Harden's survey result
Summary
“The food is always good” at the Marylebone flagship of the Royal China group, while the “well-spaced tables, attractive presentation and attentive service” contribute to a somewhat more stately atmosphere than at other branches. It is, though, “pricey”: “it feels like the same food as Royal China but costing 30% more”.
Summary
“Best dim sum I’ve had in a long time – everything was best-in-class”: reporters are unanimous in their praise for the “always great” Cantonese cooking at the Marylebone flagship of the Royal China group. But there’s some pushback against the prices: “eye-wateringly expensive, compared to the standard competition, if comparable to their Hakkasan/Yauatcha-peers”.
Summary
“The cooking as always is wonderful” – “especially the great dim sum at lunchtime” – at the relatively smart Marylebone flagship of the well-known Royal China group. The ratings have slipped a little, but there are still plenty of fans who appreciate its “top authentic Cantonese food”.
Summary
The luxurious Marylebone flagship of the smart Royal China group is known for the “exceptional standard” of its dim sum during the day and its Cantonese classics, including seafood, in the evening. But while its food ratings are consistently high, marks for service and ambience have dipped, despite a refurb a few years back.
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38-42 Baker Street, London, W1U 7AJ
Restaurant details
Royal China Club Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Although the menu may be the same as at the nearby restaurant, the Club is more enjoyable. The service is more attentive, and the food is better."
"I found the service heavy handed with staff grabbing the serving plate to take away before you had the chance to put it back on the table "
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £30.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.80 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 15.00% |
38-42 Baker Street, London, W1U 7AJ
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑11:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑11:30 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
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