The comedian and influencer is bringing Kawan to London
Uncle Roger, aka Nigel NG, has built a 5-million-strong following for roasting people’s (including Jamie Oliver and Gordon Ramsay) fried rice dishes, and now he’s showing us how it should be done by opening his own restaurant this spring. Nigel already has experience in the restaurant biz – he has six branches of FUIYOH! It’s Uncle Roger in Malaysia – but Kawan will be his first UK opening, and he’s teaming up with Keng Yew (co-founder of YiQi, San Hao, Dozo and The Eight) and Executive Chef Daren Liew (Nanyang Blossom, San Hao, Duddels and Hakkasan Group) to bring it to life.
The 60-cover spot in Chinatown will be relaxed and informal, and the pan-Asian menu will follow a similar vibe. Rather than focusing on regional authenticity, the food will showcase Asian techniques and flavours adapted for British produce and tastes, with some playful fusion creations thrown into the mix. Naturally fried rice will feature at Kawan, with dishes set to include:
- Sarawak Pepper Belly Delight
- Chinatown Fried Rice
- Hainanese Chicken Chop
- Crispy Puff Chicken Wellington
- Wasabi Boom Boom Sausage
- Fish n Chips
Speaking about the opening, Nigel said: “I’m so excited to be launching ‘Kawan By Uncle Roger’. Of course there will be fried rice on the menu, but with a partnership with Chef Daren Liew, there’s going to be so much more than that – can’t wait to show you what we’ve been working on! Oh, and my Uncle says he hopes Jamie Oliver pays a visit.”
Key Information
Opening date | Tues 5th May 2026
Address | 12 Macclesfield Street, London W1D 5BP
For more information | kawanlondon.co.uk
