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1694 Restaurants near Chinatown London

We found 1694 restaurants within 1 miles 1 miles of Chinatown London

Nestled into a little spot between Soho and Leicester Square, Chinatown in London attracts thousands upon thousands of visitors every year who come to walk the streets and sample the restaurants of this unique culture landmark. For those in search of some of the best regional Chinese cooking in the capital, Chinatown is a natural first destination and these days you'll find a mixture of old-school family-run heritage restaurants and more modern Asian businesses serving everything from bakery good and snacks to bubble teas. 

Believe it or not, Chinatown wasn't always located here. When Chinese immigrants first arrived in London in the 18th century they settled in the East End, and a large Chinese community sprung up in Limehouse, with lots of restaurants and shops built around the many new Chinese inhabitants who lived there. It wasn't until the 1950s that London's post-war Chinese community moved towards Soho, attracted by the nightlife and cheap commercial rents. London had started to get a taste for Cantonese food in particular, and the south side of Soho quickly became the Chinatown we know today.

A few of those family-run restaurants from the 1950s still exist today, and as you walk down one of Chinatown's major streets you'll see roast meats hanging in windows just as they have for decades. Chinatown today boasts a huge range of businesses, not just restaurants - there are also lots of health clinics, massage parlours, bakeries, bubble tea vendors, supermarkets, ice cream parlours and more. 

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 Restaurants near Chinatown London
 Restaurants near Chinatown London
 Restaurants near Chinatown London
 Restaurants near Chinatown London
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Flamingo

Flamingo

London, WC1V 6AZ
0.9 miles
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"Urban redevelopment, crippling rents and the rise of dating apps are the unholy trinity that has killed off more than 100 London gay venues over the la ..." Read our full review
Kai

Kai

London, W1K 2QU
0.9 miles
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"Michelin-starred Kai’s big claim is that it ‘liberates’ Chinese cooking, delivering what some fans regard as the best “fusion f ..." Read our full review
Afternoon Tea at The Grafton Hotel, Warren Street

Afternoon Tea at The Grafton Hotel, Warren Street

Bloomsbury, W1T 5AY
0.9 miles
Afternoon tea has been an English tradition since the early 19th century and is a highly recommended part of any visit to London. Indulge in a deliciou ... Find out more
Farm Shop Mayfair

Farm Shop Mayfair

Mayfair, W1K 2QT
0.9 miles
What we think
"Farm Shop’s smart, stripy, seafoam green awnings have been a welcome addition to Mayfair’s South Audley Street, bringing all sorts of organ ..." Read our full review
Din Tai Fung Selfridges

Din Tai Fung Selfridges

Marylebone, W1A 1AB
0.9 miles
What we think
"Unlike any other department store, Selfridges has managed to reinvent itself as a lifestyle destination that goes beyond its functionality as a luxury ..." Read our full review
Black & Blue Waterloo

Black & Blue Waterloo

London
0.9 miles
The Cocktail Bar

The Cocktail Bar

Marylebone, W1G 8DN
0.9 miles
The Cocktail Bar is a luxurious cocktail bar located within The Marylebone hotel just off Wellbeck Street. Its unique design takes its cues from the four se ... Find out more
Hare & Tortoise Bloomsbury

Hare & Tortoise Bloomsbury

London, WC1N 1AF
0.9 miles
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"The pubby name is a red herring: you’re more likely to sup on soup noodles & Asahi beer than a pie & a pint at the Hare & Tortoise. N ..." Read our full review
Hannah Japanese Restaurant
Hannah Japanese Restaurant
Hannah Japanese Restaurant
Hannah Japanese Restaurant
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Hannah Japanese Restaurant

Waterloo, SE1 7PB
0.9 miles
Hannah Restaurant is a traditional Japanese eatery in Waterloo which serves Kaiseki cuisine; a type of Japanese fine dining which includes multi-course ... Find out more
Brasserie of Light

Brasserie of Light

London, W1A 1AB
0.9 miles
What we think
"Department store dining is often a no-go for discerning Londoners, but then again, most department stores aren’t as legendary as Selfridges. Rich ..." Read our full review
Burlock

Burlock

London , W1U 1LG
0.9 miles
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"This 1930s Havana-styled rum room was to be called The Plantation until pressure groups objected to the slavery connotations. So Eric Yu (of Opium, and ..." Read our full review
FAM Bar and Kitchen

FAM Bar and Kitchen

London , W1U 1LG
0.9 miles
Found on the former site of Tony Conigliaro’s ill-fated Bar Termini Centrale, this bar and kitchen is an intimate operation, only seating 50 guests in ... Find out more
Stripes

Stripes

London, W1K 6WP
0.9 miles
Salute! You’ve found your new go-to suntrap for the summer. This Amalfi-inspired haven in the heart of Mayfair is bedecked with verdant foliage, aro ... Find out more
Nipotina

Nipotina

Mayfair, W1K 2QD
0.9 miles
Nipotina is an Italian neighbourhood restaurant in Mayfair, serving nostalgic family cooking in an inviting setting. Nipotina is another venture by culinary ... Find out more
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Chinatown is as central as you get in London, making it easy to get to from anywhere in the city (the closest stations are Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus, which sit at either end). Largely speaking, Chinatown is the area that stretches from Piccadilly Circus in the west to Leicester Square Station in the east, with Shaftesbury Avenue forming the border in the north and Leicester Square in the south. The main roads within Chinatown are Gerrard Street, Lisle Street and Wardour Street.

Chinatown isn't always the most accessible place, so if you're looking for something specific, use the filters on the left hand side of this page to narrow down your restaurant search.