Fodor's Expert Review Master Wei
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Bloomsbury
Chinese
Deepest Bloomsbury might be the last place to expect superior Chinese street food, but think again. Tucked down an alleyway just off Southampton Row, this unpretentious eatery features the spicy, surprising cuisine of Xi'an, the city in northwest China that's home to the famed Terracotta Army statues (pictures of which hang above the bar). Popular dishes include the spicy cumin beef "burger" (minced meat inside a flattened bao), fried pot-sticker dumplings, and delicate homemade coldskin noodles called liángpí.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- Flat, wide biang biang noodles, served in a variety of sumptuous broths and sauces
- Authentic, fresh, and flavorful Chinese cuisine
- Prompt, efficient service