On a recent visit, my friend had Sweet Corn Soup for a starter, while I chose the Spring Rolls. The portion of soup was generous, steaming hot, and filled with corn and other vegetables. My spring rolls were crispy, filled with shredded vegetables and were served with a sort of soy dipping sauce. Jim had the Sweet and Sour Chicken for an entree: chunks of battered, deep-fried chicken with green peppers, onions and carrots in a tangy sweet/sour sauce. I tried the Prawns with Straw Mushrooms, which is large tender prawns and plenty of straw mushrooms in a delicate light sauce.

The service at Hoi Tin is brisk; not the type of place to linger over a romantic dinner. But, if you want good Chinese food at a good price, Hoi Tin is the place to try. Dim Sum is also served.

From Centraal Station, walk to over to Zeedijk and follow it until you reach Hoi Tin.