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Cuisine Guide
Discover handpicked Chinese 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.
3 restaurants
Chinese (Shaanxi/Xi'an) · ££ · Bloomsbury
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Biang Biang Noodles
Described as an 'assertive culinary hug' and a 'dish that wants what is best for you,' these wide, hand-pulled strands provide a 'comforting carbohydrate with a kick' that creates an addictive longing.
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.
Sichuan Chinese · ££ · Chinatown
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Super King Braised Beef Ribs with Blanket Noodles
Acclaimed by critics as 'probably the best noodles' in London, this dish features tender beef ribs sprinkled with edible gold dust and expertly cut with scissors table-side over massive blanket noodles.
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.
Chinese · ££££ · Belgravia
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Crispy Green Beans
Described as 'addictive as crisp bacon' and 'one of the best of the meal,' these beans are served in a light, frilly batter with a well-judged kick of garlic and chilli.
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.