Din Tai Fung Canary Wharf to open its doors on Wednesday 26 February 2025 with exclusive menu items – 05.02.25

Din Tai Fung, the globally acclaimed Taiwanese restaurant renowned for its authentic dining experiences, is delighted to announce the official opening date of its fourth UK restaurant in Canary Wharf. Doors will open on Wednesday 26th February at Crossrail Place, offering East Londoners their first taste of the world-famous Xiao Long Bao and other culinary delights.

The 112-seat restaurant, complete with a private dining room for 16, offers a captivating dining experience. The central Show Kitchen allows guests to witness the artistry of the chefs handcrafting each Xiao Long Bao with the signature 18 folds. The elegant interiors blend traditional Chinese elements with modern design, creating a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere.

Canary Wharf Exclusive Dishes

Alongside the signature menu, guests will find two brand new additions inspired by Din Tai Fung’s global locations and crafted with local ingredients to evolve the dining experience beyond the celebrated Xiao Long Bao soup dumplings. These dishes expand the culinary repertoire while staying true to the precision and quality for which the restaurant is known and showcase their commitment to innovation. The new menu items are:

  • Mouthwatering Chicken in Spicy Sauce: An elevated version of a classic staple. Slices of tender chicken thighs, dressed with Din Tai Fung signature spicy sauce (£11.50), are delicious on their own but even better paired with the crisp, refreshing taste of Din Tai Fung’s Craft Lager.
  • Beef Tenderloin with Broccoli: Premium grass-fed angus beef fillets from Ireland sourced from local butcher, Butcher & Edmonds, assorted bell peppers, and broccoli tossed together in garlic oyster sauce in a fiery wok (£25.00). The rich, savoury notes of this dish are perfectly complemented by the smooth, nuanced flavours of our curated artisanal Akashi-Tai Sake range.

Alongside the two exclusive new dishes, the menu will also feature a recently launched menu item perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch: the Chicken Cutlet & Egg Fried Rice (£19.50). This flavourful dish features wok fried Clarence Court Leghorn White Eggs coating every grain of Taikeng No. 9 Rice imported from Taiwan, served with a crispy chicken cutlet. A delicious twist on their signature pork chop egg fried rice, this dish offers a satisfying and convenient dining option for those on the go.

Din Tai Fung’s Perfect Setting: Canary Wharf

The vibrant and dynamic Canary Wharf with its blend of world-class business and leisure offerings, provides the perfect backdrop for experiencing the culinary excellence of Din Tai Fung. From the stunning public art installations to the surprising array of green spaces, there’s something for everyone in this bustling neighbourhood. Enjoy up to three hours of free parking on weekends and Bank Holidays with a £10 purchase at participating retailers and explore all that Canary Wharf has to offer. It’s effortless and a perfect location for everyone, from groups of friends and energetic families to busy commuters and solo diners.

Booking Information

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Notes to Editors

About Din Tai Fung

Ranked as one of the world’s Top 10 Best Restaurants by The New York Times, Din Tai Fung has its roots dating back to Taiwan more than 60 years ago. The arrival of Din Tai Fung in UK in 2018 made waves in the local dining scene; and has since built a huge following with its famous signature Steamed Pork Xiao Long Bao and other classic dishes.

Din Tai Fung is devoted to authentically capturing Taiwan’s dining experience globally. Known for its meticulous craftmanship, the brand focuses on quality produce and sourcing native ingredients from Taiwan, to ensure a consistent level of quality and to provide guests with an authentic dining experience.

With three outlets in London, Din Tai Fung Covent Garden is the brand’s flagship London restaurant located in the heart of the city’s theatre and entertainment district. The brand’s second London restaurant Din Tai Fung Selfridges, opened in early 2021, in the iconic shopping destination. Din Tai Fung Centre Point is the brand’s third and latest London restaurant, located at one of the West End’s most recognisable landmarks in Tottenham Court Road. With capacity for up to 218 covers, the restaurant serves the same menu as its sister sites but with the additional offering of a dedicated bar area – a world first for the brand. All three restaurants have the brand’s signature open plan kitchen, allowing guests to observe chefs mastering the iconic Xiao Long Bao.

To date, the celebrated Taiwanese restaurant has 160 branches in 14 territories such as Singapore, Thailand, UK, Australia, China, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, South Korea, UAE, and USA.  

About BreadTalk Group

Founded as a bakery brand in Singapore in 2000, BreadTalk Group has rapidly expanded to become an award-winning F&B Group that has established its mark on the world stage with its bakery,  and food atrium footprints. With over 660 retail stores spread across 14 markets in Asia, Middle East and United Kingdom, its brand portfolio comprises direct owned brands such as BreadTalk, Toast Box, Food Republic, Food Junction, Sō Ramen, Thye Moh Chan and partner brands such as Din Tai Fung, Song Fa Bak Kut Teh, and Wu Pao Chun Bakery.

The Group has a network of owned and franchised bakery outlets in markets across Asia and the Middle East. It also operates the world-renowned Din Tai Fung restaurants in Singapore, Thailand and London as well as the award-winning Food Republic food atrium in markets such as Singapore, Thailand, Greater China, and Malaysia.

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About Canary Wharf Group (‘CWG’)

Canary Wharf Group (CWG) is the developer of the largest urban regeneration project in Europe. CWG develops, manages and currently owns interests in approximately 9 million square feet of mixed-use space and over 1,100 Build to Rent apartments. Canary Wharf’s retail offering is ranked the UK’s number one shopping destination by Green Street.  

CWG is committed to turning sustainability ambition into impactful action. Examples include purchasing 100% electricity from renewable sources since 2012, our partnership with the Eden Project creating a place for nature and people and working to deliver our Science-Based Targets.

CWG has created a 24/7 city where people can live, work and thrive and enjoy all the benefits that Canary Wharf provides: great transport links, access to 16.5 acres of green spaces and waterside living; and a wide range of amenities including an award-winning arts and events programme. Canary Wharf’s retail and leisure offer includes over 80 bars, cafes and restaurants and more than 320 shops, including 8 grocery stores, pharmacies and health clubs all within 15 minutes’ walk. CWG recorded its highest annual footfall of more than 72 million to its retail malls in 2024. 

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