London’s Chinatown is the perfect place to explore authentic Chinese culture, where you can explore shops that you won’t find anywhere else in the area and witness thrilling festivities when Chinese New Year rolls around.
For many, though, the main attraction of Chinatown is its incredible restaurants – and you won’t be short on brilliant choices. To help you to find the perfect spot for dinner, we've put together a handy guide to the best restaurants in Chinatown London. Of course, you’ll need to get there first.
Where is Chinatown in London?
London’s Chinatown is located in the heart of the city, right next to Leicester Square and Soho, which is why it’s such a hotspot for tourists and residents of London alike.
How do I get there?
If you’re visiting from outside of the capital, then you’ll want to hop on one of the regular trains to London. Once you’re in the city, you can ride the Tube to one of the nearest stations: Leicester Square or Piccadilly Circus.
Now it’s time to decide where to eat. Here are five of the best restaurants in Chinatown London.
Bun House
This is one of the best Chinese restaurants in London’s Chinatown. Perfect for a quick bite or you can sit down and enjoy the food inside the stylishly decorated restaurant. As the name suggests, they’re bun specialists but you can also pick up other Chinese food like dumplings and noodles.
Bun House was awarded the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice badge last year for consistently having great reviews and satisfied customers. Why not become their next happy customer when you visit London?
Yatay
It’s not just Chinese food that you’ll find in the neighbourhood. Indeed, if it’s a taste of Tokyo that you’re craving, then Yatay is the restaurant for you. It serves up some of the best street food in the area as well as having a fine selection of cocktails, prioritising the social experience of sharing a meal with friends.
Food and drink are served throughout the day and into the evening so, whatever your plans, you’ll be able to squeeze Yatay into your exciting day out in the capital. Book now to guarantee your table.
ShaXian Delicacies
Looking for the best Chinese restaurant in London’s Chinatown but with a twist? ShaXian Delicacies is sure to pique your interest. Technology is front and centre here as you’ll witness a friendly robot prepares noodles for customers! It’s a great way to add a bit of showmanship to an impressive menu of south-eastern Chinese cuisine.
Wan Chai Corner
One of the best places to eat dim sum in London’s Chinatown, Wan Chai Corner is not to be missed by Chinese food lovers. While dim sum is their specialist dish, you can also find hot pots, fried chicken and many other options if you’re looking for a feast. With affordable prices, eating delicious food in London doesn’t have to break the bank.
Sakurado
After stuffing your face cheeks in one of the restaurants above, you may be craving a sweet dessert to end your day in style. At Sakurado, you’ll find an impressive selection of Japanese desserts including cheesecakes and Mille crepe layer cakes which are sure to tickle anyone’s fancy.
London’s Chinatown is certainly a location for foodies; the only problem you’ll have is not being able to eat at all of them at once!