Tao Tao Ju in City of London, Westminster

Large menu so we had the set menu. Asked if we could swap one item for beef noodles and waiter agreed. All food was tasty and good portions.

Distinctly average dim sum was not great all the wrappers were too thick and the fillings lacked flavour - the sweet and sour and rice and Singapore noodles were good but no more and the service was lacking and slow!

On our final evening in London, we decided to stroll through Chinatown in search of the perfect meal. By pure chance, we stumbled upon a large, airy restaurant that, while lacking a romantic ambiance, made up for it with an inviting space perfect for sharing a variety of dishes. Chinese cuisine is, after all, best enjoyed with an array of flavours shared amongst friends. We began with dim sum, and as each beautifully presented dish arrived, we simply couldn't stop. The flavours were exceptional, and the selection was vast, with every bite proving better than the last. As we left, we couldn’t help but feel grateful for the serendipity that had led us to such an unforgettable meal—one that perfectly capped off our London adventure.

We ordered dim sum and the quality is above our expectations. Their egg tarts wasnt very impressive but looks are deceiving. The egg custard is just right in texture and sweetness. The pastry is flaky but yet not oily. The cheong fun is also good with the right texture and thickness. Their fried carrot/radish cake is very yummy with lots of crunchy and sweet bean sprout that compliments the taste of the fried cakes. Overall, service is good, waiters and waitresses are very attentive and accommodating.

We were only in London for a short time. There’s loads of Chinese food to choose from nearby, but someone recommended Tao Tao Ju. I’d never had dim sum before but was thoroughly impressed. My wife was delighted to find they cheung fun, something we can’t find even find in our home state. I’m saddened that I don’t have more time in London or I would be back tomorrow. Highly recommend.

I ordered a takeaway through deliveroo. Unfortunately I found a foreign object in it. I ordered Singapore noodles and sweet and sour pork, the item was in the noodles, I nearly choked on it. Please see photo attached. It is a hard piece of white plastic with crenelated edges, around 3 by 1 cm. It has a foul smell to it. I had to throw both dishes away as the strong bad smell had pervaded them. Deliveroo has refunded me for the meal but I really think you the restaurant ought to know about this. The little food I ate made me feel very nauseous. I am really worried about what this item is and if it was covered in some kind of poisonous substance. I have emailed but had no response

Food was ok! after receiving a couple of dishes we realized that one had not arrived. after calling the waitress and asking about the dish she started shouting at us as we had already eaten it, after shouting at us she left and returned to us with a empty plate screaming and what is this? here was the food (luckily we had taken a photo of the food) after that she realized that she had delivered it to the table next to us. Without even an apology he brought us the missing dish, and they made us pay for an extra one. I absolutely do not recommend this restaurant mistakes happen but shouting at customers is absolutely not appropriate !!!!!!!!

Worst deliveroo experience. Found a hair one of the baos, watered down sauce & when I called to ask to inquire about the order they shut me down before even checking they had the order lol. DO NOT ORDER from here. Also one of the baos tasted like soap lol. So gross.

They have hiked the prices up so much. They give the impression of being higher class than the rest but they are exactly the same. Don’t fall for it. Plenty of other great dimsum out there. Avoid.

This Chinese restaurant has consistently impressed me with its delicious cuisine. I've now been here three times, and each visit has been a delightful experience. The food is simply amazing, and I highly recommend trying the following dishes: * Prawn and Chive Dumplings: These dumplings are perfectly cooked, with a delicate balance of flavors. * Vietnamese Spring Rolls: Fresh, crispy, and packed with flavor, these spring rolls are a must-try. * Seafood Fried Rice: The seafood is cooked to perfection, and the rice is flavorful and satisfying. * Szechuan Pork: This dish is spicy and savory, with a perfect blend of sweetness. * A must try dish is their fried beans with minced pork not on the menu but you have to ask while ordering ! This is my favourite. If you're looking for authentic Chinese food in London this restaurant is definitely worth a visit. Be prepared for a short queue as they are always buzzing with guests but surely it's worth the wait !

