No.1 Chinese Takeaway

Locals in Melton Mowbray have long had a soft spot for No.1 Chinese Takeaway, a place that brings proper Cantonese-style cooking to the heart of this market town. It’s the kind of spot where the kitchen treats fresh seafood with real respect—think plump prawns and flaky fish, wok-tossed with precision rather than drowned in heavy sauce. The menu leans into the classics, but there’s a lightness to the cooking here that sets it apart from the usual high-street fare.

Crispy aromatic duck comes shredded and fragrant, ready to be wrapped in pancakes with a slick of hoisin. The salt and pepper squid is a must-order—golden, crunchy, and perfectly seasoned. Fried rice here isn’t an afterthought; it’s packed with egg, peas, and spring onions, each grain separate and glossy. Whether you’re after a quick solo feast or a family spread, ordering online for delivery or collection is refreshingly simple. No.1 Chinese Takeaway proves that great Chinese food in Melton Mowbray doesn’t need to be complicated—just cooked with care and served with a smile.