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firecracker: an asian fusion and karaoke experience in london

Nestled near Westminster Abbey at 44 Horseferry Road, London, Firecracker offers a vibrant blend of Asian fusion cuisine and a lively karaoke scene. This hidden gem combines a cozy, modern decor with a pan-Asian aesthetic that immediately transports diners to a different world. Whether you're craving flavorful dim sum, spicy green curry, or crispy fried rice, Firecracker promises an engaging dining experience that delights all senses.

Firecracker is renowned for its diverse menu featuring standout dishes like the delicately prepared steamed prawn dim sum and the fiery, flavorful green curry. The restaurant's signature fried rice, infused with aromatic spices and topped with crispy elements, is a must-try for those seeking a burst of authentic Asian flavors. The ambiance is lively, making it an ideal spot for casual dinners or celebrations.

The restaurant's decor reflects a pan-Asian influence, with a modern twist that appeals to a diverse clientele. An interesting behind-the-scenes fact is that Firecracker's design subtly incorporates elements from various Asian cultures, creating a harmonious and inviting environment. The restaurant also features private karaoke rooms, which are a favorite among locals and visitors alike, offering a unique blend of dining and entertainment.

 Firecracker is renowned for its Asian fusion cuisine combined with a lively karaoke environment, making it a perfect spot for both food lovers and entertainment seekers.

 It offers a unique combination of authentic Asian dishes and private karaoke rooms, providing an entertaining dining experience that is perfect for groups, celebrations, or casual nights out.

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Firecracker is close to one of our offices which is to say that it's great because we generally have very limited options around where we are on the River. 

I loved their bento boxes because you can do many variety of options and pick and choose as you wish. In my case I had all proteins and few vegetables. Our office has avocados and fruits so I didn't feel that I needed that extra layer of veggies. 

For 9 £, or under 12 bucks, one can get a whole lot more lunch than one would get, say from San Francisco.

I also found the decor surprisingly pan Asia which is neat. This is one of the approachable places you could get by Westminster Abbey, and given how sad and limited the food choices are around here, I would give it a four star - simply it's within walking distance from work and it's what you'd expect from an Asian fusion restaurant.

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On most trips, I actually keep a spreadsheet of our itinerary.  Normally, this includes where we will be eating that day.  Unfortunately, I wasn't able to do that this time.  So, we just decided to eat at places based on where we were at.  Since we were around Westminster Abbey, I looked on Yelp and saw Firecracker.  It was a few blocks down from where we were, but since I was planning on going to the Tesco Superstore later, it was actually on the way.  

We found the door to the restaurant and walked in.  The restaurant was actually down the stairs.  We walked downstairs and saw more than enough seating.  The place was pretty clean, albeit a little darker than expected.  Not good for the Yelper who likes to take pictures.  LOL!

We were greeted and seated promptly.  They took our order and we waited for our food.  While waiting for our food, we noticed there was a room next to us that had a karaoke party going on.  Being the only Filipino on earth that doesn't do karaoke, this wasn't a big deal to me.  I do, however, like watching people have fun doing karaoke and it looked like everyone was having a blast.  They picked some really good karaoke songs (Living On A Prayer by Bon Jovi, anyone?).

The food started coming out now.  We started off with some Salt And Pepper Tofu.  It came on a bed of veggies and was topped with fried garlic and slice peppers.  We devoured everything.  In fact, it might have been our favorite dish.  For our main course, we essentially had a dim sum meal with some noodles throw in.  We had Har Gau, Pork and Shrimp Siu Mai, Pork Belly Bao, Char Siu Bun, and Gyoza.  We added a little bit more with noodles, corn soup, and Kai Lan with ginger sauce.  The Pork Belly was super good and it probably wouldn't been better to order a few more.  The other dim sum items were good, but living in the Bay Area, I've come accustomed to eating really good Chinese food.  The noodles, soup, and Kai Lan were all good, too.  The entire meal, as a whole, was extremely enjoyable.

Service here is a great.  We didn't have a regular waitress assigned to our table as a few people checked in on us.  They were all great though.  Being in London, of course they had an English accent.  My daughter's loved it!  They kept trying to copy them.  I guess they channeled their inner Peppa Pig!

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My husband and I were on vacation and were completely exhausted from walking all day so we wanted to find a place close enough to our hotel for an easy walk without sacrificing the quality of the food. Firecracker was a fun little joint that almost seems hidden from the street. You walk down a flight of stairs and a cute restaurant with private karaoke rooms is waiting for you!

