Wet Wok — Restaurant in Plymouth

I ate a lovely dinner for one here on the outdoor terrace - as I was staying just one night at a guesthouse on the adjacent Pier Street before catching a ferry. I didn’t know the area or have a reservation and my host recommended Wet Wok for its consistently good food, service and friendliness, saying that I would be fine there as a solo female from out of town. The staff were very welcoming, kind and helpful and accommodated me despite no reservations. It was only once I was on the ferry that I realised my purse was missing and I had no phone signal/internet access. I managed to contact the guesthouse and check lost property on the ferry and at the port but no joy. I’d given up to be honest and it was only on my return to Plymouth 3 days later I was able to phone Wet Wok who to my amazement and delight confirmed that they had my purse and contents and had tried running up the steps after I’d left to find me and even then had tried what they could from the info on my driving licence to contact me and said would have handed into the police if I had not contacted them by the weekend. In this day and age, it was heartwarming and such an enormous relief to find such honesty and consideration for a unknown customer. Wet Wok and its lovely staff are to be commended. I have written to thank them properly and showed my appreciation in the traditional way on collecting my purse. Even then the staff tried to tell me there was no need but, in my book, such honestly and kindness should be rewarded. Thank you Wet Wok - for welcoming me, seating me, feeding me well and for saving me losing my cash, cards and...

Whilst in Plymouth visiting my dad, we were looking for somewhere to eat as a family. Being a fussy vegetarian, I find it difficult to find places to eat. Looking at the Wet Wok menu online, I was sold the second I saw 'quorn' on their menu! This is the first Chinese I have found that does meals with Quorn, and I was ecstatic. We tried to book for the Friday, however they were fully booked, so we booked a table for the next night. When we got there, we realised why they're always so full, it's not just a meal, it truly is an experience. We were hoping to be seated either outside or by the window so we could overlook the sea, and so lucky that we were. The staff are friendly and always making sure you're OK or asking if you need another drink. They place plate warmers on your table to keep your food warm whilst eating. My dad had a steak meal that came out on a sizzling plate, I had satay sauce, and it was the most delicious satay sauce I've ever had. They do a vegan oyster sauce, too, but as above, I'm a fussy vegetarian, so I was too much of a wuss to try it. Every single one of us thoroughly enjoyed our meal, so much so I'm going to get my dad & stepmum a voucher for Christmas, so they can enjoy it without us (adult) kids hanging around! It's literally the perfect venue for a family night out, a romantic meal, or even friends catching up, but definitely book in advance over...

Great location for a Chinese restaurant, located below the Hoe, on the small harbour. You are so close to the sea, you can literally touch it.

I stopped off on a Sunday evening. I was cordially welcomed by the staff and directed to a seat. The table was at the rear of the restaurant, so the view was obscured, so a tip if you want a sea view, book in advance 😀. The limited view across the stunning Plymouth Sound was however lovely.

I was served quickly and ordered drinks (Stella Artois on draught), then food.

I had King Do style spare ribs filled by chicken and green pepper with black bean sauce, with egg fried rice.

The ribs arrived quickly and we're very tasty. They came with Western cutlery, but I was able to ask for chopsticks, as I did not wish to get my hands too dirty.

As noted the ribs were great, but I would have preferred a finger bowl to clean my fingers. Likewise, cheap paper napkins should really be replaced by cotton napkins. I know it may be a pain to clean, but this would really up the scale of the restaurant.

The main course was again excellent. Fresh vegetables, lots of chicken and the rice was perfect. I enjoyed the course greatly and passed my thanks to the chef 👨‍🍳.

When I left the restaurant was full. This probably explains why it has been voted best Chinese restaurant...