3 Gorges is a refined Chinese restaurant at 36 Goodge Street in Fitzrovia, named for the dramatic region surrounding the Yangtze River. Led by Chef Qian, the kitchen connects Cantonese technique with flavours and culinary traditions from Hubei. Its elegant dining rooms extend across three floors, creating a polished setting for an intimate meal, a celebration or a longer tasting experience.
Hand crafted dim sum is central to the menu, with colourful xiao long bao joined by black truffle har gau, mala chive prawn dumplings and scallop dumplings seasoned with XO sauce. Crisp small plates and carefully prepared appetisers add contrasting textures and encourage the table to share several flavours before the main courses arrive.
Signature dishes give the restaurant its most distinctive character. Eight Treasure Duck is prepared as a generous centrepiece, while Peking duck, Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, black pepper Angus beef and slow cooked Iberico pork display the kitchen’s range. Rich sauces, precise cooking and luxurious ingredients are balanced by vegetables and aromatic seasonings rather than allowed to overwhelm them.
Noodles, rice, seafood and desserts complete the selection, and the menu can be explored through à la carte dishes or structured multi course experiences. Private rooms provide a more secluded setting for groups, while thoughtful service guides diners through unfamiliar preparations and suitable drinks. The result is an ambitious Fitzrovia restaurant that presents regional Chinese cooking with clarity and occasion.
Address: 36 Goodge Street, Fitzrovia, London W1T 2QN, United Kingdom
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