Sichuan Popo in Kensington and Chelsea

Very flavorful and fresh. Excellent value. Friendly and quick service.

Had a delicious meal here for an impromptu lunch with family. Received a warm welcome and were promptly seated and provided with a high chair. Friendly and helpful service and the food was very tasty especially the beef biang biang noodles. Would highly recommend

it’s a great option for spicy chinese in london. definitely repeat! the mini hot pot delivered, soup base was great, honest value. the spiced beef w/tendon cold dish was great, could use more spice infusion. authentic dinner and happy. decent liquor and beer selection for a small chinese restaurant. helpful informed servers with the appropriate hurried chinese restaurant attitude (brisk and brusque in that positive way 😉). had a great time listening in on a tiger mom at the table next door. totally in the vibe of the place. totally satisfied experience.

Had a delicious lunch here. Reminded me of a trip to Sichuan. Home made biang biang noodles with braised beef were stunning as were the dim sum.

A quick walk from the Residence Inn in Kensington, we came across this hole in the wall for Sichuan cuisine. It’s traditional Chinese food, which ended up being really good and reminded us of our favorite eats back home in the States. We had the mapo tofu with ground pork and fresh noodles with bok choy. They were both large portions, and we asked for extra spice to feel the heat in the cold London night. While I wish we had a stronger spice kick, the food was delicious either way. Restaurant was clean and sleek, and tables were spaced out from each other. Our wait staff were good at checking in with us, and the food came out hot and well-cooked. My only gripe is that I wish I had tried more vegetable dishes because I was unsure of the price and portion sizes.

Incredible spicy fish soup and some of the best sichuan food I’ve ever had.

Superb authentic Sichuan cuisine. Very reasonably priced when you factor in the size of the portions, with most main items on the menu intended for sharing.

Amazing food! We are so happy we found this place. Traditional, high quality foods with amazing flavour. Thank you Owen for great service as well. Must visit in the area :)

Super good! Very tasty food. The Biang Biang noodles are very tasty. Super friendly and fast service.

It's OK, but for me I find the place too busy. I prefer a quieter Restaurant, I found the food a bit on the spicy side.

Great food, atmosphere and service. Will certainly go back.

Amazing food, the spicy I was looking for! Traveled all the world, flavor here is amazing

Menu items are hit and miss Don't try the ribs from the appetisers, unless stale freezer burnt and overcooked meat is something that you fancy Service was good and the wait without a booking is reasonable

Cute little find. Sichuan Popo delivered on all fronts. The biang-biang hand pulled noodles had an amazing bite, and the braised beef was melting in your mouth soft. But it was the delicate okra that stole the show of our meal - perfectly cooked, a hint of crunch, with a light touch of soy. Wantons with chilli oil were also a delight and flavourful. Prompt service and excellent value rounds off this place nicely. Will definitely come back to try other dishes.

Good prices, tasty food, a lot of variation and an entire vegan menu which I appreciated a lot. Super friendly, helpful and kind staff. Definitely would visit again!

I've been wanting to visit this restaurant for a while and it didn't disappoint. The dishes that we ordered were delicious and if anyone is worried about the spicing then ask the staff. They can recommend and/or adjust accordingly. Definitely will visit again.

The taste is medium but not unpleasant. Sichuan people are cautious. It is not the Sichuan taste you imagine. But the charge is too expensive and the price-performance ratio is not high.

We had a fantastic dinner, food was very tasty.

I ordered 2 x chicken noodles and there was about 3 strands of chicken in my noodles!!! Should have been sold as noodles not chicken noodles and it was expensive for 2 portions of (non existent chicken) noodles and portion of ribs £39.00! Expected a real treat but was disappointed.

Had the Biang Biang noodles, fungi salad, smashed cucumber, everything was so delicious and fresh, can't wait to come back.

The scallop and the prawn dim sum were amazing. Lovely clean place and good service

so good... highly recommend biang biang noodles.. unbelievable dish .. great value for money also

The upmarket Kensington bustle strains my ears as Chelsea fans descend up on Stamford Bridge. I’m pleasantly surprised to catch the glorious aroma of Sichuan PoPo, a mix of salty sweet spice, which guides me to the door as if caught by a skilled Chinese fisherman who has saved me from a raging storm in Dong Hai. Good catch sir. I’m immediately greeted by a dapper steward who, although cordial, is focused and efficient. I’m only seated for a brief phase before I catch his eye. I nod, he nods back, as if congratulating me for achieving a great feat. I order the DanDan, which turns out to be a great feat indeed. The chefs immediately begin to dance through the kitchen darting through the plumes of steaming broth. My noodles arrive within minutes. So overwhelmed with amazement I bury my nose and mouth into the dish sending sauce and noodles across the room and onto other patrons tables, everybody eats. I splash my iced green tea all over my face and chest before leaving in disgrace. The food unmatched, the service exemplary and the ambiance incroyable. EM

Came here with a friend. Some of the best Chinese food I've ever had. The green beans were maybe the highlight. The flat BiangBiang noodles were incredible. Wontons in chili oil were out of this world.

