Din Tai Fung, the highly coveted and Michelin Guide recognised Taiwanese dumpling hotspot, is set to launch its much anticipated third London site at Centre Point, the West End’s most recognisable landmark.
Opening on 1 October, Din Tai Fung Centre Point will serve their iconic Xiao Long Bao — steaming hot soup dumplings – which has rightly earned them a ‘cult-like following’ the world over, popular with celebrities and food-lovers alike.
Din Tai Fung Centre Point will serve the same menu as its sister sites in flagship Covent Garden and Selfridges but will have its own personality reflected in the design; the 13,500sq ft space which seats 218 will offer a chic dining experience with floor-to-ceiling double-height windows on both sides. Also unique to this site will be a large separate bar area, the go-to place for post-work cocktails and evening drinks, serving the brand’s signature cocktails Din, Tai and Fung, alongside well-loved classics.
In addition to various iterations of their signature Xiao Long Bao, customers can also enjoy a varied menu of handmade dumplings and delicious rice and noodle dishes. Also popular are treats such as the Salted Egg Yolk Custard Lava Buns, which offer a sweet twist on the classic Din Tai Fung’s steamed buns. Excitingly, diners will have dishes delivered to them by robots, providing a unique dining experience.
At the heart of Din Tai Fung is the culinary craftmanship that goes into the art of making Xiao Long Bao. Each Xiao Long Bao undergoes 40 minutes of hand preparation of rolling, filling and folding to create 18 precise folds, with a dedicated Dian Xin dim sum chef at each phase to ensure the highest standards. To celebrate this artistry and skill, Din Tai Fung Centre Point will have an open kitchen at the centre of the restaurant.
