Taipan in Milton Keynes

Taipan stands out as, by far, the best Chinese restaurant in Milton Keynes – and arguably well beyond. Offering truly authentic cuisine, it’s a firm favourite among locals and visitors alike, and the quality speaks for itself. The menu is wide-ranging and traditional, with expertly prepared dishes that reflect genuine Chinese culinary heritage. One of the most telling signs of its authenticity is the loyal following it has within the local Chinese community – the restaurant is always buzzing, and it’s clear why. Taipan is also the only Chinese restaurant in Milton Keynes that specialises in dim sum, and it’s an absolute must-try: freshly made, beautifully presented, and packed with flavour. The kitchen is highly obliging and happy to accommodate special requests, which adds a personal touch to the experience. Management and ownership have been in place for decades, ensuring remarkable consistency, and the service is always efficient, friendly, and professional. Welcoming, reliable, and utterly delicious – Taipan is a real gem and a standout destination for anyone serious about great Chinese food.

Was my first time trying Dim Sum and it was absolutely perfect. food was tasty, lots of options. Staff was really nice and accommodating. I recommend :)

First time here and it didn’t disappoint! Really good portions and friendly staff. The food was delicious. We will definitely be back!

Every time I visit this shop, although the service is good, there are always some dim sum that cannot be maintained to the normal level. I ordered my favorite taro wedges today, and the color is wrong. It is not made with taro paste, but potato paste instead. When served, it is frozen and not crispy, which is extremely disappointing😞

Honestly, I wasn’t impressed with the food. Most of the dishes were overpriced and had a burnt, charred taste that made them quite bland overall. We ordered a lot, but the only dish I truly enjoyed and felt was worth the money was the dumplings. They were piping hot, fresh, and delicious. Unfortunately, everything else was lukewarm and underwhelming. That said, the service was excellent. The staff were lovely and attentive, which I really appreciated. It’s just a shame the quality of the food did not match the level of service. Personally, I would not come back.

Friendly, attentive service and wonderful food.

Amazing food - so tasty ! My kids absolutely loved it . It was Mother’s Day so was busy but the staff were super friendly, speedy, and attentive . Definitely recommend 100%

Very tasty food, good portion and fast delivery.

Visited here while in MK for a night on busines and staying at the premier inn which is less than a five minuete walk away . Staff here are very helpful and freindly and the place is very clean . The food is lovely and fresh , very tasty and good sized portions . I was in on a tuesday night and was surprised just how busy it was but being a large venue over 2 floors we disnt wait for a table . Will definatly revisit when next in the area

The food was so delicious and the flavours were perfectly hitting all my cravings. Customer service was incredible and everyone was so nice and friendly

Best Chinese restaurant I have been too. I am a regular there

Having eaten dim sum all over the country I was disappointed a little on the overall taste of many of the choices. The cost was quite expensive as well.

Had lunch there yesterday. The restaurant was very busy which is unusual for a restaurant on Mondays. Excellent service, customers chatted with waiters which means they are regulars. We had a delicious soup, a variety of dim sum which are succulent and tasty. The fried rice noodles, made on site, was silky in texture. We also had rice bowl, desserts ... all very enjoyable. Will definitely visit again!

Great service, even giving detailed info on menu items before ordering. Friendly staff and well furnished place. Would recommend.

I just love this place. The food is absolutely delicious and so authentic. Highly recommend it!

Really authentic experience. The service is always top notch. This is our go-to for roast duck, wouldn’t get it anywhere else in MK.

Came here for a pre dinner meal before a show at the theater. I can not fault them. Quick to take our orders for drinks and food. Food came out quickly, hot and fresh, was probably the best Chinese food we have had. Waiters were very friendly. Good value for money too.

Nice Chinese and Hong Kong style food

Went here tonight for a much needed girls night..... obviously the company was fabulous....but our waiter Ian made the night ...so friendly so attentive so funny and could not do more to accommodate us and make our night that extra bit special. Food was delicious, lots to chose from, portions generous, and overall the service was absolutely the best! Will definitely be visiting again....really enjoyed our dinner....in my 10 years in this country this is the first time I've had a waiter that made me feel like I was back in america....really truly loved his banter and jokes....

