From upmarket and modern Chinese to cheap and cheerful and take away, our Asian food addicts Lena Grivakes and Melinda Chan Butts reveal their favourite places.

One of Melinda’s top discoveries last year. Her bar for dim sum is high, Phoenix Palace previously held poll position but has been overtaken by Pearl Liang. Top quality authentic dim sum. All the old favourites from har gow (prawn dumpling) to sticky rice are cooked to perfection.
Pearl Liang – | Buzzhopper

THE place for go for spicy Szechuan in Soho.  Book ahead – popular for groups, dates and business appropriate. If you can’t get in, try their sister restaurant Bar Shan across the road. Can be pricey, but worth it.
Bar Shu – London, Chinatown | Buzzhopper

You know the dumplings are really fresh when you walk past them being made in the window at the entrance. Extensive menu. Good for Chinatown dates as well as groups.
Leong’s Legend – London | Buzzhopper

How often had you ordered Peking duck that comes with a paintbrush? A modern twist on traditional dishes. Expect exquisite tastes with stunning presentation.
A Wong (chinese) – London | Buzzhopper

The name simply says it all. Good choice for both vegetarians and meat eaters alike. This place also specialises in soup dumplings (xiaolongbao) watch them be freshly prepared.
Dumpling’s Legend – London | Buzzhopper 

The  best dim sum in London is found in Marylebone away from touristic Chinatown. Book the private room to host private  business dinners.
Phoenix Palace – London | Buzzhopper

Take home and cook!  Buy fresh egg noodles and specialities such as lor bak goh (turnip cake).
Lo’s Noodles – London | Buzzhopper