehr empfehlen.

When here for my mum birthday meal last night.. The food was excellent. Service was great. staff was friendly. Could not ask for more

I have eaten at the Peking several times and I was concerned when ownership changed hands. However I need not have worried as it was taken over by a member of staff who continued the excellent service previously offered. The only drawback is the steep stairs to this first floor restaurant but it’s well worth the effort.

Food is tasty and hot The duck is to die for and they even shred it at the table for you Staff are amazing they can’t do enough for you very helpfull have been here a few times and will defo come back

My wife phoned the restaurant and explained my son had a sesame allergy and asked if it would be a problem. She was assured by the owner that whatever we chose he would ensure it wouldn’t be cooked in sesame oil or contain sesame. She therefore booked a table for this evening.

We couldnt get into our regular chinese restaurant so we looked online and found Peking, luckily they had availability. When we arrived we was greeted and made to feel welcome, we enjoyed every course, every part of their service. The food wasnt greasy like some we have tried. We have decided this is our new regular chinese restaurant. We highly recommend, DONT be put off by the small doorway, the food and service is amazing

They must have it right. Being open over 40 years and still going strong. Amazing food really in a league above all these all you can eat restaurants. Truly recommend you won’t get any better food.

Hard to spot, on the main road a set of stairs good food hard to find a decent Chinese but we looked online and found it was worth the trip, collection or eat in only exactly what was required would order again and got a beer with our food nice touch

This is one of the best Chinese restaurants around, with fantastic quality food and service. We spent NYE here and had one of the Special Set Menus. There were four of us and it catered for everyone. The starters and duck courses were very good and the mains were really great, with chicken, pork and prawn dishes. Each one was cooked to a really high standard. The owners are a fantastic couple who always make you so welcome. Definitely worth a visit.

I eat a whole lot of Chinese food.

This restaurant is said to be the longest running in Kent, being established in its present form in 1972, However, it’s history as a Chinese restaurant goes earlier than that as I recall going to it in the sixties (some 50 years ago) when it was called The Oyster (under different ownership) so it’s certainly got some history. Although not a regular I have used it numerous times on and off since those days and always enjoyed it. The main drawback is that the entrance is through an unobtrusive doorway and up a fairly long flight of steep stairs, so it is not really suited to those with mobility problems (and also means that you can’t see in to assess it from the outside). However, after climbing the stairs (not as young as when it was ‘The Oyster’!) we were given a friendly welcome and ushered into the comfortable interior which is tastefully decorated and projects a warm and cosy ambience in traditional style (white tables clothes, carpeted floor etc. as against the more contemporary modern furnishings) and doesn’t seem to have changed very much in all the years it’s been there. Part of the charm I think, and I completely agree with the opening comment of the previous reviewer who said that “there's something very endearing about this restaurant - slightly old fashioned but with a real honest feel.” The soft background music was late 50’s rock ‘n’ roll classics, which added to the feeling of nostalgia (for us older customers, anyway!) The main dining room is not that large (about 10 tables, including a round table for groups) but comfortably furnished, and I believe there are a couple of other rooms that could be used if busy or take a party/group booking. The menu is an extensive list of all the usual dishes. Complimentary prawn crackers were given at the start while looking at the menu, and all the dishes we ordered were very good, although I found the soft shelled crab starter to be very salty (but to be fair the menu does warn that it is prepared in a spicy salt). We thought it was very reasonably priced compared with other places for the style of restaurant and quality of food. For example, most dishes, with the exception of King Prawn and Fillet Steak dishes, are less than £6, and the others only a little more It’s difficult to compare value with the ‘eat as much as you like’ Chinese restaurants, but it was good value for what we had and much less expensive than the other main a la carte Chinese in Windmill Street (and much better too!). The service was attentive and friendly (although there were only a few other tables taken on a mid-week evening so I can’t speak for when it might be crowded) and all in all we enjoyed a very good Chinese meal in a nice atmosphere. We’ll certainly continue to use it all the time our legs can carry us up those stairs! On more practical matters that might be helpful, there is no street parking outside or in the immediate vicinity, which means using one of the public car parks (free after 6), although the nearest is only some five minutes’ walk or so away depending on how fast you walk. It does not provide a take-away delivery service (although I believe you can order and collect) and it is closed on Sunday.

