Hakkasan

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  Hakkasan

  8 Hanway Place London W1T 1HD uk
  

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  missynm

  17th November 2008

  they got everything right

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  Yes its pretty pricey, but i'd say you definitely get what you pay for! An usual setting, Hakkasan is to be found down a side street of tottenham court road, very discreet. You are greeted at the door and make your way directly down steps into the basement of the building. Service is equally discreet but friendly and attentive. The way the restaurant is set out with decorative wooden screens separating the dining and bar areas work really well and even though the place is noisy (seating a couple of hundred people) the low lighting and choice of music creates a sense of privacy at your table. And the food completely matches up to the setting. The dim sum platters are great as is the clay pot poussin. I guess its possible some customers are pretentious types but if you pay attention to the environment that has been created rather than those sat at other tables i dont see why you wouldnt have a fabulous time. Perfect for a special occasion.

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  Hakkasan

  8 Hanway Place London W1T 1HD uk
  

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  Weeboo

  29th August 2008

  Dim sum, yum!

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  This is by far one of the best dim sum restaurants I've tried in London. I cannot recommend the food enough. My mouth is watering right now as I type this *grin*.
  
  The surroundings are suitably trendy, with an almost nightclub feel. Its lively and tends to get very loud in there. A good venue choice for a social night out with workmates or a hen party.
  
  Regrettably, the service can feel overstretched or inattentive. Last time I dined here I waited over half an hour for the food to arrive after it had been ordered, and that was only after nudging the waiter. Considering how pricey the menu is, they could do more to improve the service.
  

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• 5

  Hakkasan

  8 Hanway Place London W1T 1HD uk
  

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  gerrymc

  19th September 2007

  Best Chinese ever

  Current

  Took my lady out for a birthday meal.
  
  Dim Sum to start was exceptional as where the Jasmine tea smoked ribs I had. Singapore Roast Chicken & Sha-Cha rib-eye beef where both exceptional. Highly recommended but not a weekly expense!

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  Hakkasan

  8 Hanway Place London W1T 1HD uk
  

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  shelo9

  5th May 2007

  When you feel like being spoilt...

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  Cocktails are good. My main meal was not amazing but i think that was due to bad luck that night. Arrived early so the staff let us sit in the bar and then they called us when the table was ready. You have to leave by a certain time, but it was ample enough time for us.
  
  My friend's meal was good. The atmosphere is black and trendy but sometimes its nice to have that vibe in your life. Book in advance, dress fabulously and remember that its going to be an expensive night and you will love it.

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  Hakkasan

  8 Hanway Place London W1T 1HD uk
  

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  Hugo

  23rd April 2007

  Would rather not go back

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  Not my cup of tea. I thought it was rather over-trumped, try hard and pretentious. I debated whether to give it one star or two.
  
  The food was average and I thought that the noisy bar/ nightclub feel was rather irksome.
  
  Quite amusing for people watching but looking round I realised that it was more curiosity/ horror rather than genuine interest. There were a surprising number of families where it looked like the parents were trying to impress the kids with their trendyness. There were also a suprising number of couples, who mostly seemed more interested in seeing who was looking at them.
  
  I should think that some people would love this place and the surroundings but not me.
  
  I fear I sound a bit like a grumpy old codger.

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  Hakkasan

  8 Hanway Place London W1T 1HD uk
  

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  qwghlm

  7th March 2007

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  Cool decor, the food is great and the cocktails superb. But beware the prices; it's best to save this for when you want to impress someone, or you don't have to foot the bill.

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  Hakkasan

  8 Hanway Place London W1T 1HD uk
  

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  maisaac

  19th February 2007

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  Well documented and popular but lives up to the hype with tasty treats and cool cocktails. One of my favorites in London.

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  Hakkasan

  8 Hanway Place London W1T 1HD uk
  

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  arisp

  11th January 2007

  One of the best places in London...

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  ... if what you're looking for is somewhere smart, dark, with a very cool interior and perfect ambience that makes great cocktails.
  
  If you're visiting the restaurant which quite good if a bit pricey make sure you book way in advance - especially for a Friday or Saturday night.

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  Hakkasan

  8 Hanway Place London W1T 1HD uk
  

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  caffeinehit

  8th November 2006

  Awesome Cocktails

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  OK. The 5 star rating is for the cocktails. They are, without a doubt the best (other than in Zakudia) that I have had in London. Brilliant.
  
  The food is good but like Sokratis points out both drinks and food are expensive.
  
  Brilliant ambience and decor though and perfect if you're on your way out in the West End. Dress code is ok, no trainers but jeans are alright. If you are just going to be bar you don't need to book in advance, if you want a table I'd recommend it.
  
  Cocktails = Thumbs Up...

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  Hakkasan

  8 Hanway Place London W1T 1HD uk
  

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  shima

  6th October 2006

  Nice and Modern Interior

  Current

  I think this place is great for special occasions or business dinners, as it is pretty pricey. The place is always busy and fully booked, hence can be crowded. For those of you who like Zuma or Cocoon, you would like this place! The food is very tasty, especially their "dim sum". Also the coctails are highly recommended.

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