Happy Cafe (荣华美食） — Restaurant in Maungakiekie-Tāmaki

I guess you can say it's one of those hidden gems in the suburbs. Nothing pretentious about it but just good Cantonese cuisine at reasonable prices. Service is extremely fast particularly if you had ordered the various BBQ meat on rice dishes (in a flash, it's there on your table). The Wontons (in soup) are extremely succulent and just melt in your palate. This small family owned business has been there for many years and although you would say is not in the traditional mould of a more upmarket Chinese Restaurant it does cater well for it's locals and not as many as it's nationals. However, if you're looking for a good honest quick and reasonably priced Asian meal, you can't go wrong...

Ever wondered who decided to hang ducks - heads on and roasted, BBQ pork with the reddish/pink tinge and other mouth watering meats in a row by the restaurant window; don’t have the answer to that, but it was sure a master stroke of marketing❗️Visited this humble eatery in Royal Oak with family recently and recommend it to those who are after some affordable and delicious Cantonese food that come in large portions.

My highlight of the night was the Steamed Whole Fish🐟, with a small amount of soy sauce, ginger and spring onion added - the light seasoning brings out the sweetness of the fish & this is how you best cook fresh seafood and let the flavours of the primary...

Found this gem via Google. Not sure if it was because it was mid-day Sunday or it was just a quiet day. But don't be fooled if you walk in and this place ain't buzzing. You'd be surprised at the service and quality of food.

From the start we were greeted and seated. Hot Chinese tea was offered straight away, which warmed the spot on that overcast day and lined the stomach ready for some delicious Chinese cuisine.

BBQ and roast pork Beef brisket noodle soup Soy chicken on rice Combination deep fried entre.

Food was ordered, prepared and at our table within 10-15mins. Food was hot and tasty.

Good service. Good food. Truly a Testament to...