Launched on 18 December 2018, Imperial Treasure London was the group’s first foray outside Asia. The Singapore-based company made the scope of their ambition abundantly clear by situating the restaurant in the most prestigious, exclusive enclave of Britain.
St James’s is the aristocratic heartbeat of London. The palace of the same name was built by Henry VIII and, although displaced by Buckingham Palace in the late 18th Century as the home of the British monarchy, such is its traditional importance ambassadors and high commissioners to the United Kingdom continue to be accredited to the Court of St James. Here too are the most prestigious gentlemen’s clubs (most now allow women to join), the auction houses, and Britain’s oldest wine merchant still in business, namely Berry Bros & Rudd – founded in 1698 – on 3 St James’s Street.
Imperial Treasure London is at 9 Waterloo Place, near the Haymarket Theatre, Royal Automobile Club, 67 Pall Mall and, as mentioned, Berry Bros & Rudd. The restaurant is in a heritage building where the original interior and exterior of the building cannot be altered. Apparently, King Charles is the landlord. The shops of Regent Street are just round the corner.
The cuisine is Cantonese but also with a nod to the British favourite, namely Peking Duck. Maipo Doufu is also available. Before and after dinner drinks being so important to the British consideration, the glittering bar at Imperial Treasure London has a place of prominence.
9-10 Waterloo Place, St James’s
