Exceptional food and service. We will return. Actually, it is the best Chinese we had in London…read more Very nice interior as well. Highly recommend if you are looking for a memorable experience.

We had a lovely Friday lunch here after attending the Changing of the Guards. The restaurant is…read morestunning and service was first rate. Total team effort, dedicated to high level service. My wife and I both ordered the dim sum lunch special. Good mix of dumplings. Asparagus. A bun. A stuffed rice roll. A spring roll. Mushroom chow fun. All good. The mushroom chow fun was probably my favorite. My son ordered a chicken dish with a sweet lemon sauce. That was different and very good too. 4.5 Stars.

*reviewing for us picky Americans traveling abroad*…read more Fantastic Lanzhou noodle bar, actually got recommended this place after visiting the Chinese pharmacist for my back. I googled most of the restaurants in Chinatown and it looked like my high school GPA (not even a 4.0) so this place coming directly from the mouth of my pharmacist. Great broth, meat quality is superb, noodles were okay. Chili oil 8/10. Small bistro style, so prepare to share a table.

After 10 days in the UK, we were ready for a break from pub food and stumbled upon Lanzhou Noodle…read moreBar in Covent Garden -- such a great find! It's a tiny spot with just two communal tables inside (seating about six each) and a few outdoor tables. Definitely not the place for a long, lingering dinner -- this is quick, tasty, and casual dining. The noodles are made fresh on-site, and you can actually watch them being pulled, which is really fun to see. I ordered the chicken and peanut noodle soup -- it was flavorful, comforting, and hit the spot. The staff was friendly, though you can tell they like to keep things moving since there's usually a line out the door (and sometimes down the street!). If you're in the area and want something fresh, fast, and different from the usual London fare, this place is absolutely worth a stop.

Yauatcha serves dim sum in the heart of SoHo, London and has maintained a Michelin star since 2004…read more Pros: -Accommodated our walk-in party of four despite being a busy night, showcasing great customer service -Menu highlights popular/recommended dishes making the selection process easy for newcome -Unique array of curated cocktails Cons: -Portions are on the smaller side -Didn't find that it was better than Din Tai Fung despite all the accolades it's received

Really enjoyed dinner and drinks here for my girlfriend and me. Definitely recommend it.read more

Good food, very authentic. Interesting menu. We enjoyed what we ordered although it's been a few…read moremonths since I was there. It is located somewhat off the beaten path but worth a trip

Love this place, in fact, it's the best Chinese Restaurant my partner & I have found in London!…read more Great food, well prepared, truly authentic, not too pricey, give or take; the service, admittedly, is a bit slow, however, even with very few customers (hence losing a star here from 5 to 4); ambience and atmosphere has always been very pleasing & comfortable too, we've found - rarely overcrowded, as one finds in busier / more touristy locations, can relax & take one's time, really enjoying what you're eating with a chat etc. Definitely worth stopping by if you're this way inclined & in the area.

My brother and I were visiting London and we had heard great things about Chinatown in our tours…read more We walked across the town to Chinatown and we were overwhelmed with options. I looked on reddit and a few people gave some positive reviews on this restaurant. I guided my brother here and we were immediately impressed with the service and how comfortable the environment was when we entered. We ordered a few items to share and it was plenty between the two of us. We have some local favorite items from home that we tried out here, and this restaurant does each of these pieces exceptionally well. Highly recommend to anyone who is in the area looking for a restaurant in Chinatown. The cuisine is southeast Asian and each of these items on the menu tell you where the item is from. There are also pictures on the menu, but they do not do the food justice as the food came out so well prepared and complimented our day in London. I will be sharing with anyone who comes!

This is a good place to eat, the pad Thai was great. The pan Asian claim is a little underwhelming…read moreconsidering the lack of diversity on their menu but that isn't the worst thing in the world.

Great atmosphere to watch a World Cup match, eat great duck friend rice and a few tasty craft…read morecocktails. Enjoyed the vibe and the service was great. Will be back.

