We’ve rounded up the best five Chinese takeaways across London based on reviews from local residents.
Gathering people’s thoughts from the review site Tripadvisor, London has a lot to offer when it comes to the best Chinese takeaways, but only a select few can be worthy enough to take one of the top five spots.
So whether you’ve tried them all or are looking for somewhere, these are the best spots to get your next Chinese takeaway from in London.
5 best Chinese takeaways in London
Gouqi London
Rating: 4.8/5 from 566 reviews
Location: 25-34 Cockspur St, Trafalgar Square, Opposite the Canadian Embassy, London SW1Y 5BN England
Winner of the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best, recent guests have described Gouqi London as offering vibrant flavours.
On Tripadvisor, one customer wrote: “the dishes were full of flavour — especially the dim sum and the Peking duck, which was a real highlight.”
Another guest wrote: “Fresh and authentic ingredients, dishes are both visually appealing and delicious.”
Phoenix Palace
Rating: 4.1/5 from 948 reviews
Location: 5-9 Glentworth Street, London NW1 5PG England
It earned the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice badge for 2025 and is described as offering fresh and authentic cuisine.
One recent guest said: “The menu had everything and reasonably priced but on the pricey side. Aromatic crispy duck was delicious, as was my main course of chicken.”
Crystal China
Rating: 4.3/5 from 275 reviews
Location: 78-80 Tower Bridge Road, London SE1 4TP England
Crystal China is described as an authentic Chinese Restaurant that provides food with top ingredients.
One guest on Tripadvisor said: “We’ve ordered takeaway from here several times before and have always been very satisfied. The food is always tasty, well-cooked, and authentic. It always arrives quickly, and it’s always hot.”
Leong’s Legend
Rating: 4.1/5 from 504 reviews
Location: 39 Gerrard Street Chinatown, London W1D 5QD England
Leong’s Legend is popular for its dim sum and authentic Chinese dishes, winning praise for fresh ingredients and generous portions.
One recent guest said, “Leong’s Legend is a great restaurant. The dim sum is really lovely and good quality and the staff are really nice and friendly.”
Oodles Wok Green Street
Rating: 4.8/5 from 57 reviews
Location: 343 Green Street, London E13 9AR England
Family-owned Oodles Wok creates made-to-order Indo-Chinese cuisine using fresh ingredients.
On Tripadvisor one guest wrote: “Oodles never disappoints! The food is always fresh, full of flavour, and perfectly cooked.
“Portions are generous, the noodles are delicious, and every dish tastes consistently amazing.”
