A legendary, utilitarian Chinatown stalwart focused entirely on serving some of the best Cantonese roast meats in London.
Ordering Strategy
Bring a large group to share generous portions. Order at least a quarter duck per person, supplemented by crispy pork belly, steamed rice, and a side of vibrant greens to cut the richness.
What to order
Roast Duck (Boneless)
The skin is dark lacquered, with the fat rendered and meat so soft and sensuous it feels braised; it sits in a moat of sweet-savoury liquor that critics say could be sipped neat as a restorative.
Crispy Pork Belly
This dish features crackled skin like glass that shatters beneath the teeth, giving way to a soft layer of ivory-coloured fat and rich meat.
Morning Glory with Minced Pork
A big old tangle served in a searingly hot pot; it is considered essential to scrape up the addictive ballast of minced pork and chilli crusted around the bottom.
Char Siu
Served in eye-rollingly savoury thumb-thick pieces, this version avoids the artificial 'traffic light red' of lesser versions and comes served on a bed of Chinese cabbage.
Roast Duck
Recommended in the Vittles Chinatown guide as a standout order from the menu.
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Top critic: Jay Rayner (90%)
Editorial Weight 61 pts
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Agreement 9 pts
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Coverage 4 pts
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2 Elite · 0 Editorial · 2 total signals
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Good to know
They don't do red-carpet welcomes—you won't be seated until your entire party has arrived. Service is famously brisk and utilitarian.
Locations
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