Oriental City Takeaway is a takeaway food shop at 147 Broadway in the heart of Kaikohe, in the Far North, rated 3.8 on Google. Small-town New Zealand takeaways often cover two bases at once: the fryer, turning out fish and chips, hot dogs and burgers, and a menu of Chinese-style dishes such as fried rice, chow mein and sweet and sour. That breadth is the appeal, but the trick is knowing what to order — anything cooked fresh to order will beat whatever has been sitting in the warmer. Ringing ahead saves a wait in the Friday-night rush, and a busy counter is usually a good sign, since fast turnover means fresher food. Regulars at a good takeaway tend to find one or two dishes the kitchen does well and quietly stick to them. For Kaikohe locals and anyone passing along Broadway, Oriental City Takeaway is an easy, unpretentious stop for dinner on the way home.