Chinese · Westminster
Imperial Treasure Fine Chinese Cuisine on Waterloo Place is a smart, upscale Cantonese restaurant where the roast duck is genuinely something special — reviewers rave about it as the best in London, and the set lunch menus offer a brilliant way to work through a spread of beautifully presented, authentic dishes without breaking the bank. The dining room is spacious enough for families to settle in comfortably, highchairs are available, the restaurant is buggy-accessible, and there's baby changing on site, making it more practical for younger children than the formal surroundings might suggest. There's no dedicated children's menu, so it suits families with children who are happy eating from the main or set menus — but for a special occasion Chinese meal in central London, it's hard to beat.
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