A no-nonsense, tucked-away Holborn stalwart delivering reliable Cantonese classics and dim sum with brisk service and exceptional value lunch deals.
Ordering Strategy
The lunch set menus offer unbeatable value. Service is notoriously curt and swift, so be ready to order quickly to keep up with the pace.
What to order
Selection of dim sum
Reviewers note the dumplings are 'thin and delicate' with 'correctly cooked prawns,' specifically highlighting the har gau and scallop and prawn shui mai.
Singapore noodles
A solid, filling option noted for having 'good texture' and being part of the restaurant's 'capable Cantonese food' offering.
Honey and black pepper pork chop
Described as an enjoyable dish where the pork pieces are 'glazed in honey, seasoned and fried' for a sweet and savory finish.
What to skip
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Signal Score
Signal score reflects how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
Top critic: Andy Hayler (70%)
Editorial Weight 48 pts
Authority + depth + recency
Agreement 8 pts
How aligned the critics are
Coverage 4 pts
How many real review signals exist
Public Signal 9 pts
Google rating + volume
Boosts 0 pts
Manual boosts + hidden gem
Review signals
1 Elite · 0 Editorial · 2 total signals
Public signal
4.4★ (851 reviews)
Good to know
The dining room is small and tightly packed, leading to high noise levels. Booking is recommended as queues are common during peak hours.
Locations
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- ○Not yet visited
- mediumConfidence level
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