The China Rose in Doncaster

One of the most tastiest chineese food i have had. Great surroundings and excellent service. Had a set menu that had great portion sizes. Will be back next time im in the area

Food still a decent standard but overall very expensive. Waiting staff just standing chatting and not paying much attention to customers needs - not checking if drinks needed or orders taken. Very little atmosphere - travelled some distance for a disappointing evening.

In our review already now we’re near the 5 * in display 2* especially with managements disbelief of our ruined night. That’s most incorrect!!!!!!!!!’ False !!!!!!!!

Our 1st visit, haven't been able to book a table previously So happy we finally did, great menu, food was outstanding & service impeccable There's a dress code but the restaurant is laid back

After the reviews I’m still in shock, upon entering we were greeted very nice and taken to our table and all the staff were very friendly hence 5 stars on the service. We ordered half crispy duck which was ok pancakes had sat a while and had dried together so tore quite a bit but was ok We were very excited about main I was torn between three dishes and asked the waiter he said the staff like the pork one so I said go for that, my GF had crispy chicken in sweet sauce I couldn’t stomach mine it was like oil engine oil with a lump of pork no veg of any description I had to leave it, I had to eat some of my GF’s and that was over sweet sickly batter with no chicken I could taste but that I could stomach. The egg fried rice was actually boiled rice which someone had put some bits of scrabbled egg in, it had never been fried and had no taste 2cokes and £75 lol My local takeaway is ten times better and a fraction of that cost

I have been raving about going to china roses for age to my partner. Went many years ago. Silver serves. Smart shirt and trouser's shoes no trainers . Made you feel really special. So sorry for the review I’m leaving. But was very disappointed . Reception and shown to are table great . However , two blond hairs on the table, 1 in my nicely folded napkin. It was rowdy .cold , no welcoming atmosphere ,some waiter using table brunch pan before we had paid, maybe a good idea if he did that before paying guests sat down. Expensive disappointing experience won’t be going back

Enjoyable evening. Went with the set meal for 4. Hit the mark. Good atmosphere and staff suitably attentive. Highly recommend

Fabulous 90’s events evening with DJ and glow sticks too! Appealing to ages from 12-82! Wonderful party atmosphere; everyone had a great evening. Food was delicious; set menu of two courses, hot & beautifully cooked. I just love the coffee with cream afterwards too! Service was good. Venue is perfect with a little dance floor and room between tables; good job as everyone was up having a great time! Will certainly be back! I don’t know why but the ladies loos are clean, but have an awful sticky floor (was exactly the same in December) makes you feel a bit icky!

Fantastic party atmosphere at the 90’s event with DJ, complete with glow-sticks! The food was hot, beautifully cooked and delicious. It was served efficiently and in a timely manner. Highly recommend the events if you’re looking for a great night out.

Great service from arrivingto leaving, very good food and plenty of it. Had a wonderful time at my son's 50th birthday.

Went as a party for Chinese New Year. Have been many times for dinner and always been delighted, expected the same standards but it was not to be. Our food was delivered in dribs and drabs and by the time everything had come out for each course everything was stone cold. We were given luke warm plates which were also cold by the time the food came. The service was appalling and the quality of the food for £70 per person did not meet anyones expectations. In my opinion they tried to cater for too many people and neither the kitchen or serving staff could cope. To say we were very disappointed is an understatement and unfortunately we will not be returning.

Salt and pepper chicken and the chicken in lime sauce is worth buying. Great time great memories all thanks to Carol for helping us with the booking.

Good Chinese food. Good quantities. Definitely much improved since I last came 2 years ago.

Beautiful food. Had a great night.

