Empress of Sichuan, London
19 February 2010 by Kerstin Kühn
Housed in the site formerly occupied by short-lived Taiwanese outfit Keelung, this Chinese restaurant offering Sichuan cuisine is the latest venture from the Leong family, who own 15 modern Asian eateries in London.
Opened 1 February
Owners Winston and Geoffrey Leong
Executive chef Kan Dong
ManagerBo Wie
Capacity 120, plus 16 private dining
Menu Chinese - Sichuan cuisine is known for its spiciness and use of chilli. Signatures dishes include spicy pig's ear slices; sea bass in spicy soup; and duck's tongue with spring onion.
Average spend £30 including drinks and service
Address 6 Lisle Street, London WC2H 7BG
Telephone 020 7734 8128
Websitewww.tasteofchina.org.uk
