BEST HOTPOT EVER?! London Chinatown FOOD TOUR | Must Try STEAM BUNS
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The last time I was in London I haven't really explored the Chinatown food scene and there were some amazing Chinese restaurants I found.
LinLin Crepes玲玲煎饼
5 Newport Pl, London WC2H 7JR, United Kingdom
pot pot malatang
G/F, 18 Newport Ct, London WC2H 7JS, United Kingdom
TSUJIRI Chinatown
33 Newport Ct, London WC2H 7PQ, United Kingdom
Jinli 锦里
4 Leicester St, London WC2H 7BL, United Kingdom
Bun House
26-27 Lisle St, London WC2H 7BA, United Kingdom
Xi Home Dumplings and Buns喜家饺子店
43 Chandos Pl, London WC2N 4HS, United Kingdom
Crystal China
78-80 Tower Bridge Rd, London SE1 4TP, United Kingdom
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@oliveee297 2 жыл бұрын
:') so funny you pointed out the amount of American candy stores, everyone thinks they're a money laundering front because they're always empty lol
@de6053 2 жыл бұрын
It just made me laugh when he mentioned them
@elliehhhh 2 жыл бұрын
they have to be! never seen a soul in them
@gabriursa 2 жыл бұрын
They are money laundering stores, most of them open in May and close in march
@tendoa1483 2 жыл бұрын
Because they are loool
@SplinterizZz 2 жыл бұрын
@@elliehhhh The one in Darlington was full to the brim last week. Might have been money launderer summit though.
@VannieEats 2 жыл бұрын
One day you’re in Korea and the next day in London I’m losing track now 😂 the Chinatown looks beautiful there love the lantern and decor!
@Medsas 2 жыл бұрын
it's because he records material months in advance so everything is out of order...
@mitismee 2 жыл бұрын
@@Medsas lol she think this guy got some magical door or something can teleport through space and stuff
@xS.K. 2 жыл бұрын
I know right! Used to be able to "follow" his travels depending on the channel you were watching. His video's have been bouncing from UAE, Chicago, Korea, back to UAE to St Louis back to Korea, then Paris now London hahaha.. getting wipe lash.
@xS.K. 2 жыл бұрын
@Abe Froman yeah, I seen the misspelling but figured someone will get some self satisfaction to correct me so left it
@LordRamen12 2 жыл бұрын
I think his last korean video he was actually in france during the beginning of it So he recorded the korean ones a while ago then was in france at he finished uploading and editing that one then from france he went to england
@Roheryn100 2 жыл бұрын
THRILLED to see you in London's Chinatown. I lived in central London for 17 years and it was one of my favourite places. Delighted to see I can still recognise street corners, shop fronts...🥰🥰🥰🥰 I am wondering when you were there...
@dailynnsp.o.v 2 жыл бұрын
For the ones who reads this just know this is only the beginning keep pushing, grinding, and fighting. Whatever it is in life you want to do to go after it life is to short. Life is a marathon not a sprint so go out there and live it up I hope all is well and goes well for you peace and one love! ✌🏽 🙏🏽
@stephenbarnett5533 2 жыл бұрын
I've been enjoying your videos for a lot three or four years before covid and I just want to say thank you for sharing your Chinese and specialties because I always love Chinese food and different types of food and it's nice to see you so and enjoying them as much as I would
@FernNicLaren Жыл бұрын
I just had my first hot pot experience and I wanted to drop a thank you to Mike for showing me what to do in all his hotpot videos ♥
@bixby451 2 жыл бұрын
Yesss, I’m visiting London in 5 months, so excited to try everything you had in this video 🤩 Thank you Mikey!
@TheLadyhypa 2 жыл бұрын
😂 can’t stop laughing when you asked is this “normal” to be sunny and raining 🌦at the same time, WELCOME TO LONDON my friend
@thejhp1 2 жыл бұрын
It never stops raining 😭
@jayryan7958 2 жыл бұрын
I crave hotpot after watching your videos, but I've actually never had it. I can't use chopsticks well enough. Yum. Hope you enjoyed London!
@vadiva08 2 жыл бұрын
Omg its the best thing ever
@jaykneegarner2479 2 жыл бұрын
Just use some tongs! No sense of denying yourself the hot pot of your dreams over a tiny technicality!
@jayryan7958 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the encouragement! Didn't know they offered tongs. Ready to find a spot near me.
@lillyrose3545 Жыл бұрын
@@jayryan7958 keep some chopsticks for beginners from Amazon on your person should you ever randomly find a hot pot.