Went to china rose on Sunday which was a celebration of Chinese new year. The atmosphere was really good and had a good vibe to the evening. It’s a shame the food didn’t live upto the hype. Once seated we were given two small baskets of prawn crackers between 9 people. Starter one piece of spare rib , a pancake roll and some mince with lettuce leaves which wasn’t too bad . Main course was two small bowls of rice and three plates full of main meals ( between 9 ) no noodles , vegetables or prawn crackers. You would also think that if you have paid £70 per head that desert would be included , oh no we will charge you another 6 or 7 pound for that ! So needless to say we did not partake, Tea and coffee included but we will forget tea requires milk ,not cream. Plus point, the waiting staff etc were really good ,and the entertainment was outstanding . First time coming out of a Chinese restaurant then having to have a sandwich when home. Will not be returning, not value for money, what a disappointment!

We used to love coming here as a special treat over 25 years ago. I have to stay that really things are not as good as they used to be. Our waiter seemed very young and inexperienced and was unable to answer some of our queries. We were sat right at the back of the restaurant near the kitchen, not ideal. The gentleman who seated us was very friendly and told us a little of the history of the restaurant but it kind of petered out there. Food arrived quickly, we ordered the expensive duck pancakes. Everything was hot when it arrived but the side plates we were given were cold so the food as you tried to assemble it quickly went cold, not really enjoyable. The 2nd course was similar, arrived hot but once on cold plates was just ok. To be honest the food just wasn’t as good as it used to be, some of the flamboyance of the place was gone. No earth in the testaurant and no music so it wasn’t welcoming, not sure we will be rushing back .

I’ve been wanting to go to this place for ages and was really looking forward to forward to it. Had a table booked for 9pm. We were seated near the bar with menus and ordered our drinks at the bar. There were a few large parties also waiting. Decor/restaurant seemed very dated They took our order about 30 minutes later and soon after we went to our table. Starters arrived, chicken satay skewers, nothing special, okay. Then half a duck (they don’t do quarter?). We only had 6 pancakes that were overcooked and had a load of duck left over. Main arrived - chicken in sweet and sour sauce. It was tasty. No peppers or onions?Very small bowl of rice and noodles where you had to hunt for the bean sprouts and onions (just about found one). No one came over to ask how our meals were. We had to ask for a wet wipe at the end of our meal. When we paid at the end the waitress came over and asked if we wanted our change back? Maybe my expectations were too high. Won’t return. Thank you for the experience but a very disappointing one.

Everything tasted like a soya sauce... Texture was OK, but to be honest... Not much better than a takeaway. Worst thing for me was the staff.... No helping hand at all... Wasn't sure what I wanted so asked for a recommendation... Literally got nothing out of em... Also didn't hear one of the staff very well, so asked 4 times, could you repeat, each time I had same very quiet answer that I didn't hear anyway.... So yea.... Takeaway it is from now on🤣

Everything was superb. A great dining out experience.

Whilst it is nice to have standards and I would discourage men in tank tops and gold chains... it is however Bawtry. Most people know how to be presentable. I advise removal or dress code with exception of no caps and to not take phone calls unless good reason. The emphasis should be on conduct, maybe a sign that loud parties, crude conversations are not tolerated, this then helps give staff confidence to address the yobbish shaved side haired boys who were talking about their sexual conquests near us. Chinese food is Chinese food, its not the clean haute cuisine we've had in London, the thick illuminous glaze is still reminiscent of your local Chinese so having people dress up seems a psychological trick into thinking it's worthy of extra £££

we went for a meal for my husbands 64th birthday and our 37th wedding anniversary, it has been our go to restaurant over the years, this year however was an absolute disgrace. after finishing our starters and just starting our mains we had the unpleasant experience of having a table of 8 sitting over from us, the language and chosen topics of conversation from these 8 was absolutely disgusting, neither me or my husband could carry on our conversation as we could not hear each other over these low life's, neither me or my husband are prudes in anyway and fully accept that people use fowl language, but there is a time and place for it, talking about having oral sex etc is not in my book acceptable, along with the f word and many more used. we left not even halfway through finishing our meal, we did report it to the manager and he assured us he would speak to them after we left!! we paid £91.30 for 2 drinks and a starter each, not bad for an evening out, this will not be our go to restaurant anymore, gone are the days when this was a nice and respectable place to eat. we were going to book a family table for my mum's 80th in February but that will NOT be happening now, I would not recommend the China Rose as a nice place for anyone decent.

