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Hakkasan Hanway Place

Restaurant Chinese restaurant Chinese takeaway Delivery chinese restaurant Cantonese restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Delivery chinese restaurants in London


Address

8 Hanway Pl, London W1T 1HD, United Kingdom

Website

hakkasan.com

Contact

+44 20 7927 7000

Price rating

$$$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (2.1K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 5 to 10:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 5 to 10:30 PM
  • Thursday: 12 to 3 PM, 5 to 10:30 PM
  • Friday: 12 to 3 PM, 5 to 11 PM
  • Saturday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Sunday: 12 to 10:30 PM
  • Monday: Closed

Featured Reviews


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  • 1/5 Elina 2 years ago on Google
    Can't say I'd recommend. Everything went okay until we got to the table. Considering the fact that this place has a star we did not receive what we came for. We ordered the 'year of the tiger' menu and the cocktail which is optional to have at the start. The service was a little scattered but mostly polite where as the food was completely tasteless and even without quality one might say. The first starter was great but beyond that dish it was all a big downfall. Fried rice was good (like you could even fail that?), chicken was dry, fish without salt (even with the sauce) and after the main course we were ready to give up. A small positive part was when we received an extra ice cream plate that said 'happy anniversary' to tell that they had somehow noticed our celebration announcement that we made clear in the reservation. We didn't feel like spending any more money to a place that doesn't bring us any joy so we asked for the check. After we had paid the waiter simply said thanks and left without wishing us pleasant evening or anything. Waste of time and money, won't recommend to visit.
    16 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex 5 months ago on Google • 605 reviews
    We tried the Taste of Hakkasan menu and it was a great choice. The dim sum is amazing. I'd say order it twice instead of sharing. The salad was okay, but the dim sum was way better. For the main dishes, we had beef and pork. Both were really good and had a tasty sauce. It was nice to have the real deal that other places try but can't quite get right. The rice was also great. You get a pot of rice and some asparagus, but I wish there was more rice. A couple of things to know: the restaurant is in a basement and you have to go down a kind of sketchy alley to find it. At first, I thought we were lost until I saw the menu on the wall. Inside, it's really dark. Each table has a bright light, but the rest is dark. The waiters wear dark clothes and surprised me a couple of times.

  • 4/5 Derek T. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a Chinese new fusion type of restaurant. Been here a couple of times few years back and totally loved it. However, this time round, we find the food generally to be less exciting and does not match their high price range. The Peking duck with caviar is still the highlight but find the portion of meat has reduced. Would recommend to come at least once to try it out for the stars. P.S. if you’re into sci fi utopia novels, do check out the book on last picture which is available on Amazon. Highly recommended read while waiting for your food to come. 😁
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sauce V. 1 year ago on Google
    You go to hakkasan for the experience and you won't be disappointed. Service was quick and the set menu was quite tasty which it had to be for spending over £370 for the premium set menu and 4 cocktails. Were the drinks worth the 20 quid? Probably not, but overall well worth it. If you're looking for a slightly less expensive option, try Roka.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Gio L. 3 months ago on Google • 217 reviews New
    Great dimsum restaurant. The food is beautiful. The dim sum was best of its kind. Main course menu were very westernised and innovative. Thus, if you are looking for traditional high end experience, this is not exactly the right place. This is for more of a new style with international or western twist. The atmosphere and service is simply five stars. Cocktail and wine selection is also five star.

  • 3/5 Helena C. 2 years ago on Google
    The dim sum was over steamed and the food was ok but not up to scratch for usual Hakkasan standards. I experienced this twice in a row over the past six months so would not be as keen to recommend them. Service was good, prompt, professional and attentive.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lavinia R. 2 years ago on Google
    Woow Hakkasan Amazing the Food is the best 7star very high quality I loved everything I ate the duck salad wow the best ever. There cocktails are fantastic you won't regret eating here at all. The staff are BRILLIANT so kind they won't even let you toss your own salad 😀 they do everything to make your experience perfect. The best restaurant I have eaten at all year 10/10 simply perfect
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Scott S. 1 year ago on Google
    Hakkasan Hanway Place is the original Hakkasan. Michelin star Chinese cuisine never disappoints, I have been five times and every visit has been perfect. The food it incredible and they also serve some trendy cocktails, I recommend you try “The Hak”. Always book in advance 👌
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Hazik A. 3 months ago on Google • 124 reviews New
    I came here with my wife and baby but much to my surprise, there were not really any accommodations for babies for example basic things like there were no baby chairs, changing facilities, etc - slightly disappointing considering the cost of everything but nonetheless the restaurant itself was very nice and clean. The staff were very attentive and looked after us well for the most part but the food was a little bit too bland for my liking, even the 'spicy' options were very quite bland and lacked flavour. Overall, we enjoyed a nice evening out but considering how much we paid for the night, I'm not quite sure I would do it again here for the foreseeable future.

