The capital city of the United Kingdom has over 20,000 restaurants of which just over 10% accommodate to Halal diners. The diversity of the city makes it one of the culinary capitals for Halal foodies. You'll find everything on offer in this city from Wagyu steak, Sushi burgers, Uzbek Polova and Lamb Shank roasts.

London, United Kingdom

Japanese

List of the 10 best Halal places to eat Japanese in London

10 Best restaurants for Japanese in London

Negi & Nori

"I had an incredible dining experience at negi & nori last night. We started with the nigiri platter, salmon sashimi salad and the chicken karage was perfectly cooked and tender, with just the right amount of glaze. For the main course, I ordered the Miso chicken Ramen, and it was the star of the show. The broth was deep and complex, with a savory richness that wasn't overly salty. The noodles had a perfect springy chew. The server was attentive and had great recommendations. I can't wait to go back and try their tokiyo roll and dragon roll next!"

We went at a  quiet time during the day so there was no atmosphere and it was very quiet.

The menu was extensive and we enjoyed everything we ordered especially the chicken wings. The place is good value for money and was halal. Would recommend to others. 7/10

Hands down the worst ramen I've had in my life. I'm shocked this has a rating over 2 stars. The broth was kind of nice, but the "turkey breast" was deli slices like out of a package. The noodles were overdone and not even actual ramen noodles. Me and my friend's meals were just gross. This gave me food poisoning. Please don't go here.

Edit: responding to the owner's reply; I asked our server before I left if anyone working in the kitchen or if any of the staff were Japanese, he said 'no'. The food is so far from 'authentic'.
It's not a matter of opinion, but a matter of ingredients. Think £1 uni noodle packs & deli meat. We had a moment where we wondered if they had ran out of their proper items and made a run to Tesco since the food took forever to arrive.

Delicious and affordable sushi! Our favourite place for sushi in London - the only one that does the deep fried futomaki which we love, highly recommend the salmon one 🙏🏻🙏🏻

The food was sooooo delicious, highly recommended. I will definitely come back. The manager was so nice customer service was top notch. Couldn’t reccomend this any more just amazing

For our Muslim friends, we proudly offer an extensive Halal menu, so it is perfect for those who seek Halal Japanese cuisine which is near Shoreditch.

Ayllu Paddington

The place absolutely blew us away! The moment we walked in, the cosy, elegant vibe made the whole evening feel special. The mix of Peruvian and Japanese flavours is honestly a dream — every dish was beautifully presented and full of fresh, bold flavours.
The kids had the best time — they loved the juicy steaks and chicken, and even the fresh sushi was a big hit! The truffle rolls were unforgettable, the mains were cooked to perfection, and the desserts tasted like pure art.
The team were so warm and welcoming, especially with families, and watching the chef make the sushi rolls right in front of us was such a fun moment for the kids.
If you’re looking for affordable fine dining with a unique twist, Ayllu is definitely a must-visit. We’ll 100% be coming back! Thanks to Foysal for an excellent costumer service.

I had such a wonderful experience at Ayllu Restaurant. From the moment we walked in, the decor was stunning, warm, stylish and inviting, creating the perfect atmosphere for a special evening. The service was excellent throughout; our waiter was attentive, friendly and made us feel truly welcome without ever being intrusive.

The food was absolutely incredible. Every dish was full of flavour, beautifully presented and a real celebration of fresh ingredients and creativity. Each course felt thoughtfully prepared and exceeded our expectations.

Altogether it was a fantastic dining experience with amazing food, outstanding service and a beautiful setting. I cannot wait to return and would highly recommend Ayllu to anyone looking for a memorable meal.

We came here for the 8 course tasting menu from Virgin experience. The restaurant is beautiful inside but as the weather was good everyone was sitting outside.
We got directed to our table, waited around 15 min for the waiter to come. Nobody passed him information that we have a voucher so that was a first sign of the poor communication. He told us he will check what we have included. For the next 30 min we didn’t hear from him which was very frustrating. We didn’t know if our voucher is sorted, or if they forgot about us. After this time we got our first course. All the food was delicious but it would so much nicer experience and less stressful if there would be any communication from the staff.

