Hedge End is home to large shops and a retail park, but perhaps it is only the residents who know how renowned the area is for its plethora of Chinese takeaways.

At present Hedge End has double the number of Chinese takeaways than it does pubs and petrol stations.  

With three of its four highly rated Chinese takeaways all located within a less than half a mile stretch, it seems to be a gold mine for those looking to branch out into Chinese cuisine.

Off the back of the town’s apparent love for the food, we have ranked each takeaway based on their Google reviews.

Woks HotWoks Hot (Image: Google) Woks Hot - Leads the pack with a score of 4.3 out of 5.

Warren Sparrow said: "Brilliant food.

"Staff are great and food is always quick and tastes delicious!"

However, not everyone is satisfied.

Alex Holder said: "Food was super dry and lacked any real flavour and stuff that shouldn’t be very hard was rock solid."

China TownChina Town (Image: Google) China Town - The newest addition, it received a solid rating of 4.2.

Many people appreciate its delicious food.

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Abby Tracey said: "I asked my neighbour if she could recommend a nice Chinese - I have had three from here now - every single one has been delicious."

Yet, some customers are not as pleased.

Jo Bungey remarked: "Wanted to try here as we never have, since opening – well... we absolutely would not return.

"Told to come and collect, we did… waited a further 30 mins."

Hello Kitchen Hello Kitchen (Image: Google) Hello Kitchen - With a rating of 4.0, it has its share of fans and critics.

Danielle Hamilton-Parker expressed frustration: "I have been waiting almost two hours for food.

"The phone lines are constantly busy so cannot get through to anyone."

On a brighter note, Lawrence Sinton said: "Good options, tasty and not greasy.

"Good parking outside. Clean kitchen, friendly staff - found a new winner."

Hong Kong GardenHong Kong Garden (Image: Google) Hong Kong Garden - The oldest takeaway in Hedge End, it holds a rating of 3.8.

Mark Hands said: "This is our 'go to' Chinese in Hedge End."

However, Ian Still's experience was less positive, stating: "Used to enjoy meals here when last lived in Hedge End, so decided to go back - what a mistake!

"The food was tasteless."