The 30 Best Oriental cuisine takeaway in London

“I’ve been to many restaurants, those which include restaurants that have multiple Michelin stars. I am super critical with reviews, but I never thought it would come to the day I would say this.. but this food “is food that brings you back home… back home to your mother”. That’s so rare in this day and age and think how much of an expert someone has to be to create that with Thai food for someone coming from Sri Lankan origin. Every ingredient is fresh, the blend of spices, the quality of meat and the food expertly made brings a dish which is truly homemade and delicious. I have never experienced anything that tastes truly homemade from a restaurant outside the home. I feel great after eating this too compared to other takeaways as it’s so natural. This is hands down the best restaurant in St Albans. Kat and her partner are such a superb couple running this restaurant, they are incredibly kind and accommodated to a special birthday request. They both came out and greeted us, which was super kind of them and proved many things but the biggest.. this is homemade food, food made from the heart. You want to try true Thai food.. don’t bother with the £800 flight, come here - to this very place a drive away in a lovely home situated in St Albans and you will experience it first hand. Well done and thank you - see you again soon.”

“I was really looking forward to visiting Lai Loi after driving past a couple of weeks back and I wasn't disappointed. The staff are super friendly and helpful and gave me loads of great advice on what is best to buy. Resulting in an attempt at home made ramen! Picked up a food menu and can't wait to go back and try their take away!”

“Absolute gem! Popped in with two of my friends and everything was perfect. If you like sweet-flavoured dishes, go for the Cola Pork Ribs with Rice Cakes, the Plum Powder Potato Tower, and the Black Pepper Honey Beef. If you’re into bold Sichuan flavours, the Guan Gong Spicy Beef and the Salt and Pepper Lotus are both amazing. Mango and Taro Flavoured Rice Cakes are a must-try after-meal delight — they go perfectly with the condensed milk dipping. Portions are generous, prices are fair for London, and the staff were super friendly. Will definitely be back!”

“This is the real deal. Love me a Chinese and this place has huge portions at the right price. Taste is perfect. If you’re looking for takeaway look no further.”

“**Excellent Service and Delicious Food!** I’ve been a regular customer at this Chinese takeaway shop for a while now, and one of the main reasons is the outstanding service provided by the little boy behind the counter ,Every time I visit, they greet me with a warm smile and a friendly attitude. They are always professional, patient, and helpful, especially when it comes to recommending dishes or adjusting orders to my preferences. What really stands out is their attention to detail. They ensure that my order is always accurate, and the food is packaged neatly and securely, keeping it hot and fresh. Even during busy times, they handle the rush with efficiency and grace, never letting the quality of their service slip. Their dedication and positive attitude truly make the experience more enjoyable. I can always count on them for a great meal and exceptional customer service. Highly recommended!”

“lovely family business good fresh produce and variety on asian seasonings”

“This restaurant is a true gem for anyone who loves authentic Mongolian cuisine! The food is absolutely delicious and made me feel like I was back home. Every dish is full of flavor and prepared with so much care. The sushi is also fantastic,fresh and beautifully presented. I highly recommend this place to everyone, especially if you’ve never tried Mongolian food before. It’s a wonderful experience you shouldn’t miss!”

“Fantastic, healthy, authentic Japanese food freshly made minutes before you eat it. The portions are very generous and the pricing is reasonable. Make sure to ask for Miso with your order!”

“Our best local takeaway. Food consistently delicious, with great size portions and staff so friendly and welcoming. Always remember their loyal regular customers too!”

“We visited few times and each time we always have the best food and service. The starters are yummy and really nice flavours. We tried pho for the first time and it’s quite light and not greasy at all but wish there could be more of that marrow taste. All in all it’s great experience and not too pricey too! Be back soon!! :-)”

“We came here on Valentine's Day's evening. It was our first time and did so after reading the good reviews. The lady at the front was superb, she patiently helped us with the menu and answered all of our questions even though she was busy receiving phone calls and customers coming in. The overall experience was excellent and definitely this is our Chinese restaurant to go from now on. We will repeat very soon for my daughter's birthday. Unfortunately, there were two dishes that we didn't like but this is a subjective opinion, we can't complain about the cooking, it is a personal taste. Black bean sauce has both a strong smell and taste that we didn't like but we liked beef and vegetables' textures. Also, the chicken with mushrooms brought us back images of hospital meals with plain boil chicken; the mushrooms, however, were great. We will try other dishes next time. Nonetheless, let me say how good were both the big (filled with small pieces of meat and other ingredients that I don't know but crunchy and delicious) and mini spring rolls (more pastry than filling with a tiny spicy trace), sweet and sour chicken (battered), chicken in sweet lemon sauce, special fried rice and special fried soft noodles (we would rather prefer them with more dressing but were not dried. Some more soya sauce could do the trick). Very quick cooking times, this must be due to a great mise en place. Well done chef! There are fortune cookies available for 20p each which come individually sealed and wrapped. Good prices, very good value for money. £10 minimum for card payments. There is a cash machine nearby that charges £1.90 for withdrawals. Parking is free on the road except from 11am to midday. They don't deliver to Edmonton Green but we are a quick short car ride away. In addition, the local had a cozy, clean, tidy and warm ambient that we liked while waiting for the order to be cooked. This is not like a chicken & chips shop full of grease and disturbing young people around. It might be because it was during the half term, can't really tell. Just in case, I earn no commission with my review and I am very critical. I am leaving my honest first experience. Updates will follow if needed.”

