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Explore over 150 of London's best Asian cuisines with Chinatown's restaurants, cafes, bars and bakeries in the heart of the West End.

THE QUEUE IS THE RECOMMENDATION

There's no single way to eat your way through Chinatown London, as a neighbourhood where regional Chinese cuisines sit alongside flavours from across East and South East Asia, find restaurants serving everything from delicious dim sum and Cantonese roast meats to Sichuan spice, hot pot, cult-following desserts, Korean barbecue, sushi and so much more. Servings from multi-generational restaurants, cafes and bars to a wave of new and emerging concepts bringing a contemporary take on traditional dishes to the neighbourhood, the mix of long-standing Chinatown institutions and shiny new openings create a dining scene that's constantly evolving.

WHERE THE LOCALS ACTUALLY EAT

THAI

SPEEDBOAT BAR

Fast, loud & full of flavour, Speedboat Bar brings the buzz of Bangkok's late-night drinking & dining scene to Chinatown with punchy Thai dishes designed for sharing alongside an ice-cold beer.
CANTONESE

GOLDEN PHOENIX

A long-standing favourite, gather around for classic Cantonese cooking at this family-run institution. From steaming baskets of dim sum to roast meats, seafood & delicious sharing dishes.
MALAYSIAN & SINGAPOREAN

RASA SAYANG

From rich laksa to aromatic nasi lemak, the comforting classics of Malaysia & Singapore are brought to you by restauranteur Ellen Chew in generous portions & easily a Chinatown favourite

"Tucked between Soho and Theatreland, this cultural enclave contains some of the capital’s best Chinese restaurants, Insta-friendly bakeries, must-visit supermarkets and late-night cocktail bars."

-- SHEERLUXE --

BROWSE BY CUISINE

23 VENUES

CANTONESE

Delicious dim sum & roast meats, Cantonese cuisine is woven into Chinatown's story, with generations of restaurants to uncover
11 VENUES

JAPANESE

From steaming bowls of late-night ramen to freshly prepared sushi, discover quick noodle stops to casual izakaya-style dining
6 VENUES

KOREAN

Get together for sizzling Korean BBQ or crispy fried chicken, expect bold flavours & plenty of energy with street-food & group dining
2 VENUES

VIETNAMESE

Famous for steaming bowls of pho & crispy bánh mì, discover Vietnamese dishes with punchy herbs, spice, sweetness & citrus
16 VENUES

SICHUAN

Bringing serious heat to Chinatown, known for its signature combination of chilli & Sichuan peppercorn with noodles, hot pots & more
7 VENUES

TAIWANESE

Explore the island's foodie favourites from slow-braised meats & rich noodle broths to crisp street-food snacks, bubble teas & cult-desserts
5 VENUES

HONG KONG-STYLE

A blend of tradition, innovation & global influence, uncover this distinctive dining culture
10 VENUES

MALAYSIAN & SINGAPOREAN

Made for exploring, dive into fragrant bowls of laksa, coconut-rich nasi lemak, alongside fiery sambals, satay and spiced curries
3 VENUES

SHANGHAINESE

Rooted in culinary traditions of Shanghai & wider Jiangnan region, known for its rich, nuanced flavours with a balance of sweet & savoury
3 VENUES

THAI

The interplay of heat, sweet, sour & fragrance makes every mouthful hit differently, bringing street-food & home-cooking together
1 VENUE

INDIAN

From the flavours of Kolkata to the royal kitchens of Mughlai, expect spiced curries, fragrant biryanis & dishes designed to be shared
1 VENUE

Filipino

Blending the traditions and flavours of more than 7,000 islands, from vibrant ube & pandan desserts to smoky grills & slow-cooked adobo

YOUR GUIDE TO EATING

& DRINKING IN CHINATOWN

Eat your way around one of London's most exciting dining neighbourhoods, from new concepts to generations-old institutions. Read our guides for expert advice on where to start.

EAT & DRINK

JIMI FAMUREWA'S CHINATOWN RECOMMENDATIONS

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EXPERIENCE

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MUST-TRY DISHES

RESTAURANTS

PAN-ASIAN

KAWAN BY UNCLE ROGER

Malaysian super influencer turned restaurateur, Uncle Roger (aka Nigel NG) has launched his first restaurant concept in the UK
MODERN CHINESE

SAN HAO

Sanhao London is your ultimate destination for experiencing the rich, authentic flavours of Chinese ramen
SICHUAN

Zhang Liang Malatang

Choose from dozens of fresh ingredients, including meats, seafood & vegetables, before cooking with a soup of your choice

NIGHTLIFE AND BARS

NIGHTLIFE & BARS

OPIUM

A luxuriant speakeasy, serving unrivalled drinks, quality service & refined escapism to a discerning, epicurean crowd
NIGHTLIFE & BARS

EXPERIMENTAL COCKTAIL CLUB

Experimental Cocktail Club brings exceptional cocktails and a slice of East London cool to Chinatown
NIGHTLIFE & BARS

KU BAR

This LGBTQ+ bar has been pleasing hearts and minds with great music and good times for over twenty years

CAFES

CAFES

TSUJIRI

A 155-year old tea house putting a modern spin on their insta-worthy matcha-infused sundaes and desserts.
CAFES

CANDY CAFE

Chinatown’s Candy Café is a go-to spot that’ll satisfy any sweet tooth with their authentic Asian desserts and bubble teas
CAFES

MEET FRESH

Traditional refreshing Taiwanese delights bringing authentic local tastes to Chinatown London

BAKERIES & DESSERTS

BAKERIES & DESSERTS

Taiyakiya

Specialising in Japanese-inspired sweet treats, including its signature fish-shaped taiyaki filled with deliciously indulgent flavours
BAKERIES & DESSERTS

Héfaure

Known for light, fluffy Japanese soufflé pancakes and delicate sweet treats
BAKERIES & DESSERTS

BUBBLEWRAP

One of Hong Kong’s most popular street snacks, indulge in their egg-shaped waffles, piled high with lashings of tasty toppings

GRAB & GO

GRAB & GO

SUSHINOYA

Freshly prepared omakase-quality grab-and-go sushi in the heart of Chinatown
GRAB & GO

BUNSIK

Authentic and innovative Korean street food, bringing the viral Korean Corn Dog to Chinatown
GRAB & GO

KUNG FU BURGER

Centred around a sourdough Chinese-style bun and a variety of fillings, from shredded pork belly to chicken, or vegetables

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