Top 10 Best Asian Restaurants In London, England

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London is the capital of England and is indeed the country’s largest city with a population of around 9 million people. The city has a rich history, with Romans settling along River Thames in AD 47. Today London is considered one of the world’s greatest cities, being a hub for the arts, finance, entertainment, and more. Visitors flock to this historic place to see sites like Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, and Westminster Abbey, to name a few. And of course, there’s plenty more to explore, including world-class museums, markets, and sports events. This multicultural city is also well-known for its plentiful food options. We’ve selected some of the top best Asian restaurants in London, so keep on reading to check them out.

1. East Street Restaurant


This list starts off with East Street Restaurant, a pan-Asian restaurant. With colourful decor, brightly lit lanterns, and exposed ductwork, this restaurant has a hip and vibrant atmosphere. And the menu is exciting as well, with choices including curry, stirfry, and ramen. The place even has a vegetarian and vegan menu and a fun drinks menu that also includes mocktails. Its aim is to transport you to an Asian street—whether in Vietnam, Japan, or Thailand—and serve you up food that has interesting textures and flavours. Reviewers love the fast and friendly service and, of course, the food as well.

East Street Restaurant

Address: 3-5 Rathbone Pl, Fitzrovia, London W1T 1HJ

Website: East Street Restaurant

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 11:30am - 11pm; Sat: 12pm - 11pm; Sun: 12pm - 10pm

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2. ULI


Located in the Notting Hill area, ULI is another pan-Asian restaurant serving up dishes from China, Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore. The original location opened in 1997, and its aim is to serve you food that is fresh, healthy, and made from scratch. Tom yum soup, crispy aromatic duck, and Thai green curry are just a few of the options on the menu. The eatery has a decent amount of vegetarian options and an interesting dessert menu. And it has an excellent vibe. With lots of light-coloured wood, along with the white and blue decor, it’s got a relaxing environment, so you can enjoy your meal in tranquility. There’s also a terrace, so if the weather is nice, you can enjoy the neighbourhood sights and sounds while you eat.

ULI

Address: 5 Ladbroke Rd, Notting Hill, London W11 3PA

Website: ULI

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 12pm - 5pm, 6pm - 12am; Fri - Sat: 12pm - 12am; Sun: 12pm - 11pm

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3. Mei Ume

Crispy tofu with sesame mustard sauce
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At Mei Ume, you’ll find traditional Japanese and Chinese food with a modern vibe. The menu includes dishes like rice bowls, pan-fried salmon, and teppanyaki rib eye. And if you like sushi, this is an excellent option, as the place got a decent sushi menu. The restaurant sits inside the Four Seasons hotel in the oldest part of London. It’s a high-end, Michelin-rated restaurant, so you’re sure to have a delicious dining experience.

Mei Ume

Address: 10 Trinity Square, London EC3N 4AJ

Website: Mei Ume

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 12pm - 2:15pm, 6pm - 10:15pm (closed on Sun)

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4. Phoenix Palace


Next up is Phoenix Palace, a Chinese restaurant located in Marylebone. It is large, with enough space for plenty of guests and large parties as well. It’s decorated with wooden carvings and Asian decor, so you can feel like you’ve stepped into a restaurant in another country. But what about the food? Well, you’re in luck—not only is it delicious, but there’s a wide variety to choose from too! The eatery is known for dim sum, and its dim sum menu offers food like prawn dumplings, crispy onion pancakes, and beef ball dumplings. The a la carte menu has a wide range of dishes, including soups, noodle dishes, and various seafood and meat dishes. There is also a vegetarian menu for those who avoid meat. Even though this place is big, it is recommended that you book a table on weekends as this popular restaurant tends to fill up.

Phoenix Palace

Address: 5 Glentworth St, Marylebone, London NW1 5PG

Website: Phoenix Palace

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 12pm - 11:30pm; Sun: 11am - 10:30pm

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I am a London tour guide and my tours include talking about people who have shaped the city plus the many connected places such as Hampton Court Palace, The Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, the commercial centre of the city: the City of London, and London’s world class museums and galleries. I have been guiding for 12 years. I am a licenced London Blue Badge Tour Guide, a City of London Guide, and a Westminster Guide. The reviews I receive from clients speak of their enjoyment from the local knowledge and the humour I bring to my tours. Born within sight of Hampton Court Palace, I am a Londoner and apart from 2 years in the Middle East, I have worked in this capital city all my business and tour guiding careers. I have travelled widely and I appreciate what appeals to visitors coming to London. I can tailor my tours to interest children. I guide couples, families and larger tour groups. I particularly enjoy visits to Westminster Abbey, where I also volunteer guiding students and children through its wonderful interior – on my tours you will hear about monarchs, why scientists and poets are remembered, the architecture and religious history. The Abbey is the story of England. Come on an engaging and fun tour with me. There is so much to show you !

