Toko Ming Kee is a fast, counter-service Chinese and Asian restaurant at Gedempte Gracht 405b, 2512 AM Den Haag, on the edge of The Hague’s Chinatown in the city centre. Drawing on 20 years of experience and traditional recipes, Ming Kee is known for made-to-order wok dishes, rice plates, fried nasi and bami, soups and Chinese-Indonesian flavours at accessible everyday prices. It is a practical stop for a quick, substantial lunch or early dinner between central sights.
What to Expect at Toko Ming Kee
The menu moves well beyond a standard takeaway counter. Start with soy chicken with garlic and pepper, a €12 dish that brings savoury soy, fresh garlic and pepper heat together, or choose Sichuan spicy chicken for a more fiery option. Other house staples include beef with black pepper, broccoli with oyster sauce or garlic, and aubergine in Chinese spicy sauce, offered with either pork or chicken. Rice-based plates, fried noodles and soups make the selection useful for a fast meal at different appetites.
There is a clear Chinese-Indonesian thread in dishes using trassie, fermented shrimp paste: nasi trassie with cha sieuw costs €9.50, while hot nasi goreng trassie with prawns is listed at €8.50. Japanese udon soup with beef or chicken is another departure from the wok plates. Service is designed for speed: order and collection are handled separately, and the restaurant says meals are ready in under 10 minutes. The menu changes rather than remaining completely fixed, so regulars can encounter new plates such as peteh beans with trassie and beef.
- Soy chicken with garlic and pepper: A popular €12 wok dish with a direct garlic-and-pepper profile.
- Trassie nasi: Fried rice with fermented shrimp paste and cha sieuw, listed at €9.50.
- Sichuan spicy chicken: A €11 choice for diners looking for chilli-led heat.
- Japanese udon soup: Udon with a choice of beef or chicken, listed at €10.
- Separate order and pickup points: A counter-service setup intended to keep short meal stops moving quickly.
Toko Ming Kee at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | Gedempte Gracht 405b, 2512 AM Den Haag, Netherlands |
| Neighborhood / Area | City centre, at the edge of Chinatown |
| Operating Hours | Mon-Sat 11am-9pm; Sun 11am-8pm |
| Admission / Price Range | No admission; €€ casual dining. Listed dishes include nasi from €8.50 and mains from €11. |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 30 to 45 minutes |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | Spui tram stops are a short walk; paid central parking is available around Spui and Kalvermarkt. |
| Official Website & Phone | mingkeefastfood.nl · +31 70 743 2330 |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
Come before the noon rush or around 5pm if you want the quickest counter experience; the central location is especially busy when nearby shops and offices are active. This is an informal fast-food restaurant, so everyday clothes are entirely appropriate. For a group, phone ahead rather than assuming table service or a reservation system. Check the menu in person for the day’s changing dishes, and ask staff about ingredients if you avoid shellfish, meat or other allergens: trassie contains shrimp paste and several dishes specify pork, chicken, beef or prawns.
From Spui, served by several city tram routes, walk northwest toward Gedempte Gracht; HTM is the official source for live route planning. The Joods Monument Den Haag is about 0.1 kilometres away, while Chinatown’s gates and food shops are only a few minutes on foot. Grote Markt, with its bars and terraces, is also roughly a 10-minute walk. Ming Kee uses a cashier-and-separate-collection format; travellers using wheelchairs or strollers should call ahead to confirm step-free entry, counter reach, interior turning space and toilet access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Toko Ming Kee’s hours, and when is the best time to go?
Toko Ming Kee opens from 11am to 9pm Monday through Saturday, and from 11am to 8pm on Sunday. Arrive before 12pm, mid-afternoon, or around 5pm for a smoother quick-meal stop than the core lunch and dinner periods.
How much does food at Toko Ming Kee cost, and do I need a reservation?
Expect a €€ spend: the published menu lists hot nasi goreng trassie with prawns at €8.50, nasi trassie with cha sieuw at €9.50, udon soup at €10, and many wok dishes from €11 to €15. Its fast counter format suits walk-in ordering; call for current group arrangements.
How long should I budget for a meal?
Allow 30 to 45 minutes for ordering, collecting and eating. The restaurant aims to prepare food in under 10 minutes, making it particularly useful before or after a walk through Chinatown, Spui or Grote Markt.
Is Toko Ming Kee suitable for families and diners with access needs?
Families can choose familiar rice, noodle and soup formats, while spice-seeking adults have options such as Sichuan chicken and trassie nasi. The restaurant’s counter-and-collection arrangement is straightforward, but contact Ming Kee before arriving for current wheelchair access, stroller circulation and allergy guidance.
When planning your The Hague travel guide or comparing verified chinese restaurant and indonesian restaurant in The Hague, pair this stop with standout local spots including estate Ockenburgh, Bar & Restaurant Suzie Q, Restaurant Ramna, and Five-K Comfort Food (nearby).