This place has a sentimental value to me. It use to be my dad's restaurant back in the late 80s. Called Fung Shing. Won numerous awards and recommendations from magazine and press for its Cantonese cuisine. Fay Maschler was a regular. You can actually still see the plaque on the external wall. I still have the Evening Standard Eros award for best restaurant in London sitting on my mantle piece. I use to wash dishes in the basement kitchen during my summer break for 10 hours a day. That's the real grind. Anyways back to the review. It was my friends birthday and we wanted dim sum after a few rounds of beers at the local Imperial pub around the corner at 8pm. Ground floor decor looks amazing. Gold and brown wood. Felt warm and cozy. (It use to be green back in the 90s) We sat upstairs which unfortunately was not furnished like the ground floor or as nice. Just plain white walls and plastic brown seats. So if you do go ask for a table on the ground floor. We ordered the classic dim sums and they came out fresh and hot. Har gaus is my test to see if t he place is any good. And it was over average. Good size Prawn and prawn paste inside. Missing the bamboo shoots which is a must. Siu mais were chunky cut pork. Taro mince fried pastries were good. Vietnamese spring rolls and the bean curd wraps were All over average. The tripe in black bean and chilli needed more time to cook. Was still chewy and still had that stale offal smell and taste to it. 4/5. Room for improvement. Service was efficient. Waitress recommended dishes from menu if needed. I think it's the only place if you want late night dim sum. In Chinatown.

Food was very authentic and the atmosphere very pleasant. The servers were very nice. Thoroughly enjoyed.

Great Chinese restaurant. Dim sum was excellent. Beef and noodles were perfect. Nice service too.

I love Chinese kitchen but I hardly ever had such a boring and tasteless Sechuan dish. My wife had kripy beef- no burner either and the vegetable sidedish we ordered was oily and tasteless

Amazing fresh dim sum, a must come in Chinatown！

love the bao, best bao in London

Great variety of dim sum. And it serves all day. Recommended.

We have been here lots of time but only noticed that I didn’t leave a review. We love their Roast duck, it’s nice, tasty, not too much fat, duck skin is also very well toasted, crunchy, sauce is good too. I tried many restaurant in Chinatown and they are the best on doing this dish (on all the Chinese Restaurant I have tried). The owner or manager seems welcoming and friendly, the waiters depends on who but mostly are ok, can be better. I recommended few friends and clients here and they love the food as well.

Tao Tao Ju has always been our first choice of restaurant whenever we come to Chinatown, the food is authentic and service are top notch! Definitely recommend to come here!

The staff was really nice and kind. The food was amazing and really good including the vengan options.

I really liked the food and the staff was very kind! The food was done in a short time and was delicious! Loved this place definitely coming back.

Very nice food. I recommend the noodles

Come early to beat the crowd. Ambience is okay when not packed. The Beef Ho Fun - Stir Fried Fresh Flat Rice Noodles with Beef and Bean Sprouts - was really good. Dim Sum was good and available in the evenings, but nothing extraordinary. By evening, the yam croquettes were stale and should not have been served.

It's cool to sit outside in summer

Restaurant located in the heart of China Town. Very friendly staff, good food and varied offerings.

Food was the messiest Chinese food I've ever tasted before only thing that tasted ok was sweet and sour prawns. I also tried to spare their feelings and not explain why I didn't want to pay service charge the lady literally forced me to Pay service charge and said it was not optional, very money hungry restaurant. I suggest they should Focus on the quality of food will not recommended !! Il Stick to hakkasan

Great experience in the neighborhood. Restaurant that really seems above the rest. Original and well prepared dishes.

excellent food. will come back again

They always take ages for bring the food, say 10 or 15 minutes, but usually take a hour or more! By, delivery rides!

The food is very good and authentic. The barbecued pork is delicious.

Super delicious and very cost-effective. It tastes similar to domestic ones.

Difficult to rate. The dim sum were quite nice, a good selection and available all day, probably worth a 4 star rating. But the rest of the food was poor, especially the broth based soups which were insipid and dull. Too expensive for the overall quality.

This is REAL Chinese not anglicised takeaway. 2nd visit for me and my friend because their dim sum is EXCELLENT. Not just the usual har how and siu mai...but yam croquette, black bean ribs with chilli n garlic, prawn & scallop... They have photos of most popular dim sum so you can point. Very good tea that compliments the food. Excellent, polite, prompt service. A discretionary service charge is included in the bill (but you can tip your server directly if you wish). Due to recent changes in the law, servers now receive their tips. It is illegal for management to keep it . But, this is a high quality restaurant who care about their good reputation and behave impeccably. If you don't know - please take their advice...tell them your budget and likes/dislikes and they will help. The Chinese know what goes with what, what will enhance what. After all they've been around 4,000 years and many cultures owe their origins to the Chinese. 6 stars if I could give them.

I was super disappointed with this place. The food was overpriced and not good at all. There was too much fat instead of meat, and the beef dumplings didn't even taste like beef; they were more like cardboard. While the staff was friendly, the food was the main experience and it was terrible. I usually enjoy Chinese dishes, but this place was really bad.

