The Kangxi Imperial is a chinese restaurant in Harborne, Birmingham. Rated 4.4 stars from 258 Google reviews. Known for consistent quality and value and attentive, memorable service. Best for family groups and special occasions. Price range: £20–30.
Rankings updated July 2026
The Kangxi Imperial
Across 247 rated reviews, 83% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.4★ |
| Reviews | 258 |
| 1-star share | 10.5% |
| Best for | Lunch |
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google — shown in English, with the original beneath
“Really lovely restaurant, good prices, good service, nice atmosphere.”
“Had sweet and sour chicken, platter for 2, a lamb dish all absolutely delicious.”
“Staff made unnecessary delays and blamed colleagues a few times for delays.”
Quick Verdict
Consistent, affordable Chinese dining with standout starters and genuinely attentive service; a neighbourhood gem that delivers on both flavour and welcome.
You want confident, flavourful Chinese food with attentive service and real value in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
About The Kangxi Imperial
The Kangxi Imperial is a neighbourhood fixture in Harborne that punches above its weight on both flavour and value. The kitchen delivers consistently fresh, well-executed Chinese dishes at £20–30 per head—a rare combination in the zone. Regulars cite the salt and pepper vegetables, aubergine starters, and sizzling steak as standouts, while the buffet menu (freshly cooked to order) draws families and larger groups. Service is notably attentive: staff remember regular orders and preferences, with particular praise for the welcoming, professional approach to special requests and dietary needs. The casual atmosphere suits everything from weekday lunch to birthday celebrations, and the restaurant has demonstrated flexibility by staying open for parties of 18. Vegan and vegetarian options are extensive, and the wine list, cocktails, and happy hour offerings round out the experience. Free street parking and full wheelchair accessibility add practical appeal.
In the last 90 days, The Kangxi Imperial has drawn 12 substantial written reviews (50+ characters of genuine feedback) — recent momentum that is one of the signals behind its place on the hot list.
What Stands Out
Consistent quality and value
Customers cite 'excellent and very affordable' food, 'great selection and very tasty' dishes, and 'reasonably priced for the amount and quality'.
Attentive, memorable service
Multiple reviews highlight staff by name (especially Anusha) for remembering regular orders, making thoughtful menu recommendations, and providing 'wonderful, friendly and attentive' service even for large groups of 14–18 people.
Fresh, flavourful starters and mains
Reviewers consistently praise 'absolutely amazing' starters (aubergine, salt and pepper vegetables), 'delicious' mains served 'piping hot, freshly cooked', and standout dishes like sizzling steak and prawn on toast.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Kangxi Imperial
Yes. The restaurant is family-friendly with a kids' menu, high chairs, and large shareable portions. It welcomes groups and has successfully hosted birthday celebrations; staff are noted for being warm and accommodating to families.
Absolutely. The restaurant has hosted parties of 14–18 and is known for staying open outside regular hours for group bookings. Dinner reservations are recommended, especially for larger parties.
Yes. The menu includes extensive vegan and vegetarian choices, including salt and pepper vegetables and aubergine starters. Staff are noted as 'very accommodating for special diets'.
Yes, free street parking is available. The restaurant is also fully wheelchair accessible with accessible parking, entrance, restroom, and seating.
The buffet menu offers excellent value—freshly cooked to order with duck, seafood, and multiple dishes included. The set menu is also highly recommended by regulars for quality and portion size.
Yes. The casual atmosphere and attentive service make it welcoming for solo diners, and it's popular for both lunch and dinner eaten alone.
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