Sweet and sour chicken, chow mein, egg fried rice or crispy chilli beef - everyone has their go-to Chinese dish.
This week, the Yorkshire Evening Post turned to its trusted readers to ask for their favourite spot for a cheeky takeaway - and they did not disappoint.
From city-centre noodle bars to long-standing suburban favourites, here are some of Leeds’ best Chinese takeaways, according to YEP readers:
1. G-Wu
Sharon Jennings Redding and Christine Marsh both suggested G-Wu in Bramhope.📍856 Leeds Rd, Bramhope, Leeds LS16 9ED | Simon Hulme
2. China Chef
Stephanie Dawson said: "China Chef in Armley is a solid Chinese. Never lets you down, friendly, and great prices."📍35 Stanningley Rd, Armley, Leeds LS12 3LW | Local Library
3. Rice Paper Rice Paper Cantonese Restaurants & Takeaway
Julie Britton and Mark Cowell both recommended this Halton takeaway. 📍221 Selby Rd, Halton, Leeds LS15 7HW | Steven Lord / Google
4. 美食之家 Noodle House
This city centre takeaway is the best in Leeds, “hands down,” according to reader Kamy Choat. Allan Jucatan agrees.📍20 Merrion St, Leeds LS1 6PQ | Local Library
5. The Cherry Tree
Readers Andrew Field, Amy Mills, and David Grahame all agree that Cherry Tree is their favourite takeaway in Leeds. Paula Gilmore added: "Agree. Lovely staff good food with decent portions at a reasonable price." 📍201 Butcher Hill, Leeds LS16 5BQ | Google
6. Jade Palace Chinese take away 玉滿軒
This east Leeds takeaway is a favourite amongst YEP readers, including Joanne Meakin, Mike Faulkner, and Scott Wood. 📍8 Coldcotes Circus, Leeds LS9 6QE | Google