Harden's survey result
Summary
The “strongly authentic Sichuan food” at this “fairly basic” Brick Lane venue “may not be the best in London, but nonetheless offers a properly ‘ma la’ (numbingly spicy) experience”. It’s particularly “good value for lunch”.
Summary
The “strongly authentic Sichuan food” at this “fairly basic” Brick Lane venue “may not be the best in London, but nonetheless offers a properly ‘ma la’ (numbingly spicy) experience”. It’s particularly “good value for lunch”.
Summary
“The hot pots are exceptional… some of which are very hot!”, according to fans of this “great Sichuanese”. “It’s not the most attractive restaurant, but the food makes a trip well worth it!”
Summary
“The very good traditional Sichuan food” at this Brick Lane canteen makes a trip “way better than a visit to Chinatown”. Conditions are “pretty basic”, but staff are “very helpful to newcomers to the cuisine”.
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Restaurant details
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £7.50 |  |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Veggies | Pudding |
|---|---|---|---|
| £6.20 | £7.90 | £6.50 | £6.50 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £28.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.00 |
| Extras |
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| Bread | £0.50 |
| Service | 13.00% |
32 Hanbury St, London, E1 6QR
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Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑10:45 pm |
| Saturday | 12:15 pm‑10:45 pm |
| Sunday | 12:15 pm‑10:30 pm |
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