The Golden Bird in Newark and Sherwood

Have had food from here in the past that has been reasonably OK. Tonight though, different story: 1. Prawn crackers were stale and slightly chewey 2. Ribs were totally inedible. Literally as tough as leather and massively over cooked 3. Pancake rolls tasted looked ok, but when eating not crispy and mostly tasted of old frying oil When in the building to place the order, delivery driver was being berated by the guy at the counter. No need in front of customers (four in total). There was no fresh food being cooked, despite 2 chefs being available, first thing I noticed and should have taken notice of the warnings. Unfortunately, that’s another Chinese take away off the list and never to return. Poor. Newark should be doing better.

Ordered from here now a few times and I’m impressed, delivered on time and food was warm. Best Chinese within the newark area and yes I think we have tried them all.

Absolutely delicious. Ribs were huge and meaty. Portion sizes were good food hot .good ingredients would highly recommend this Chinese best takeaway we have had in ages .

Hello just had A for 1 and chips from The Golden Bird .Wait and collect 10 mins was delicious 😋 x

Excellent meal high quality food hot and tasty huge portions amazing ribs would highly recommend

The worst food I have tasted. Old and recycled food or wash your pans when making fresh food.

Outstanding takeaway, it is by far the best Chinese takeaway in Newark. We ordered food on Christmas Eve and New Years Eve both being over £100 for our family and friends. Food was delivered on time on both occasions (Pre Booked slot). Plenty of flavour and red hot. I have heard they source all their veg from the local Newark market which I find quite nice as it supports local businesses. Thanks we really enjoyed the food and couldn’t recommend enough. Scores on the doors are the best in Newark by far and they have a consistent 5* hygiene more than other Chinese takeaway’s. This hasn’t gone unnoticed. Keep up the great work. Happy New Year

It is b tar the worst food l have ever experienced, tasteless curry, Tasteless plastics Alleged Lemon chicken. Salt and pepper ribs without the salt and pepper In a word VILE First visit and Last.

I would never eat here again ordered half duck, barbecue ribs and chips absolutely disgusting. Half duck portion was less than a quarter it was full of fat. The ribs were that hard we could get off the bone. Chips were like they had been on the side for 3 days. Rang to discuss my concerns he was rude and argumentative and wouldn’t except anything I said. £30 Chinese went in the bin.

First time I have been in quiet a few years, thought food was really tasty and great value, will definitely be ordering again

Our favourite Chinese takeaway in Newark, and we've tried most! This is the only one we return to. The negatives are that it can be very oily and delivery times lengthy, however the food is tasty and arrives hot.

Consistently excellent food, one of the best Chinese takeaway around.

Think maybe they have been taken over since the last time I ordered because the food definitely was not the same quality. Sweet and sour chicken balls were oblong and the food wasn't very nice in general. Very disappointing as it used to be amazing

Grate food 9/10 times been going for three years best in newark.

First time trying this Chinese. Will not go back. Absolutely disgusting. The portion sizes are tiny and the prices are awful. Majority has gone in the bin. Go to China City just a couple of doors down. Much better!

Last few meals have been shocking taste like burnt fat will not bother again rubbish

Unfortunately I ordered rice with beef and got food poison after that.. very poor quality. Avoid.

Overpriced, rude staff, says he’s the cheapest in Newark. What a Joker!!!!

Disgusting customer service!! Snarky on the phone, extremely rude person!!

Hi All First time and extremely disappointed, duck tasteless, chicken balls very dry precooked then in batter, pork with garlic and ginger taste awful even the egg fried rice very bad. Overall: is better to have a sandwich than take away from this place. 😢😡😡

The food is cooked in an open kitchen style. Watch while they cook. Quality of the dishes are very good and service is quick, but not rushed. They're open all week too. We like it a lot.

Best ribs and curry in Newark bar none.

Good size portions good ribbes good price every time

Food tastes either dry or too oily,and the taste is very extreme I wouldn't recommend anything apart from the chicken chow mein.

Not had a bad one.Always quick when I collect...not tried delivery.

Been using this Chinese takeaway as long as I can remember 10+ years as a family, never fails to impress! Lovely family business!

Horrible!! I called to place a big order and wanted some black bean sauce added to my order , they didn’t wanted to sell it to me and when I asked to add it to my chow mien the women became rude and refused to add it to my order. As far as I’m aware if I want salt , pepper or black bean sauce added to my dish is my choice as I’ll eat it ... Luckily others can take an order and prepare a meal as asked.

One of the best Chinese in the town

Peas were cold chicken was hard and the chips had been warmed up so not to pleased first bad meal I've had from there but does put you off to

Fast service, decent portion size. Egg fried rice did smell and taste burnt but with the sauce didn't taste too bad. Overall was ok not the best.

Vey poor customer service. Called them after receiving my food as the Chow Mien did look burnt, smelt burnt and tasted burnt. Spoke to the woman and was told "thats how we cook our chow mein". I might not be the best of the chefs but will recognise burnt food and its not like i ve had that meal for the first time in my life. She didnt even try to apologise. Seriously have some dignity if you did screw something just apologise and admit it. Very poor managment they should definitely look in to it and change the manager or whoever deals with complaints.

Superb takeaway. Really good value. Definitely recommend

I love the food at The Golden Bird. Always tasty, well cooked, fresh ingredients.

Great food, big sizes. Coming in Newark once a year having takeaway in the same place.

Had Chinese food here since I was little never had an issue top notch & real chicken not that processed stuff alot of other Chinese takeaways are using :)

Gorgeous food and great portion sizes, fast delivery, always hot. I’d definitely recommend this takeaway, I think it’s the best one in Newark imo, 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Excellent food everytime, great service.