Pleasant find hidden in a cute mews in Central London. Barely 5min walk from the hustle and bustle of Oxford Circus is this authentic no frills Chinese Noodle eatery located in a fantastic pub. The noodles are well flavoured and come with a range of toppings suitable for vegetarians, vegans and meat eaters. The portions are in keeping with central London so will be adequate but you will not struggle to finish a bowl (and trust me, you will want to). Spicy Congqing noodles are well cooked with a bit of bounce in the noodle and can be tailored spice level wise. Mild is a good level if you are unsure with enough heat to make you notice but no much you will be running to the nearest fire extinguisher. Spicy beef is the pick of the toppings for me with its tender and umami flavour edging out a more neutral pork mince. The hot & sour glass noodles are phenomenal at any spice level and are thick which gives a satisfying taste when paired with the hot and sour broth and toppings. The numbing wontons are a little disappointing given how good their noodles are, the flavour comes mostly from the numbing chilli oil it is served in (this can also be tailored). It is a tasty combination and worth a try to give you variety, but on my next visit I think I will order two noodles instead! Ample seating is available as you can eat in the dedicated seating area in the basement (where you order) or any of the seating in the pub on the ground floor. Premises are kept clean and tidy and staff are friendly and helpful. To add to this, the pub stocks a great selection of drinks, lagers being a great accompaniment to a bowl of heart warming noodles.

Down the rabbit hole and into a wonderful land of authentic Chongqing noodles. 😋 The way into this restaurant is a fun adventure in itself as it is located underneath a pub which you have to enter through. Almost like a secret mahjong den underground. Amazing xiaomian! I ordered the vegan xiaomian mild and it was the perfect heat level for me. You have to choose between mild, spicy, or extra spicy. Most people were ordering the xiaomian when I was there but they also serve glass noodles which can be ordered vegan & gluten free. The glass noodles have a more sour flavored broth and contain cilantro. Pretty loud both upstairs and down. You can bring a beer to drink with your food from the pub upstairs.