There's something very endearing about this restaurant. slightly old fashioned but with a real honest feel. the food is above average for sure, but not quite very good. I had salt and pepper squid. Huge pieces of squid meant it kept tender and had delicious garlic and spring onion with it. Again, a really honest dish without being quite first rate. the squid could have been slightly smaller and the batter slightly less oily. For the main I had satay chicken which could have been spicier and a large shape wheat noodle dish i can't remember the name of (i don't remember seeing it on a menu before) but would recommend. Chinese tea was delicious, prices very good, service as friendly as you can imagine and overall would happily visit again. So without the food being first rate i can happily recommend

Been going here for years and it’s a hidden gem. Old fashioned service...no buffet rush here. Quality food and friendly service

Good friends took us here last year and whenever we visit this Chinese restaurant is top of our list. The quality of food and service is well worth the stairs to the first floor where you find a traditional ambience in keeping with the 40 year anniversary they proudly proclaim.

A group of us had a belated Xmas do here, our favourite Chinese, and as it happened it was also Valentine's night. There was a great set menu for £25 which included a sharing starters platter, crispy aromatic duck, 3 main courses (the chicken satay was spicy and delicious), toffee apple and ice cream and coffee. The meal was wonderful, great ambience as usual and Ivy and Loong were delightful hosts. We all has a great time made that bit more special when we left with a red rose for the ladies and ferrerro riche chocolates in a heart shaped box. A delightful evening and excellent value for money!

I’ve visited this restaurant on and off for years. The service is always excellent. We went for the set menu which is only £6 for 2 courses. We were offered the choice of either a sweet or coffee.

They must have it right. Being open over 40 years and still going strong. Amazing food really in a league above all these all you can eat restaurants. Truly recommend you won’t get any better food.

Have been coming here for about 35 of the 45 years it has been open on and off, and still

I been coming here since 1972 ! It's a little different now the original family retired but it's still high quality. It could do with a bit of a spruce up but the food is still simply delicious. This was our first visit for a year or two but the owner still remembered us. Never had a bad meal here so can't understand some of the other reviews! But it's all down to opinion I suppose. We of course will definitely return.

Este restaurante ha sido abierto por un largo tiempo y esperaba que fuera bien, ya que solía ser. Fue terrible, la comida era sosa y sin sabor, y pequeñas porciones pobre servicio. Estaba sucio y polvoriento y en grave necesidad de cuidados. Una pena, ya que este siempre fue el No. 1 ir a China en Gravesend y yo no vamos a volver. Quizás los cogimos a?

They must have it right. Being open over 40 years and still going strong. Amazing food really in a league above all these all you can eat restaurants

No he estado en este restaurante en años - gran error de mi parte - la comida y el servicio era increíble!

Pasé por este lugar cada día y nunca se dieran cuenta, pero un día decidimos ir y estoy muy contenta de haberlo hecho.

Comida realmente encantadora, comprar un montón de sitios de china, pero esta es especial, el cordero crujientes es impresionante, un poco más caro que la mayoría de chinos, pero vale la pena el dinero

Teníamos un coche pero no entregar se necesita recolectar. La comida era adorable, pero ten cuidado ya que estaba cobrando demás y dijeron los precios en línea no era la fecha hasta los precios.

