Wanted to get some noodles as it was raining and cold today . Saw this spot and it was moderately…read morepriced . The service was fast and the ambiance amazing as there was a guy pulling dough to make noodles in an open kitchen .

*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.

Yauatcha, why did you make me eat so much?! This was so good! This is officially my new favorite…read moreLondon restaurant (and my daughter agrees)! Everything was so delicious, and there were several other dishes I would have loved to have tried. I wish I had taken pictures of more dishes, but they all looked so good that we all just dug right in! Our server highly recommended the shrimp bean curd dish, and I am so glad she did. That's not something I would've ordered on my own, but my husband & I agreed it was our favorite dish of the night. My daughter's favorite (and my 2nd favorite) was the wagyu beef puff. I also loved everything in the steamed dim sum platter. The only thing that was mildly disappointing was the softshell crab. Softshell crab is usually one of my favorites, but it was just sort of bland. But overall the food was amazing. I just wanted to keep trying more & more things, even though I was stuffed! And the service was incredible -- really could not have been better. As a wine nerd, I have to say I don't love their wine service. You can't order a full bottle, only 500 ml or less, which means you're never presented with the bottle, so (in theory) you're never really sure you're actually getting what you ordered or getting a bottle that wasn't opened days ago. That being said, I have no doubt that the wines we were served were correct and relatively freshly opened, but I still would've appreciated proper bottle service. (On the other hand, being forced to buy only 500 ml at a time meant we could try two wines instead of sticking with just one bottle.) The ambiance was lovely -- spacious, sleek, classy, modern, with gigantic aquariums. This restaurant will be at the top of my list to revisit next time I'm in London!

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

Why is it when you find a good value Chinese restaurant serving great food that it is always let…read moredown by the service and ambience? Oriental Dragon specialises in Sichuan cuisine. The dumplings tasted homemade and the deep fried squid with cumin was amazing. Whilst munching away on these superb dishes, we tried to black out the fact they had made us dine in the depressing basement (strange damp odour and not easy to cart the pram down to). And why bring us our rice 10 mins after the razor clams had arrived? No high chairs and little space for buggies. https://londonfoodiemama.wordpress.com/

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.

Busy cash only spot in the heart of Chinatown. They have quite a large menu. We chose the Roast…read moreDuck noodle soup, Mapo tofu and Cantonese Steak fillet. The soup was probly my favorite, good noodles and clean refreshing broth and nicely crisped duck breast skin. The Cantonese steak fillet wasn't what I would describe as steak, much smaller thinner slices but the beef was quite tender. The sauce was a bit too sweet and sticky like a darker sweet n sour sauce and kind of basic. The mapo tofu wasn't very soft. Overall pretty good tho and quick & efficient.

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

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.

What a fun place. There is a line to get in - but it freed up quickly…read more The bartenders are talented. Interesting bar menu .

Cahoots Bar was such a fun experience. The kitschy atmosphere and friendly service made for a great…read moretime. We loved how each cocktail was served in a different type of cup, which just added to the overall vibe. The unique theme and attention to detail made it a memorable stop during our time in London. Definitely worth checking out for a drink!