5 /5 Hebe L: I always saw queues outside Old Town 97 in Chinatown, so I was pleasantly surprised to find a Brentford branch just a few stops from home. I’ve been craving proper HK-style cha chaan teng food, and this really delivered.
The place is new, spacious, and lively even on a Tuesday. The staff were lovely, one waitress chatted with me in Mandarin, which instantly made me feel at home.
Our favourites:
• Roast Duck (half): crispy skin, juicy, super flavourful.
LSE Pork Chop Fried Rice: the must-order! Silky egg fried rice with baked pork chop and soft-yolk egg.
Braised Beef Brisket: melt-in-your-mouth with sweet radish.
Black Truffle Mushrooms: aromatic, juicy, surprisingly addictive.
Great food, generous portions, warm service. So glad this branch opened nearby — I’ll definitely be back!