I would recommend the experience but their customer service needs to improve.

Excellent food and service. Busy even at 6pm on a Monday.

Between the two of us we ordered the Chicken Karaage, Chicken Bao, Aubergine Bao, Black Cod, Peruvian Fries and Yucas!

Chicken Karaage and the chicken Bao were delicious. The Aubergine was somewhat of a disappointment.

I personally liked the black cod but the taste was too much for my partner.

The fries were normal but the Yucas was nice. Very strong flavours.

Booked on a very short notice for a Sunday lunch with my wife. It’s a little bit hidden in a basement. Service was quick and good was good. Not overwhelming but good. Only brunch menu available, which was bottomless. Restaurant had a live DJ and was playing good tunes, for my liking a notch to loud.
Not sure why we had some samba dancers out for 5 min and doing as show, but that’s quite entertaining. Lucky they did not ask me to join in dancing, as they did to other guests.

Most of our fish, vegetarian and chicken dishes are Halal. Please let your waiter know so we can make sure there is no cross-contamination when preparing the order.

Ayllu

Sakura Sushi and Bao Buns

Never been to Sakura Sushi before yesterday, and I'm sad I haven't! Upon arrival, it smelt amazing, and the guy that served us was very kind and patient with us as we browsed the sushi menu! We picked the Salmon platter which was 2 salmon nigiri, 2 salmon and avocado uramaki, 2 salmon sashimi and 4 salmon maki. We asked for no salmon sashimi and instead 4 salmon and avocado uramaki, and they were very kind in doing so, and keeping the price the same. We waited about 10 minutes, and then they gave us the nicest platter I've ever had!! Rice was slightly vinegary, but the salmon was fresh, and I couldn't complain. the portions were beyond generous, and ill definitely be going back if not today, then tomorrow!

Amazing Japanese Dishes, so many choices for both veg and non veg. I've only had the veg dishes and I can say that each one was so tasty and would highly recommend their Bai buns, gayozas, sushi...list is endless. Definitely worth a try if you haven't and looking for quality food. You get free snacks while you wait for your collection. Great customer service...amazing chefs.

I've been coming here for a while and the food is always delicious — super fresh, full of flavour, and consistently great quality. The Chicken Katsu has been a favourite of mine for ages, and one of the reasons I loved it so much was the generous portion sizes.

Lately, I’ve noticed there seems to be a bit less chicken than there used to be, which is a shame since those big portions were part of what made the meal so satisfying and great value. Still, it’s one of the tastiest spots around, and I’ll definitely keep coming back — just hoping the portions go back to how they used to be!

Amazing customer service, everyone is so lovely and accommodating and smiley - especially since we came in close to closing time! Lovely broad vegetarian/vegan options and very clean! The whole place looks modern - there’s a reason why this place is so busy! Can’t wait to come back!

Honestly our absolute favourite takeaway! It needs 10 stars. The Chicken Karrage buns are too good. The staff are so lovely and friendly. We are so sad to move away from the area for a while, and will definitely be stopping by whenever we pass south Woodford.
Thanks for all the amazing food! James & Darcey

We don't sell any alcohol or pork. Everything is Halal.

Sakura

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Chotto Matte Soho

Lovely vibe to this restaurant and the food is excellent, but 1st impressions let it down.  3pm on a Friday, very quiet downstairs and no one to greet us upon arrival, waited nearly 5 minutes, bar staff ignored us and receptionist disappeared upstairs as we arrived. She eventually greeted us and took our coats and bags, went to make sure our table was ready upstairs.  A further 3 to 4 minute wait. Taken upstairs and sat in a 1/3rd full restaurant right next to a Christmas party of 8, sharing a bench seat!
Still water order taken and didn't see a member of staff to talk to for the next 10 minutes.  We asked to be moved and she agreed it would be a good idea. We were moved and from there everything was great, but we were within minutes of walking out, over 20 minutes from arrival.
Food was excellent and wines not stupidly priced. Had the Signature 1 sharing menu for £65pp, loads of food and had a welcome rest after the onslaught of the varied starters,  middle courses before the mains.
Overall loved the food and servers were good but 1st impressions nearly lost us for good.
Best courses: Saturday Maki (sea bass), Polo Den Miso (chicken), and Squid Tempura.
For £100+ pp, I would expect more from service, not sure for this reason if I would return.

