# Essence Of The Orient, Stafford — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.2/5 from 250 Google reviews. A modern dining room with illuminated glass carved with Koi Carp and a typical Chinese menu. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/staffordshire/restaurants/essence-of-the-orient (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Chinese Restaurant # Essence Of The Orient Stafford, Staffordshire [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8152124860844354111&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Essence Of The Orient](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/103198196076595079486) **In short:** Essence Of The Orient is a Chinese restaurant in Staffordshire, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 250 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places A modern dining room with illuminated glass carved with Koi Carp and a typical Chinese menu. Summary via Google ## About Essence Of The Orient Essence Of The Orient is a Chinese restaurant on Broad Eye in Stafford with a modern dining room featuring illuminated glass carved with Koi Carp. The menu offers typical Chinese dishes. The restaurant holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, and welcomes children and groups. Bookings are accepted. Diners report fast service, good portion sizes and a quiet atmosphere, though some have noted the takeaway chicken can be overcooked. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Essence Of The Orient's own website](https://essenceoftheorient.co.uk/order-now?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** 5:00 – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 5:00 – 10:00 PM **Friday** 5:00 – 10:00 PM **Saturday** 5:00 – 10:00 PM **Sunday** 5:00 – 10:00 PM ## What's nearby - Windmill Fish Bar next door - NSCG - Stafford College 150m away - Sainsbury's 200m away - McDonald's 350m away - Victoria Park 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and fragrant Asian food, with many saying it's the best in the area. They also highlight the fast and flawless service, good portions, and quiet atmosphere. Some reviews mention the takeaway chicken can be overcooked. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (250 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Staffordshire Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1195783). [More restaurants in Staffordshire](https://staycation.co.uk/staffordshire/restaurants) ★ 4.2 (250 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £30 [Visit official website](https://essenceoftheorient.co.uk/order-now?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01785 220222](tel:01785220222) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Staffordshire **Plus Code** 9C4VRV4G+RX ### 🏨 Places to stay near Staffordshire Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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