Asian Food in London | Where to Eat ESEA Cuisine: Markets, Supperclubs & Pop-Ups

NOVA ESEA
3 days ago
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Updated 20 November

London is one of the best cities in the world to explore Asian food — not just in its restaurants, but in the bustling street markets, creative supperclubs, and independent stalls run by East and Southeast Asian (ESEA) communities.

This living guide maps out our favourite ESEA food makers across London. Many of them we’ve interviewed or met through events, and all of them represent the richness of diasporic cuisine. Expect bold flavours, family recipes, unexpected fusions, and a whole lot of heart.

We'll keep adding to this list as we discover more.

If you're a food stall, supperclub or pop-up, we should know about it. Contact us at info@novaesea.com

Street Food Markets

From night markets to daytime street fairs, these ESEA food stalls serve up everything from karaage to Hong Kong noodles, momo to Pad Thai.

Banzai Kitchen — Japanese street food from a mother-daughter duo. Try their karaage rice bowl. Read our interview →
Sen Noods — Comforting East Asian noodles from a Vietnamese-Chinese family recipe. Discover their story →
Cantoast — Hong Kong-style French toast served hot and golden. Read now →
Wheelcake Island — Taiwanese pancakes with Japanese influence, fluffy and filled. See full article →
Pho Street Eats — Bowls of steaming pho with an authentic twist. Meet the owners →
Nepalese Tibetan Street Fusion — Dumplings, spice blends and warming dishes from Himalayan regions. Featured in Issue 01 →
Rice Burger Zen — Japanese-inspired rice burgers and fusion bites. Featured in Issue 02 →
Pad Zen Thai — Freshly made Pad Thai and Thai street snacks in the heart of Southbank. See full feature →
My Kids Are Hungry — Family-run stall brings Vietnamese comfort to Southbank: crispy bánh mì, pan-fried bao, generous portions. See full article →

Cafes, Delis & Hidden Gems

Not just event-based, some of our favourite ESEA-owned spots have a permanent home:

RAYA — A lesser-known gem spotlighted for its unique Southeast Asian flavours. Featured in Issue 03 →
Katsute100 — A Japanese tea room with mochi cakes and stunning aesthetics. (Islington, Covent Garden and Brick Lane branches) Follow their Instagram →

Supperclubs & Pop-Ups

Whether it’s hosted in a home, gallery or warehouse, these ESEA-led supperclubs offer intimate menus and creative storytelling through food.

swilipino — A bold culinary fusion of Swedish and Filipino heritage, Swilipino serves up inventive dishes that celebrate cultural crossover. @swilipino
135 Supperclub — A roving East Asian-inspired supperclub focused on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Expect elegant plating, thoughtful storytelling, and an intimate communal dining vibe. @135supperclub
Homi Kitchen — A heartfelt Singaporian supperclub and creative project rooted in themes of home, family, and diaspora. @homikitchen.uk