Opium Chinatown, The Academy

This is my second timr at Opium and it is the same amazing quality restaurant/cocktail bar where I went to about 3 years ago. This time I came with a friend but to a different area than from last time which was also great. Opium is located in chinatown which is great to see and it is a perfect location to try other places plus it ks coviniently located close to Leicester Square. Opium is a great design, it is unique and it looks very modern. Their cocktails are amazing and the place isn't super expensive and some might think. Their dim sum is very good as well and the staff is friendly and cool individuals with greay energy. Honestly this is a must go if you are around Chinatown or around Leicester Square as it is super cool and there are many things to do around the area.

We arrived early doors (as they opened in fact) because we didn't have a reservation and headed up to the attic - be prepared for a few flights of stairs! We were seated at the bar which was such a treat to see the team mix the cocktails and get their expert advice. The guys are really passionate about their craft and it shows in the drinks - they're outstanding. We had some dim sum too - it came out piping hot and was absolutely delicious. It was such a great experience and highly recommend if you're in Chinatown.

We experienced the worst discrimination here.! Racists in China town!!! Very horrible place!!!! The beard guy asked us to order the second turn rudely and came to our table to push for a couple of times. And he asked us to promise to order the second turn. After I said no more alcohol bedded, he asked us to pay and leave within two minutes, while there’re other empty seats and tables. And our neighbour told us they ordered one turn and the guy didn’t ask them leave after payment. And we complained and requested an apologize but they made it worse. They only said sorry coldly and did nothing else which made us less respected. And they even asked someone waiting for us nearby the door. We had to call the police and kept talking with police to ensure we can go downstairs safely.