IT is Chinese New Year on Monday as we enter the 'Year of the Monkey'.

But with many people celebrating with a meal out this weekend, we round up some of the best Chinese restaurants in Warrington as rated on TripAdvisor.

1) Mr Lau's Dim Sum Bar and Chinese Restaurant, Springfield Street

Warrington Guardian:

One reviewer said: "The food was amazing, I especially loved the salt and pepper chicken pieces.

"The atmosphere was very relaxed and all of the staff were very attentive from the moment we stepped in.

"The bar has a wide range of beverages and cocktails which leave you spoilt for choice."

2) Choy Hing, Knutsford Road, Grappenhall

One reviewer said: "Amazing food, fantastic atmosphere. China Town in Manchester could not beat this place.

"So many different flavours, can highly recommend the special banquest number three, really good value for money, staff could not better in looking after our needs."

3) Jeniric's Buffet, Bridge Shopping Centre, Maybrook Place, Latchford

One reviewer said: "Always first class and good gluten free menu. Service excellent."

4) China Rose, Common Lane, Culcheth

One reviewer said: "Great meal and service again. Steak rolls starter is to die for. Highly recommend. The waiter Alex was very good and always happy."

5) East Orient Buffet Restaurant, The Courtyard, Horsemarket Street

Warrington Guardian:

One reviewer said: "Excellent choice of food, lots of starters, mains and sweets. Good value for money. This buffet never fails to deliver."

6) Kelly's Chinese Restaurant, London Road, Stockton Heath

Warrington Guardian:

One reviewer said: "Fantastic food, friendly helpful staff, great environment. Been visiting Kelly's for 20 years now, yet to find a better Chinese."

7) The Padgate Rose, Station Road South

One reviewer said: "The quality of this small restaurant is demonstrated by its popularity.

"The service is good, the food simply excellent and the prices very reasonable indeed."