New Young Cheng

£11 - £25 / Chinese, Vegetarian options

22 Lisle St, London

Opening hours

12PM-11PM

Sunday 12PM-10:45PM
Monday 12PM-11PM
Tuesday 12PM-11PM
Wednesday 12PM-11PM
Thursday 12PM-11PM
Friday 12PM-11PM
Saturday 12PM-11PM

Chinatown's Hidden Gem with Stellar Service

In the bustling embrace of Chinatown, where every nook offers a sensory overload of sizzling woks and fragrant spices, I found myself at a modest yet peculiar culinary haunt. As the sunshine dappled through the outdoor seating, I was charmed by an enthusiastic staff member who swiftly brought menus to our table, sans the intrusive upselling many establishments feel compelled towards. The gracious service extended indoors as well, offering patrons an environment that was attentively navigated — not overwhelming, and a world away from the unnervingly packed eateries that sometimes define city dining.

The menu’s highlights rise in the form of salt and pepper wings that some have dubbed life-changing, but eclipse not my introduction to their prawn curry — a revelation tucked away from the over-perused menu options. Equally compelling was the shredded crispy duck, ornately completed tableside with meticulous precision. Dishes of Sai Cha-sauced beef emerged alongside perfectionist stir-fried noodles, drawing occasional critiques for conservative meat portions yet remaining delightful for hungry carnival revelers. Oh, and their homemade pink moon jelly! An anomaly, yet one evocative of whimsical Eastern falvour I'd certainly encourage diners to embark upon despite contrary local lore.

ystod.mainloop — Clarissa Cuisinier