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Nestled in the vibrant heart of London's Chinatown, Joy King Lau offers an authentic Chinese dining experience that transports you straight to the bustling streets of Hong Kong. With its inviting outdoor patio and a menu that boasts a rich array of dim sum and traditional Chinese dishes, this restaurant is a must-visit for food lovers seeking genuine flavors and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Joy King Lau: A Hidden Gem for Dim Sum Enthusiasts in London

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Visit Joy King Lau today and indulge in a culinary journey that combines tradition with a contemporary London vibe. Experience the artistry of dim sum with standout dishes like their delicate rice noodle rolls and flavorful dumplings, all served in a cozy yet lively setting. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer, Joy King Lau promises a memorable meal that will keep you coming back for more.

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Stumbled upon this spot because we just needed to rest for a bit, and they had patio seats. We were pleasantly surprised, I'm always on the hunt for some good rice noodle rolls, and they were pretty good. 
Service was excellent as well. This was my first Chinese restaurant experience in the UK, I'd say it was not bad at all. Come for dim sum if you're in Chinatown or Leicester Square area.

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I've been coming here for 20+  years. After four years, since the last visit, it is still a deep menu and the choice of Chinese women friends, whom I know to be the exceedingly picky about Chinese restaurants tell me to look for them. 

They're here.

That's a great sign. 

It's followed by a menu full of legit food. This time I'm  a solo. Ordered the duck noodle soup and some dim sum. 1st time downstairs, in their three story restaurant.

Always clean. No one outside hustling you to come in.  

Today, the food was a bit off. A ton of little shattered bones in the duck in the duck noodle soup. Broth was weak, and flavorless. 

Dim sum was tasty but overcooked. Hard stuck on the paper. 

No leading edge quality anymore. Service has all the warmth of an ice cave. Manager is arguing with one of her dishwashers during service. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ 

Sad. It's been a place of many good memories.

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Service is very slow. The servers would ignore you. Inattentive of the orders. They forgot some of our orders. Food was just ok. I've had better

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I had high hopes for this place since it was rated four stars. My rating is two and a half Stars. Certainly with all the other options in Chinatown this is not a four-star rated restaurant. Like many of the other reviewers I agree the service is terrible and rude. That's probably why they automatically add the tip into the bill. The food was not terrible it was decent. But considering that when we walked in it was probably only around 20% full he would think that they would be happier and friendlier to their customers. I guess if all the other restaurants in Chinatown are full and this one has open seats it would be an option.

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Every time or every visit to London 
We always come to Chinese restaurant .
My favorite dishes are cold duck tongues and crispy pork belly .
It can be very busy with people waiting to get in during peak hours

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Awesome food     Authentic. Personal.  Warm and comfortable     I would return here.   I have no more words but I want to recommend this place but I need 85

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Chinese restaurants are not known for their service especially busy ones like this. 

The dim sum is quite alright but I have tried a few dim sum places in Chinatown and they all tastes alright so don't bother queuing up for it if there's a huge queue, anyone in Chinatown would do tbh. 

Highlight was their wine. It wasn't bad at all and it was a good pour - they charged around 6 quid for it which is very surprising. 

Other than that, nothing really special. We ordered not too much but end up paying around 23 pp so not the cheapest.

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Great food, service and reasonably priced. They were very busy but were able to sit us upstairs. I keep thinking that I want to go back

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It's a small Chinese restaurant with outdoor seating. Food was good. Chicken feet were little tougher. Vermicelli was good but portions were small. Other than that it was good Chinese food

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Food was great as expected but, what we didn't like is that the establishment is small and tight. Tables are to close to each other and tables are small. It was hard to maneuver the plates cause we ordered many plates.

Joy King Lau: Top Chinese Dim Sum Restaurant in London’s Chinatown & Leicester Square

a premier Chinese restaurant in the heart of Londonderry, United Kingdom. Located at 3 Leicester Street, this establishment offers an authentic and vibrant dining experience with a focus on dim sum and traditional delicacies.

Discover a culinary journey through a diverse selection of traditional Chinese dishes, expertly crafted using authentic recipes and fresh ingredients.

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Dive into an array of flavorful starters, satisfying mains, delightful desserts, and refreshing drinks, each curated to bring the true taste of Chinese cuisine to your table.

Experience our chef's signature dishes and seasonal creations that highlight the rich flavors and culinary artistry of Chinese cuisine.

Whether you're craving dim sum, soups, or classic stir-fried dishes, our menu offers something for every palate seeking authentic Chinese flavors in Londonderry.

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Savor exquisite Chinese cuisine at Joy King Lau in London's historic Leicester Street. Experience authentic flavors and vibrant ambiance. Book your taste adventure now!

Joy King Lau: Top Chinese Dim Sum Restaurant in London’s Chinatown & Leicester Square

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