Renowned Chinese restaurant that's been around forever serving authentic top quality food and fantastic service

Food was really nice, is expensive for what it is however. Restaurant good for getting dressed up / having a special meal. Only downside, for me the service could be way better for the price you pay to eat here, nothing particularly bad happened, but a smile and a bit of enthusiasm from staff could go a long way, especially as most people go here for special occasions etc & are paying top price, should receive top service.

They gave our takeaway food to someone else, so it wasn't ready on time, and they missed the pancakes which went with the shredded half duck. Disappointed. Food was tasty, though.

Yesterday was my second visit to China Rose. I have to say I do not understand the hype around this place at all. The restaurant itself now looks tired, dated, and in need of a refurb. There seemed to be a surplus of staff just standing about yet the service was not attentive at all. My quid started was nice, but nothing special. My monkfish main was gloopy and tasteless. The restaurant claims to be Cantonese yet the dessert menu consisted entirely of non-Cantonese, low-quality desserts, that I imagine come in frozen. A disappointing (but not completely awful) experience; will probably never go back.

As always great food and service. A bit quite this year .

Impressive dining area; beautifully decorated and set for Christmas. Great party atmosphere and entertainment (Take That tribute). Enjoyable food, plentiful amounts. Very efficient service to very large numbers. The young men & women serving at tables are very well trained indeed, really polite and friendly & really seem to enjoy what they’re doing; refreshing!

An absolutely fantastic experience, must be one of the best, if not the best Chinese restaurants in the UK ⭐️ Great Location, Great Food, Great Service and a lovely team 👏👏👏👏👏👏

Excellent in every way And very good value

We had an excellent meal here for my Dad's 80th Birthday. Delicious food and excellent service.

Most inattentive staff all very pleasant but not helpful. Some of the food was cold but we couldn't catch the eye of a waiter to mention this. Sadly we will not be returning .

Most inattentive staff all very pleasant but not helpful. Some of the food was cold but we couldn't catch the eye of a waiter to mention this. Sadly we will not be returning . We were never asked if we wanted another drink. The seats were so close together I was jostled as people walked past our table.

Great food and service, parking is limited.

This is a great restaurant with great service and a really nice atmosphere. Although we really enjoyed the food we were a little disappointed that most of the dishes we ordered seemed to contain chillies which weren't needed in my opinion and slightly spoiled them.

Great food great service all in all a nice night out.

Fantastic food and service. Carpark isn't ideal and very small.

After all the years, it has been open. it's the first time we have been and wasn't disappointed. Good food and friendly staff

Mid week meal out with family recommend it greatly.

Unfortunately we had to cancel our booking on Friday 20th October due to the flooding of roads caused by storm Babet. We live about 40 minutes from the restaurant and at the time it was considered unwise to travel especially as our friends are in their 70s and were afraid of getting stranded. We asked if it would be ok to move our booking to Sunday 22nd October and I was told that wouldn’t be a problem but we would lose our £60 deposit. We were told that we could have a take away but as we couldn’t travel it didn’t help. Not very customer friendly and very disappointing. We first ate there 30 years ago but unfortunately we won’t be returning!

Really enjoyed our time here , great service food delicious, veggie pancake rolls to die for ( could have done with a chilli dip) my husbands only bugbear No chow mein & no chips , but excellent

Ok but wouldn’t rush back in a hurry, food standard, service / staff a few more smiles and looking like they enjoy being there.

Had a family meal here last night . Total of 8 of us and all can say it’s everything was 100% perfect ! The venue , the staff and the food ! We had the best time and although we was there over 2 hours , the night flew by . We had 3 courses including duck as a middle course and every dish was cooked to perfection . The food was very plentiful with very good size portions . This is a place that we will definitely be returning .