We visited the Peking last night for a friends birthday. It started with trying to lug a pushchair up a steep flight of stairs which smelt strongly of urine. Thankfully we have nice friends to help while staff watched us struggle. My friend had booked a room for 21 guests but there were only 19 spaces set out so some people had to squeeze. They had provided a highchair for my son but it was filthy. Thank god for wipes. We had to clean this ourselves. We sat down at half 6 and ordered drinks which didn't arrive for half an hour. The food was OK but nothing amazing and there wasn't enough for a table of 7. The vegetarians were told where to sit by the waiter regardless of what our friend wanted. All in all we didn't leave until around half 11. I have never known a meal to take 5 hours! With about an hour between courses. I only gave this a two because the food was edible and some was quite tasty, all be it very overpriced. My wife and I are not in a rush to return.

Accidentally reviewed this wonderful restaurant but put the name as Peking Palace. My review was meant to be of this restaurant which was exceptional. Please could you correct this? Thankd

Tasteless food, slimey pink chicken, soggy rice, prawn toast soaked in fat. Our Valentine's meal which cost £30 was put straight in the bin. Very disappointed in what we believed had the reputation of one of the best in Gravesend. Would not eat here again.

I love this restaurant. Went for mums 70th birthday and again it didn't disappoint. Food and service fantastic. This is my restaurant of choice for a special occasion. You are never rushed ( always pre booked so not sure if you just turn up) never had a bad meal and always made to feel welcome even with children.

Intimate authentic atmosphere very Christmastime background music. There is a lunchtime menu of two courses fo £5.50 which looked delicious but we went for the A La Carte menu which was more choice filled. Really good food delightful waiter and very reasonably priced.

We had a spur of the moment to eat out and my boyfriend asked me where I wanted to go. I said what about Peking and so we did.We wasnt dissapointed in fact we had such a very warm welcome by the lovely couple that run it. The decor was very authentic and had a warm cozy feel.The food and service was amazing, the best chinese we have ever had.We will definately be back.

There food and the service is excellent. The decor is very old fashioned and authentic (1970's) but we love it. The set menus are amazing and if you can eat it all you are better than me! They packaged up what we left and we took it home!There were 10 of us so that was a lot of food!!!

Dont be put off by the outside, entrance is a doorway leading to stairs upto the main restaurant. Great original setting feeling like i've gone back in time. Set meal we chose and fulfilled all the tastes of a Chinese Meal, really good service by a mature Chinese couple who are lovely and attentive. Choice of complimentary shot at end of meal, good value and didnt hesitate in paying as the meal and atmosphere was perfect.

The food is excellent. The staff are very attentive and nothing is too much trouble. Lovely atmosphere

Great atmosphere, with lovely food served with a laugh and a smile. We are a group of lads that meet up once a year for a golf day and for the last 4/5 years have visited the Peking Restaurant as a finale to o The experience is always consistently great , with a lovely welcome, super food and service. I just wish I lived closer !!

The restaurant is upstairs from a very unassuming entrance, but continues after many years to deliver consistently good food, charmingly presented. Clearly a hit with locals, it is not ground-breaking or novel, just well done, and the staff are very courteous and solicitous to diners' needs. Highly recommended.

My partner took me out for a suprise meal and when we reached the restraunt I was extremely disappointed because from the outside it didn't look like much but as soon as we walked inside my opinion changed instantly. The restraunt itself has a beautiful design and very clean. The staff were lovely. We had starters and a main and we enjoyed everything we ordered. This is honestly the best Chinese restraunt I've ever been to and I'd defiantly recommend it and go back

The best Chinese in the area. Friendly staff and delicious food. Very peaceful and relaxed environment. Food is freshly prepared and to a high quality.

Absolutely fantastic restaurant, been over 10 times now over the last 2 years. Can safely say after having travelled the world that it is without a doubt my favourite Chinese restaurant. Always visit whilst working in kent. Truly faultless and entertaining every time I visit.

This little restaurant is fantastic, the staff are very welcoming and friendly, the food is absolutely amazing .I had the half peking duck for a starter and i must say it was brilliant also the lemon chicken is lovely.I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys good far eastern cuisine.Keep up the good work guys I'll be back soon

The hosts make you feel so welcome the food is amazing ambience bright and cheerful and very friendly

A very good quality family run restaurant, we had the £16.00 per head set meal and it was excellent, (slight hiccup in that a couple of the skewers that arrived with the mixed starter were not fully cooked, but these were replaced without question or fuss and with a profuse apology). Pleasant surroundings and excellent value, would definitely go back if in the area.

