A tangy and spicy broth infused with mushrooms, tofu, and veggies, delivering a balance of heat and sour notes.
Beer • Wine • China • Dining
"There has been a lot of buzz surrounding this restaurant, and some of the dishes definitely lived up to the hype. The wasabi prawns were absolutely delicious. The duck appetizer and main course were good, but not outstanding. The duck brain was an unconventional offering that was served with a hint of challenge in their smiles. The salt and pepper squid was pleasant but not extraordinary, and the Chilean Sea Bass was also good. The steamed rice and long life noodles were decent but nothing exceptional. The desserts looked beautiful but fell short in taste. Unfortunately, the staff began cleaning and making noise with plates and cutlery before we had finished dessert, giving the impression it was time to leave. We felt somewhat neglected until the bill came, at which point we felt pressured to increase the service charge. The sommelier was knowledgeable and the wine we chose was enjoyable. Overall, I am glad I tried Kai, but I don't see myself returning. I prefer establishments like Yauatcha and Hutong, which offer delicious food at more reasonable prices. I believe Kai may be better suited for companies entertaining clients on expense accounts, who would likely be pleased with their choice."
Kebab • Asiatic • European • Vegetarian
"I have visited this Chinese restaurant several times when I am in the mood for some delicious Asian cuisine, and I have always had a great experience here. The restaurant offers a decent variety of dim sum, although the portions may be small and slightly more expensive compared to other dim sum places I have been to. However, one dish that stands out for me is the seafood crispy noodles - I always make sure to order this dish when I visit. The noodles are crispy and well-cooked, and the seafood is always fresh and flavorful. I also tried the beef noodles, which had a fragrant broth full of flavor. The broth was rich and savory, and the beef was perfectly cooked. The three roast fried noodles were decent, but the meat could have been fresher. Another dish that impressed me was the XO seafood udon. It had just the right amount of spice and the seafood was cooked perfectly. The udon noodles were also cooked to perfection and had a great texture. Overall, this Chinese restaurant is definitely worth a visit if you are looking for some delicious Asian cuisine. While some dishes may be a bit expensive for their portion size, the seafood crispy noodles and XO seafood udon are definitely worth trying."
Thai • Chinese • Western • Catering Starters
Soup • Curry Dishes • Chicken Dishes • Thai Style Dishes
Casual • Chinese • Dim Sum • Noodles
"When we first walked in our expectations were high the place was beautiful and looked promising we were promptly told we only had 10 mins to order due to it being late so we quickly chose our dishes and than waited 45 min for our food. The food was ... to put it lightly not good . I ordered beef with chili sauce what I got was boiled beef swimming in oil water and chili it had no taste and was not good at all. My husband got the steak with honey sauce (I can't remember the names exactly and it tasted good but his portion was so small a toddler could eat it. We also got spring rolls that were so dry and tasteless a part of me feels because we came and hour before closing they rushed our food and that's why it was so bad but i won't be going back to find out"
Fish • Curry • Meal Deals • Appetisers
"The food at this restaurant is excellent. We have ordered three times and each time the food was very good and high quality. The prices are also very reasonable. I highly recommend this place."
Fish • Asian • Chinese • Vegetarian
"This takeaway doesn't deserve even a star. We waited an hour and a half for the food, and when I phoned them the first time chasing my food they said it was with the driver and on its way. I phoned them 15 minutes later as the food still hadn't arrived and they are only 2 miles down the road. They said they would call me back and when I asked them to confirm my telephone number they hung up. I tried several times later to ring them with no answer. Luckily we ordered through Deliveroo so should get a refund. What makes it worse is we are on holiday in Swansea, and this is our first night here so we have not had a great experience so far."
Cafés • Kebab • Asiatic • Seafood
"If I could I would give zero stars. Incredibly racist staff who ended up making my 9 year old niece cry at her own birthday dinner. After being forced to pay for all food upfront, we simply queried about the service charge then added to our additional drinks we wanted to pay for at the end. We still paid for this and as the waiter was getting our payment decided to tell us we would no longer be welcome there as the manager heard us talking about the service charge. When I then told the waiter this was Incredibly inappropriate to do at the table, he didn 't even apologise. I then spoke to the manager and told him how inappropriate that was he simply shrugged his shoulders and when we even mentioned my niece was crying he again shrugged his shoulders. When I said 'how can you not even offer an apology ' he then decided to say 'OK then, sorry '. I believe this treatment was down to the fact we were a Black family as we could see how the staff treated others in the restaurant. Terrible terrible attitude and would not recommend if you aren 't of their target demographic."
