Mayamama at Sway

Mayamama at Sway reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Richard

   London5 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on March 13, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Interesting restaurant… not sure if it’s trying to be a bar or a restaurant. The food has a lot of potential and I know they’ve just opened, so things will improve but several of the dishes lacked flavour but try it yourself as it is bound to improve
   

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   Bernadette

   London1 review

   3.0

   Dined on March 7, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 1

   Food was very good, services was excellent. But as we were the only people in the restaurant, it did lack atmosphere.
   

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   Gee

   London26 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on February 20, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Stronger on the Korean style cooking compared to the Malaysian side. Notables - Kim Chi Pajeon was substantial and delicious , Lamb Cutlet with Gochujang and coconut rice was decent - Beef rendang had an unctious rich spicy sauce but meat came out in a bit of a mush. Purists of Nasi Lemak could find it hard to stomach a kind of fried Nasi lemak although there were some ikan bilis as an aside - sambal did not have the requisite umami from belachan (maybe proper belachan and a boiled/fried egg instead of shredded omelette?) Wine list was short but offers a good range and for a west end restaurant, pretty budget friendly. Room was vast and could do with maybe some screens or plants to break up this party room. Service was efficient and friendly especially Madelena.
   

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   Paul VIP

   London13 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on February 19, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Good value food menu for the size and quality. Asian style food was pretty good. Effectively a pop up kitchen in a very large bar/cocktail bar.
   

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   Susie

   London1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 18, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Mayamama at Sway is a hidden gem in Holborn! The vibe is lively and fun, with amazing food to match. Highlights include the kimchi and pork dumplings, Korean fried chicken, and flavorful skewers. The Nasi Goreng is a must-try, and the Yuzu chocolate cheesecake is the perfect sweet ending. With a great atmosphere and a 50% off deal for a limited time, it’s definitely worth checking out! Highly recommend!
   

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   Linda

   London2 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 1

   I had high hopes for this place but unfortunately I won't be going back. Toilets From the moment I arrived and went to use the toilets, I realised this wasn't going to be a great experience. The toilets were filthy and shared with a night club downstairs, it was 5pm in the afternoon but it felt more like going into a club at 3am!! You had to navigate past all the really drunk people who were at the party and it felt quite intimidating being questioned why I was there! Food I ordered Nasi goreng and I was expecting something like special fried rice with a egg however it was just rice with a type of soya sauce on it and some tiny dried fish (I think), it wasn't good and for a main not worth the £12 (I only paid £6 due to the promotion).
   

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   Oshin

   London1 review

   4.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The 50% really helped with the venue and the food was amazing!
   

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   Mike

   London2 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   Worst dining experience ever. Waited over an hour for our food, when the starters arrived they were ok but the main courses were barely edible, burnt tiny pieces of meat and stodgy oily rice. The only saving grace was they gave us a big discount on the bill for the awful experience. I get they had just opened but I wouldn’t rush back any time soon.
   

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   Theresa VIP

   London466 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Dated hotel with a night club vib and the flavours of Korea.
   

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    Suzy

    London4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1

    Food was average, service was extremely slow. Food came out at odd times - our mains side dish came out when we’d finished our main meal. Wouldn’t recommend.
    

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