@stvherrington 2 жыл бұрын
Really glad you enjoyed your visit to London more this time around! I have been to China Town loads of times, but I have not been to any of the restaurants you have visited. They are definitely next on my hit list when I am there again!
@LondonMermaid 2 жыл бұрын
I used to run food tours around Soho and Chinatown. I absolutely love the Bunhouse. It's like eating a meaty cloud. 😋
@jamesballantyne8349 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you discovered the British weather! and the food looks so good! thank you for showing London off so well!
@p3ngpong 2 жыл бұрын
I really want to go back London again to try these restaurants! Also, it was smart of the restaurant to print what kind of meat is inside the bun on it.
@hazeltiberiuslee7216 2 жыл бұрын
I'm watching the video rn but wanted to say I appreciate you and your crew cause I am cooking and eating better cause of u guys
@kp4185 2 жыл бұрын
Same!
@platesoftate7152 2 жыл бұрын
Loved seeing this video in London and that you rated the food! I love Bunhouse, the seasonal specials they do are always so amazing as well! Hope you've got some more London videos coming up!
@smashie2000 2 жыл бұрын
In the 80's I used to work on the edge of Chinatown, they have improved it so much!
@mihirphadke1256 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see another London video! Hoping there will be some more London food tours coming soon!
@abigailtorx 2 жыл бұрын
it’s so crazy to see mike in the chinatown i grew up going to, i’m glad he gave london another chance after the disaster that was his first trip here a few years ago
@matthewharty6531 2 жыл бұрын
When my friend used to live in wimbledon with a friend from Hong Kong, we went to the area where all the supermarkets are, on the ring road and went to an amazing restaurant. You know it's good when pretty much all of the clientel are of chinese origin. Food was superb
@fyioska 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you here! I live near London and have always walked through Chinatown with awe wondering where to try so thanks for these recommendations! You should try New Malden in South London for some Korean food while you are here too.
@tijay8507 2 жыл бұрын
I am Richmond ...Nr the park
@kp4185 2 жыл бұрын
I’m Sooooo ready for all these new travel videos! I’ve missed them so!
@shaizeenpersha582 2 жыл бұрын
I always feel that London’s Chinatown was really good it’s my fav place to go and be a foodie I’m glad you liked it and also visited the little stall first caus that’s one of my favs his cold noodles on a hot day are perfect !
@austinzhong2911 2 жыл бұрын
I've been waiting for a London video for so long! Thank you so much Mikey! :)
@riocaz 2 жыл бұрын
Great watching Mike walk past so many places with so many great food memories.
@westsideisdabest7825 Жыл бұрын
London is great for food just because it's so diverse in its offerings. If you know which parts of town are best for respective cuisine you can find some gems.
@Astrih_Konnash 2 жыл бұрын
Now I got two "whys' I must visit UK: 1) Historical places 2) Awesome food places
@spankmemyers4779 2 жыл бұрын
I recommend going to Portsmouth historical dockyard as it’s one of naval bases from the Dday invasion also another museum called the Dday museum which has a Sherman and one of the landing craft which you can go on
@Astrih_Konnash 2 жыл бұрын
@@spankmemyers4779 For sure! Tanks (pun intended) for the hint 😃
@spankmemyers4779 2 жыл бұрын
@@Astrih_Konnash an eggscellent pun 😂
@Astrih_Konnash 2 жыл бұрын
@@spankmemyers4779 You're most well-come 😉
@jennifertong135 2 жыл бұрын
I have very fond food memories of London Chinatown… One in particular is fried seaweed. Like a fine haystack of fried crispy seaweed. I’ve never seen it anywhere else!
@Hollyferris 2 жыл бұрын
It's made of lettuce/cabbage. Not sure why they call it seaweed. And they have that in every 'English' Chinese resturant in the UK. It's a British fave. Nothing you'll find in China though! But it's tasty 😊
@whitesonar 2 жыл бұрын
@@Hollyferris its spring cabbage usually
@lauramcmahon602 2 жыл бұрын
Yaaay! So glad to see you back in London. You didn't get a good experience the last time! Two of my favourite places in china town ( that are inexpensive and delicious) are Chinese Tapas House, they do great Chinese crepes and around the corner is Lanzoh Noodle Bar. Freshly made hand pulled noodles right in front of you!
@islamacewan5220 Жыл бұрын
Lanzhou my favourite as well, went there today! If you haven’t had the Dan Dan Lamian soup - definitely try it!