  • 3/5 Zairah K. 1 year ago on Google
    Used to love this place but I feel that over time the quality has declined and it’s become a bit sub standard. Our food came cold and at different times so it was hard to eat everything all at once. The portions were good but overall I do feel it’s overpriced for the quality. Service was friendly but as many other reviews have said, quite scattered and absent. We would have ordered more drinks and small plates, but no one was around.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James S. 4 months ago on Google • 62 reviews
    Truly superb Chinese food. Each dish is fresh and flavorful. Fantastic bar - the Golden Empress is a special and shouldn’t be missed. Beats anything in the US without a doubt. A wonderful experience.

  • 5/5 Shankar M. 2 months ago on Google • 44 reviews New
    Set menu selected at a 60th birthday. The food was exceptional as expected for the price and the service was great. The venison puffs get special mention, they were delicious. The only slight downside was the atmosphere, as the restaurant is underground it’s quite dark.

  • 3/5 Tanya T. 1 month ago on Google • 27 reviews New
    The lighting of the restaurant was extremely dark. The food was a little bland for my liking and lacked flavour, I would have expected a little more flavour from a restaurant of this calibre. The service was a little too pushy for my liking there were too many waiters and waitresses serving us and forcing us to order drinks. Without even asking they poured our water in one glass and pushed for us to buy another bottle which we had no choice to do so. This place is extremely expensive so be prepared for a hefty bill at the end of the night go in with low expectations.

  • 2/5 Him Shun Samuel Yuen (. 2 months ago on Google • 16 reviews New
    Honest opinion: TLDR - it’s just not the place for me Hakkasan Hanway Place is recommended by Michelin, but not recommended by me, as a HKer. Growing up, I have been eating DimSum for years. Hakkasan’s DimSum is more of a “fusion” of Western & Asian cuisine, which tastes alright, but not traditional & authentic. Thus, why it didn’t appeal to me. Tea is £4-8 (as of 2023), which is served in one teapot without any tea leaves inside. Personally, the tea tastes quite “watery”, lacking much flavor. Not worth the price for drinking “slightly flavored hot water”. Below are some dishes we tried + feedback: Grilled Chilean sea bass in honey (£58) - the sea bass is usually served with sauces still dripping off of it. Yet, the sea bass is rather dry, and there is not enough sauce to give it that extra flavor. Sweet and sour Dingy dell pork (£32) - no complaints there, pretty well done, would actually recommend Black truffle roasted duck (£51) - one of my favorites among the rest of the dishes, would recommend Wok-fried Yorkshire Wagyu beef ho fun noodles (£33) - as someone from HK, I can say that this lacks “wok-hey”, and the beef’s texture is a bit stiff. Char Siu - this is below average compared to the Char Siu in HK - as the pork is rather lean and the meat is dry. In HK, we usually use a more fatty cut of meat, which gives the Char Siu a more fatty & soft texture. Plus, we serve it with more sauces on the sides, which pairs well with rice. Tofu claypot (£24) - actually not bad, would recommend Environment: it seemed more like a club than a YumCha place. The music is loud, and the place is dark. So if you’re genuinely there for traditional YumCha, I don’t think this is a good place. I’d recommend visiting other YumCha places in Chinatown if you want a more authentic & traditional taste of YumCha for a much cheaper price. Recommended dishes: Sweet and Sour Dingely dell pork, Black truffle roasted duck, Tofu claypot

  • 5/5 Kay R. 5 months ago on Google • 12 reviews
    Yesterday (11/10/23) was my first visit to Hakkasan Hanway Place. My Partner I went there for dinner to celebrate our 2nd anniversary. The staff were warm, professional, attentive and engaging. The Service was efficient & organised. The food was delicious on every level and the portions were surprisingly enough. The receptionist was welcoming, friendly and professional I would most definitely be coming back here again to celebrate something special and will recommend for friends and family.

