Swallow House

Decent Chinese food to take away.
I’ve been visiting Swallow House for 15 years and the standard of the food has always been consistent. In fact I think their crispy duck is the best take out version in Camden!
The main dishes are always fresh and cooked without msg — I like the chicken and cashews and prawns with garlic and spring onions.
I agree with the other reviewer that the waiting area looks dire — but they have the hygiene rating and the food is always hot and tasty! Now they deliver but they still operate cash only — which can be annoying!
I’ll continue to go back

I’m surprised there are no reviews because this place looks like its been operating here for a century or two. But then again, the creepy outside and front door may prevent an every day passer from stopping in. I braved it one day since I walk by every day and am happy to report that I am alive and actually very satisfied.
There is a standard Chinese takeaway menu. The prices are standard, not dirt cheap and not expensive either.
The beef ho fun was flavorful and cooked right without being overly greasy and the noodles didn’t stick together either. It was fresh and tasty, a nice surprise!
I will likely return but maybe call in next time so I don’t need to wait in the rundown area questioning the sanitisation. Although a quick google search shows they had a 5 out of 5 food hygiene rating!
In summary, if you are craving Chinese food in the area, I would give it a go.