@Rain-jx1po 2 жыл бұрын
Bro I can't watch this man's videos with an empty stomach. I'm on a diet too 😭 everything looks so good
@glynismorris2196 2 жыл бұрын
You suffering too?! I almost ate my phone! 😄
@holymoley6019 2 жыл бұрын
Last time I was in London’s China town I couldn’t decide where to eat because everything looks amazing! I never thought I’d just eating everywhere 🤣🤣. Hope you are enjoying the UK! Hope you head north! Sheffield has some amazing independent restaurants and a growing Chinese community!
@FoodieMeatsFood 2 жыл бұрын
Omg you’re in London! I love the China town there! Look forward to seeing the rest of your videos in the uk!
@amyyates8273 2 жыл бұрын
We are heading to London in two weeks and you have given us fantastic ideas where to eat. Thanks!
@EatwithGabe 2 жыл бұрын
Great video Mike!!!! I love the variety of your content recently. Super cool! Also… you can never go wrong with 麻辣香锅
@93atri 2 жыл бұрын
1st Time Saw Chinatown London and its Delicacies !! Thanks Mike for this Vlog !!
@StatikV87 2 жыл бұрын
😂 Sent the dry hot pot back to the kitchen asking for it as hot as possible and got what he asked for. Mike Chen always chasing the heat and crying tears of spicy joy. lol
@Changelingheart 11 ай бұрын
I think he got too many of his spicy wishes this time!! 😅
@JMGaming32 2 жыл бұрын
I wanted to show you around the good spots in London! If only I knew you was coming 😭😭
@jonathanfinan722 2 жыл бұрын
Were, not was. I’m sorry that you missed out on primary school.
@anvitsidhu237 2 жыл бұрын
@@jonathanfinan722 Oh no, the Grammar General.
@daviddavis703 2 жыл бұрын
There are SO many better places to eat in London... it's like if I went to China and ate American food the whole time... makes little sense.
@olichimerax6834 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for some amazing looking and sounding recommendations!! Very excited to try the custard bun 😭 also wanna try and make the pumpkin dumplings myself haha
@FattieLovesFashion 2 жыл бұрын
It makes me so happy that you visited some of my favorite places in London! Definitely makes me feel like I’m eating right!!
@silverdoeGirl 2 жыл бұрын
Oh yay you're trying London again!!!! I LOVE Chinatown in London. I hope you have a better experience this time!
@justjan1 2 жыл бұрын
Your assessment of London weather is spot on
@justachick9793 2 жыл бұрын
I get weird looks when I say it, but London has some really outstanding Asian cuisine. I'm so glad you took time to check some of it out!
@sneer0101 2 жыл бұрын
Why would you get weird looks? Surely it must be from Americans who still live off a stereotype about British food from ww2. Britain has more michelin star restaurants per capita than a lot of countries. Including America.
@JustViperz 2 жыл бұрын
@@sneer0101 what? 🤣 They said nothing about America.
@BusterCherry1 2 жыл бұрын
@@sneer0101 American here. It's fairly well known that the UK has some world-class cuisine given the British Empire's cultural exchanges through colonialism.
@eligunthair11 2 жыл бұрын
The energy in every Chinatown you go to it’s very awesome
@zeni03 2 жыл бұрын
Ahh London Chinatown! I can finally be able to try out his recommendations!
@vezhopkins714 2 жыл бұрын
remember that most brits dont like a lot of spiciness so you have to ask for it XD glad you liked it though :) (im in the UK)
@redeye1016 2 жыл бұрын
I think it’s a generational thing because everyone I know loves spicy food - my parents generation not so much
@aliceswazi 2 жыл бұрын
Great to see how you enjoyed this small but amazing corner of London Mike!
@alexischeong 2 жыл бұрын
I like that the Chinese words on the buns are always right side up and readable for the viewers! Appreciate this little touch
@SadisticNail 2 жыл бұрын
Your videos always make me so hungry!! It makes me want to visit an asian country to try their food!! I have a friend who has been living in Korea, and she is always posting pics of the Market there. I will have her take me there some time! Thanks for another amazing video!!!
@Serialangel 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for coming to London!! I'd love to take you to the caribbean restaurants we have here, we have a large diaspora in the city. There's also a growing Columbian population so lucky to have great columbian food too
@bixby451 2 жыл бұрын
Colombian*
@Rex_426 Жыл бұрын
Oh my god, you went to my favourite dumpling house!! I work at the back of this place and my colleagues and I go here at least once a month. Would 10/10 recommend to anyone passing by!
