History of Nechells At Wing Yip Centre

Mr. Wing Yip arrived from Hong Kong in spring 1959 and soon began work in the restaurant industry.

In 1969, identifying a gap in the market for authentic Oriental products Mr. Yip opened his first specialist Chinese grocery store in Birmingham with his brother Sammy who bought with him the expertise and knowledge he had gained of the hotel and catering industry in Hong Kong.

At the head office development in Birmingham there is a Chinese doctor, dentist, accountant, solicitors, travel agents, printers hair dresser and the Bank of East Asia The truly one-stop complex is complemented by on-site dinning in the 250 seater Wing Wah Chinese Restaurant with ample free parking.

The store is designed to maximise customer’s benefits and the company prides itself on delivering a high level service to the trade & public.

A gift to the City and people of Birmingham
A prominent feature just outside Birmingham China Town, situated on one of the gateway entrance to-the city centre, is a Pagoda.

This piece of art was hand craved from solid granite which was created in China and stands 40 feet tall, was generously presented to the citizens of Birmingham by Wing Yip and his brothers as a gesture of thanks to the City that enabled their business to become a success and provide a home for their families.

Connection between Wing Yip and. Wing Wah
Wing Wah is the only Chinese Restaurant at Wing Yip Centre Birmingham It was in London’ where’ Mr Wing Yip had spotted the talents of Mr. Kin Bong Lam, the founder of Wing Wah.

Mr. Wing Yíp would dine at the restaurant where Mr Lam worked whenever he’ was in London When the Birmingham development was being built, Mr. Wing Yip thought of bring his favorite chef to Birmingham so that he can enjoy his food in his own town.