First time eating it! It’s very similar to Taotaoju in China! Very satisfied with the food

The food is delicious! The roast duck and chicken feet are very good, and the porridge is also very comfortable

The dim sum was really good, plus the staff was efficient and the atmosphere was nice

Very nice place, quick service and good food

Amazing food and great customer service, food came within 5 minutes!

The food is very nice! Staff is very friendly! Chicken claws are the best!

Low level food and minimal service

Super delicious affordable food in London!

I can't understand how such terrible Chinese food has gained a foothold in London. There is still a fishy smell in the beef soup, and the phoenix claws are full of bones. The food is really bad

Killer food, definitely recommend

Amazing. Get the prawn or vegetable dumplings. Best dumplings I’ve had in London.

literally perfect! Best roasted duck I’ve ever eaten anywhere, very authentic food and a large selection! Great service and good pricing. Very worthwhile, my favorite restaurant in London

Chopsticks are just two poorly made plastic sticks. You have to order at least 15 pounds of food per person otherwise you can't eat there. The food in general is not good and is close to fast food quality. Satay chicken sticks are as tough as shoe soles and not well seasoned. The atmosphere is unpleasant and hectic. It could certainly be worse, but of all the good restaurants in Chinatown, this is one of the worse. Not recommended, definitely never go there again.

We went there after a nearby show as a treat after a previous visit. We were not disappointed as the food and service was great We had booked so there was no issue getting seated. Service was prompt and attentive We had Set Menu A which was plenty for the 2 of us Some advise, book your table as there was a queue of people waiting to get in

En se promenant dans chinatown, nous sommes tombés sur ce restaurant. Suite à quelques mauvaises surprises passées, nous vérifions toujours sur TripAdvisor les commentaires mais'pas de bol, plus de batterie. Nous décidons quand même de faire les 20min de queue pour avoir une table. Nous avons bien fait. L'accueil était fort sympathique. Service rapide, sans pressé le client. Quant aux plats, ils étaient supers bons ! Nous avons opté pour les raviolis crevettes coriande, le morning glory (liseron d'eau) à l'ail, la soupe poulet/maïs et le pad thai. Un sans faute. 👌👌👌 Nous y retournerons avec plaisir et le conseillons grandement.

Absolutely grim, oily, very poor quality chicken, very basic plain dishes, don't bother

Very authentic Cantonese cuisine and you must to go!

This is my first time to Taotaoju. The boiled beef and roast duck are delicious. I highly recommend them. I will bring other friends here to try Chinese food next time.

Recommended chicken feet, fried noodles and lemon tea

The price/performance ratio is good, and the taste is also good. My friend in Foshan said the taste is quite authentic.

It tastes great! It’s the same as eating in Guangzhou!

I ordered the Yang Zhou Fired Rice and the rice is looking like not fired at all, and also the shrimp toast and it is very hard

The food is delicious and the overall environment is also very good

Absolutely disgusting experience. The chicken dumplings were like cardboard – I had to spit it out after just one bite. The duck spring rolls were equally terrible, also I felt like the meat was off. The rice was overcooked to the point it was like baby food, completely mushy. The prawns were disgusting with the weirdest flavour I’ve ever tasted, and the chow mein was utterly flavourless. The sprouts in the chow mein left a weird texture in my mouth too for some reason. For a delivery costing over £60, everything went straight to the bin. My girlfriend had to go down the road to the local Chinese to pick up dinner instead. This was the most disgusting food I’ve ever tried. Stay away!

The sevice was good and the food was plentiful and very tasty and we will be going back

Fantastic food. Great fast service. Dim sum was amazing. Siu mai was the best I've ever had. Would highly recommend

We were late so got all the food very fast. Ordered one of the set menus. The food was very good. We were seated on the first floor. Service was fast, but we didn't feel any engagement.

A classic Chinese restaurant that have your essential dim sum dishes. My favourite was the soup dumplings I shared with family, which was so elegantly made. Highly recommend to those who want an authentic Chinese dining experience with someone!

A plate of dry-fried beef and some beef were stir-fried. I could already smell the simmering smell before I even got off the table. I didn’t ask you to order because they were all on the plate, which proves that you don’t care, so I won’t come again.

Dim Sum at its Peak... the best in China Town... I've been coming here for ten years and wouldnt dare eat anywhere else.. They have the best selection of Dim Sum in China Town and it is ALWAYS freshly prepared and not frozen rubbish. I wouldnt eat anywhere else , their Cheung Feung selection is fabulous.

Good Chinese restaurant in London

Mostly a restaurant for tourists, not many locals frequent here. Dim sum price 20% higher than other restaurants around.

