Oriental Canteen in London: photos, reviews

About

Oriental Canteen in South Kensington is a small, budget-friendly spot that's perfect for solo diners craving authentic Chinese comfort food. Known for its quick service and laid-back vibe, it attracts students and locals alike. The communal tables and outdoor seating make it a casual and friendly place to enjoy a meal. Popular dishes like Malaysian chicken rice and roast duck on crispy noodles showcase proper wok hei and no fusion nonsense, making them crowd favorites. Whether you want to grab a bite for lunch or dinner, this place offers fantastic value, with meals typically costing between 10 and 20 GBP. You can enjoy your food with a refreshing beer or choose takeaway if you're on the go. Oriental Canteen is praised for its delicious, flavorful offerings and charming service-truly a gem in the west for those seeking authentic Chinese flavors.

Price

$$$$ 10 - 20 GBP

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

Chinese

Services

Takeaway, Outdoor seating, Dine-in

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving beer

Payment

Payment by debit card, NFC payment

3.4

based on 827 reviews

Google

3.4/5 827 reviews

Bing Heng

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Char siew fan was so goood, portion’s big and chilli oil was buss 10/10. Would definitely revisit

Rhian Li

Food: 3
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 1

Relatively cheap. However, the food was the definition of mediocre, with quite small portion sizes and barely any flavour. There was barely anyone there at all so the atmosphere wasn't great.

Rory Flanagan

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Such good roti

What is the address of Oriental Canteen?
Oriental Canteen is located at 2A Exhibition Rd, SW7 2HF, London, South Kensington, United Kingdom.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop South Kensington Station / Old Brompton Road (Stop B) (146 m walk)
- Bus stop South Kensington Museums (Stop K) (344 m walk)
- Bus stop Royal Brompton Hosp / Royal Marsden Hosp (Stop HM) (451 m walk)
- Bus stop Fulham Road (364 m walk)
How is Oriental Canteen rated by visitors?
Oriental Canteen has an average rating of 3.4 based on 827 reviews across platforms such as Google.
What is the average price for a meal at Oriental Canteen?
The average price for a meal is 10 - 20 GBP (it is cheap - $).
Does the venue have outdoor seating?
Yes, outdoor seating is available, making it ideal during warm weather.

Oriental Canteen in London