Er Mei, Sichuan restaurant in Chinatown, London, GB
Er Mei is a Sichuan restaurant in London's Chinatown located on Lisle Street, serving traditional dishes from Chongqing. The space features water elements throughout its interior and is run by chefs who brought their cooking traditions from this southwestern Chinese region.
It was the first Sichuan restaurant to open in London's Chinatown, opening the door to authentic regional Chinese cooking in this part of the city. Its arrival marked a turning point, as milder or more adapted Chinese dishes had dominated before then.
The kitchen celebrates Sichuan flavors where chili peppers and aromatic peppercorns work together to create a tingling and layered taste experience. This approach to cooking sets it apart from other Chinese cuisines you find around the city.
You can reserve a table by phone or email, which is especially helpful during evenings when it gets busy. The restaurant is open daily until late at night and has a minimum charge per person after 5 PM.
The restaurant operates private dining rooms where groups can eat in a more relaxed setting. A signature dish is the Chongqing Chicken Hotpot, an interactive meal cooked at your table that encourages shared eating.
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