Happy London

You're walking past the neon chaos of Piccadilly Circus when you duck into Happy and suddenly the noise fades. It's all dark wood, warm lighting, and enough visual interest that you're not just staring at your date across the table. The menu swings between proper dim sum—har gau that don't arrive cold, pork belly buns—and more inventive Asian-inflected plates that don't feel gimmicky. Service moves at exactly the right pace, never hovering, always there when you need them. The cocktail list leans into Asian spirits and flavours without getting too clever for its own good. It's the kind of place that makes sense for a quick business lunch or a proper night out, which is probably why it's racked up nearly 10,000 reviews without feeling like it's trying too hard.