Poon's At Somerset House
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- Restaurant
Description
Bringing one of London’s most iconic Chinese restaurant names into a striking new chapter, Poon’s at Somerset House is the first permanent restaurant from Amy Poon, whose family helped shape the capital’s Chinese dining scene. Set within the cultural landmark’s elegant surroundings, the restaurant blends heritage and modernity, drawing inspiration from the home-style Chinese cooking that has been at the heart of the Poon family story for generations.
Expect a menu that champions comforting, deeply personal dishes over the usual take-away staples, with signature plates including claypot rice, hand-crafted wontons, wind-dried meats and the restaurant’s much-loved “Magic Soup”. Amy Poon has revived recipes and traditions from the original Poon’s restaurants, offering a fresh take on Chinese home cooking while staying true to the flavours and techniques that made the family name famous.
The Poon legacy is a celebrated one: Amy’s parents, Bill and Cecilia Poon, opened the original restaurant in Chinatown in 1973, and the family’s Covent Garden site went on to earn a Michelin star, with Bill Poon becoming the first Chinese chef in the UK to achieve the accolade in 1980. Today, Poon’s at Somerset House continues that legacy in a stylish, contemporary setting, making it a must-visit for anyone seeking thoughtful Chinese cuisine in the heart of London.
Info
- Covent Garden
- Happily Affordable ££
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Hours
| Day | Open | Close | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | - | - | |
| Tuesday | 12:00 | 22:00 | |
| Wednesday | 12:00 | 22:00 | |
| Thursday | 12:00 | 22:00 | |
| Friday | 12:00 | 22:00 | |
| Saturday | 12:00 | 22:00 | |
| Sunday | - | - |
Location
Address
Poon's At Somerset House, Somerset House, Lancaster Place, WC2R 1LA
Area
Covent Garden
Nearest Station
Temple (Tube)
Private Hire
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* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.