Absolutely fantastic Szechwan cuisine! The perfect balance of spice and rich, complex flavors. Every dish was a delight, bursting with taste. The warm and inviting atmosphere made the experience even better. Highly recommend!

One of the best noodles in London.

Lovely cocktail and wine happy hour 3-7 felt like I was on holiday ! Recommend :)

The best and most authentic Chinese food I tried during my 2 year stay in London.

I have to say, this is a great spot for Sichuan food. I was born in Chengdu, so I can confidently say that the food here meets expectations for Sichuan cuisine to a certain extent. What impressed me the most is the service. It made me feel cozy and welcomed, just like the people from my hometown. I come here almost every week whenever I’m craving some spicy Sichuan dishes. They provide authentic vinegar and white pepper. This place also reminds me about some memories. Give it a try!

When my local Pizza Express shot down and was replaced by a Chinese restaurant, I was devastated. However, when I sampled their cuisine, I was genuinely impressed. Their Sichuan 'street food' cuisine, surpasses the tired 'British Chinese' by a long shot. Noodles are freshly made daily, you might have to experiment a bit as the menu is unlike any Chinese I've been to in London. Staff are kowlegable, so don't be afraid to ask. If you are in the area for 5 Guys up in Kensington High Street, and in a a take away hurry, I strongly recommend their Sichuan burger. I tried the Pork and the Spicy beef, Next Level taste bud explosion. 👌 Fills up quickly for Dinner so book in advance. They do have a happy hour between 1 and 5 pm, for the budget conscious.

This is our second time coming here and it is quickly becoming a favourite. Last time we ordered mapo tofu, chicken in chilli oil and the pak choi, delicious. This time we went for boiled fish slices in Chilli oil with tofu and dried peas and the pak choi again. So delicious, such tender fish, so flavourful, nice heat from the chilli, delicious. Quite salty, but we like that! The vegetables are also very nicely cooked, nice crunch. We ordered one rice between us which is just right. The service is so nice as well, they’re happy to answer questions, very friendly and efficient. The fish dish was around £20 which we thought was expensive, however it serves two people, you get so much fish in there and the whole meal for the two of us worked out as approx. £35, very reasonable

Absolutely amazing food! Cannot recommend enough.

We enjoyed the biang biang noodles, they never disappoint (been to the Fulham branch before). Sichuan fish was also really nice. The la zi ji (chilli chicken) was an absolute let down though, very tiny pieces of chicken and felt like there were more batter than chicken.

It tastes terrible, smells like seasoning packets, and is super salty. How did it get so many good reviews?

This restaurant is amazing. The service was so nice food was the best of the best and the atmosphere was great but the temperature was a little hot but that is okay. I recommend this restaurant

Average chinese restaurant, not spicy enough, I missed the "mala" moment that we can have with sichuan cuisine.

I was very impressed with the food here, it was fresh, tasty and excellent value for money. The dumplings and cucumber salad were phenomenal. I couldn’t fault any of the dishes we tried, I wish we could have tried them all. The restaurant itself was very clean and the staff were excellent. The only disappointment is we don’t have any restaurants like this up north.

Delicious Chinese restaurant. Pretty clean, authentic and flavourful dishes. The most simple were also the most delicious. One example is the cucumber salad with spicy sauce. The prawn dumplings were also fresh and delicious. The chicken with peanuts was fantastic, sweet and spicy. The bun with egg custard are a perfect option to finish the meal with something sweet. All the other dishes we saw passing by were not just generously portioned but the presentation also looked great! Highly recommend if you’re in Kensington but want to avoid the crowd of the high street. This restaurant is just few minutes walk from High Street Kensington. A stroll away from Holland Park.

