about Us
Taste of Vietnam
At Tonkin, we believe a meal should be more than just a moment of consumption – it should be a soft pause in your day, a brief return to self amidst the rush of modern life.
Born in the heart of London’s bustling Zone 1, Tonkin was created as a gentle counterpoint to the overstimulation of city living. We envisioned more than just a café – we built a haven where food meets feeling, and where professionals, creatives, and quiet souls can find a moment of stillness without ever having to leave the centre.
Rooted in the vibrant culinary traditions of Vietnam and inspired by the aesthetics of calm, we serve modern Vietnamese comfort food, authentic dim sum, and freshly brewed bubble tea in a space where jazz hums in the background, natural light dances across wood and stone, and time seems to slow just enough for you to breathe.
Whether you’re here for a nourishing lunch, a reflective afternoon reset, or your favourite post-work ritual, you’re always welcome at Tonkin. We believe in meals that restore, drinks that soothe, and spaces that hold you gently while the city carries on outside.
Every bowl, every cup, and every seat at Tonkin is designed to bring you back to balance – to offer something not just delicious, but deeply grounding. Because we don’t just serve food; we serve presence, comfort, and the kind of quiet that lingers long after your last sip.
Come as you are. Stay as long as you need.
Our Journey
From a vision of calm in the chaos of London, Tonkin was born – blending Vietnamese tradition with a modern, mindful dining experience. What began as a quiet idea is now a beloved escape for those seeking flavour, balance, and stillness in the city.
Our Passion
We are passionate about redefining what a bubble tea café can be.
At Tonkin, it’s not just about what’s in the cup or on the plate – it’s about how it makes you feel.
We craft every element – from our grilled meats to vegan bowls, from silky lattes to soft lighting – to evoke warmth, calm, and quiet confidence. We’re obsessed with balance: bold flavours, gentle ambiance, and meaningful moments.
Our passion is creating a place where every lunch break, every solo sip, every quiet dinner feels like a personal ritual worth keeping.
Our Mission
To create a space of calm and quality for London’s busy professionals - serving food that comforts, drinks that refresh, and an ambiance that restores.
We are not just selling bubble tea or lunch bowls. We’re offering a reason to step away from noise and into yourself.
Our Vision
To become the most emotionally memorable and visually iconic bubble tea café in London.
When people think of “a quiet place in the city with really good food,” they think of Tonkin.
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