I come here whenever I fancy Chinese food, take away or eat in. The service is always good and you are greeted with a smile.Would recommend to anyone that wants really nice food in a good atmosphere locally.

Excellent food and great service. Extremely reasonable, will definitely be returning and to top it all complimentary drinks, a lovely way to finish the evening!

we went for a family celebration for my sons birthday five adults and a toddler, the atmosphere was that of a family run place they were very attentive and answered any questions about the various dishes that were asked,even for my son who can be a little picky about his food, it was a great evening out the staff great, the food the best of its kind in the area,and the beer was nice and cold,would I use the place again ? , In a heartbeat, great food, great service and a lovely friendly atmosphere

1st visit to this great little restaurant.Although a bit dated, staff were so friendly and welcoming! Wonderful Chinese food expertly cooked.Large portions and even Prices were reasonable.Highly recommended.

Myself and 30 other cycling friends booked three tables here at a cost of £15 per person ( food, but not drinks).Upon arrival I was greeted with a friendly smile, directed to my table and my drink order was promptly taken.I have to say, that I have not eaten Chinese food for some time, but my meal at the Peking Restaurant was excellent. We were served up with a wide array of appetisers, all well presented and all very tasty. This was followed by a " pulled Peking Duck" which was also excellent.A subsequent course included plates of beef, chicken and pork, and the dessert ( ice cream with deep fried apple) was also excellent.Bottomline, I had a very pleasant and rewarding evening. The staff were friendly, the food was well presented and tasty, and I had a very pleasant experience at the Peking Restaurant.Would I return ? Most certainly yes.

We were looking for an eat-in Chinese meal, so guided by trip advisor reviews, we booked a table at Peking Resturant. When we arrived, we both noticed an unpleasant smell as we walked up the stairs. Determined not to be put off, we were shown to our table. We ordered soft drinks, a small glass, poured from a two litre bottle and charged at £2.10 each. Our starters were basic at best. Main course; vegetables were tasteless and rubbery. Beef; chewy and poor quality. This resturant has been going for over 40 years, and looks it! But at the end of the day, we would have forgiven that, had we been pleased with the food.We were looking forward to a tasty, delicious meal and quickly left, bitterly disappointed, never to return.

We have been visiting the Peking for many years and have had a lot of family and birthday meals there. In my opinion it is the best Chinese restaurant in Gravesend. The food is lovely and the staff are very friendly and helpful. The service is excellent and they give you hot towels to clean your hands which is so much nicer than finger bowls.

I made my second visit too the Pecking restaurant today after a valentine's set meal 4 years ago. The restaurant is now more modern. The old ornament's are still there to give you a traditional feeling. I am of the opinion that the atmosphere and service is real China and not a Western imitation at this venue. The staff are polite, friendly and organised. The price for this set meal today was reasonable £23.00 per person. I did notice one other thing the portions were larger. My wife was given a MINI BOX OF LOVE and we were both given one drink with compliments of the management.Try the Peking Restaurant on valentines day next year. I will not spoil the set menu for valentines.

The best Chinese restaurant in my opinion. The food is non-greasy unlike most Chinese restaurants. Very welcoming staff. I've been here a good few times and will no doubt be back again. I don't know anyone who doesn't approve of Peking.

As soon as we walked in it was friendly we felt more like friends than customers.The food was delicious .All around a wonderful experience,would advise anyone to go unbelievable. Many thanks to Loong and Ivy for making our evening out perfect.

We booked here for a meal after a wedding. The food was fantastic and the hospitality outstanding. We had two children with us and was made to feel so welcome. Even gave the wedding couple a card and present. couldn't of asked for any more. Thank you for making a special day even more perfect.

