WA Chinese Café & Restaurant

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WA Chinese Café & Restaurant is a locally owned Chinese restaurant and café in Albany, Western Australia, serving Chinese and broader Asian dishes for dine‑in and takeaway.

Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Owned by Ningj Pty Ltd

About WA Chinese Café & Restaurant

WA Chinese Café & Restaurant is a locally owned Chinese eatery based in Albany, Western Australia, offering a mix of classic Chinese and broader Asian dishes for dine‑in, takeaway, and phone orders. Typical menu items include stir‑fries, noodle and rice dishes, dumplings, soups, and a range of vegetarian options, along with non‑alcoholic beverages and café‑style drinks. As a neighbourhood restaurant, they primarily serve local residents and visitors looking for casual, family‑friendly meals at moderate prices.

A charge from “WA Chinese Café & Restaurant” (or a similar wording) usually appears on your bank or credit card statement when you’ve paid for a meal in‑store, ordered takeaway over the phone, or placed an order through a local delivery or ordering partner that passes card payments to the restaurant. You might also see a charge when leaving a card “behind the counter” for a bar tab‑style running total, or when a tip is added after the initial card authorization. In some cases, your bank may show a temporary authorization hold for a slightly different amount before the final transaction settles, especially if you tapped to pay or used a mobile wallet.

To verify this charge, first check the date and amount against any recent meals, takeaway orders, or food deliveries you’ve had in Albany, WA, including orders placed under a family member’s name. Look for paper receipts, email or SMS order confirmations, or app order histories if you used a delivery or ordering platform. If you still don’t recognize the charge, contact the restaurant directly by phone during business hours and provide the transaction date, exact amount, and the name on your card so they can look it up on their point‑of‑sale system. For incorrect amounts, duplicate charges, or suspected card misuse, speak with the restaurant first to see if they can reverse or adjust the payment, then follow up with your bank or card issuer if the issue is not resolved promptly.

Bank Statement Variations

2 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to WA Chinese Café & Restaurant.

  1. NINGJ PTY LTD ALBANY AUS
  2. WA CHINESE CAFE ALBANY AUS

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge from WA Chinese Café & Restaurant on my statement when I only ordered takeaway?

Takeaway and phone orders are processed through the same card terminal as dine‑in meals, so your bank statement will still show the merchant name as WA Chinese Café & Restaurant. If you paid over the phone or when you picked up your order, the charge date should match the day you collected your food or the day they processed your card.

Why is the amount from WA Chinese Café & Restaurant slightly different from the bill I remember?

A small difference can occur if you added a tip after the initial card tap or insert, or if items were added or removed at the counter before finalizing payment. In some cases your bank may show an initial authorization (a provisional amount) and then a final settled charge that reflects the exact total after adjustments; the authorization usually disappears within a few business days.

Can WA Chinese Café & Restaurant place an authorization hold on my card?

Yes. When you pay by card, the terminal may place a temporary authorization to confirm your card is valid before the final amount is captured. This can appear as a pending charge or a small hold on your online banking. Once the payment is finalized, only the actual meal total (plus any tip) should remain, and the temporary hold will drop off automatically.

I see two similar charges from WA Chinese Café & Restaurant on the same day. Is this a duplicate payment?

Two same‑day charges may be legitimate if you made more than one purchase (for example, lunch and a separate takeaway order) or if your original transaction was cancelled and re‑processed. Compare the exact times and amounts; if they look identical and you only remember one visit, call the restaurant and ask them to check their point‑of‑sale records. If a duplicate is confirmed, they can usually issue a refund or reversal for the extra charge.

How do I get a receipt or tax invoice for my payment at WA Chinese Café & Restaurant?

If you didn’t receive or have misplaced your receipt, you can contact the restaurant directly and request a copy. Provide the approximate date and time of your visit, the card type (e.g., Visa, Mastercard), and the exact amount on your statement so staff can locate the transaction in their system. They can then reprint or email a receipt or tax invoice if needed for business or reimbursement purposes.

How do I dispute an incorrect charge from WA Chinese Café & Restaurant?

Start by calling or visiting the restaurant and explaining the issue, such as being charged for the wrong table, items you didn’t receive, or an incorrect total. Have your bank statement and any receipts handy so they can verify the transaction. If the error is confirmed, they can generally process a refund or adjustment. If you can’t resolve it directly with the restaurant, contact your bank or card issuer to open a formal dispute.

Why does my online banking show WA Chinese Café & Restaurant with a slightly different name or location description?

Banks sometimes truncate or abbreviate merchant names, so the charge may appear as something like “WA Chinese Cafe Albany” or similar wording. The location line can reflect how the business is registered with their payment processor, which may differ slightly from the public trading name but still refers to the same restaurant in Albany, Western Australia.

Can I get a refund if my order from WA Chinese Café & Restaurant was incorrect or I was unhappy with the food?

Refunds or partial credits are handled at the restaurant’s discretion and typically depend on the specific situation (for example, missing items or clear preparation errors). Contact them as soon as possible—ideally on the same day—with details and, if applicable, photos of the issue. They may offer a replacement, a credit for a future visit, or a refund back to your card if they determine the complaint is valid.

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