Food was amazing. It is highly recommended.

We ordered:

Miso Soup
Tuna Tataki
Prawn Tempura Bites
Dragon Roll
Acevichado Roll
Asado de Tira
Sakura No-Groni
Forest Collins.

All food was delicious 10/10. Acevichado Roll was unique in its ingredients.

Great experience in the restaurant with great service from Abdulraheem.

We went for a brunch deal and really enjoyed our time there! Starting from the decor and services and of course delicious food! For brunch it was more Japanese than Peruvian influence I would say but the quality was really good. The dessert was the weakest part and you could tell there was a huge difference when competing to the rest of the meals. Really good value for money considering location. I would go back and this time select regular menu as I really liked some items I had like udon carbonara or sashimi! Highly recommend!

This place has got it all! Good vibe, great food and amazing service. We were treated to the perfect meal at the end of a busy week. The decor in the place is super "soho cool" and comfortable for all types of occasions. Food options are amazing and wish I could have tried everything on the menu, which means I will definitely be returning to try some other options.  Really impressed with the service too from arrival to departure very friendly and accommodating,  thanks to the guys and girls I met especially Jordan, Chilli and Austin, an all round 5star rating from me.

From the moment we walked in, the team made us feel genuinely welcome, attentive, friendly, and perfectly timed throughout the evening. The food was outstanding, especially the sushi rolls. The atmosphere had a great energy, balancing sophistication with comfort. I also have to mention the Sakura Negroni, a beautifully crafted drink with a unique twist that complemented the meal perfectly. Overall, an exceptional dining experience that I’d happily recommend.

Chotto Matte

Hot Stone London

Overall, a pretty pleasant experience. We arrived on time for our reservation and were seated quickly. Just a note for anyone purchasing a voucher online — you’ll need to book your reservation using the voucher details, and there are set time slots specifically for the 5-course menu days.

The pacing of the courses varied a bit; a few dishes took longer to arrive than others, but it seemed consistent with what other tables were experiencing as well. Despite the wait times, the food quality was high, especially the Wagyu and seafood selections.

We enjoyed the afternoon and would consider coming back for a special occasion.

I come here for anniversary celebration, after seeing it over ig. It’s amazing experience with lovely presentations, and food are genuinely good as authentic Japanese meal, though some sushi rolls here are still very ‘western’. The sashimi are fresh and yummy. Love the hot stone steak as the main it’s not only yummy to eat it’s fun to eat. I definitely will bring more friends to be here.

Hot Stone London offers a truly memorable dining experience, bringing premium Japanese cuisine together with a unique and interactive style of cooking. The restaurant is intimate and elegant, with a warm, understated atmosphere that makes it ideal for special occasions or a refined night out. From the moment you arrive, the staff are attentive, knowledgeable, and eager to guide you through the menu.

The highlight, of course, is the hot stone cooking. High-quality wagyu, seafood, and other cuts are served raw for you to sear to perfection at the table, creating a fun and immersive experience while showcasing the exceptional ingredients. Their sushi and sashimi are equally impressive—fresh, beautifully prepared, and rich in flavour.

The sake and wine pairings complement the dishes perfectly, and the presentation throughout is flawless. Hot Stone London combines creativity, premium produce, and polished service to deliver a dining experience that feels luxurious, engaging, and truly unforgettable.

Anniversary, £75pp menu, 5 courses, last one dessert. It took 15 minutes for anybody to approach us…. Very small portions but great quality of plates, sashimi and seared fish😍half a mochi each and a lemon and raspberry panna cotta (?) for dessert, though. Sushi rolls for third course were amazing. Bill around 210 including three drinks and service charge! Lovely and small interior, Can get smoky when people cook their meat on the hotstone :)

Brought my girlfriend here for lunch for her birthday. The crunchy hot stone roll sushi was very nice. The black cod roll was amazing although a very small portion. I enjoyed the spinach with sesame dressing. My girlfriend said the cocktails were some of the best she’s ever had, we had the Way to Kyoto and Secret Geisha. We also had the seared salmon and then wagyu platter and seafood selection on hotstone.