Last minute decision which turned out great. Highly recommend

Wow! This has been our best find in years, we have been a couple of times and recommended a group, that loved it just as much as we did. The food is sensational, the staff are friendly and the atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable, don't miss the chicken spring rolls, the chicken dumplings and the beef and egg noodles, we cannot speak highly enough of this place. Well done to all involved!

Bomb, handmade dumplings and flat noodles dishes. Had flat noodles with lamb and it was delicious, semi-spicy and filling.

Extremely tasty, great meal deal from 1-5pm. The beef in the biangbiang noodle was sooo good

Great food and very nice service

Best dumplings I’ve had in a while . Generous size portions. Took some home as there was plenty. Can easily share the hot pot between two . Had to wait 20 minutes for a table walking in on a Saturday but worth the wait .

Attentive service and delicious food. Highly recommend the popo noodles - so full of flavour

Super yummy food and very nice staff, anytime again 👍 yummy in my tummy 😋

Sichuan PoPo never disappoints. The Dan Dan noodles are hands down the best I’ve ever had, bursting with flavor and perfectly cooked. The service is always excellent, making every dining experience enjoyable. This is definitely one of my go-to spots in London. Highly recommend!

I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who likes chinese food and sichuan. The dishes were very rich of flavor, generous portions. Mao served us always with a bright smile and Kenco was very sweet. Thanks for such a good dinner experience!

Fantastic all round. Such polite staff and the food was utterly delicious. Definitely going back.

They're very attentive and courteous to their customers with generous amount of food per serving. Feels very nice to dine in a place where people are well appreciated, plus, the place looks very elegant! We'll be back for sure! 😍

Nice place, the food is good and spicy.

Ordered a ma po toufu last night through Deliveroo. It smelled weird. I gave up after having a few pieces. Had diarrhoea afterwards and sick stomach the whole day.

Very good food and good portions. I ate the menu of the day for £22 and it was very good!

Very good service, made it an easy and enjoyable experience. Food came quick and was tasty, they recommended some good dishes as wasn’t too sure what to get. Main dish wasn’t as tasteful as some other dishes, otherwise would be 5 star. Wontons and broccoli were delicious!

My favourite place in the area. Very authentic and reasonable price. The owners are very friendly and contribute actively towards community welfare! Thank you for supporting the flower bomb children's festival!

I went in to get a take away after a local resident recommend it. The food was good, around £10 for stir fry. Service was good and there were other people there having lunch and looked to be enjoying it. It looked like they had a large selection of wines and spirits.

Discovered this family run neighbourhood restaurant while staying in Earl’s Court during a recent visit to London. We enjoyed our Dan Dan noodles and veggies so much that we returned the next week and ordered the exact same meal. So flavourful. Clean, relaxing atmosphere. Friendly, helpful service.

Well done Chinese food. The Hot Pot was very enjoyable.

If I could rate 0 star I would. very bad service arrogant waiters kept swearing one wearing glasses and other one bald. I would never recommend went there with my wife and kids they are traumatised from the experience don’t recommend at all customer service below 0

Why does the beef soup taste different today? What's going on?

I regularly order from this restaurant on deliveroo and it is always fantastic. Definitely recommend the biang biang beef noodles!

I'll dream about their food for years to come. A must go <3

Stumbled upon this place while walking around Kensington. Absolutely perfect for a weekend lunch/dinner. Everything we ordered (hot sour soup, dumplings, prawn noodles) was delicious. Will definitely come back.

Absolutely amazing! Very tasty, definitely one of the best places in London. Staff is very friendly. Very quiet and please atmosphere.

The staff were very attentive and caring, overall the service was excellent! Delicious food as well

It’s been a while since I’ve been here and the food and service are still as good as before! The tableware is better than before!

Delicious food, really informative staff and overall great experience. Definitely value for money

I can definitely recommend this place! The sechuan noodles with beef are some of the best I ever had. Very friendly staff. I‘ll come back when in London.

Delicious and flavourful cuisine, showcasing the essence of Sichuan flavours!

i really liked this place! the food (we mostly ate dumplings) they were really juicy and delicious! the other word about service - they were really sweet and made it feel like you were in a little family restaurant. overall I highly recommend this place

The best of the best all the time ♥️ i am so amazed by the food and the service. Everyone is so friendly and helpful and the food is amazing. I go there 4 times or more a month. Thats how good and delicious i find it 😍

Rude staff, horrible food, disrespectful amount of time waiting for the food!!!

Such an amazing restaurant! The food was so fresh and so good! I loved it It tasted really authentic. Can't wait to come back!