Beer • Wine • Pizza • Chinese
"Several of our friends had recommended this restaurant, so we made a reservation for 6:30 on a Thursday evening. Upon being seated, it was evident that the restaurant's primary focus is its takeaway business. We started off with crispy duck pancakes and spare ribs, followed by crispy beef, sizzling prawns, Szechuan chicken, Singapore noodles, and steamed rice. Unfortunately, the crispy beef arrived cold and even after being sent back to the kitchen, it returned just as cold. The Szechuan chicken was lukewarm and the Singapore noodles were tepid with limp baby sweetcorn. Despite the sizzling prawns living up to their name, the overall dining experience was disappointing. I do not plan on returning or ordering from here again in the near future. While the service was friendly and efficient, the food and atmosphere left much to be desired. Dining in a restaurant that mainly caters to takeout orders is not ideal."
Curry • Buffet • Chinese • Chicken
"The buffet was delicious and everyone loved it. My fiance and I were unable to try anything from the buffet, so I decided to stop by last night to sample some. The food was amazing, and we will definitely be returning as new customers. Thanks to Steven and the staff for a great dining experience."
Wine • Asiatic • Chinese • Dim Sum
"My family celebrated our birthday at China Garden, and it was our first visit in a few years. Everything about our experience was fantastic. The service, food, and atmosphere could not have been better. We hope to return sooner next time. China Garden is truly the best."
Thai • Seafood • Chinese • Delivery Services
Beer • Wine • Chinese • Chicken
"I had a pleasant dining experience here. The price was a bit high at $12 per person, but it was a Sunday night. I ordered early rolls with chili and scallions, as well as fried rice. I was not offered water when I sat down, but when I asked for it, I was given a small glass and not offered a refill. The food came out quickly, which made me question its freshness. The restaurant had a strong odor and felt stuffy - they should consider opening a window for fresh air. Despite these issues, the food was delicious and exactly what I wanted. I will likely return for their lunch specials in the future. The servers were kind, but could improve by paying closer attention to their customers."
Soup • Kitchen • Appetisers • Chef Specials
"I was pleasantly surprised! The meal was fantastic. We unexpectedly enjoyed a delicious Chinese farewell dinner. This place would definitely make my top 10 Chinese restaurants. The food was perfectly cooked and delivered on time. I would highly recommend it!"
Chinese • Seafood • Malaysian • Singaporean
"I was staying overnight in London for work. I travelled to Swiss Cottage specifically to try this restaurant. They do not take on line bookings and having not phoned ahead I was concerned to arrive at the restaurant and find it looking very busy on a cold Thursday evening. I asked for a table for one and a table was found phew! The food was great. Quite expensive, but this is London. Basically a Chinese menu with some Malaysian dishes. So I had a quarter of crispy duck which was cooked really well and came with a generous supply of pancakes. I followed this with delicious beef rending and rice. Sometimes this sort of food can swim in MSG, but not here. Service was efficient, friendly and helpful (I liked the fact that nearly all staff wore masks). I really enjoyed this meal, although it was far from cheap."
Bars • Sushi • Cafés • Salad
"My friend and I visited this restaurant during the summer to enjoy a cocktail and sit outside on their terrace. The area was beautifully decorated with artificial flowers and grass, and the staff was friendly."
Soup • Asian • Chinese • Noodles
"Very relaxing experience, cute decor and a pleasant atmosphere. One thing you will notice is the hot plate in the centre of the table, which is very handy but don't touch it. :D First thing I noticed on the table were the Chopsticks. They were made from high quality bambo, very unusual design. Food portion is more than enough for an individual. The taste is lovely and rich, with friendly service. So what are you waiting for? Go check them out!"
Meat • Asiatic • Chinese • Chicken
"Just back from my lunch. I read some reviews and initially thought some people were very hard to please given the number of very good reviews written, the restaurant was established over 50 years ago, so clearly in my head, must have been doing something right!. However now fully understand where these dissatisfied customers are coming from. I eat often in restaurants -lunch and dinner, what can I say. This is probably the worst meal I've eaten, the worst service ever and given the restaurant has been here well over 50 years, quite shocked at the calibre of the food and service which was zero!. On entering the restaurant we bumped into a guy on the stairs, who we thought was a customer. . He mentioned he was going out for a cigarette, entering the restaurant we wondered if there was any staff at all, no welcome whatsoever . To our horror the guy on the stairs was the guy who served us, totally unprofessional, extremely casual and not smart at all to be a waiter. He never said a word or offered any service at all. No simple thank you or any word was uttered, basically the food was dumped on the table! The meal, absolutely awful and the not of the standard from many years ago, when I used to go to the Rendezvous. Totally disappointed as our lunch was for a special occasion. Do these restaurants learn anything from these reviews, I'm not so sure. The meal was overpriced and definitely not value for money at £14.99. We certainly won't be returning!"
Chinese
Asian • Vegan • Casual • Chinese
"Set menu £20 with options to choose. Was nervous it was empty to start with (we ate about 8pm), but very pleasantly surprised the food was lovely! I spoke with who I assume was the owner and asked why so quiet, apparently most of his custom comes from the Chinese students at the uni. Gem found!"