Lovely meal and will be back at Christmas. Nice and intimate and although your in Gtavesend, you could be anywhere

Quite hidden away is this lovely cosy little place, such a warm welcome and fantastic service, the food was delicious and reasonably priced, will be going again once I'm back in the area.

Been coming here for 30 years and alwYs a great treat for me and the kids even though find it harder to climb them stairs as I did 30 years a go it probably does need a bit of a over haul but not too bad it's another great gravesend tradition and not many left I'm afraid

Is a great Chinese in gravesend, great value for money. Always happy to help and great service. Over the years have several different meals here include birthday meal which there celebrate with banners and birthday candles. If you like Chinese this is the place to go.

First time trying out in this restaurant and I'll definitely return. Some of the dishes especially the tofu with veggie dish made me feel like home! Will definitely return for that! :)

Been here a few times, best restaurant in Gravesend by far.Brilliant food, Great atmosphere, lovely staff.Can't ask for more

We were recommended to try this Chinese restaurant by some friends who especially thought the sea food set menu was some thing we would enjoy. This was a special occasion so we thought we would treat our selves. We were not disappointed with the food it was yummy to say the least.The service was superb efficient and very friendly.. We will certainly return to try the main menu.

I have dined here many times...always a nice welcome and excellent service..menu is typical Chinese but lots of choice, and u can ask for changes to items,cost average,,try the liquor coffees they are a favourite,made with real cream on top,,not the squirty stuff!!.three floors so plenty of room with function rooms if required.ile be back!!.

My boyfriend and I are a big fan of eating out, especially Chinese restaurants. We were out walking through town as we have recently moved to the area. We were originally on our way to an Italian when this place caught our eye. Up a beautifully decorated set of stairs to the restaurant we were immediately sat and menus and drinks were served. A lovely man who I think may be the owner made sure we were set for the meal. While ordering the food he gave us recommendations on what was good with our choice and what would be better. This was greatly appreciated, and brilliant service. Prawn crackers were brought over like all other restaurants. Which we did demolished. The food was lovely, I had the squid with chilli salt with made my mouth water it was delicious and my boyfriend had beef in rice paper which we thoroughly enjoyed the mains were served shortly after and were sooo good because we enjoyed our evening so much we stayed for desert which is very rare. We enjoyed our evening very much and will defiantly be regulars! Great experience and would recomend to anyone who would listen.

Have spent many years dining here and it never disappoints us. The staff are very friendly, attentive and polite. The food is fantastic, cooked fresh to order. Love this place and can't wait to go for their Chinese New Year later this month.

We have been to this old established restaurant twice in two weeks as part of our Christmas celebrations. On both occasions we had one of the Banquet set meals and very nice there were too! Plenty of food for all tastes, well cooked and presented. We didn't go away hungry! The restaurant is run by Mr Loong and his lovely wife Ivy and their service is second to none. There are quite a few cheaper Chinese restaurants in Gravesend but if you want something a little more special and personal then we would heartily recommend The Peking.

A group of eight of us met here and the meal and service was excellent with a very cosy feel.I can agree with others who have mentioned the entrance but the best places are often tucked away and this restaurant has been there for over 41 years and was I believe the first Chinese restaurant in Gravesend.

This place has been trading for over thirty years and I have been eating here for 32 years, although now run by another proprietor it's still very nice and service is good. It's a bit dated with the decor but still nice.

great restaurant, good choice of dishes and the prices are adequate enough. Good location, nice place to have a filling dinner, plain design but the atmosphere is warm.

Owners have been there for many many years although retired their second in command has taken over the running of ti. Beautiful food fresh and extra special.