  • 5/5 Adela M. 2 years ago on Google
    A.M.A.Z.I.N.G!!! One of the best dinner experience and food, hands down. Everything was amazing and couldn't fault anything. The Char Siu pork was melting in your mouth and even the simple Pak choi tasted amazing. If you are looking for a special dinner, I would highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Quentin 2 years ago on Google
    We went for dinner on a Saturday evening, first of all, book in advance because bookings for both the branches get full quite quickly. Regardless, we were greeted by security then led down steep stairs to receptionists who escorted us to our seats. Definitely a dark and party like vibe with the narrow corridors and party booths. Our seat was in a quieter spot out of the main bar area. Service was very good, and in passing, servers kept checking on us which was nice. Food was very well done, portion size initially was thought to be small but worked out to be the perfect amount as we ate it. Would definitely recommend the Smoked beef ribs with jasmine tea, the beef melts in your mouth and goes very well with the sauce and rice. Drinks were also very nice looking and tasting, Ruby Tang was very sweet to start and became stronger over the night. Upon special requests since it was our anniversary they provided a complimentary ice cream & wafer with bowl decorated with Happy Anniversary on it. Definitely would return.

  • 5/5 The Vape Doctor U. 2 years ago on Google
    Food was 10/10 and same goes for service! Pricey for what it was but worth going to! £250 for a filling spread of food for 2 people and a couple cocktails so expect to spend at least £100 pp

  • 5/5 NIGEL G M. 3 months ago on Google New
    Hakkasan Hanway Place continues to impress in the Michelin Guide 2023. The culinary experience is unparalleled, with the best food that truly delights the palate. The ambiance complements the exquisite flavors, making it a genuinely nice place to indulge in a memorable dining experience.

  • 5/5 Sukh S. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing food and service. My wife and I went here on our 10th wedding anniversary! The ambience is awesome. Great selection of drinks, and I would say the best Cantonese food I’ve tasted till now. It’s pricey, but that’s expected. Will definitely be going back!!

  • 5/5 Timo 1 year ago on Google
    The ‘Bloom’ tasting menu was great! Incredible food, and the duck salad was a surprise favourite! The Honey Salmon was also amazing and the restaurant staff were very kind and super professional. Also, be sure to try the ‘Fire & Grace’ and ‘The Hakka’ cocktails, definitely some of my all-time favourites now.

  • 3/5 Michael S. 5 months ago on Google
    Can bearly see or hear someone who is 1m away due to the lighting, then the music combined with the number of people crammed in. The dim sum was some of the worst I've ever had, too much food colouring and zero flavour, the only thing I could taste was the soy sauce when I dipped it in. The mains and dessert was nice.

  • 5/5 Mary S. (. 9 months ago on Google
    A culinary experience to have, at least once, unless budget is no matter to you. Beautiful intimate venue, very dark ambiance creates a separation between tables making you feel like you're alone in there although it gets busy. Atmosphere prone to conversation without deafening music. Now the food, if you're going to Hakkasan, might as well go big or go home, try one of the selection of tasting menus varying from £78 to £208 per person. We went for the Pearl menu. The food arrived quickly with barely any time between dishes. Presentation was spectacular and the food was innovative and delicious. Star of the show for me was the roasted silver cod with a sumptuous sauce that reminded me of beurre blanc, fish cooked to perfection with a sauce that took the dish to a superior level of fusion. An expensive but unforgettable experience. Once in a lifetime 🙌🏻 One minor hiccup, which I hope will be rectified, is that we were charged for an additional bottle of wine which we never ordered nor drank.

  • 4/5 Nathon G. 1 year ago on Google
    This is definitely one of the most aesthetic restaurants in london and fantastic place to take someone on a date! The food is well presented and good portions to share. The cocktails were also very very nice with a wide range to choose from. The only negative point I have is the staff lacked a lot of motivation, and for the first time I considered removing the service charge. They wasn’t rude at any point but I just felt as if they was very scripted and unenthusiastic, but this is usually due to management unfortunately!

