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Pot and Rice

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4.6 out of 5 stars4.6(1,840 reviews)

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Quick info

+44 20 7287 6313
16A D'Arblay St, London W1F 8EA, United Kingdom

About Pot and Rice

On D'Arblay St in Soho, Pot and Rice is a Chinese restaurant built entirely around claypot rice, arriving bubbling hot with a crispy rice crust at the bottom. Recurring bowls include Chinese Salami and Chicken Pot and Rice and Korean Beef and Kimchi Pot and Rice, alongside a foie gras claypot rice as a premium option. Starters run to Taiwanese fried chicken and cheung fun, with prawn and crab roe versions of the rice noodle rolls. Diners can ask for chilli oil on the side if a dish needs more heat. The restaurant takes walk-ins rather than reservations, and booking discounts through platforms like theFork and Buymeego can be applied on the spot. WiFi and phone reception inside are limited.

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Menu & Prices

43 dishes · mains £4–39
  • Miso Soup£3.90
  • Tobiko & Foie Gras£13.90
  • Pan-Fried Foie Gras With Chinese Salami£38.90
  • Edamame£5.40
  • Garlic Soy Lettuce£7.90
  • Smashed Cucumber Salad£7.20
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Reviews

4.6/5
1,840 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention chinese sausage chicken claypot, korean beef kimchi claypot, taiwanese fried chicken and prawn cheung fun.

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Customer Review Summary

The Chinese salami and chicken claypot is the dish reviewers return to most, described as rich, comforting and tender, with one regular calling it a favourite after working through most of the menu. The Korean beef and kimchi pot comes close behind, with a runny egg yolk stirred through the rice, though two reviewers note it is marked spicy on the menu but is not spicy at all. Crispy rice at the bottom of the pot is repeatedly singled out as the best part. Taiwanese fried chicken and prawn cheung fun are the sides named most often, and the foie gras pot and fried oysters each earn individual praise. Complaints are fewer. One diner found the rice dishes a little oily, another found the food short on spice and the chilli oil salty, and one felt the young, friendly waiting staff were not attentive enough. One reviewer also reports no WiFi and very poor phone reception inside. Others describe quick service and pots arriving bubbling hot at the table.

Featured reviews

  • Google user
    “Had a really fantastic meal at Pot & Rice . I thoroughly enjoyed it and would easily head back! Starters Fried Oysters: What a absolute revelation. Having only tried oysters once or twice before, I’d never had them fried, but I am so glad I shied away from the safe option of fried chicken. Crispy, flavorful, and something I’d order again in a heartbeat. Pan-Fried Beef Dumplings: Very good, possibly some of the best dumplings I’ve had in a while. My only slight mental hurdle was comparing them to a incredible beef lumpia I had a few weeks back (maybe an unfair comparison, but it stuck with me!). Still, top tier. Mains Chinese Salami & Chicken Pot & Rice: Marinated in a delicious ginger soy sauce, this was pure comfort food. I wasn't entirely sure what went into the Chinese salami/sausage element, but it delivered a solid, rich combination of flavors alongside the tender chicken. Korean Beef & Kimchi Pot & RiceThe Korean Beef & Kimchee featured boneless Scottish sliced beef marinated in a sweet Korean-style soy, served with kimchee and an egg yolk. It was lovely! The tender beef was spot on, and breaking that rich, runny egg yolk to mix throughout the rice took it to another level. Whatever magic is in their signature Pot & Rice sauce, it brought everything together perfectly. Drink Lychee Bellini: Super sweet and refreshing. I think it works brilliantly as a standalone drink to kick off the meal. Plus, the uniquely angled glassware was a great touch. Atmosphere & Service The restaurant wasn't overly busy when we arrived, but by the time we left had built up just enough buzz to feel lively without being too loud to hold a conversation. The staff were polite, swift, and struck the right balance by not being overly attentive or hovering, which made for a relaxed dining experience.”
  • Google user
    “I had dinner at the Pot and Rice yesterday for the first time. I had high expectations based on the reviews and I was not disappointed. The service was super organised and fast. The food came very quickly, and it was delicious and so comforting. Loved the rice noodles starter, and the rice pot was so filling and with an amazing crust at the bottom. We ordered the minced pork rice noodles starter and the Korean Beef and Kimchi rice pot (which is marked as spicy in the menu, but it is not spicy at all). I am curious to try other dishes in their menu. I booked via theFork and had 30% off the food.”
  • Google user
    “My go-to whenever a claypot rice craving hits. I've worked my way through most of the menu by now, and the Chinese salami with chicken claypot is still my favourite. The Taiwanese fried chicken is a solid side, and the lemon tea and mango pomelo sago round the meal off nicely. Consistent, comforting, and reliably good every time.”
  • Google user
    “Finding a claypot rice in London with crispy crust and full-on wok aroma isn’t easy, but Pot and Rice nailed it! The Chinese sausage chicken and kimchi beef claypots were both crispy and flavorful—though I’m personally obsessed with the chicken, super tender and perfectly paired with the sausage 🤤. Starters like the salted corn and crab shrimp rice rolls, plus the cheesecake, were all solid hits. The vibe isn’t your typical cha chaan teng—it’s cozy, modern, and super Instagrammable 📸. Definitely coming back!”
  • Google user
    “One of my favorite restaurant in London - pot & rice! You can choose many different flavours and you never get tired since they always launch new flavours to surprise you. The Taiwanese crispy chicken is also highly recommend.”

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Good to know

“Pot and Rice Soho - Authentic Claypot Rice in London Pot and Rice Soho offers delicious and authentic claypot rice dishes in the heart of London’s vibrant Soho district. Our menu features a variety of flavorful options, from tender chicken and juicy seafood to rich beef, all served over perfectly crispy rice. Enjoy a modern twist on traditional Chinese cuisine in a cozy and stylish setting, perfect for lunches, dinners, or casual gatherings. Don’t miss our selection of handmade sides and refreshing drinks to complete your meal.”

  • Accessibility
    Wheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating

Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
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  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Location

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