@moloipeople 2 жыл бұрын
Welcome to London Mike! Must try the honey butter toast and the miso bacon pastry at Arôme Bakery in Covent Garden if you're still around!!
@serenalerice888 2 жыл бұрын
Shout out and big up to Mikey. Nice to see Mikey in London again. Best carry a travel rain -mac with you though, as you can almost get all four seasons in one day in the London, UK
@elroyvanderley6460 2 жыл бұрын
Love that you are in London! You should check out Supa -ya Ramen! They have a Reuben pastrami ramen!
@rohitdugar8056 2 жыл бұрын
I hope you realize that food isn’t cheap like it used to be and prices for everything everywhere is going to be up, just be happy there are great places to eat! Chinese food, or food in general won’t be cheap like it used to be for a while.
@kathyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Mike! Welcome to London! Chinatown is my favorite place in all of London. We’d love to see you around. We do enjoy your vlogs.
@adamcohen1570 2 жыл бұрын
Yes! Always look forward to when Mike comes to London, my home town. I can actually try some of his recommendations 😅
@haitolawrence5986 2 жыл бұрын
Nothing says London more than China!!!
@kimjegede4722 2 жыл бұрын
So happy to see you in London , I am a big fan.
@Nemrai 2 жыл бұрын
As someone who live in Europe. It's great to see a video about places I might have a chance to go to one day :)
@billttruong 2 жыл бұрын
I am glad that Mike Chen gets to try more and better food in London.
@haitolawrence5986 2 жыл бұрын
He didn't even try top quality traditional English food. 😏
@MisterDoo 2 жыл бұрын
@@haitolawrence5986 I hope he does try some at some point. What are some good examples of English dishes?
@FOFA1630 2 жыл бұрын
@@MisterDoo we don’t have any 😂😂😂
@dieushade 2 жыл бұрын
@@FOFA1630 That's what I was about to say... England is not very known for its gastronomy :)
@paulfeist 2 жыл бұрын
@@FOFA1630 Da fuq you don't! Fish and chips, a good "full fry-up" breakfast, Melton Mowbray pork pies, a steak and ale pie, a Scotch Egg... Don't underestimate your cuisine! I've been to the UK four times, and, I plan on returning in a year or two for more! (And, I'm gonna have another cheese plate with Branston Picke on the side! Something hard to get here, but, I keep a couple jars in the pantry).
@worldwide_cruising 2 жыл бұрын
*Your food Party 🥳 is so extremely satisfying and entertaining! The food looks so delicious too, my mouth is watering!* 😈🤤
@RantingGreekGamer 9 ай бұрын
*London is such an amazing city. Love it* 😍
@v-buckschan111 2 жыл бұрын
Hey , just wanted to say that you and your channel done a big help with me , with us , through rough times I , and preferably “we” , really appreciate for your content
@EmmaHubble 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Mike, so happy to see you in the UK! 🇬🇧
@markpriest589 2 жыл бұрын
Nice long episode.Thank you!
@Montisaquadeis 2 жыл бұрын
Hope Christine is as enthusiastic as you are about food Mike and hope she enjoys the travel and food as much as well
@binhpham-ow9vt 2 жыл бұрын
Mike is living the dream, he travels the world and get to eat good food everyday!
@MrChocoThunda 2 жыл бұрын
And he has a beautiful wife to travel with and eat with, … man im lonely :(
@js83 Жыл бұрын
Lol at what cost? He has aged quite a bit lately and is not looking too good. He should take time off and take care of his health but some of these "fans" just want him to keep stuffing food nonstop. They don't care about his health.
@AstarionWifey Жыл бұрын
@@js83 he works everyday bruh…chill out
@AstarionWifey Жыл бұрын
@@MrChocoThunda go out and meet people then 😂😂😂 stop moping,change your lifestyle and someone will gravitate
@amosand7476 2 жыл бұрын
Ohhh that egg custard bun I feel like going to London just for that
@unholyog 2 жыл бұрын
I love your videos!! You always make me hungry 😋😋😁😁
@awesomeadamfrom2099 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Mikey .
@Noon-jt7gi 2 жыл бұрын
Oh how handy, I’m going this weekend. I go to bun house often and if Mike makes a queue I’m going to be frustrated haha Mamasons ice cream next to the mochi cheese place is 👌
@larinalee858 2 жыл бұрын
Mike, your my ALTIMATE FOOD HERO!! THANK YOU!!
@pauledmonds3249 2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant, I've been thinking about going to London Chinatown for a while now. This has decided for me.