  • 5/5 Kishi M. 4 months ago on Google
    Super fancy but the money is worth it. Usually for expensive restaurants you get small portions but here I was stuffed. You can tell its very high quality and the food is phenomenonal i am extremely pleased. I recommend the supreme dim sum.

  • 5/5 Tyrone S. 5 months ago on Google
    Haven't been for a while. The original London venue in Hanway Place. My favourite restaurant in London by far. The staff are lovely and very attentive. They are on hand as and when you need them, but let you enjoy the experience without being in the way. The food is out of this world, perfectly balanced flavours, textures and sauces. The atmosphere is lively but you can still have a perfect conversation at your table without hearing anyone sat close by. My most highly recommended restaurant in London. Our dinner and experience for 3 was exceptional! Thank you Hakkasan

  • 5/5 Mia T. 4 months ago on Google
    My partner and me went Hakkasan yesterday to celebrate birthday. The food was amazing, especially dimsums. For the main dishes we are highly recommended the spicy prawns which are creamy and so fresh. The service was great, professional and welcoming, the atmosphere is cosy ( perfect for occasional event).

  • 5/5 Thomas L. 1 year ago on Google
    We visited Hakkasan Hanway Place for our anniversary dinner. Food was excellent. We had the Shou tasting menu. The duck and pomelo salad was delicious and a great way to reuse roast duck. There was quite a lot of it though so perhaps slightly smaller portions of this would have been better. Dim sum was great. Mains very tasty and impressive. I could not find fault with the cooking (I very rarely get to say this). Service was generally good. Our main waitress seemed to have good knowledge of the wine menu. At one point a lot of tables were seated at the same time and service became a bit slower - I think the reason for this is that most tables get the duck salad and the staff have been instructed to serve it manually, but it can take a long time to do that well. This step could be left to diners to do this since everything is already prepared when the dish comes out of the kitchen. (Ah, but maybe people would complain about having to serve their own salad at a Michelin starred restaurant…) The decor in the restaurant is very dark with spotlights over the tables and a sort of club-like vibe but without the loud music. It might not be to everyone’s taste, or if you want a more cosy, romantic atmosphere. We left after dessert instead of staying for coffee/tea as one of the tables that was seated nearby had a young adult who was watching TikTok videos on their tablet. Normally the behaviour of other guests isn’t our concern, but because it’s so dark in the dining area, this particular diner was highly distracting visually and we didn’t feel it was appropriate for them to behave that way in the restaurant. (Why would you go to a Michelin starred restaurant to have the equivalent of a TV dinner?) We felt the staff could have addressed this.

  • 5/5 IKS 1 year ago on Google
    The food was out of this world. Truly spectacular. And the restaurant itself is beautiful with great atmosphere. The service is friendly but could definitely be more polished in a place like that. We asked our waitress to bring wine with the main course and she only brought it halfway through our meal. Also she didn't check on us proactively, we had to chase and finally stopped coming all together, someone else stepped in. That definitely could have been done more smoothly.

  • 4/5 Amal T. 1 year ago on Google
    Every dish that was placed before us was full of flavour and delightful! I can’t fault the dishes at all, signature duck was definitely one to come back for. Service was great as expected, only thing that is feedback is the dimmed lights. The lighting took away from the experience slightly as we couldn’t see our dishes without a flash.

  • 4/5 Alistair M. 1 year ago on Google
    Hakkasan is excellent. I hold them to a high standard. Food was wonderful. Peking duck was disappointing and bland though. All other dishes were very special. Cocktails were well presented. £23 glass of champagne was flat. You can’t charge these prices and get away with serving flat champagne. They did exchange it, but we should not have to point out that it was dead when paying over £400 for a meal for two.

  • 3/5 Ann R. 1 year ago on Google
    Hakkasan has been on my wish list for a long time and I finally got the opportunity to pay a visit to the Hanway Place branch. Honestly the experience was not quite what I had hoped for and was a mixed bag. The food portion sizes were very generous for a Michelin-starred restaurant and the meat dishes were exquisite! But the ambience was not amazing (music was too loud, the restaurant felt really crowded and felt like you were eating in a canteen and the service took ages, probably because the restaurant was packed to the rafters!) Overall, I think it's fine for a one time visit but I wouldn't come here again for a special occasion.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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