Chinese Breakfast in London
Discover our Chinese Breakfast in London
Bamboo Basket is a Chinese restaurant in Victoria, serving one of the only proper Chinese breakfasts in London.
Most mornings in London look the same: the usual coffee, the usual pastry, the usual queue. Bamboo Basket offers something different. Our Chinese breakfast is rooted in tradition, built around warm congee, rice noodles, steamed buns and dim sum, made fresh every morning.
Why Chinese Breakfast in London Is So Hard to Find
Chinese breakfast is a meal, a routine and a culture of its own. Across China, mornings often start with something warm, savoury and comforting: a bowl of congee, a steamer of dumplings, a plate of rice noodles. It’s a different rhythm from a Western breakfast, built for slow mornings and shared tables rather than something grabbed on the go.
In London, that kind of breakfast is still rare. Plenty of restaurants serve Chinese food for lunch and dinner, but very few open in the morning with a proper breakfast menu. Bamboo Basket does. For anyone searching for a Chinese breakfast in London, that makes us one of a small handful of places actually doing it, and doing it properly.
Whether you’re a local looking for a new morning routine, a visitor wanting to start your day with something authentic, or someone who grew up with these flavours and misses them, Bamboo Basket is here for you.
What’s On Our Chinese Breakfast Menu
Our breakfast menu draws on dishes eaten across China every morning, prepared fresh at Bamboo Basket rather than reheated or simplified for speed.
Congee – a gentle, slow-cooked rice porridge, often the first thing many people in China eat each day. Comforting, warm and endlessly adaptable depending on what’s added to it.
Rice noodles – light and versatile, served in a way that suits an easy, unhurried start to the day.
Steamed buns – soft, pillowy and simple, a staple of Chinese breakfast tables for generations.
Dim sum – small, carefully prepared dishes that work just as well in the morning as they do later in the day, offering variety without overwhelming the palate.
Together, these dishes give guests a genuine sense of what breakfast looks like across China, rather than a Westernised version built around convenience.
More Than Just Breakfast
While our Chinese breakfast is one of the most distinctive things we offer, it’s only part of what Bamboo Basket does. We also serve a dinner tasting menu for guests who want a guided journey through flavour, texture and technique later in the day, alongside authentic dim sum crafted with the same care as our breakfast dishes.
Chinese cooking is broad, and its strength often lies in balance. A good dish can be savoury, sweet, gentle, vibrant or pepper-led, depending on the ingredients and the method used. Whether guests come to us for breakfast, lunch or dinner, our role stays the same: presenting the food with confidence, clarity and a clear sense of style.
Where we work and How to Get Here
Bamboo Basket is based on Upper Tachbrook Street in Victoria, close to Pimlico, Westminster, Chelsea, Sloane Square, South Kensington, Green Park and St James’s. Wherever you’re travelling from in central London, we’re easy to reach by tube, bus, bike or on foot, and only a short journey from most central London postcodes.
Address: 22 Upper Tachbrook St, London SW1V 1SH
By tube: Victoria station is served by the District, Circle and Victoria lines, with National Rail connections into the same station, making us an easy stop for anyone travelling across London. From Victoria station, it’s a straightforward 10-minute walk to Upper Tachbrook Street.
By bus: Several bus routes run along Vauxhall Bridge Road and Victoria Street, connecting Victoria to Westminster, Chelsea, Pimlico and beyond, putting you within easy reach of Upper Tachbrook Street.
By car: We are just off Vauxhall Bridge Road. Street parking is available on Upper Tachbrook Street and the surrounding roads.
By bike: Upper Tachbrook Street is a quiet residential road and a relaxed place to lock up, with Santander Cycle docking stations available near Victoria Station.
Areas we cover
Bamboo Basket is based in Victoria, London, and we're proud to serve guests from across the surrounding area. Whether you're coming from Pimlico, Westminster, Chelsea, Belgravia or further afield, we're easy to reach and always ready to welcome you.
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If you're looking for Chinese breakfast in central London, we're one of the few restaurants doing it properly and we're closer than you think.
3 REASONS TO TRY CHINESE BREAKFAST IN Chelsea
Breakfast focus
Chinese breakfast is still hard to find in London, and Bamboo Basket is one of the few places doing it properly in Chelsea. From rice noodles to congee, every dish is made fresh using traditional recipes that bring real flavour to your morning.
A Calm, Welcoming Start to Your Day
From the moment you arrive, Bamboo Basket is set up to make your morning easy. Our team is attentive, the setting is warm and unhurried, and the food comes out fresh and ready to enjoy, exactly what a good breakfast should feel like.
Something Different for Every Guest
Whether you already love Chinese breakfast or you’re trying it for the first time, our menu has something to suit you. From light and comforting to bold and satisfying, there’s a dish for every appetite and every kind of morning.
Check out Chinese Breakfast Chelsea Menu
Come in, sit down and let us show you what a Chinese breakfast in London should taste like. For takeaway or home orders, please allow a little extra time at busy periods. Feel free to contact us for any questions or information you may need. You can also contact our team for allergy information about our dishes.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get an authentic Chinese breakfast in London?
Bamboo Basket, on Upper Tachbrook Street in Victoria, is one of the few restaurants in London serving a proper Chinese breakfast every morning. Our menu includes congee, rice noodles, steamed buns and dim sum, all made fresh rather than reheated.
What is typically eaten for Chinese breakfast?
A traditional Chinese breakfast usually centres on something warm and savoury rather than something sweet or grabbed on the go. Common dishes include congee (a slow-cooked rice porridge), rice noodles, steamed buns and small dim sum dishes, often shared across the table.
What time does Chinese breakfast service start?
Chinese breakfast at Bamboo Basket is served each morning alongside our regular breakfast hours. For our current opening times, please contact us directly, as hours can vary.
Is Chinese breakfast different from dim sum?
They overlap but aren’t quite the same thing. Dim sum refers to a style of small, shareable dishes that can be eaten at any time of day, while Chinese breakfast is a specific morning meal that often includes dim sum alongside congee, rice noodles and steamed buns.
Can I get Chinese breakfast as a takeaway?
Yes. Our Chinese breakfast dishes are available to eat in or take away, so you can enjoy congee, rice noodles, steamed buns and dim sum at the restaurant or collect them to go. Order online for collection.
Visit Bamboo Basket for Chinese Breakfast Chelsea
If you are ready to create a better start to the day with chinese breakfast chelsea, we would be pleased to welcome you to Bamboo Basket. Explore the menu, check our current options and visit us for a restaurant experience that is worth trying from Breakfast Chelsea.
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