Beijing Oriental Express

Beijing Oriental Express is a Chinese takeaway on Bowhay Lane, a residential street in the St Thomas area west of the River Exe. The kitchen delivers across Exeter and offers collection, with a standard British-Cantonese menu spanning fried rice, chow mein, roast duck, sweet and sour dishes and the usual supporting range. Loyal long-term customers describe it as the best Chinese in Exeter and praise hot food with generous portions delivered on time. Contrasting reviews mention quality variability and a switch to cash-only payment that caught some regulars off guard. The restaurant rates 3.4 out of 5 on Restaurant Guru across 112 reviews — reflecting the split in customer experience rather than consistent quality.