It was a take away therefore no comments on atmosphere. We spent nearly 80 pounds and the food was inedible. It tasted as if not the usual chef did it. We ordered pancake rolls bbq spare ribs ( really awful, when they used to be the star of the food), curry chicken tasted as the whole curry powder container fell on the pot the sautéed potatoes were terrible, the egg fried rice was sticky and not loose as it normally was. Plus other dishes we ordered were low quality, greasy and tasteless. We called to complaint. A man took the call and all he said was he hoped next time the food would be better. He was not apologetic. This is not good enough. We thought the person who answered was one of the people at service, so we called again hoping to talk to a manager. A lady answered the phone. We requested to speak to the manager and it was the same man. No point to talk to someone who was not apologetic, it sounded like he was mimicking what we told him. We have never complained before but only praised the food . It was a really bad experience and the food went to the bin unfortunately. Ribs tasted like ham hoc BTW. Poor client service at taking reviews. We called to be heard but not only we wasted money, we wasted time too. It was not one dish, it was all the dishes. Definitely something is not right in the kitchen and consequently not right with management response.

Excellent service and the food selection were great. We had the set menu, and I loved every dish. Great atmosphere and great service along with great food. What more could you want.

I have always wanted to go to China Rose and finally went as a Birthday treat from my husband. After reading some of the negative reviews & it being my first time I was a bit apprehensive. On arrival we had the option of being seated at our table or at the bar - we chose table & was seated immediately with drinks ordered as well. We had complementary prawn crackers while we waited for the starter which came around 5/10 mins.later. We were asked if we wanted the mains straight away or wait a while....the food was absolutely delicious, well cooked & flavoursome. Our waiter was excellent, gave us enough time in between courses & assisted our every need. All in all, would highly recommend & will definitely be returning.

We went this Friday. And had a lovely meal all tho very salty. MSG?. Lovely service on entering. Very polite. Got sat at the table. And served by 2 young ladies who were to busy giggling. Then we ordered a bottle of wine from a young GIRL. Who had no facial expressions at all. And had about as much energy as a pregnant earwig. Half way through the meal she asked "if everything was OK". Me... Yes it Lovely thank you. Bit later. I'd finished eating and she came up stone face and asked if we'd finished. My girlfriend said "No" as she still had her knife and fork in her hands. Taken back the young GIRL said. "Oh right how long ya gonna be". I burst out laughing at the look on my girlfriends face. 🤣. I asked the young GIRL "if it was her first day". She was so happy to tell me it was her second day..

Fantastic Chinese - I've been coming here for years, sometimes I sit in and enjoy the restaurant and sometimes I order for takeaway. Yes the takeaway is a bit more expensive than your traditional takeaway but the quality of meat and ingredients is second to none. I visited last night for dinner and the food was fantastic. The service is always excellent and the attention to detail to make you feel like a VIP is always on show. I love the fact you get the choice of using chopsticks 🥢 or cutlery, I always ask for both as I like to have a go with the chopsticks 🥢 The place was very clean and tidy. The coffee ☕ and crème was yummy 😋 Thanks for bringing a bit of China to Doncaster and Bawtry. I love it here and highly recommend it. Access ♿ is good for all abilities, ramps are available and lots of seating. 🇨🇳👲❤️

We had a table booked for 10 people on Tuesday 19th September for our grandsons birthday, but unfortunately he and his girlfriend became ill with covid. We contacted the restaurant and explained the situation, and so as not to infect their staff and other customers, we asked if we could re-book for another time but were told that was not possible, and that we would lose our deposit of £100, We were not specific with the re-booking date, but we were only offered take aways as an alternative for that date. Absolutely disgusted with the attitude of the manager, when we were trying to do the responsible thing and not spread covid. Robert Cheetham

Had the chicken and cashew nut main and it resembled prison food - slimy, pallid boiled chicken and unappetising veg without seasoning or sauce. We felt it was over-priced - sides are extra and expensive. Had to ask if I could order a drink while we waited - staff were too busy standing around in little huddles. On the whole, uninspiring, poorly cooked and not worth the money. Definitely won’t be coming back.

