Explore the Best Chinese Restaurants in London
London’s Chinese restaurant scene is diverse, ranging from Michelin-starred dishes and regional specialists to budget-friendly street food stands. Here are the best of the best.
Canton Blue
Best for: intricate dim sum
Dish to order: Peking duck to share
Canton Blue feels more like a grand ship than a hotel restaurant in central London. With a waved print carpet mimicking the sea and an illuminated map of the ship’s route on display, diners are transported to the vessel of the infamous Keying junk trade ship, which traveled from Hong Kong all the way to London. The ship has influenced much of the menu’s flavors, as well as the delicious cocktail selection featuring drinks based on each of the docking ports.
Moreover, we recommend trying the New York Negroni. Sit in a private, dimly lit booth or by the blue decorative fireplace in the spacious dining room to enjoy delicate plates of dim sum or a huge serving of Peking duck for the table before moving on to your mains.
Expect a large fine dining menu full of all the best Cantonese flavors. We loved the Atlantic king prawns steamed with garlic, tofu, and soy, as well as the sweet and slightly spicy kung pao chicken topped with peanuts. This is certainly a memorable date night destination.
Address: Canton Blue, The Peninsula, 1 Grosvenor Place, London SW1X 7HJ
Website: peninsula.com