We came to Taipan on Valentine's Day after a show at the theatre. The food was tasty, although we did send back one of the chicken mains because it was completely raw. This was dealt with promptly and sincere apologies were offered. Unfortunately though, I have been made really unwell by eating at this restaurant. As soon as we got into the car on the way home I began feeling sick and now 2 days later I'm still unable to eat anything but dry crackers. I had a prawn dish that I can't even bear to think about anymore. Obviously I'm really unhappy about this and want to warn others so they can avoid the very unpleasant experience that I've had. Food hygiene needs to be taken more seriously.

We had wonderful experience in Taipan. The staff were incredibly friendly and patient. The food itself was outstanding – fresh, flavorful, and expertly prepared. Everything we ordered was delicious. Furthermore, the restaurant was impeccably clean and well-maintained. Highly recommend!

Items Ordered: Orange Juice - £3.00 ★☆☆☆☆ Terrible. It tasted like canned juice and was very disappointing. Veg Rolls - £6.00 ★★★★★ Perfectly crispy on the outside and flavorful on the inside. Highly recommended! Veg Dumpling - £6.00 ★★★★☆ Soft and fresh, with a well-balanced filling. A solid choice. Sizzling Satay Beef - £15.50 ★★★★★ Outstanding! The beef was tender, and the satay sauce was rich. Chicken Soft Noodles - £11.80 ★★★★★ Overall Restaurant Experience: Seating and Atmosphere: The ambiance was pleasant and authentic, providing a comfortable dining experience. Service: The staff were attentive, and the dishes were served promptly. Food Quality: ★★★★☆ Most dishes were excellent, with the Veg Rolls, Satay Beef, and Chicken Soft Noodles being the highlights. Price: On the expensive side, especially for the portion sizes. Final Rating: Food Quality: ★★★★☆ Service: ★★★★☆ Atmosphere: ★★★★☆ Price: ★★★☆☆ Overall: ★★★★☆ Would You Return? Not necessarily. While some dishes were good, the overall experience wasn’t exceptional.

Can't go wrong to dine at Taipan if you want to taste genuine Hong Kong food. Been there 20 times + , food are authentic and can't fault it. Service is always friendly and excellent. Best Chinese restaurant in MK!

Went just yesterday was busy for a weekend but on top of it also being Lunar New Year Weekend… Staff were very attentive and didn’t have to wait too long for a table just took a bit of time to take our orders even so would for sure come back! Lovely customer service and amazing food!!

Terrible service. Poorly managed. Avoid.

It's not cheap but the food is great.

I visited this restaurant on a busy weekend; it was a vibrant scene! Although we had a brief wait, we were seated quickly, and the staff genuinely impressed me with their efficiency and friendliness. For the best experience, I recommend bringing a friend who knows Dim Sums, especially if you're new. The food was absolutely delectable and definitely worth every bite. I can't wait to go back and enjoy more of their amazing dishes!

One of the best chinese meals I've had. The staff were amazing, the food was delicious and the restaurant filled fairly quickly after opening. A sure sign of how good it is.

While it's good that they have a gluten free menu, the food I ordered from it turned out to not be gluten free so defeats the point.

The atmosphere and staffs I gave 5 stars but only 1 star for the dim sum. I been to many Dim Sum restaurants in Herts & London, and this is the worst Dim Sum I ever had. May be the menu is not traditional Canton style or Hong Kong Style. And can see your Dim sum is in "cut cost" style, thus not worth the money that you paid for.

The atmosphere, services and staffs I gave 5 stars but only 1 star for the dim sum. I been to many Dim Sum restaurants in Herts & London, and this is the worst Dim Sum I ever had. May be the menu is not traditional Canton style or Hong Kong Style. And can see your Dim sum is in "cut cost" style, even frozen dim sum from the supermarket have better ingredients. Thus not worth the money that you have paid for.

We ordered wonton soup which was good but the other dishes had no taste. We ordered Duck 1/2 , pork belly, spare ribs, chicken sweet n sour, beef steak, egg fried rice ( less than 1/2 egg in two portion of egg fried rice), chilly chips. (Cold plain chips), dim sum plater was okay. Overall most of the food taste were gone off. Very disappointed.

The restaurant is not fancy or aesthetic but that does not matter when the food is so great. The service was good, the waiter and staff were friendly and after placing our order the food started turning up in 5minutes. It was so quick, very fresh and hot. The flavours were amazing and portions were generous. The waiter overheard it was for a birthday and brought out a free birthday dessert and sung happy birthday which was so lovely! A few of our favourite dishes were the king prawns with garlic and hot chilli (battered) not too spicy but lots of flavour. Beef with black pepper and honey sauce was so good, crispy roast pork belly, shredded crispy sweet chilli beef and Singapore noodles with prawns.

