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Laxsa

70

Signal score

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

An unpretentious, slightly tumbledown Soho treasure serving hearty, authentic Malaysian comfort food in a space that feels like a refuge from the busy streets.

Cuisine

Malaysian

Price

£

Neighborhood

Soho

Location

37 Old Compton St

Group Friendly

Ordering Strategy

Start with Roti Canai to share, then order individual noodle soups or rice dishes as mains due to the generous portion sizes.

What to order

Safe first

Laksa

The namesake dish features a coconut-based gravy 'humming with spices and fish sauce' filled with juicy prawns, bubbly chunks of tofu, and vermicelli.

Hungry

Beef Rendang

Described as 'beautiful' and 'spot-on for flavour,' this rich dish carries a 'powerful aroma of star anise' and is ideal for those seeking a hearty, slow-cooked meal.

Wildcard

Roti Canai

A highly recommended starter consisting of 'soft and crisp-edged' roti served with a flavorful curry sauce for dipping.

What to skip

Skip
Wine and CocktailsReviewers note that the wine list 'isn’t up to much' and the cocktails are often 'hit or miss' compared to the high quality of the food.

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Signal Score

70
Solid SignalWell-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.Agreement 100%1 Elite · 0 Editorial · 10 mentions

Signal score reflects how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.

Top critic: Ben McCormack and David Ellis (80%)

Editorial Weight 56 pts

Authority + depth + recency

Agreement 10 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★ (911 reviews)

Good to know

The venue is split over two floors with a quirky train theme; it's considered a 'cheap and cheerful' spot ideal for rainy days.

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