Great meal and atmosphere. Will come again!

Food was lovely the venue is nice slightly expensive though

Arrived to celebrate our sons birthday. Was rushed into the bar area and seated. Menus given and drinks ordered. We ordered the minced pork and lettuce for a starter for 6 of us. It says on menu minimum 2 people per portion. On ordering our...

There was 10 of us. We were seated near the bar and with in 1 minute drinks were ordered. Menus given out. 10 minutes later they wanted us to order. 3 drinks had been missed of. We were seated, starters came. Was ok. Then while...

Went to a birthday party was a lovely place to have it

Abismal, had takeout, had to pre pay and was told to get there at 5.30 or wouldn’t be available, had pork mince lettuce wraps, was reasonable but not as nice as had from other Chinese , the s and p squid was dry and inedible...

Bit disappointing for me personally

Celebrated our wedding anniversary here and had a really lovely evening. The staff were very helpful, friendly and welcoming and the food was excellent. The service was very efficient and the food piping hot. Would definitely recommend.

Mediocre food in a venue that resembles a las vegas casino/strip club, all at extortionate prices. Very restricted parking even during non busy time

Excellent place for a celebration

Was planning on visiting until I read all the reviews about dress code sounds absolutely bonkers. I've also just read no push chairs or prams.. I don't even have kids but what's next they won't allow? Disabled people? I wouldn't give money away to such a backwards business.

An awesomely large Chinese restaurant. Food and service was great.

What an amazing meal it did not disappoint. Set menu for 4 every dish was so tasty and cooked perfectly 👏👏 compliments to the chefs. Service and attention from staff so good. Would recommend 💯.

This was my first time coming here and i definitely will be returning! I felt very welcomed as I entered and was seated and my waitress Frances was one of the most loveliest people I have ever met, we had an amazing conversation and she...

We wanted to try this restaurant as it was recommended by a friend. Drove nearly half an hour to get to the place from where we live but as soon as we got in we were approached by the receptionist, who was rude and abrupt. She told us that if my husband can’t change into trousers we wouldnt be admitted in. We were surprised and annoyed on how we were told we arent allowed to be in due to what my husband was wearing. Fair enough if it is stipulated in their website that their is a smart dress code then we could have prepared to dress based on the policy!!

Dress code 2023 even though restaurant was empty and midweek. Very poor

Poor restaurant apparently have a dress code. Even though the restaurant is empty on a mid day. Very very poor when dont state website its 2023

Fantastic food, reasonably priced. Staff are very helpful and friendly.

Fabulous food and even better service. 4 of us dined there and I can honestly say every dish was tasty and hot. Thanks for a great evening.

An amazing place. Wow, the venue is beautiful inside and the food is too class. I have eaten Chinese food all over the world and this is some of the best. I had the set menu and it was brought to us quickly. The portions...

Food was amazing portion sizes were really good, cocktails were great value for money, bar staff were pleasant and quick at making the drinks, I think Matthew was the young man making the drinks. Great restaurant

I have eaten Chinese food all around the world and this would have to be the best I have ever had. Staff were brilliant and the restaurant is fantastic. If I could give more stars I would.

Matthew Felters is just amazing at his job! Drinks made so fast! Thanks for a great night

Service at the bar very quick and the young man who made the 'Funny Man' Cocktail very pleasant and talented. Our table service was 2nd to none with the wonderful young man Cameron .... so attentive and helpful... what a lovely evening we are having xxxx

Phenomenal food and service, stunning restaurant and gorgeous atmosphere! I definitely recommend this Chinese! In my opinion it’s the best Chinese in Yorkshire!

Had a lovely Father’s Day dinner - my husband, son and I. Great service as usual from Daniel and Finlay and food was as good as it normally is. Special shout out though to Zac who knew my son was eager to see the table...