Not much of an entrance with dated decor, but head on up the stairs and you'll find a great restaurant. Great quality, good value, well priced food without lashings of MSG, family friendly, fab service and hot towels between each course are a bonus. Yum :)

Went to the Peking with a group of friends for somewhere different, on a recommendation from a group member.Its on a scruffy street and you enter the restaurant up quite a few stairs, the restaurant is split into 2 rooms.We had a room to ourselves in the front overlooking the street.The waiter suggested we had a set meal for£18 per head, everybody agreed to this and after a wait the food started to arrive.The usual Prawn Crackers came first followed by Crispy Duck and pancakes. Then a succession of dishes including rice and noodles, seafood, chicken etc.The decor looked like it had been the same since the 70's, red walls wiith chinese paintings and artiacts. The music a blessing it was English turned down pretty low.The service was OK nothing to write home about, the waiter was very keen to get everybody to drink the warm Saki, we found out when we came to the bill later.The bill, £35 a head. I have better chinese meals with drinks for less than thia.Will I be going back, not in this lifetime.

After a day trip to France we decided to stop on the way home for a meal at the Peking. This was to celebrate my and my brothers birthdays which are only a few days apart and I would be away for both events.Therein is the slight problem, my Brother doesn't enjoy Chinese food much, he always claims it is tasteless. I knew that is I could make him change his mind this was the place to do it. And I was right!He eventually admitted that he enjoyed everything he ate, the others in our party loved the food as well, everything we ordered was so good and service as always was excellent. If there is one thing that I can say about how good the food is it must be that the precious owners came in for a meal while we were there. They retired 4 years ago passing the business to their head waiter and his wife. They came in as they had a busy day and didn't want to cook! For a couple that ran the place successfully for nearly 40 years this is the ultimate rubber stamp to the new owners,It is well worth the effort of the climb up the stairs to a jewel of a restaurant that is also very good value for money.

You wouldn't think from the road that it's worth going up the stairs but sadly if you didn't bother you would have missed out on a absolute gem of a restaurant. The food is amazing, the couple that run it are the nicest people in the world and couldn't do enough for you. I've moved away from the area now (mid Kent) but still travel up just to visit.... That's how good it is!!

Tried the Peking after work one evening and as I have not been here for a few years thought I give it a try to see if anything has changed.Ordered a prawn with chilli and some chow mein, the prawns were so hot that I only ate half of them, chow mein was good and of a nice portion.Not sure if I will come back again as it was simply average.

visited peking again after a break of some 20 years and found little has changed. the atmosphere was still pleasant and the staff friendly and efficient.the food was as good as we remembered, hot tasty and faultless in service and presentation.The hot towels after every course was a lovely touch.nothing was too much trouble and we had a relaxed meal - no feeling of being rushed at all.we will be back (not in 20 years) but very soon. Thank you for a pleasant evening

The Peking is a traditional Chinese restaurant up a flight of stairs. It has been there forever and delivers good quality food in a friendly manner. The atmosphere in very relaxing and many of the diners seem to know the place well.

One of my favourite restaurants in Gravesend. We have been going here for the last 15 years but it has been open since 1973.It is a warm and inviting atmosphere in the centre of Gravesend. The food is always excellent and very reasonably priced. The owners are great fun and always make you feel welcome. Our last visit was Valentines night with a great deal - set menu for £22 per person.Can't recommend this place enough.

We ordered a takeaway from the Peking Restaurant on New Years Eve. I arranged to collect it and it was all packed and ready wine I arrived. The proprietor was efficient and helpful and served me straight away. We recieved a complimentary bottle of wine with our takeaway. Our meal was of very generous portions hot and very tasty. It was very reasonably priced. Whilst collecting my meal I noticed that the restaurant was nicely decorated, clean and quite busy. A sit down meal is on the cards in the new year

The food is always amazing, we're friends with the owners and we come on every special occasion. They're always accommodating and friendly, and the food never fails to impress me, and I never leave unsatisfied. I would recommend this place to everyone who enjoys good Chinese food. The entrance and stairwell are not overly impressive but the restaurant itself is lovely and decked out in Chinese decorations, it has a wonderful atmospher, so do not be put off! You will not be disappointed if you come here.