Duck & Rice, Soho, London, England -- April 5…read more Our family of four with two kids ages 9 and 10 made our way to Duck & Rice after walking through the Chinatown area, which was absolutely packed and fun to explore, and we were looking for something lively with shareable dishes, and the overall experience felt energetic with some real highs and a few misses. Arrival and First Impressions The space has a strong personality with a mix of pub and restaurant energy and it felt busy from the moment we walked in, matching the chaos outside in Soho, but still relatively well controlled with a steady flow of service and a constant buzz that made it feel like a place always in motion. The Highlights Food came out quickly and leaned into that comfort style Chinese menu with a mix of dumplings and larger plates, and the soup dumplings were the clear favorite for the table with both kids fully on board which is always a win. The crispy duck with pancakes was also solid and more in line with what we expected, and overall the variety kept everyone engaged even if the kids stayed mostly in their comfort zone. The Challenges Portion sizes were a bit tricky for a family of four with several dishes coming in sets of three which meant ordering extra just to share evenly, and a few items missed the mark including shu mai that felt a bit dry. The duck and rice being served closer to room temperature was intentional to keep it tender but still felt a little off from expectation, and surprisingly there were no chili oil or similar condiments for the dumplings which would have helped quite a bit. The overall noise and energy level can also be a lot after a full day out. Final Thoughts This is a lively spot that fits right into the Soho and Chinatown energy and works well if you are looking for a fun fast paced meal with shareable dishes, but it is not without a few quirks and inconsistencies. We are glad we tried it and there are definitely things worth ordering, but with so many strong options nearby we would probably explore elsewhere next time, making it worth it for the experience but not a must return.

This is the worse food we have ever eaten! Don't eat here! Run as fast as you can. I thought if…read moreyou order BBQ it won't go wrong, the meat quality was bad, my son ordered sweet and sour pork, even my son said it's bad, which he eat anything. My daughter had the fish ball noodles it was horrible! Never want to return

I wish I could give this 0 stars. This was terrible. The food wasn't hot, and the quality of the…read moremeat was really bad. We ordered no sauce on one meal but got heavy sauce on it even after sending it back once. We have never left so much food on the table. Save your money and go someplace else! The food was so unappetizing and not enjoyable to eat.

Food: didn't know they had great dim sum in London; the Chilli Prawn Bao & Ping Pong Fried…read moreCauliflower were excellent Service: great, timely service Design: interiors is a dark modern twist on a Chinese Dim Sum restaurant with hanging decorative umbrellas in a 2-storey space Overall: if you want a contemporary twist on Chinese Dim Sum with other unique dishes, then this is a must in SoHo

Ordered the crispy duck rolls, black prawn dumplings, prawn toast, and chocolate dessert…read more Everything was phenomenal (duck rolls were probably the best), and food came out quickly. My only complaint is that the dumplings were a little difficult to unstick. Pineapple mocktail was also good.

Fun hot pot spot to try with a large group while visiting London! We were a group of 8 and there…read morewas perfectly sized tables for groups of this size where we wrap around and are close enough to talk to everyone. Sharing hot pots are divided into four quadrants - we got half and half mala spice and the mild but super savory mushroom broth. Very different but both excellent! Individual dishes are ordered via iPad. We got a large selection of meats, veggies, noodles, and some more unusual delicacies like beef cheek and colon(?). There are self serve stations for sauce making, and some small sides and desserts/fruits. I LOVED the seaweed salad there and got three helpings... not sure what goes into this but it was so yummy. Tissue boxes at the table are a nice touch for runny noses with the spicy broth! There's a bit of a show that comes with ordered hand pulled noodles! A staffer comes out and pulls and spins and dances with the noodles table side. I think they also sing for birthdays (seemed to be a couple of those around us). For tourists, this is located in a nice area for a bit of a site walking tour before or after dinner! (To either work up an appetite or walk off a bit meal.) We strolled - Trafalgar Square, Big Ben & viewing Parliament/Westminster, St James Park, and Buckingham Palace.

I'm a huge fan of Haidilao as a chain restaurant concept. I've experienced it in China, Queens, and…read moreLondon, and it has always been consistently excellent, maintaining that signature Haidilao charm and outstanding customer service. This visit was no different. I came here with a friend during Chinese New Year week, and everything we ordered was extremely good. (Yes, I meant to say that twice!) The only thing worth noting is that the prices have definitely gone up since my last visit--especially for the hot pot base. Still, the quality and experience were top-notch, and I'd absolutely come back again!

Came here after a night out in SoHo/Chinatown. It was the only Chinese food I could find that was…read moreopen around 3 am. I was very excited since this place has good reviews! I'm from the San Francisco area and lived in LA for 10 years (as well as have been to China) so I LOVE Chinese food. Unfortunately this place was very mediocre. The best part was the sauce that came with the wontons and the seasoning on the tofu. However, the tofu wasn't crispy at all. And the wontons/dumplings were very lackluster. The filling wasn't very flavorful. Though I will say the skin was nice and thin which is always a good sign. Would I go here again at 3 am after being out all night? Yes. Would I go here when there are other options open? No.

San Francisco quality Chinese food in London -- and that is hard to find, compared to what I…read moreusually consider fairly bland, unimpressive Chinese in much of London's Chinatown. Of note here: crispy aromatic duck (down-to 1/4th which is great), seafood hot and sour soup, Sichuan chili prawns, and the dim sum basket. Very, very good. I'll come here again.