Notes from the dining room at Gouqi: how to book Peking duck carved tableside, what the eight-course tasting menu includes, when dim sum afternoon tea has to be ordered, how the private rooms are seated, and the dates of the festive menu.

  1. The Gouqi dining room on Cockspur Street, St James's

    The dining room

    Peking Duck

    Peking duck with Oscietra caviar, carved tableside and served three ways at Gouqi in St James's. Pre-order 24 hours ahead.

  2. Candlelit place settings at Gouqi

    Eight courses

    Tasting Menu

    Gouqi's eight-course Chinese tasting menu in St James's is for a minimum of two, with an optional wine pairing. See the courses and reserve.

  3. The long table in Gouqi's red private dining room

    Crimson and Ruby

    Private Dining

    Book Crimson or Ruby at Gouqi for birthdays and corporate dinners. The private rooms seat 10, 12 or 22 guests near Trafalgar Square.

  4. Dim sum afternoon tea at Gouqi

    Dim sum, not a cake stand

    Afternoon Tea

    Dim sum afternoon tea at Gouqi is savoury dim sum and grilled plates, then a dessert trio, with Premium Jasmine Dragon Pearls tea. Order 24 hours ahead.

  5. Chinese fine dining at Gouqi in St James's, London

    10 November to 30 December 2026

    Festive Menu

    Gouqi's festive menu is £88 per person for a minimum of two, served to share in St James's from 10 November to 30 December 2026.