Great food and service was fab, will definitely go again

Been here a few times now, always good food and great friendly service. Recromend and will be back again.

good dim sum and service. Always keeps their standard.

We visit this restaurant every week and they do not disappoint. Their dim sum is all handmade and extremely flavourful. They also have dinner service which they cook a great variety of oriental dishes from all around China

Went with my two young sons aged 7 and 8 and didn't have a table booked. They found a nice space for us despite being very busy and made us feel right at home, waiters and staff making a nice fuss of the boys as we're being seated which made them feel special. Our waiter, Ian, noticed I was perusing the Dim Sum menu and when he came over he asked which ones I wanted. On telling him I'd never had Dim Sum ever before he told me I was in the right place, and boy was I! I asked that he recommend some popular dishes and maybe one or two rather more exotic ones and he assisted. Every dish was awesome. He even laughed at my "dad jokes" (I.e. he asked if I've ever tried Ho Fun and I said only before I got married). Excellent experience overall. The prawn and scallop Dim Sum were my personal fav but they brought out a cake which was really awesome. Bites of sweet, light, fluffy gooey goodness. Would highly recommend this establishment. If you're a Dim Sum novice like me, they'll help you though. Thank you Taipan team, particularly Ian 👊🏽

Was once here with my daughter, thought this time we would go out with my other half. We booked for 1 pm for Sunday lunch.It was in full swing on both floors and people queuing at the door. Only waited about 5 minutes for our table. As you can see, we ordered quite a lot but it was just too tasty. The staff were very polite and accommodating. Definitely will be back very soon.

Love, love, love. Lovely dim sum and great staff / service

A great restaurant with good service. The dim sum tastes really nice and is well made. Highly recommend trying it! The food is not bad, it tastes great Maybe the service is good on leisure days Will go again next time👍👍

Incredibly tasty food and good portion sizes. Good for people with gluten allergies or intolerances. Nice staff. Peaceful, quiet and relaxing atmosphere. What more could you want? I'll definitely be coming here again.

Amazing Friday night with my girlfriends. The food was so good, atmosphere very cozy and the service was really amazing! Special shoutout to Ian for his superb service, he’s definitely a gem of this restaurant. We will come back soon. Highly recommended.

Was once here with my daughter, thought this time we would go out with my other half. We booked for 1 pm for Sunday lunch.It was in full swing on both floors and people queuing at the door. Only waited about 5 minutes for our table. As you can see, we ordered quite a lot but it was just too tasty. The staff were very polite and accommodating. Definitely will be back very soon.

I enjoyed everything about the experience. It felt authentic and welcoming.

Dim sum quality cannot be maintained

Fantastic authentic food, for too much so had to take home Service excellent Thank you

Very tasty meal. Friendly staff. Wide choice and good fast service. The food and enthusiasm of the service more than compensate for the less attractive decoration.

Went for the vegetarian set menu which was terrific, varied, tasty and plentiful. Service was prompt, friendly and some funny jokes. Thoroughly recommend

Ordered our food, and it arrived in literally 2 minutes! The worst singapore noodles I have ever been served. Tastless and bland. Satay chicken tastless and bland ! Service was very good .

Superb food and perfect for a pre-theatre dinner.

Beef ho fun was very oily and greasy. Ribs in the roast platter weren't that great. Quite small portion size for the platter as well. All the other dim sum was fine. Didn't book but managed to grab a table during the weekend lunchtime. Quite warm inside, maybe due to it being very busy.

The best Chinese dim sum restaurant I've tried in the UK. Friendly staff, always warm and polite. Food qualify is superb with a fantastic choice of food, truly authentic Cantonese cuisine in all respects. Although its a long drive to get to Tai Pan, its definitely worth coming here, my go-to Chinese resto :)

We visited Taipan on impulse on a Friday evening. We’d never been before and we were pleasantly surprised by the warm welcome we received, the excellent, attentive service, and the high quality of the food. We loved it so much we returned the following evening! Thoroughly recommended!!

