Beijing Lewes

Beijing Lewes is a family-owned Chinese restaurant and takeaway set in the historic core of Lewes, the county town of East Sussex. Run by the same family for years, it cooks home-style food drawn from across the Chinese regions, from Cantonese staples to spicier Szechuan plates and northern Beijing-style dishes, served both in its cosy dining room and packed up to carry home. Its tucked-away central position, close to the castle and the town's steep old lanes, makes it a handy stop for residents and day-trippers alike.

The menu rewards the curious: crisp Aromatic Duck with pancakes, comforting Egg Fried Rice and a wok-charred plate of Beef in Black Bean Sauce sit alongside the familiar sweet-and-sour favourites. Vegetable and tofu dishes give meat-free diners plenty to choose from. Rated 3.6/5 by Google reviewers, it splits opinion a little, but fans return for honest, freshly cooked food and a friendly family welcome. For a no-nonsense Chinese takeaway in the heart of Lewes, it is well worth a look.