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Cuisine Guide
Discover handpicked Taiwanese restaurants in Central London, with what to order first at each place.
Every place here is handpicked. Signal score shows how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
Taiwanese by neighbourhood
5 restaurants
Taiwanese · ££ · Marylebone
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Prawn Shia Song
Described as "hands down the best bite of the evening" by reviewers, this fried bun features a "pillowy doughnut texture" filled with king prawn, celery, and water chestnut.
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.
Taiwanese · ££ · Soho
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Classic Pork Bao
A must-order signature described as 'top-dollar' by critics, featuring tender pork, peanut powder, and fermented greens in a fluffy, pillowy bun.
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.
Taiwanese · ££ · City of London
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Classic Pork Bao
Regarded as "outstanding" and a "top notch" signature, this bun offers the perfect mixture of sweet and savory with a cloud-like texture and crunchy peanut topping.
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.
Taiwanese / Yoshoku · ££ · King's Cross
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Steamed Dough Sausage Roll
A 'certified genius' bakery exclusive available at the cafe's take-away counter that perfectly bridges the gap between Western comfort and Asian technique.
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.
Taiwanese · ££ · Soho
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Classic Bao
The signature fluffy bun with braised pork, peanut powder, and fermented greens that started the craze.
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.