Went here for only the second time to meet up with visiting relatives on a November Saturday evening. The restaurant was more or less full with a good atmosphere. There were 5 people on our table and we had one of the set dinners,which I thought was excellent value for money and provided plenty of variety and was more than enough for even the greediest amongst us! Liked the decor - traditional red plush sort of thing with the hanging lanterns but not too tacky at all - and the tables were reasonably spaced and the service was good, friendly and attentive but not overly obtrusive. We had both red and white wine and I thought both were very drinkable and reasonably priced, followed by liquers and brandy, all very well presented. Over the years I must have eaten in hundreds of Chinese restaurants around the country but this was definitely one of the better ones - a real find in Gravesend. But it is on the first and second floors with no lift so anyone with real mobility problems would have a problemo.

Been to The Peking many times over the years - specially at Christmas (you HAVE to try the 16 course Xmas Banquet!!)Food has always been excellent, as has the service which is attentive yet unobtrusive. The set meals are among the best, and most generous, you can find in a Chinese restaurant.The only down side I have ever found with the Peking is the climb up the stairs to get to it, but it's worth the racing heartbeat!

Went to this restaurant for special occasion with family and were totally ripped off with a magnum of champagne which turned out to be fake! Tasted like pomagne, slightly sparkling apple juice. Others on another table also agreed. Restaurant also had too much air conditioning on low ceiling, therefore cold neck. Shame as the food was good. Restaurant area is upstairs and looked dirty including very dirty stair well. Definitely not going back!

I have dined her several times a year fro the past twenty years, because of its excellent value and wonderful service. Yes the previous owners Mr & Mrs Lin were a unique couple and treated regular customers as friends, but the new proprietor and his wife who previously worked for them have kept the same formula and ambience. Every customer is made to feel welcome, and receive personal service. Yes, the approach is somewhat old-fashioned, but if you want a high quality Chinese there is nowhere better in the area.

We have been visiting this restaurant for 42 years and would'nt go anywhere else in Gravesend.The food and service is first class and it's the best place to go for a set lunch at around £6.00.AMAZING VALUE and everything cooked fresh.Try it out, you will not be disappointedRAGBAG

My family and I only visit this place for family celebrations as it's such a treat and we keep it as our special place!The staff are outstanding and make you feel so special from the moment you walk in. The food is amazing and freshly cooked and yes, the decor is a little dated but I quite like that! Makes me feel really cosy and like I've been welcomed in to someone's house.It's good old fashioned dining in this restaurant, we never feel rushed along like we do in other chinese restaurants we've been to.Can't wait for the next family celebration!

Came here on a Saturday night as a group of 8. The waiter taking the drink orders forgot to ask some people for their drink orders, then when he returned 20 minutes later with the other drinks we realised he had brought out the wrong drinks. We were understanding and he apologised. We then waited 45 minutes for our starters. Again, a bit annoying but they were busy so we didn't mind too much. 1 and a half hours then passed and we still hadn't received our mains or any drinks. I went to find someone and politely asked if we could order some more drinks and asked how long the wait was for the mains. Some drinks came half an hour later. So 2 hours in to our visit, still no mains. I asked again, when we would expect these, I was told 5 minutes. Yet 2 and a half hours later we still hadn't received our mains at this point everyone had lost patience and wasn't hungry any more. I told the waitress we were going to pay for our starters and drinks and leave. She promised me 5 minutes later we would receive our mains. Eventually, the mains were served, but with gaps meaning everyone ate separately. We arrived at 7.20 and didn't leave until 11.45. This is ridiculous for a 2 course meal and 2 drinks. When we spoke to the manager after, his excuse was that he didn't realise it would be so busy! The only reason I have given this 2 stars is because the manager apologised and took 20% off our bill.

Excellent service, always very friendly. Good food, and pleasant upstairs location, but decor is a bit tired and dated. The Peking Noodles and Peking Rice dishes are generous, a great value.

This restaurant was owned by a Mr Lin who ensured it offered good food, good service and reasonable prices. The only chinese superior class restaurant in Gravesend for us. Mr Lin has, I believe, retired - the food is now ok but very small portions, pricey and its lost its special ambience. Very sad.