The boss is very nice and every dish is really delicious

The food is absolutely amazing! I wish l can offer more stars for your customer services!

Excellent food and great recommendations from the waiter

I used to visit and also order to my home from the Leicester Square branch with no issues always delicious food. So happy when I moved to Bermondsey to find another Tao Tao Ju under 10 minutes away from my home, and how short lived that happiness was due to numerous food issues with the quality of food being delivered, which i’ll go into in a moment. Worse still is that a comment by me on their instagram in mid May was ignored as was writing them an email 2 weeks before this review raising the food quality issues in Bermondsey has been ignored and has shown me a total lack of interest and care. On two recent orders my items and issues were as below: The first had the cheung fun (pork and prawn) and they arrived hot but soggy and stodgy, with the prawns especially falling out of the all stuck together pastry. This wasn’t glossy and separate but a gelatinous mound especially the prawn though the pork only fared a little better. For that order at least the rest of the food (har gau, vietnamese spring rolls, chow mein and duck rolls) was the usual quality. A week later I attempted another order of similar items, omitting the prawn cheung fun as they were so terrible previiusly but ordering the pork cheung fun which was not quite as stuck in full, but still two of the 4 ripped in separating and again it differed from the quality in the Leicester Sq restaurant and from their pictures on instagram. Sadly this order was a let down in other ways this time too; while the duck rolls remained great the usually fantastic egg fried rice has been overcooked and was too soft compared to normal and the spring onions were flavourless and looked to have been left sitting a long time to lose their usual taste, the chow mein this time was bland to the point of throwing it away sadly and most disappointing was the two orders of my favourite vietnamese rolls which were chewy and not crispy at all this time. I hoped reaching out first to their instagram and then by email to say that while Leicester Square was always wonderful that Bermondsey was not living up to their quality could result in at the very least being acknowledged and an investigation as to why their appetisers and other items when delivered close by are coming as low quality. Instead they chose to ignore me.

The chili sauce is fragrant and delicious. The dim sum shrimp dumplings and siomai are delicious and have a 5-star rating. The spicy radish cake was okay, but the radish was a bit missing. The remaining stir-fried Si Shu, dry stir-fried beef river, salt and pepper soft shell crab were too salty. The Chinese translation of tofu and seafood [soup] is wrong. It should be tofu and seafood [soup]. The tofu is a bit sour.

I had an extremely disappointing experience at this restaurant. The service was abysmal. The staff were inattentive and rude, making us feel unwelcome from the moment we walked in. The food was even worse – it was bland, overcooked, and clearly made with low-quality ingredients. The entire place was filthy, with sticky tables and a foul smell that permeated the dining area. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone. Save your money and go somewhere else!

The food was amazing, all fresh and hot shoutout to my gs deffo come

Much nicer and quieter than on the Main Street. Very respectful and polite. Excellent food and cheaper than I expected when the bill arrived. I am definitely coming back

Food is delicious. Great service

Love the dim sum! It’s made fresh to order

Found by chance. Very good food!

Came here because of the rating on google! Really a random found and turned out to be good! the dim sum is authentic and delicious though I expect more due to the price they charged. We arrived at around 1145am and they open at 12pm, so no reservation is needed!

Popped in before a show first visit unusually large portions for a Chinese The lemon chicken is delicious, highly recommended..hope to be back

We came here pre theatre and had the fixed menu B. Service was quick, extremely courteous and the food was excellent. I would recommend to anyone pre booking as we did as it is extremely popular

10 people, we had dinner there. Disappointed …… very

Wanted to try dim sum so badly and I wasn’t disappointed going to Tao Tao Ju, the assortment of dim sum available it’s quite extensive and delicious, the atmosphere of the restaurant is also really nice, the waitresses are very friendly, the only thing is I had to wait for sometime to get my food, but it was worthy

Don't ask if the meat is halal, you will only receive a contemptuous look from the staff and you will be chased away! A shame, a simple “no” is enough. Ordinary racism!

This WAS my go to Chinese restaurant in Chinatown. However, after my latest experience I probably wouldn't go back. There were 4 of us in our party, we ordered the set menu for 4, and were all massively disappointed. It consisted of 1 rib each, 1 piece of prawn toast, 1 dumpling, 1 spring roll and a small handful of seaweed. Then we were brought 3 average sized dishes and a bowl of rice to share between the 4 of us. After asking if that was all we were getting, we were offered a complimentary bowl of noodles, and watched as the waiter was stopped on his way to bringing us the dish to be sent back to the kitchen by the waitress and then reappear with the same bowl but half the size. We left still very hungry and after paying £75 each felt very short changed and put off going back. In an area with such a massive amount of competition you'd think they wouldn't be so stingey. Avoid the set menus if you plan to leave with a full belly and wallet.

