Double Happiness Chinese

Double Happiness has been quietly earning its reputation in Carlisle, with a solid 4.4/5 Google score from nearly 50 reviews and a spotless Food Hygiene Rating of 5 from a November 2024 inspection. Tucked away on Newlaithes Avenue, this Chinese takeaway is the kind of place locals keep coming back to — not flashy, just consistently good. They’ve clearly got their kitchen running tight, and that care shows in every order.

The menu leans into classic Chinese takeaway territory with proper Cantonese-style cooking. Their salt and pepper chips are a standout — crispy, fragrant, and properly seasoned. The sweet and sour chicken balls come with that satisfyingly crunchy batter, while the special fried rice is packed with prawns, BBQ pork, and egg. Portions are generous, the flavours are bold, and the service is quick. If you’re in Carlisle and craving Chinese, Double Happiness delivers the goods without fuss.