Mr Wu

£16 / Chinese, Asian, Vegetarian options

28 Wardour St, London

Opening hours

11:30AM-10:30PM

Sunday 11:30AM-10:30PM
Monday 11:30AM-10:30PM
Tuesday 11:30AM-10:30PM
Wednesday 11:30AM-10:30PM
Thursday 11:30AM-10:30PM
Friday 11:30AM-10:30PM
Saturday 11:30AM-11PM

Unbeatable Chinatown Prices, Cash Only Charm!

Tucked away in the boisterous heart of London’s Chinatown, Mr. Wu beckons with unabashed honesty; it offers a quintessentially no-frills Chinese buffet experience. Stepping inside feels akin to tracing back steps to dining concepts from simpler times, with a canteen-like setup and an upfront cash payment policy that eschews formalities bound to modern eateries—a refreshing contrast for anyone weary of fuss. The limited, but reliable, selection of familiar staples like chicken wings and spring rolls is what Mr. Wu excels at. While favorites abound, showcasing flavors that are clearly beloved by their regulars for decades, the highlight must be the £5 takeaway box—a generous offer immensely popular among those seeking both sustenance and savings in central London.

In navigating the bustling crowd to fill a plate or box, dining at Mr. Wu transitions into an intimate communal experience where you're beckoned to share the laid-back ethos. Strangers become temporary dining companions; amicable nods replace indifference. What sets Mr. Wu apart isn’t premium quality or aesthetic polish, but rather an understanding of its own identity—it never pretends to be more than what it is. Here, practical dining thrives in sync with remarkable affordability, making it an irresistible prospect for budget-aware diners who grasp the ethos behind spending less and expecting only what’s fair. Thus, enter Mr. Wu free of high expectations, stay for the charming chaos, the striking value, and perhaps gain fond stories of clanking platters and bustling buffet rituals synonymous with London itself. — Jasper Griddle