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5. Banana Tree Soho

West Hampstead - Banana Tree
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Here is another pan-Asian restaurant—Banana Tree Soho. Inside, it has a modern vibe with minimal wooden furniture, communal seating, and an open kitchen. The restaurant got its start in West London nearly 30 years ago, and now the chain has nine branches in England. The place offers food from Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, and more—along with a vegan and vegetarian menu and a children’s menu. You can try dishes like red salmon curry, phad Thai, and laksa. Also, the classic sweet and sour stirfry is recommended for veggie-eaters, and the beef rendang is perfect for the meat-eaters.

Banana Tree Soho

Address: 103 Wardour St, Soho, London W1F 0UG

Website: Banana Tree Soho

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 12pm - 11pm; Fri - Sat: 12pm - 1am; Sun: 12pm - 10:30pm

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6. MBER

MBER, Monument, EC3
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MBER has a super-hip feel to it. With its plush red sofas, neon artwork, and wooden tables, you’ll find yourself in a very Instagrammable space. The menu offers up a mix of European and Asian delights, including wagyu beef and foie gras burger, Vietnamese goat curry, and beef gyoza. The place also has a vegetarian section, which includes options like miso aubergine and a soya bean and banana blossom burger. Do save room for dessert, as you can try treats like crispy white chocolate gyoza and a peanut butter parfait. In addition to amazing food, the establishment is known for having friendly and knowledgeable staff.

MBER

Address: 1A Pudding Ln, London EC3R 8AB

Website: MBER

Opening hours: Tue - Fri: 12pm - 12am; Sat: 6pm - 12am (closed on Sun - Mon)

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7. Yuu Kitchen


If you’re looking for something unique, why not head to Yuu Kitchen, a restaurant that fuses pan-Asian and Hawaiian cuisines. On the menu, you’ll find things like adobo chicken wings, pork belly braised with 7 Up, and miso aubergine. For something really unique, you can get your selfie printed on a bao—just make sure to book a table at the Spitalfields location and send your picture in advance.

Yuu Kitchen

Address: Varies

Website: Yuu Kitchen

Opening hours: Varies

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8. Lagenda Chinese & Malaysian Restaurant


Up next is Lagenda Chinese & Malaysian Restaurant, located in West London. As the name suggests, the place specialises in Chinese and Malaysian cuisines and offers a selection of Western food as well. On the menu, you’ll find buttered chicken, sweet and sour prawns, and nasi lemak. There is also an interesting dessert menu, which includes treats like black sticky rice with ice cream and manja delight, which is fried banana fritters and honey. The restaurant is situated inside Holiday Villa Hotel and has chandeliers and beautiful wood flooring, creating an upscale-looking dining setting. The establishment has an outdoor terrace for the warmer months.

Lagenda Chinese & Malaysian Restaurant

Address: 35-37 Leinster Gardens, Bayswater, London W2 3AN

Website: Lagenda Chinese & Malaysian Restaurant

Opening hours: 7:30am - 12pm, 5pm - 11pm (daily)

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9. E&O


E&O is a pan-Asian restaurant located in West London. It’s known for having a relatively small menu with enough unique dishes to keep people coming back. Here you can try a pumpkin, aubergine, and lychee green curry or go for a roast duck with a kumquat compote. They place also got an excellent drinks menu with sake, interesting cocktails, and a few mocktails. And if you want to save some cash, you can visit from 12pm to 7pm Monday to Wednesday or book a table for brunch on the weekends and enjoy half off the dim sum.

E&O

Address: 14 Blenheim Cres, Notting Hill, London W11 1NN

Website: E&O

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 12pm - 12am; Sat: 11:30am - 12am; Sun: 11:30am - 11:30pm

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10. Bintang


This list finishes off with Bintang, a pan-Asian restaurant that’s been around for more than 30 years. it is inspired not only by East Asian cuisine but also by the quirky and hip neighbourhood it calls home—Camden Town. The menu is full of favourites like katsu curry, pad Thai, and lamb rendang. There is also plenty of vegetarian and vegan options on offer. On top of a delicious menu, the place boasts a lovely interior as well. With brick walls, exposed wooden beams on the ceiling, and quirky artwork, it’s got a cool and quirky vibe. So bring some friends along and enjoy this trendy spot—you can even BYOB.

Bintang

Address: 93 Kentish Town Rd, London NW1 8NY

Website: Bintang

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 5pm - 11pm; Sat - Sun: 12pm - 11pm

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So much Asian food to try in London

It’s no surprise that a city as vibrant and diverse as London has plenty of excellent Asian restaurants on offer. Whether you’re after pan-Asian, something more traditional, or a place that’s hip and cool, you can certainly find it here. So book a table at your favourite restaurant and prepare for an excellent meal.

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Nicole is an American expat living in London, England. When she moved from the midwest to London in 2012, it was her first time leaving the US. She has traveled steadily since then, making trips...Read more

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