Chinese Restaurant Chelsea

Authentic Dim Sum Dishes, Crafted with Care at Zheng Chelsea

Authenticity matters to many diners, but it should not feel rigid or difficult. At Bamboo Basket, our kitchen aims to create dim sum and other dishes that feel true to Chinese cuisine while still being approachable for a wide range of guests. That means careful preparation, balanced seasoning and attention to the techniques that help dishes taste their best.

Chinese cooking is broad, and its strength often lies in balance. A good dish can be savoury, sweet, gentle, vibrant or pepper-led, whether it reflects familiar comfort or the bolder character of Sichuan cooking, depending on the ingredients and the method used. Some diners are drawn to the heart of the cuisine through familiar flavours. Others enjoy discovering something new. In both cases, our role is to present the food with confidence, clarity and a clear style.

We also know that the experience of dining matters as much as the dishes themselves. A good restaurant should feel easy to use, easy to understand and easy to return to. That is why we value clear service, a welcoming table and a calm, sophisticated atmosphere where guests can focus on enjoying the meal without a long wait.

Getting Here from Chelsea

Bamboo Basket is on Upper Tachbrook Street in Victoria, about a mile and a half from Chelsea, an easy walk or a very short hop on the tube.

On foot: It’s a straightforward 25-30 minute walk. Head north-east from Sloane Square along Sloane Street, then cut through Eaton Square and onto Elizabeth Street, continuing towards Victoria and turning onto Upper Tachbrook Street just past the market. Alternatively, follow King’s Road onto Pimlico Road and up through Ebury Street for a quieter, more residential route. It’s flat, well signposted, and easy to follow the whole way.

By tube: Sloane Square station is on the District and Circle lines. Both run direct to Victoria in about 3 minutes, just one stop away. From Victoria station, it’s a 10-minute walk to Upper Tachbrook Street.

By bus: Several buses running along King’s Road and Sloane Street, including the 11 and 211, connect Chelsea directly to Victoria Station, putting you within easy reach of Upper Tachbrook Street.

By car: We are just off Vauxhall Bridge Road. From Chelsea, the most direct route is along Sloane Street and through Grosvenor Place towards Victoria. Street parking is available on Upper Tachbrook Street and the surrounding roads, though Sloane Street itself can be slow at peak times.

By bike: It’s a quick, mostly flat ride along Sloane Street or through Eaton Square. Santander Cycle docking stations are available at Sloane Square and near Victoria.