The Best Dim Sum in London
1= Royal China with branches around London continues to offer the best Dim Sum in London. I think that the combination of great dim sum with a very strong chinese menu (their yeung chow fried rice is definitely the best in London). The most basic of dim sum like Har Gau and Siu Mai are superb. With the advent of the Royal China Club, a slightly more high brow concept they’ve expanded the dim sum menu to include some more premium items such as Lobster. Full Disclosure: I’ve probably been to Royal China over 25 times (perhaps I’m biased). The service is consistently superb. Number one choice for lunch.
1= Yauatcha – I’ve only been here a few times, in the opening week and about 10 days ago. Where Royal China is opulent in decor – Yauatcha is supercool and sophisticated, love the aquariam downstairs. While the food is probably just a tad behind Royal China, the service gets nowhere near to the slickness of Royal China. Having said that, the great atmosphere, good food and wonderful deserts would make this my first choice for dinner.
The Others
Ping Pong – Nice place, feels like wagamama for Dim Sum.
Dim T - Dim Sum and Noodles at a good price, however not even close to Royal China and Yauatcha on the dim sum front.