Chinese Northern Foods 好友缘 — Restaurant in Gauteng

After our previous favourite Chinese restaurant (zen garden) closed down, we were desperately looking for an alternative.

We tried quite a few places, but when we tried Chinese Northern Foods in June this year, we knew we had found it!

Everything we have ever eaten here is fantastic! It’s authenticity and flavour can be vouched for by the sheer number of Chinese people we have seen eating here and the ‘aunties’ who come with their casseroles and boxes to takeaway large orders to be consumed at home.

The husband is addicted to their wonton soup and dreams of it often. I love the sweet corn chicken. I have to warn you though, that one order of soup is a whole meal in itself and you will still need to pack leftovers.

We of course order 2 soups and a lot of other dishes besides and pack all the leftovers to be enjoyed for lunch at home. the next day.

Every one of our friends whom we have taken with us to this place has...

It was not the greatest, we just had the pork and leek dumplings and I must say they were less than average. They were small and mostly filled with leek, the dough was not seasoned, the price was very expensive too. We got served 14 dumplings (when they said 15 would come) for the price of R 88, that I must say is a little absurd. Even the chili oil mixed with soy was not spicy enough and it was too salty

Although the restaurant itself was beautiful. The staff were very friendly but quite slow and preoccupied even though we were the only people there, I had to call them multiple times to get someone to help.

If only the food was good, this could've been a 5...

Really enjoyed the food - authentic and full bodied flavors. Portions are family sized and great for sharing which made it affordable despite it seeming pricey at first. Their selection is large and enticing so cannot wait to go back and try something new... maybe sitting in next time instead of takeaway. They also have a few imported drinks selection - again affordable. Would definitely recommend for someone seeking an authentic Chinese food experience cos its not your average Friday night chow mein special...