蜀一蜀二 Shu La La

This BBQ place is amazing — all grilled over real charcoal, not the fake fried-then-grilled kind. The meat is super juicy and tender, full of smoky flavor. The owner proudly said the seasoning is flown in from China — I can’t really tell, but who cares, it tastes fantastic! Totally recommend!

I had a great experience at Shu La La. The food was excellent — the barbecue skewers were especially delicious, and the malatang was rich and full of flavour. The service was friendly and attentive throughout our meal. They even surprised us with a free dessert, which was absolutely delicious! Overall, a very happy and satisfying dining experience. I’ll definitely be coming back.

Really great authentic Sichuan food. Incredible strong flavours with amazing dishes. So happy to get Chinese vegetable dishes and amazing Sichuan beef stews. Really underrated and the shop is easy to miss but if you’re a local and love Sichuan dishes it’s worth a try - reccomended to eat with friends so you can try different dishes.

The weather has turned cold lately, so I went back to North London for my favorite barbecue. The highlight is that this place uses pure charcoal grilling, which gives that authentic charcoal aroma every good barbecue should have. 🔥 I have friends from UCL who used to live on Holloway Road, so I often passed by this place. I’ve also heard that their boiled dishes are delicious, which is great news for those who love bold flavors! 👍 I’ve been there several times and tried quite a few dishes. Here are my personal top recommendations: ✅ Grilled Lamb Chops: Generous portion with that delicious charcoal-grilled aroma! ✅ Lamb Skewers, Beef Skewers, and All Kinds of Skewers: You can’t go wrong with any of them—the heat control and seasoning are just right, and the flavor really soaks in. Plus, they don’t deep fry the meat before grilling, so it stays tender and not greasy. ✅ Mao Xue Wang (Spicy Blood and Tripe Hot Pot): I absolutely rave about their Sichuan dishes! The ingredients are deeply infused with flavor, and the chili oil is incredibly fragrant!

Amazing food! The grilled fish, beef short ribs, lamb skewers, sausage, squid, and fried noodles were all absolutely fantastic. Everything was cooked perfectly and tasted incredible. Highly recommend! Will definitely be back.

Came here with friends for a casual dinner, no big expectations — but every dish was spot on. The aubergine & green beans reminded me of home-style cooking back in China. The beef brisket hotpot was tender, tomato rice super flavourful, and the lamb chops were huge! Prices are very reasonable too. But the real standout? The lamb skewers. Properly marinated, grilled fresh with that smoky, cumin-rich flavour — easily among the best I’ve had in London. Only ordered three, but next time I’m definitely coming back for beer and skewers!

Tried for the first time and really enjoyed the food here. 😋The skewers were super tasty!~ especially the lamb and beef, full of flavour without being too salty. I also had the spicy dry pot with prawns, lotus root, potato, spam and cabbage — everything was well-cooked and coated in a really nice, fragrant spice mix. Not too oily either. Finished with the jasmine jelly which was light and refreshing. Service was friendly and the place felt calm during off-peak hours. Will definitely go back!

- Best value BBQ in London! Incredibly delicious and affordable - four of us feasted for around £80! The skewers are perfectly seasoned, not greasy, and packed with flavor. Service is lightning-fast, and the £2 giant pot of jasmine tea is a steal (they should open a tea house!). Located near Angel, it's a local favorite and super convenient for UAL/UCL students. A must-try for BBQ lovers!