Food okay nothing special Spoilt even more by the man who served us, wish now when he took our order we had just got up and left, no need for rudeness we only asked for a portion of chip for our 5 year old! Wouldn’t...

Great place! Very big inside and lovely decor. The food was the best Chinese we have had in ten years! The menu was very varied and a wonderful choice. If it was not 100 miles away I would go every week! Don’t mis this gem!

This was our first time at the china Rose What can i say but Awesome !! Food. Very succulent & tasty cooked to perfection Thanks to the staff & head chef Jason for a wonderful outstanding meal

We were expecting great food at this restaurant unfortunately we were very disappointed We both love seafood so ordered crab and sweetcorn soup to start expecting some lovely succulent white crab meat… it arrived and we couldn’t believe our eyes. The crab was ocean sticks!!!!...

This place never disappoints. Had a table of 9 for a family birthday and you can't beat here for large round sociable tables, and great restaurant layout. Food was superb... the banquet. Just made it a brilliant night.

Beautiful food and so friendly and efficient. Love thus place

Out standing food perfect every time the staff are extremely polite and well mannered I would highly recommend

A really excellent meal from start to finish. Great service from attentive staff.

Driving home to St.ives we were diverted through Bawtry and looked for somewhere to eat. We found the China Rose, we had a friendly welcome, fast and friendly service along with fantastic food. A fantastic place to eat.

We’ve been coming to the China Rose from over 20 years and though of course staff have changed over that time, the quality of food and service have always remained really good. If you’ve not been before you have to try it, you won’t be...

Thee best Chinese food ever. Every time we have ever visited, there has been nothing to complain about. Staff are friendly, drinks are good, and the food is sublime.

The food was delicious the staff lovely. I went there as a birthday treat

Good food - Good Service and great Ambience and the staff are so professional and they work as a team to ensure customer satisfaction 👏👍

What has happened to this once lovely restaurant.? Went last night and the food was so disappointing and not as good as it’s been in the past. The table service was poor and the food was lukewarm ,insipid and expensive .We have been customers of...

The China Rose has been a go-to for us for over 10 years, for many a celebration or just a treat. Unfortunately on our most recent visit it was apparent that the standards have reduced somewhat, both in service and food quality. Don’t get me...

Slow and careless service. Menu is missing major items. Very disappointed by the falling standard.

Very poor we have been many times before and really enjoyed it but this time party of 10 for my birthday meals was cold had to send 2 meals back and a curry was that cold it had all congealed together dont think we will be rushing back

We visited the China Rose for Mother’s Day, it’s one of the only Chinese restaurant in Yorkshire that offers a gluten free menu. The prices on the menu are higher than most restaurants offering a similar menu and so we expected it to be high...

A little disappointed with our recent visit. Sunday evening, quite late but lots of young children running about the restaurant, which was dangerous at best and service a little slow. Despite that food exceptional as always..

I was a Chef here back in 1989 in the old building across the road when this was the Ford Garage. Great to see it's still busy and the food is still top notch. Well done 👌

Nice restaurant setting with excellent food. Would recommend 👌

Just came for a meal this evening and was fab. Friendly and attentive staff. Nice food and Carol on reception couldn't do enough adding a personal touch. 5 stars

Bad food overpriced so sure the meat is and isn't fresh sauces bland portions small . We were dressed up as it is stated there is a dress code but there was people dressed in jeans and casual clothes I've been ill most of the...

We went for our wedding anniversary.Was told their was a dress code but nearly everyone was wearing jeans and was dressed casual . Expected it to be classy but it wasn't and the food was overpriced and the chicken dish we had was like rubber and the sauces with the other dishes were bland like not like other reviews had said will not be going back there. I will stick my Chinese takeaway from local Chinese takeaway instead the food so much nicer and cheaper was so disappointed by this restaurant. I was really sick today please do not go here.

Excellent service and food to match. Always a fantastic evening to spend with family and friends.