Staff are very friendly and can't do enough for you. The food is delicious and great value for money.

I went too this restaurant on valentines day after reading the review's of other's on trip advisor. I have walked past it many times and would have thought it was dirty looking from the outside (just a little red sigh'n outside the restaurant with a door and steep stairs taking you up too the two sections of the restraunt.). It is situated on the edge of Gravesend town centre near the clocktower and has been run as a business for 40 years. Once inside the busy restaurant It was a pleasant surprise. Looking arround I am glad I booked Prior to coming. A nice smile greeted us, a guide to the table and our coats hung up for us. Looking at the room it appeared very old fashioned without over painted walls. There are plenty of traditional ageing paintings and ornaments decorating the surrounds with chinese lanterns. There was a set VALENTINE menue with romantic names for each dish. We had a four course meal consisting of PEKING SPECIAL PLATTER, SPRING ROLLS and PRAWN CRACKERS for starters, lovely, i have never had this dish before. On the dish was A king prawn in batter in the shape of a heart. Next Was: CRISPY AROMATIC DUCK WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS, far more meat than skin and not over cooked. The third course had heart shaped SPECIAL FRIED RICE, with three dishes that were very flavoured and cooked to perfection. They were: FILLET OF STEAK COOKED IN AN IMPERIAL SAUCE, CHICKEN COOKED IN A SATAY SAUCE WITH GREEN CHILI'S AND KING PRAWNS COOKED IN GINGER. a good variety for a main course. This was followed by PEKING TOFFEE APPLES AND FILTERED COFFEE AND CHOCOLATE SHAPED HEARTS. My wife was given a rose and a wrapped present which turned out to be a chinese style bracelet. I think that a lot of effort and thought was put into the evening and the food was classy, unlike some other restraunts in Gravesend. The portions were not huge. However, I did not wake up hungry today. There is just one bad point. This does not reflect badly on the owners though. Anyone with bad mobility problems would find it hard to get up the stairs to the restaurant. For £48.80 including drinks for two,this was good value for money.

although first impressions you may think it needs re decorating, as soon as the friendly staff greet you & taste the mouth watering food, which is always so fresh you forget the decor, although personally i think the decoit is very authentic and adds to the ambience of the place .

This restaurant might be the oldest in gravesend but certainly the table cloths need washing the waiter needs new shirt and the food was good to be fair needs major lift in cleanliness .

I have been eating at the Peking for the past 25 years. The food and service has always been superb and i have never been able to find any faults.The welcoming staff make you feel at home, remembering you likes and normal drinks orders!Many people may walk straight past this restaurant as at ground floor there is only the door, but once you go inside, climb the srairs you are in a great place.

Gravesend has so many chinese take away and restaurants, but this one is unique and authentic. The dishes are delicious. The service is excellent, they make you feel like royalty. A little bit more expensive than others but well worth it!

I love this restaurant. First visited when I lived in Gravesend some yaers ago and regularly dined here. The food is simply excellent. I was not disappointed when I returned recently. A real gem.

The food was great, quite fresh and tasted lovely. I have been to China Garden and we thought this was better. I had; Chkn & Black bean, Kung Pow and Singapore noodles. overall very good.

Been to the Peking a couple of times, quite a few years ago and always remembered it being good. Booked up again and went Friday 26th Feb, as it says in the title, been around 37 years and probably the oldest restaurant in kent, and in my eyes Probably the best. Made to feel really welcome - service/staff are very professional and Polite, and could not fault the food!!!!!Great choice on menu - set price meals itemized price per person, so you can see exactly how much your spending and then the al-a-cart with almost to much to choose from, as I ended up taken a recommendation from the waiter, and well all I can say is, SUPURB. Would I recommend to a freind, well I was out with a group of about 15 freinds Saturday 27th and have already done so. HIghly recommend to anyone who enjoys going out to eat, looking for great venue, great service and great food!