Old Town 97

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  Julio Salvador

  ·1 month ago

  “Very busy and rightfully so. Starting with their welcoming way of greeting us to taking their time explaining their menu, the service was excellent. Their recommendations were perfect. The Cantonese duck, pork belly and rice, fried shrimp noodles, and ginger broccoli were very delicious. Everyone was enjoying their food. Definitely recommend this place.”

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  Sarah Watt

  ·1 month ago

  “I am so so glad I found this place on my way to a day out at the museums with my daughters. Food came super quick, was absolutely delicious and would 100% recommend! We had the Hor Fun, Duck Egg noodles and wonton soup. I can recommend all of it. Amazing place and will come here again.”

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  Supersupergirl

  ·2 months ago

  “LSE fried rice at old town 97, Leicester square. Tried two branches and this place seems a bit run down. Thankfully only had one dish the lse fried rice which was fried rice topped will fried egg, fatty pork chops and egg drop sauce. Sadly the rice, the star of the show was a major let down but a common let down in a majority Chinese places. Dry and hard but not undercooked. Not even the egg drop sauce could rescue it. Afghan egg drop soup is nicer than this. Pork chop was chewy and fatty, the only decent thing was the fried egg. Overall, probably best to anyway but sadly you can't get carb fix here, not even the table next to us were satisfied with their plain rice. I feel like Chinese food is a waste of money, better spent on a mcdonalds or wetherspoons in that respect.”

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  Ann Annika

  ·5 months ago

  “The place is really busy (at most times) especially on the weekend, the line outside can be quite long but it does move quite fast. The food itself was good, waiters were definitely rushing us to order and not the nicest when we politely asked for 2 more minutes- nevertheless I assume it’s because they want people in and out fast which we understand. Food comes out pretty fast which is another bonus and the restaurant’s location is easy to find in the heart of Chinatown.”

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  Emmie Wong

  ·6 months ago

  “I ordered a beef brisket noodle (ho fun), it was delicious. Just like the beef brisket Ho fun in Hong Kong, feel like I’m eating in Hong Kong. Loved it!!! (As I’m from Hong Kong) Good price with the food and student discount! I had a suitcase, and they have a really good service where they helped me to store my suitcase in a safe space. Food and service 10/10 ♥️🥰🤩”

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  Michael Chan

  ·6 months ago

  “Had to wait about 5mins tp be seated. Food arrived relatively quickly. Hor fun has wok hei, tasty and full of ingredients. Mee goreng also has the wok hei, tasty and nicely fried with sufficient ingredients such as fresh prawns, fish cake, eggs, and tow gey. The spicy wan ton was also good with the right amount of spice, chilli and shallots.”

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  SW Cool

  ·8 months ago

  “The beef brisket dishes here are absolutely delicious! We had the curry beef brisket with rice and the beef brisket noodle soup — both were packed with flavour and cooked beautifully. The roasted duck was a little overdone, but still tasted great. We also ordered choi sum, which was very fresh and juicy. Overall, it was a truly satisfying dinner. And I have to mention — the staff were all very friendly, helpful, and genuinely lovely. 10 out of 10. Can’t wait to come back again!”

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  derek neo

  ·10 months ago

  “The roast duck and meat were succulent, and the LSE fried rice was a interesting twist. Love that they serve Malaysian dishes too - great variety. A cozy spot for a satisfying meal!”

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  splashwww

  ·11 months ago

  “Old Town 97 has earned its near-30-year reputation, and one visit makes it clear why. This Cantonese institution remains a Thursday after-school ritual for me and my friends, and it never disappoints.The signature BBQ duo roast duck and char siu is non-negotiable. The skin shatters with crispness, the meat stays succulent, and every plate arrives piping hot thanks to traditional air-drying and high-heat roasting. Fat renders perfectly, leaving behind pure flavor and texture. It’s flawless every time.The stir-fried beef ho fun is another standout: silky, chewy rice noodles infused with unmistakable wok hei. You can almost picture the flames leaping as the chef works the pan. We also sampled the new rotating egg-wrapped fried rice available 12 p.m.–5 p.m. in tomato sauce, curry, or black pepper with your choice of protein and had the curry baked pork chop rice and LSE fried rice. I went with tomato sauce and beef generous, hearty, and deeply satisfying. Timing matters; arrive within the window to catch it fresh.Verdict: Old Town 97 isn’t just surviving—it’s thriving on authenticity, consistency, and soul. A true Chinatown essential.”

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  Jenny

  ·1 year ago

  “Delicious Cantonese food! The 3 kind of BBQ roasted meat was so flavorful and tender, with just the right sweetness. The beef with egg sauce on rice was tasty and came in a big portion that’s definitely filling. I loved the roast duck noodle soup — the broth is light and the duck was juicy and well-seasoned. Great flavors and generous portions. Will definitely come back!”

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