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Opium Cocktails & Dim Sum Parlour

Cocktail Bar and Dim Sum Restaurant££££

Chinatown, Chinatown

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Ranked #6 for dim sum restaurants in London
"Chinese Zodiac signs"(4 Tips)
"... coctails served in ceramic jars that match Chinese Zodiac."(2 Tips)
"good service set menu at affordable prices"(10 Tips)
"nice speakeasy for some quieter drinks"(4 Tips)

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Jenya SJune 23, 2016
Look for an unmarked green door and a bouncer. Dim sum overpriced but unique cocktails and great atmosphere make up for it. Come after sun down, it's not as cool looking in broad daylight.
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Chris KMarch 4, 2016
Good location, friendly staff, great atmosphere and AMAZING cocktails ! You should try : Opium #6, The Devil Doctor, Gunfire and The House Without A Key!
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Remi LefevreAugust 11, 2013
From the doorman to the bartenders, the staff here knows what sophisticated yet friendly service truly means. Try the fuming, iron straw-sipping Opium No 3 and some pork dim sum for a true Opium time.
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Katerina KuvFebruary 24, 2024
Great speakeasy bar, several floor and variety of seating, place is spacious. Liked third floor near the bar, instresting seasonal cocktails not always sweet ones
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Jenya SSeptember 23, 2017
The Zodiac themed special menu in the Attic. Each cocktail comes in a zodiac animal mug and is based on the character traits of the relevant zodiac sign. I tried the Pig and it was delish.
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Susanna PaeväliFebruary 10, 2017
If you're lucky you'll get to sit at the bar itself. It looks like someone's hip kitchen. Bar staff is very friendly and eager to mix special cocktails. Don't miss the dimsums - duck ones are amazing!
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Lauren KeithOctober 12, 2016
Excellent dim sum, especially the seafood. Get the mushroom & truffle and anything with prawn. Now if only this place would combine forces with Beijing Dumpling and bring in some xiao long bao...
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Ana LaraJanuary 8, 2015
Great to chill in a relaxed atmosphere (the Atic upper floor is the best). The cocktail Opium will surprise you! Staff is really nice, get a seat by the bar to see them work, is really cool.
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Evina DiamOctober 26, 2018
Very interesting and tasty cocktails 🍹 Tried the Ching Shih and loved it! Very good service as well. Definitely visit when in China town.
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NathanNovember 22, 2014
The mushroom and truffle are just tops. If there's one item you get (granted you like truffle) it's this. Pair it with the chili sauce/soy sauce for best results.
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MelankolinaJuly 15, 2017
Amazing cocktails, yet due to the price you can only have a few of them. Great atmosphere, but getting in might be a problem - either reserve or come early to get through the doorman..
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Andrea CampiDecember 20, 2014
Great creative cocktails, tasty dim sum. The decor reminds of In the Mood for Love. Awesome upstairs seating with a doorman makes for relative quiet, though the music is great.
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Mihnea MiculescuAugust 13, 2014
Really nice speakeasy for some quieter drinks (especially good for dates). Try to get to the top floor as the vibe there tends to be slightly better. Anything over 2 drinks spells trouble.
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Laura RJanuary 24, 2014
Lovely atmosphere - my bf ordered off the menu and had a very tasty drink, I did the design your own option which was disappointing. Overall Nice alternative to ECC:)
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Vishwas SubramanianSeptember 11, 2021
Good dumplings and an assortment of cocktails to choose from! The ambiance is perfect for cocktails on a Saturday evening.
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Céline LandraApril 30, 2018
Great cocktails based on Chinese Zodiac signs and served on ceramic jars. Friendly staff and original atmosphere, go check it out!
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MaríaJune 24, 2016
Dim sum that melts in your mouth, cocktails and a stylish and decadent environment.
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JESSICAAugust 12, 2020
Must return as each bar on the different levels has a different cocktail menu 🍸
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Richard McCartneyMarch 29, 2017
Been here 5+ times
If you don't notice the entrance you walk straight past it, great little hidden secret in plain view. If you like Gin cocktails the Zennor Fizz is great 👍🏻
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Matt BarberDecember 4, 2016
Thought it would be a joint full of asshats but I was pleasantly surprised. Great bar full of nice cocktails and staff.
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Katie ZecharAugust 13, 2021
The cocktails are delicious which is a delightful surprise given they’re made in larger batches. Steamed pork bun is amazing but no surprise there.
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Lizzie PMay 4, 2016
If you have a sweet tooth try the Gringo - coffee tequila, cream & chocolate!
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Elena BaseottoJanuary 5, 2016
