With Lunar New Year taking place on February 17, this year celebrating the Year of the Horse, many south east Londoners may be looking to celebrate the festivities with a side of dim sum and spring rolls.
We’ve rounded up the best Chinese restaurants in Bromley based on ratings, number of reviews and what diners consistently praise on Tripadvisor – and why they are so popular:
Sanxia Renjia, Bromley
Tripadvisor rating: Around 3.5–4.0
Sanxia Renjia focuses on authentic regional Chinese cooking, particularly dishes inspired by Sichuan and Hubei cuisine.
The menu features both spice-led dishes such as boiled beef in chilli oil, mapo tofu, dry-fried green beans and fish served in hot oil, alongside more familiar UK-Chinese favourites like crispy shredded beef and sweet and sour dishes.
Tripadvisor reviewers regularly praise the menu for its depth of flavour, with diners describing the food as “packed with spice and depth without just being hot”.
Several customers also describe it as their “go-to local Chinese”, highlighting the freshness of the dishes and good value for money.
Treasure of China, Bromley
Tripadvisor rating: Around 3.5–4.0
Treasure of China offers a Cantonese-style menu suited to both casual meals and group dining for special occasions.
Diners can choose from classic starters, crispy aromatic duck, chow mein and beef ho fun, as well as seafood dishes, dim sum and set menus designed for sharing.
TripAdvisor reviewers frequently describe it as a “lovely local Chinese,” with particular praise going to its flavourful beef flat noodles, smoky wok-style cooking and generous portion sizes.
Oriental Garden, Bromley
TripAdvisor rating: 4.0
Winning a Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice award, Oriental Garden operates an all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet served to the table for a set price, offering a selection of starters, soups, crispy aromatic duck or lamb, Cantonese-style mains, noodles and vegetarian dishes.
Reviewers consistently praise the quality of the food and the value for money, with one describing it as “second to none”.
Several visitors say it is a popular choice for celebrations and family occasions, with one calling it the “perfect Sunday lunch buffet”.
Peking Diner, Bromley
Tripadvisor rating: Around 3.8–4.0
Reviews: About 190
With nearly 200 reviews, Peking Diner is one of Bromley’s more established Chinese restaurants on Tripadvisor.
The menu focuses on Cantonese and Peking-style classics, including spare ribs, sizzling beef, sweet and sour dishes, chow mein and a range of set menus for couples and larger groups. Both eat-in and takeaway options are available.
Reviewers often highlight the consistency of the food and service, with many saying they have been visiting for years. Popular dishes mentioned include the aromatic lamb and fillet steak, while several diners describe it as a reliable choice for special occasions.
Xian, Orpington
TripAdvisor rating: Around 4.4
Located in Orpington, Xian is one of the highest-rated Chinese restaurants in the wider Bromley area on Tripadvisor.
With hundreds of reviews, it is frequently praised for its sit-down dining experience and suitability for celebrations and family meals. The menu includes crispy duck, stir-fried meat dishes, noodles, seafood and house specials, alongside vegetarian options.
Tripadvisor reviewers describe the food as “delicious” and consistently well prepared, while others praise the friendly staff and comfortable atmosphere.