@ChinaDollTravels 2 жыл бұрын
12:22 this is the ultimate samurai helmet of spicyness perfect dish when it’s storming out.
@LbEternity 2 жыл бұрын
Loved the dim sum at Phoenix Palace in London several years ago. The interior was decorated beautifully too. Yumm!
@hubuda 2 жыл бұрын
I really like when we get Christine's opinion. Short, sweet and hilarious. We all can't eat straight fire like Mr. Chen there. It's nice to get someone else's take.
@lizvickers7156 9 ай бұрын
She will never come first in that marriage. He is selfish and arrogant. I am glad she is trying to be a lawyer. Hopefully she will then see him for the selfish and arrogant man he is.
@kaisergrendel 9 ай бұрын
@@lizvickers7156 How do you know this?
@beccachan8219 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing to see you in my home Country and places I've been before!
@irena-talita 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely DELICIOUS everything you eat is amazing ..🥰💕
@roxanasoldner4186 2 жыл бұрын
That dry Hot Pot looked good!
@geofjones9 2 жыл бұрын
That hot pot at 11:30 was enormous! Hope you had 4 other people to share it with! Looked delicious!
@bburton260 Жыл бұрын
Mike, Love your videos !
@Midnightpigeon666 2 жыл бұрын
My favourite guy in my city! 💖 I’m so so happy you enjoyed your time in london. We do seem to have a new obsession with “American Candy” stores. They seem to be everywhere, over priced and blasting out music 🤣
@trudyaustin9384 2 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the 🇬🇧 glad that you had a nice time xx
@tula_lula2662 2 жыл бұрын
Can't begin to say how excited I am that you are here in the UK! 🇬🇧
@smurphy1841 2 жыл бұрын
I grew up in London in the late 70’s and Britt love sweets, they had candy stores before it came to US and China town was there then too, it definitely looks great now but their Chinese food was amazing then too
@Bzzz911zzz 2 жыл бұрын
Welcome to London, enjoy your stay
@cwflowers1960 2 жыл бұрын
I love watching all of your videos
@090807006 2 жыл бұрын
I use surfshark since watching you so thanks and ur videos are so relaxing mike
@dm5791 2 жыл бұрын
As a petite half Chinese Asian woman myself... I'm in awe of Christine's ability to keep up with Mike's eating stamina because 4 of the buns itself would have kept me full for half a day 😂😂 i have no idea where Mike stores his food. Its like a bottomless stomach pit
@victorlui5955 2 жыл бұрын
Yay!!! Hi Mike Chen!!! London Dim Sum sounds delicious. 😊
@Weeping-Angel 2 жыл бұрын
It’s so cool how the baos have a character on top to tell you which is which.
@jarc002 2 жыл бұрын
It’s so cool to see that you went to crystal china, love that place
@mannythelimodriver6003 2 жыл бұрын
Go to the Golden Dragon in Gerrard street. One of the biggest and most popular restaurants amongst the Chinese community. I go there all the time
@vieibarra662 2 жыл бұрын
These foods looks good just by looking on the preview.. watching the rest of the video now.
@rasangisuraweera7031 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Mike greetings from Sri Lanka started using surfshark after watching your videos and ur videos are so relaxing so thanks for the content
@vichellerenae8639 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! I have been to London several times, but, how did I miss Chinatown! My favorite Chinatown......Singapore! It looks delicious!!!!
@HShango 2 жыл бұрын
Anyone that has been to London rarely misses out on Chinatown
@SynthhInHD 2 жыл бұрын
@@HShango I lived in London for 5 years and I never had an opportunity or the money to visit Chinatown :/
@joannemalilay2152 2 жыл бұрын
Finally, some delicious looking accessible food...
@tarathapa7647 2 жыл бұрын
So excited that now i can go and try in London. Thnak u mikey !
@iainww86 2 жыл бұрын
Happy you came back to London! After the last one, i’m not sure you were too impressed…
@mims_ye 2 жыл бұрын
You should definitely try the spicy dry pot at Crystal China next time! Even better and spicier than Jinli. I recommend getting the chicken wings and medium spice level
@nicolarosina2704 2 жыл бұрын
‘Is this weather normal?’ Yeah it’s called Britain 😅
@aliciaf1055 2 жыл бұрын
Really interesting! You went to mostly newer places in China Town - a lot of places I want to visit next time I'm in the area!
@Altroante 2 жыл бұрын
So happy. Thanks for spreading so much positivity! Really makes my day :)
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