Always excellent. Great food and staff. Really enjoy eating here

We wanted to get there at 12 when it opened but were a bit early so we walked around the block. When we came back at 12.09 it was half full! Be warned. You can have a few " traditional ( British traditional)" dishes if you want but most of us there were eating Dim Sum. Lots of smaller dishes a bit like Spanish tapas. There were 6 of us in total and we ordered 20 dishes- some of them duplicates and that was plenty. Most dishes came in 3's or 4's. 3 pork baos, 4 prawn and pork siu mai etc..... We actually took a little home in a plastic container we'd brought so as not to waste any. Quality of the food is good. Service is brisk and good. Very polite. But fast. At one point during our meal the queue for seats went out of the door. I'm not going to comment too much on authenticity as Dim Sum comes from the SW of China and Hong Kong which I haven't been to yet but the variety is good. There are similarities to food I've had elsewhere in China though and many dishes that you won't see down your local takeaway. And this is one of the best Dim Sum places I've been to. There is a discretionary service charge of 10% but all in all I felt the meal was good value for money. And clean toilets on top too! Wow. Good restaurant.

This place is so busy! Lots of chinese so super authentic atmosphere! Expect to wait for a table with queues going out the door! I felt the food was a little underseasoned compared with Royal China but the service is excellent, 10x better than you get say in London Chinatown where the staff are so rude. The waitress was very hardworking literally jogging around the tables to serve all the diners! She needs a raise.

Always excellent- love the Dim Sum!

A place serving authentic Cantonese dim sum

Not even being dramatic that was the best food i have ever eaten! Every bite was perfect im obsessed and wish i could come back and eat here everyday haha. Friendly staff too and great atmosphere

Dim Sum is awesome.... selection is good and it is very tasty. Service very good indeed. Can't wait for my next visit to the UK so I can go again.

Working away I was craving decent food this place didn’t disappoint. I have allergies and they were so understanding and reassuring food was authentic delicious and a fair price. Server was outstanding tending to all my needs I felt so at home here and can’t wait to return gluten free people can feel completely safe eating here

I had a quick lunch here on a busy sat afternoon. The tofu seafood hot pot was nicely cooked with assorted seafood such as squid prawn scallop with Japanese tofu. Service was quick and efficient.

Exquisite Chinese food served by an attentive staff. Every course of dinner tasted as authentic as you can get - from spring rolls, Peking Duck, sweet and sour, the beef, and the most fantastic noodle dish. Walked past many times on the way to the theatre - but will be hard to resist in the future.

We went on a Monday lunchtime for birthday celebrations and wow is all I can say! Great service, amazing food and lovely ambiance. They acknowledged my birthday with a treat which was really generous. Will definitely pop in again when am down in MK. Thank you again for making my birthday special.

All of the dim sums are over price. We ordered seven dim sum and the bill was £50 ish. The scallop with prawn siu mai was fresh. Except for this one, all other dim sum was just alright or blend. The yam paste croquette was awful with a weird flavour. The crispy Cheung feng was stale and oily.

Regularly visit Taipan for over 20 years now - fantastic service and authentic high quality food. By far and away the best Chinese restaurant in Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas.

Good food, up to the standards of Hong Kong Cantonese cuisine. Very good service, staff is hardworking and friendly, always remember our family favourite tea and food and service spontaneously. I highly recommend.

Outstanding Sunday yum cha (dim sum) - you’ll usually need to book.

Amazing as always. The salt and chilli chicken wings are to die for. And the spicy Hunan chicken is awesome. Always a great meal and great service. I'll be back soon!

Best dim sum/Chinese restaurant I have been to in Milton Keynes! The siu mai and har gao was especially delicious and it looked like it was handmade since it looked bigger then other restaurants and tasted fresh! Highly recommend if you are in the area!

When I was younger I would come here every week . They have the best veg Chinese food ever. Great food, amazing service!!

We arrived at this restaurant on a Monday and found the place to be quite busy which was a good sign. After a brief delay for the table despite booking we were shown to our table with an apology. The decor is average but well lit. Our host Simon and Brian were very welcoming and took our drinks and food orders. They were also very good at recommendations on selecting courses. We had a variety of starters and main courses which were very flavorsome and freshly cooked. The food was piping hot and not at all oily. The vegetarian selection here is very good and they will accommodate your dietary needs if required. The service here is swift and efficient but you will not be rushed in finishing your meal quickly to turn a table. All the hosts here are very polite and friendly. We enjoyed the food here and will come back when next time in the area . There is a well stocked bar on site with a wide selection of beverages. A nice experience on the food which we all enjoyed and a mention that the menu price reflects the quantity served which is generous. Prices are very reasonable for the area and is good value for the money. Keep up the excellent work and service. Thank you.

