Noord●○○○#61 of 160 Places to Eat in Noord

Lings Resturant

Name: Lings Resturant
Address: Noord 29, Noord Aruba, AW
Price range: $
Rating: 4.6

★★★★½4.6 out of 5 · 42 reviews

casual

chinese

asian

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About

Ling's sits in Noord, a few minutes inland from the high-rise hotels, and it's the kind of neighborhood Chinese spot locals actually use. The 4.6 value rating tells you what you need to know — portions are big, prices stay low, and nobody's trying to impress you with décor. The food holds a 4.4, which is solid for straightforward Chinese-American standards done consistently. It ranks #61 out of 160 in Noord, which puts it in the middle of a very crowded field, but the repeat business comes from families and off-duty hospitality workers who want something filling after a long shift. The atmosphere rating is the lowest of the bunch, so set expectations accordingly — this is about the plate, not the room. Service moves. If you're staying nearby and need a break from resort dining or tourist-zone markups, it works.

At a glance

Area: Noord
Vibe: casual
Price: ●○○○
Reservation required: –
Kid friendly: ✓
Cuisine: chinese
asian
Dietary options: —

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