I was quite impressed with how well the rooms held the karaoke music in- we really only heard what was happening when people were walking in and out of their rooms. We ordered some soup and dim sum and everything was quite tasty! I did knock a star because truthfully service was not great, but it didn't appear to be that way for everyone. It felt like the staff heard our accent and was attentive to everyone in the restaurant except us.

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The entrance is quite subtle, can't tell that from the name, you have to seek it out, but once found, worth the search.  Exhausted travelers looking for something quick, but also don't want to miss our dinner opportunity in London.  We were quite lucky to be in the vicinity of this gem.  Super friendly waitstaff, cordial and welcoming.  Great recommendations on menu selections and portion sizes.  The dumplings are delicate and tasty.  Elaine's suggestion of the beef dish with green beans was spicy and exactly what I wanted. 

Dinner was scrumptious and Elaine's service was brilliant!  Will be back on our next trip to London!

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Having visited this karaoke establishment 3 times as well as a great many other places that offer karaoke I can now conclude that Firecracker offers the best combination for consistent quality of food and karaoke system across the board. 

The Chinese food is prepared with good ingredients, nice to look at and tasty whilst the karaoke screens are of good size and number in relation to the size of the room. However the total cost of room hire / minimum spend is comparatively higher than anywhere else I've known in Central London or otherwise, the karaoke system did crash once and pricey drinks are bought and carried from the bar yourself.

In essence, if you don't mind spending an extra buck for a decent sit-down meal as well as good audio (good singing permitting lol.) then this is the place for you.

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Good delivery, and fast! Dumplings were tasty, katsu was crispy, gai lan was nicely gingery.

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We dined here since it was walking distance from our hotel. The decor inside is very modern. 

I ordered the Thai chicken green curry. When I tasted the dish, it was much different that what I have eaten before. The curry was very heavy and the chicken was dark meat. 

I explained to the waiter that I didn't like the dish and ordered tom yum soup, har gau and shu mai instead. 

Once we got our bill, the green curry was still there. We spoke with the manager, explained the situation and she said it's not typical for a dish to be returned as it was prepared correctly. 

She made a one time exception for us and removed it from the bill. I appreciated her understanding & will stick with the simple items when dining out & abroad.

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Excellent
And flavorful! Try everything because everything the four of us had was super! Especially the firecracker fried rice, steamed prawn dim sum, the green curry, and the Ashi (spelling) beer! Refreshing.

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I went there today for lunch on the recommendation of a colleague.

As others have said, you descend a rather inconspicuous set of stairs (it must be easy to miss in the dark) and find yourself in a deceptively large two-room space: one with tables and chairs and a banquette, is the main dining room, and off that are four karaoke rooms with  banquettes and deeply-upholstered chairs..

My colleague and I both chose the lunchtime Bento boxes, where you choose a soup, a rice, a main and two side dishes. So, I chose Miso soup, spring rolls, stir-fried mixed vegetables, with tofu and aubergine in black bean sauce for my main course, and steamed rice.

The Miso soup came first and actually turned out to be the highlight: the best I've tasted yet in London, and it reminded me of visits to Japan many years ago. It had just the right amount of miso and nori (seaweed) to give it that gently salty, seafood flavour without being over the top.

The rest of the meal was perfectly all right, if unremarkable. The mixed veg were slightly over-cooked, and the spring rolls were one spring roll cut in half, and the sauce of my main course was slightly gravy-like in consistency rather than being thick and tangy, as I'm used to. But there was nothing to take exception to, and it came piping hot.

Service was fine (though they weren't busy) - polite, quick and unobtrusive. 

What adds a star to the review was the bill; which (with soft drinks) came to £10 a head before service, so it would be churlish to complain in this part of London, and I'd happily come again for lunch.

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Went to this place an hour before it was supposed to close and they basically turn the CLOSED sign in my face... extremely rude people

Firecracker Asian Fusion Restaurant Near Westminster Abbey, London

Firecracker Menu Overview | Asian Fusion Delights and Karaoke Fun!

Nestled in the heart of Westminster, Firecracker is not just a dining spot; it's a vibrant experience! With its impressive blend of Asian fusion cuisine and lively karaoke rooms, this restaurant offers a unique escape for both locals and travelers. Let's explore the delicious offerings available for you to savor!

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Firecracker Menu Overview | Asian Fusion Delights and Karaoke Fun!

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