A busy restaurant in the heart of Milton Keynes theatre district serving some fantastic and authentic Chinese food. We had a mixed array of starters and main courses. All the courses were freshly cooked and full of flavour. A notable point here is the wide variety of vegetarian items on the menu. The food served was piping hot. The service here is quick but you will not be hurried into finishing your meal to turn a table. Our hosts Simon and Brian were very helpful in selecting items from the menu. There is a well stocked bar here with a wide selection of drinks. Food is not oily and the vegetable dishes had the right crunch to them. The aubergine was excellent and the seafood tasty. If you would like an authentic Chinese meal, this is the place to go. We will visit next time in the area. Thankyou for an excellent meal and the service to match.

I had to look at the previous reviews to make sure i wasn’t at the wrong location. Service is bad, the food is mid! Consider getting more staff to manage the workload.

Went to Taipan and collected a celebratory takeaway meal that went down a treat. From ordering over the telephone in advance to collection, I was most impressed with the speedy service and piping hot food. Taipan is definitely a good place to visit and dine in or take away a wonderful choice of food.

Excellent food. Much improved over the last time we attended. We'll definitely be returning frequently. The szechuan lamb was very good especially.

A real treat. Huge servings and fabulous food

Like most dim sum, it does not come cheap especially when there are only two of us. However we feel the cost was worth it given fresh ingredients were used and the food was delicate and tasty. Fine food indeed. Service was quick and efficient. You can often judge the quality of dim sum by looking at the clientele. 90% were Cantonese speakers.

Solid place for dim sum with fair prices, always full of large tables of Chinese families.

If you're Asian and looking for a taste of home, Taipan is the place to go. Located in an easily accessible road in Louth, this Chinese restaurant offers authentic dishes at an affordable price.

Can not fault anything. The service was best around. We as a group of 4 couldnt decide so we asked for the staff's recomendation and didnt disapoint. The food was all well cooked and we left empty plates and bowls. All the staff were friendly . Would we go back again yes. Would we recommend yes

Can not fault anything. The service was best around. We as a group of 4 couldnt decide so we asked for the staff's recomendation and didnt disapoint. The food was all well cooked and we left empty plates and bowls. All the staff were friendly . Would we go back again yes. Would we recommend yes

Simply the best Chinese food anyone in our group had ever had! Amazing service, value and atmosphere. You must eat here!!

We were celebrated the birthday here. We are group of 10-12people, The Staff help to set to a large table for us to seat together. The food, Atmosphere are great.

Authentic dim sum experience, which can be hard to find in the UK now.

Great food excellent service very reasonably priced to. Definitely go again. Doggy bags to take away. Love it. 🫶😊🤗

Always superb food great service hot and delicious

Family get together at Taipan was a huge hit for us. The choice of food was great and the service was very efficient, considering how packed they were.

Superb chinese food, the best I've tasted for a while. I will definitely visit again

genuinely the best chinese in the world

Wow great food! 👌 best Chinese I've had in ages 😋 🙂👍

We were a big party and took a while to get to us but once we were going it was spot on. Not many staff but they work like lightening. As for the food, well I must say it was the best Chinese I’ve ever eaten and I’ve been to quite a few. Authentic and excellent ingredients. When you ask for a prawn dish it’s a proper prawn, no tiny shrimp. Fabulous

Absolutely delicious meal here, had a set meal and it was amazing! The service was 1st class and the place was immaculate! We will be visiting again on our next visit to MK. Thank you to all staff.

Delicious, great service! Will be back! We all enjoyed every mouthful and are already planning to return in a few weeks. The crispy duck was ny favourite but we had several dishes and everything was lovely

Had lunch today (11th March) my wife's 70th birthday treat. The food was lovely and the manager was brilliant.

During lunch time, the friendly clerk arranged to wait for about 30 minutes to pick up the tickets. Later, I saw that all the late diners had been seated. A lady also asked why she had a seat when she came later than me but not me? There is room for improvement in food quality. The shrimp dumplings and egg tarts are delicious. The golden tripe tastes bad and is just ordinary beef tripe, not golden tripe. The cured radish cake does not include bacon and is just a radish cake. I may not eat it again because I didn’t eat anything in the morning and had diarrhea twice after lunch.

Friendly staff and amazing food. Highly recommended.

Celebrated my birthday here today with 11 family members. Waitresses and waitors were very attentive, food was one of the best I've had, came out quickly considering we were a big table. Staff were very polite and made a special effort to interact with the children too which was nice. Thank you for a great meal!

The customer service was very bad . No smiles threw our food on table. Then they charge service charges for bad service . Not pleased at all .