“ordered sichuan style chicken and chicken shredded noodles and kung pao chicken and singapore noodles. it was very yummy i will definitely come again! very cheap also !! u all should try. service was so nice the man was very sweet”

“First time ordering from 08 Express and I'm very impressed! Delivery was on time and the food is delicious. Very reasonably priced. Absolutely recommend and I will be ordering again without hesitation”

“Great takeaway. We had a bento box each. Defo have again!”

“Delicious food and lovely service, definitely visiting again!”

“The food tasted nicely They cook it around 15 minutes so you don’t have to wait that much”

“I had a wonderful dining experience at Dragon Restaurant in London. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, with elegant decor and a relaxing ambiance. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. The food was absolutely delicious — every dish was full of authentic Chinese flavors. It’s not easy to find a place in London that serves such high-quality Chinese cuisine with such great service. I highly recommend Dragon Restaurant to anyone looking for a memorable and satisfying Chinese meal in the city.”

“The staff obviously care. The food is excellent.”

“I've been coming here for 20+ years. Don't live locally, but anytime I'm in the area, I have to pass by. Fantastic Chinese takeaway. Very reasonable prices and delicious food. Hope to be coming back here for 20 more.”

“Just had my food delivered. Food was excellent service was great. The delivery driver was excellent. Thanks for a great meal. Will definitely be my favourite and will recommend to my freinds.”

“This is not my local Chinese takeaway but is my go to one. The food is always fresh and very tasty. Great service from friendly staff! No free prawn crackers anymore but there is a cost of living crisis going on.”

“The dishes on the new menu are amazing. Choose from a variety of proteins and you can have any sauce you like with it. (The menu must have listed at least 8 sauces). "NoChicken" is also available, in addition to the usual meats and tofu. (The new menu is not on the website. However, the vast majority of the dishes on the old menu are on the new menu.) My chicken lettuce wraps were delicious - perfectly seasoned and stayed hot for quite some time. Would recommend.”

“Take out only. We ordered over the phone but the man in phone spoke way to fast to understand what he was saying. Food is really good tho.”

“Great Chinese tonight. It seems like a new chef, massively tasty. We are a regular and this is the best for ages.”

“Lovely dim sum and main me u. Hidden gem in the suburbs of zone 4. Also competing against cheaper options at nearby bang bang oriental but worth the visit. They really care about feedback and explained to us why some things werent available, as they operate zero waste. Will be back.”

“I've loved you guys fir time, worked right next to you for years (passing clouds) I've not even got my food delivered yet but am excited already. Shame about uber charging me an extra 15 POUNDS on top of the order. It's a bit of a rip off. We need a new company to take over these cronnies! Sending love to you All at oriental ( Debbie)”

“We chose the buffet option for two people The food came out in good time and every dish we ate was very nice and hot and fresh The Thai chilli lamb and the home made dumplings were our favourites but we enjoyed all the dishes. We found this restaurant on Google while we was in the area, and I would go back again.”

“Tasty Chinese, and good quality/mix of ingredients in the dishes. Lovely staff as well as complimentary prawn crackers with out order. Will definitely be back!”

“We had lunch at the Sutton Aya restaurant today, and it was a lovely experience. The food was delicious, fresh, and nicely presented. Especially MEGA MIX GRILL & AYA MIXED GRILL . The food was flavorful, beautifully prepared, and clearly made with care. The chef deserves special appreciation — every dish showed great attention to detail and a real passion for cooking. The food was served by Husneil .He was friendly and attentive, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The place was clean and comfortable, perfect for a relaxing meal. Overall, it was a really nice lunch — we enjoyed it and would definitely visit again! Many thanks to Husneil and his team.”

“My family and I really enjoyed our dinner from Oriental Chef. We tried different things and it was all perfect! Very tasty food! The chilli oil is absolutely the best I've had. It is very spicy so for anyone who enjoys spice, definitely try their chilli oil. Service was really good too! I called up to place my order and the woman on the phone was very polite and helpful. Delivery came in 30 minutes. I highly recommend this place.”