Opium #6 is not good, but worth to get once just to see the effect! The atmosphere is really cool, though - I would totally recommend a visit.
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Levent AkgermanApril 3, 2018
One of the ultimate dim sum parlours in Chinatown with creative coctails served in ceramic jars that match Chinese Zodiac.
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Ashley ChanMarch 14, 2018
The consistent theme here is great and not tacky. I love that all liquor is placed in jars labeled in Chinese characters, and they have a whole menu dedicated to each zodiac sign.
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Ngan NguyenJanuary 28, 2016
Amazing cocktails, esp. the No.6 and dim sum is divine. Weird service at the bar, bartender shouted at colleagues, spilled drinks across the bar and blamed colleagues again. Awkward and uncomfortable
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Zaya KadyrovaMarch 16, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Quieter cocktail bar, intimate feel, an easy place to get into to if you're looking for somewhere to go in soho at the last minute. Great cocktails!
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Elvis RodricksJune 30, 2017
A neat speak easy bar with dim sum options. Friendly staff right from the door. Pretty decent drinks with the works. Nice after hour place.
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Josie CJuly 15, 2015
Such a hidden jem! Shame they only do one dry ice cocktail (opium #), but I spied a flaming one too... Dim sum menu is simple but delicious.
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BarChickDecember 6, 2012
Take a former Chinatown gambling den, add an all-star bar cast and some legendary dim sum, et voila, you have Opium Cocktail Bar and Dim Sum Parlour. This place is epic with three floors... Read more
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Shayan SanyalAugust 22, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Go to peony on the 2nd floor for a quiet, more relaxed drink. Say hi to Ramses the new bar tender there.
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Y YFebruary 6, 2018
Amazing cocktails - never expected that from some bar right in the heart of Chinatown!
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Mark MakinJuly 15, 2016
Great cocktails and tasty food in a cool and relatively unknown venue - a haven amidst the mayhem of china town.
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DKDecember 29, 2014
One of the very best cocktail bars in London. Simply perfect. Book in advance, dress smart, pass FC and enjoy
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Keegan MenezesApril 8, 2015
Pop into Peony for some great cocktails and personal service
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Nora HaiderMarch 11, 2015
Really cool place... Make a reservation as it gets quite full especially on weekends... Brilliant cocktails and service
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Martin BOctober 19, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Awesome mix between dim sum and cocktails. Really nice vibe and service is good as well. Highly recommended!
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Melike CsnMarch 25, 2018
Cool speakeasy bar. Seafood dimsum is really good. Cocktails are great dragon (fearless) recommended
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MinistryofWaxingApril 11, 2013
The experienced bar staff have created one of the most unique drink menus around, which sits alongside an equally delicious dim sum menu.
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Ilia R.May 21, 2018
Love this place, great cocktails and dim sums. A little pricey but lovely atmosphere.
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Priya TungrusOctober 2, 2016
Love love love the drama of Opium #6 cocktail! Arrived at 5:15 and were guided straight up with no queues.
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Lukasz ZeleznySeptember 6, 2014
Great place to be! I like that is so hidden you may not know it exists.
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Wayne GregoryAugust 21, 2021
Great food and good service set menu at affordable prices , first time here will definitely recommend and come again
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Joyce IpDecember 2, 2015
Hidden gem Chinese cocktail bar in Chinatown!! Nice decor. Mostly tea based cocktails- delicious
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Andy KanenasMay 11, 2018
Ppl opium den like ambience and good cocktails. Great for a night out to impress your comrades.
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Dmitry WitmanNovember 21, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Very cool bar, nice cocktails. Proper dim sums, which is rare. Overall - very positive experience.
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Tanya EvsOctober 22, 2017
Delicious dim sums and best cocktails in London!
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Christian BSDecember 13, 2016
Been here 50+ times
Great service, great drinks, and great dim sum. What more do you need?
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Erika TimkóJanuary 23, 2014
Awesome cocktails, barmen and and ambiance, difficult to find though. Have a seat at the bar
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Amy YFebruary 28, 2015
Amazing cocktails. The food is good but very expensive -- your wallet is better off wandering back down to Gerrard Street if you get the munchies
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