THEY MICROWAVE THE FOOD Only comment I’m going to add it’s this. After ordering some food and asking why it was a bit cold, the food runner openly said “oh sorry, maybe they didn’t microwave it enough”, so she took the plates and came back with it hotter but with all the garnish (fresh parsley) microwaved as well 🤦🏽

Absolutely amazing vegan options. Lots of choice. Really enjoyed this place and will be back. The best place I've found in China Town. Would love if they could add one or two more vegan steamed dim sum. Edit: loved it so much that I went to place a delivery order today but the vegan options aren't available on deliveroo. Could the restaurant please change this? Thanks!

The staff need to learn some basic manners we go here regularly but after today no more. Disgusting attitude and rudeness by our waiter. Inexcusable.

Best dim sums ordered from here! I also enjoyed their Malaysian noodle. Will definitely order again.

Recommended from trip advisor to food podcasts. i heard really good things about Tao Tao ju in Chinatown. After having bad buffet after bad buffet I needed some love on a plate and thought this would be the place to get it. I was wrong, to my disappointment I was served very mediocre dishes. With the best being bbq mixed meats and rice. The chicken chow mein was standard and the crispy chilly beef was below the standard that I expect and have had better from my local and a lot cheaper than £16 too! It wasn’t all bad. The service was great and staff friendly and helpful. the branded crockery, dinnerware and cutlery a very nice touch also. I left underwhelmed 6.8/10

OVERPRICED! Ordered scallops for £12.99 and received 1 scallop. I repeat, 1 scallop. If you have a family it would be impossible to feed them here unless you are willing to spend a fortune. There are better places in London where the quality of food is great and you get what you pay for.

Extremely tasty food. Clean environment and impeccable service! I recommend!

Tao Tao Ju, located in the vibrant Piccadilly Circus area of London, is a hidden gem that promises an authentic Chinese dining experience. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted with elegant decor and a warm ambiance that sets the stage for an unforgettable meal. The menu at Tao Tao Ju boasts a wide array of traditional Chinese dishes, each meticulously prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Whether you're craving classic dim sum, savory stir-fries, or flavorful noodle dishes, you're sure to find something to satisfy your palate.During my visit, I had the pleasure of sampling several dishes, and each one was a true delight. The dim sum selection was particularly impressive, with delicate dumplings filled with a variety of savory fillings. The Peking duck was another standout, perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, served with all the traditional accompaniments. In addition to the delicious food, the service at Tao Tao Ju was exceptional. The staff were attentive and friendly, providing helpful recommendations and ensuring that every aspect of our dining experience was perfect.Overall, Tao Tao Ju is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking authentic Chinese cuisine in the heart of London. Whether you're dining with friends, family, or colleagues, you're guaranteed to enjoy a memorable meal at this fantastic restaurant.

Some of the best Chinese food I've ever had. The classics and the dim sum were excellent, better than any I've had in London, but what blew me away was the barbecued duck. Sweet, salty and sharp - so good. Staff were very friendly and the restaurant is lovely inside and well located. Prices are competitive for the area, would recommend to anyone.

Amazing dim sum and other traditional Chinese dishes, highly recommend! Friendly and attentive staff. Book in advance to avoid disappointment, although the queue goes quicker than you'd think!

This is without a doubt the very worst chinese meal I have ever eaten. I had it sent to my via Deliveroo and it was so horrible it is hard to describe. The braised pork was something I would hesitate to feed to a pig.

The service was awful and this was the main for £15 - just uncooked vegetable with store bought sauce on the side?? We requested to opt out of the service charge and the waiter argued with us.

Decent Chinese food. They got a good amount of vegetarian and vegan options and what we got tasted good. The portions were a bit small and the interior is a bit run down upstairs where we sat. Had a good time there anyways.

The restaurant had really good food and a really good service also, the atmosphere was good, we were upstairs and it was good, not perfect but good (downstairs it's better). All in one, was it a really nice restaurant.

The food was excellent as always. Staff kept our wine & water topped up; easy to get attn if we needed anything. It’s always a busy place but we weren’t rushed. Two hours for 5 dim sum, 3 mains, 3 sides, 2 bottles of wine. 12.5% service charge for table of 5 was earned. Vegetarian & meat eaters were both happy.

It turns out it’s not Taotaoju in China, and it’s really not that delicious. The price is more expensive than other similar Cantonese restaurants in London.