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Topic ID 1291

19/01/2006 by wizkid

Paddyfields

Went there last night, for the third time ever. It was really nice, there used to be a rather offputting and stern looking waiter that put me off for years, but last night the atmosphere and the food were very good, and reasonable. I particularly liked the peppered squid. I recommend it.... shall certainly be going again[:)]


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Reply ID 15449

20/01/2006 by Sargasso

Never eaten inside, always had takeaways. No complaints at all.....best chinese in Hertford.


Reply ID 15453

20/01/2006 by JohnSmith

I find it amazing that a town the size of Hertford can support 2 Chinese restaurants and 3 take-aways. We must be big fans of Oriental cuisine.


Reply ID 15455

20/01/2006 by Wrapper

This must have improved dramatically cos I went there early last year and it was abysmal. Poor service and coild unappetising food. The Peking House is a country mile above this place for service and food. The Sunlight takeaway is infinitely superior.,


Reply ID 15472

20/01/2006 by Victor Meldrew

I understand that the Paddyfields has a new Chef. I too used the establishment a couple of time last year and vowed never to return. However, on someones recomendation, I recently had a takeaway from there and yes, it was very nice and around the same price as the Sunlight and The Empire. They have also recently extended seating downstairs and converted upstairs to accomodate more diners. So there you have it.[:D]


Reply ID 15481

20/01/2006 by Wrapper

If it is OK with you Victor, I might give it a whirl.


Reply ID 16356

07/02/2006 by Victor Meldrew

Had a takeaway from here last night and it was execellent. Chicken Satay Dumplings Chicken in Chilli Beef and Cashews Singapore noodles egg rice £19.50 and cooked in 10 mins.


Reply ID 17119

21/02/2006 by gregb

Picked up a takeaway from here a few days ago...not overly impressed. Kung Po Chicken (a bit bland) Egg Fried Rice (pretty greasy) Smokey Chicken (chewy) Yes it was cheap but as they say you get what you pay for. Food was generally bland although it was cooked quickly and if I was after a quick cheap chinese I may use again in the future. To be honest though, in my opinion if you are going to the trouble of going out to pick up a nice takeaway to save yourself cooking why not pay that little bit more for a memorable feast. Everywhere I've lived before I've found myself using the slighty more expensive takeaways as I feel they offer superior quality.


Reply ID 26620

25/09/2006 by Steve

Do they do a buffet, say for twenty people on a Friday Night?


Reply ID 26652

26/09/2006 by simcut

Steve: its a bit cramped in there for 20 people.... I suggest taking people to the Peking House. All of these takeaways/restaurants are much better than Wok-U-Like :)


Reply ID 28647

21/10/2006 by lemonjelly

I really like the spring onion and ginger fried noodles at The Paddyfields. Also, has anyone seen the carved carrots that one of the waiters creates? He makes flowers and birds, which is mildly impressive but I've seen that elsewhere. However, I was in there earlier this year waiting for a takeaway and he was sitting in a corner making a detailed Chinese Pagoda... out of a carrot. Of course this isn't a reason to recommend a restaurant, but if you're in there keep your eyes peeled (no pun intended) for the carrot carvings.


Reply ID 48085

22/01/2008 by Steve

Anyone been recently? I'm looking for the best Chinese in Hertford and Ware.


Reply ID 48089

22/01/2008 by Ewoowar

quote:
Originally posted by Steve
Anyone been recently? I'm looking for the best Chinese in Hertford and Ware.
I have been twice in recent months and both times the service and food were very good.


Reply ID 48147

23/01/2008 by buzz

quote:
Originally posted by Steve
Anyone been recently? I'm looking for the best Chinese in Hertford and Ware.
IMHO Peking house is hard to beat


Reply ID 48217

24/01/2008 by Wrapper

Agreed. Peking House is the best in the area by some distance.

quote:
Originally posted by buzz
quote:
Originally posted by Steve
Anyone been recently? I'm looking for the best Chinese in Hertford and Ware.
IMHO Peking house is hard to beat


Reply ID 48220

24/01/2008 by Frenchie

I find the insipid pale chicken that chinese restaurants use puts me off visiting them at all costs.


Reply ID 48239

24/01/2008 by codek2

the shredded beef at paddyfields is absolutely amazing! definately a viable alternative to chicken :)


Reply ID 48247

24/01/2008 by justin

quote:
Originally posted by codek2
the shredded beef at paddyfields is absolutely amazing! definately a viable alternative to chicken :)
how are you able to compare beef with chicken?


Reply ID 48255

25/01/2008 by codek2

what? What a stupid comment. It's an alternative dish is all i mentioned, and a very good one at that.


Reply ID 48267

25/01/2008 by justin

quote:
Originally posted by codek2
what? What a stupid comment. It's an alternative dish is all i mentioned, and a very good one at that.
its a question, not a stupid comment, stupid!


Reply ID 62386

04/04/2009 by GrahamF

We just got back from Paddyfields - excellent, as usual. My wife had the crispy chilli beef which was superb. And no problems at all with service - all very friendly.


Reply ID 89222

23/07/2012 by Louis M

Does anyone know if they do Dim Sum here?


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