Generally speaking, the biangbiang noodle is not authentic and the portions are not big.

Had one of the best Chinese dinner here! Most of their dishes are spicy, but their flavours are also balanced. Love the varieties of the menu. The green beans are exceptional and I will def come back for that!

The detail of leaving water for the dogs at the door is great. I wanted to order more food and he told me that what I ordered was enough and indeed it was.

Food was amazing, highly recommend the dim sum

This place is incredible everything was 10/10

Living in China I may say this is supperb casual dining, little spicy, we had 6 dishes and all were good, took dim sums, also high quality materials and real China taste, nothing fahe hete, all good

The cuisine was delicious, the staff exceeded our expectations , and the standout dishes were black mushrooms, chicken noodles, and prawns with bamboo shoots and peanuts. The experience was so delightful that I neglected to capture any photos.

Decent Chinese food and friendly staff. However, spicy chicken was too sweet and green beans were too salty.

I go here every time I come to London the food is amazing and I highly recommend their egg custard buns. It is just the perfect spot down the street right across from Holland Park.

A little salty but otherwise very tasty.

Delicious Sichuan food at reasonable price. Hot and spicy. Delivers on every level. Thoroughly recommended.

Authentic and great food. Come to this place if you want real Chinese food with flavor and spice!

The food were all good and the waiter was nice and kind. If you like spicy Chinese food, this is definitely the place to go. There are some dishes aren’t spicy.

Cool little place always have a night here when we're up

Came here on the off chance as we were walking by. Had a Dim Sum lunch that was excellent. Definitely will return - highly recommended

It satisfied all my expectations. I have been passing by the restaurant for several years now. Iw always seemed to be full, which is sign of good food. So I paid them a visit with my friends. The food here is excellent. We tried prawn, chicken and beef dishes and stampeled some dimings at the start. All were greatly done. My fiends and I concluded that this goes beyond an average Chinese restaurant. We'll be back.

The worst food I have ever had in my life it smelled and tasted like dog food I’m never going back in my life. Absolutely never go I would give it 0 stars but that’s not an option. And it was expensive DO NOT GO!!!!!!!!!!!

Chinese food, feels a bit more authentic than the usual. Food came quickly and was tasty with a great mixture of expected and novel flavours.

Went for the biang biang noodle. Flavour was very good but like most reviews mentioned, it wasn't spicy enough. We asked for a side of Sichuan chilli oil which instantly gave the dish a lift, but still needed a bigger kick of Sichuan peppercorn and garlic. We also ordered noodles with pork intestine, which is rare in London. And the poached chicken in chilli oil, which was tender and juicy. Both dishes were also enhanced by adding more chilli oil on top. Overall a good choice for that part of the city if you are looking for Sichuan noodles in bright modern surroundings

Great Chinese food!! 4 entrees, 3 appetizers, fried rice, and a bottle of red wine... £135 (with gratuity).

Very authentic Chinese food. The restaurant is spacious and the staff are super nice. Recommend DanDan noodles.

We went there for Halloween. It's a decent place, some starters were alright, the mains could be better, especially the soup that was meant to be a bit spicy but they must have dropped a whole jar in there. The stir fried rice with chicken & egg was good. We also had a dish full of fried chillies. Very flavourful despite being very spice, I must admit, but that should not be sold as a main course, really.

Stopped by for a late afternoon snack. It’s okay. Noods need way more flavor. Chef needs to double the chili oil, soy sauce, and black vinegar. Dim sum was pretty good. Not a bad lunch spot, but there’s more flavor to be found elsewhere. The lady next to me got the dry stir-fried beef ho fun. That looked pretty legit. Makes me think this place is run by Southern Chinese masquerading as Sichuanese. Would explain the mild flavors and dim sum offerings! Service was fast and friendly.

I came there with my elderly Aunt and the staff were so genuinely sweet to her! Particularly Mao and Ailee always smiled when they came to serve and kept her water glass full. The food is as always consistently delicious! Will always come back!

all dishes are very tasty. Very good quality for money. Very few tourists which is a very promising sign ! Not the first time we had dinner and for sure not the last time

The food was good but it’s the worst service yet u can ever have. Not friendly at all.

This is the better branch of this chain. Great tasting Sichuan food. The mini hotpot is so good, but then so are the dan dan noodles, the Chongqing noodles, and spicy beef noodles, and some of their cold starters. The menu is huge. The dumplings are the only things that are just average. There are so many restaurants to try in London but this is one we keep coming back to.