Whilst overall the food was good, we were quite disappointed with the instructions given to cook the seafood selection and wagyu on the hotstone and told we had 6 minutes to cook everything. It was all very rushed and we couldn’t cook everything in time, I even had half a raw prawn because I wasn’t told that the shell had to come off first (it was butterflied so assumed not required) We had to then ask for a second hotstone to cook again.

Service would have probably been better if it wasn’t as packed out. Very busy restaurant so quite loud overall. Still worth checking out if you like sashimi and wagyu, especially when they have discounts because it’s quite expensive otherwise

We have couple of Australian halal wagyu options to cook on Hot stone & have selection of fresh fish & seafood. Please ask our staff for details. 

Hot Stone

Modern fusion Japanese + Peruvian Nikkei sharing plates

Bamboo-Mat Stratford

Great experience for both food and service! There was a lady who ushered us in with class and helped us to the table, as well as the elegance of Jay throughout our at-table ensemble. The cherry on the cake undoubtedly, as the food exceeded expectations also. 10/10 would recommend.

Amazing tasting menu here, such good value. Turns out I love wine from Moldova!
Knocked a couple of stars off service as it wasn’t particularly attentive, they just kind of plonked the dishes in front of us without any kind of description which is unusual for a tasting menu. We had to ask for the menu back to see what we were eating. But what we ate was really good and I’d definitely recommend, the starters were among some of the best dishes I’ve ever eaten anywhere.

Had lunch at Bamboo-Mat Stratford and it was a great experience! The ambiance is stylish and modern, and the food was fresh and full of flavor. The service was also friendly and quick. Highly recommended.

Best tasting menu I’ve ever had! For £62 per person you get extremely large plates of delicious dishes that reflects Japanese and Peruvian cuisine. Not only was the food astonishing, the service was fantastic as well.
Highly recommend this place over chotto matte

We were pleasingly surprised by the quality of the food! They serve delicious Japanese Peruvian  dishes! Definitely recommend it if you are in Stratford

Bamboo-Mat

Koya Japanese Restaurant Soho

Great spot for lunch.

Loved the authentic counter seating, not the best for a dinner date but superb for a solo lunch hideaway.

The beef don was really nice but I’m used to having more sauce as I had in Japan, but this isn’t Japan so it’s unfair to compare. It’s still good though.

Overall, great location for a lunch spot.

A lovely Japanese spot in the heart of Soho. The food was fantastic! Especially the grilled fish, which is well worth trying. Everything tasted fresh and properly prepared. Service was a bit on the slow side, and we had to wait a while for the bill, even though it wasn’t too busy. Still, it’s fairly priced for the area and a great alternative for breakfast or a light meal.

This place got recommended to me by the owner of omotesando cafe. If you are craving a lighter japanese noodle dish then definatly try this place out! Really good udon with a ton of choices. Its an open kitchen where u sit face to face with the chefs cheffing up the udon. Atmosphere is amazing! Price is very fair so definitely recommend.

Absolutely loved it. Great food and a fun experience overall. I expected a wait at lunch time but we had a space right away. A definite must if you like authentic Japanese cuisine and you like London ;)

Brilliant Udon noodles. Clearly home made and fresh ingredients. Has to be the best in London. We're coming back, see you soon

Koya

Kanada-Ya 金田家

I had the Truffle Ramen with added complementary toppings and started with an Onigiri filled with chashu. I liked the rice ball itself, but the pork filling was quite hard and did not feel like it was slow cooked at all. I ordered my noodles "barikata" (very firm) but they came out very soft, almost overcooked. It might be because they use very thin noodles, either way it was not what I expected. The broth was not very nice either. It had a strange olive-like bitterness that did not complement the noodles or toppings.

The chashu pork loin in the ramen was hard and not tender at all. As for the truffle, it tasted cheap and left an unpleasant stank on my breath for hours. I know truffle is strong, but this did not taste like good truffle. I also do not like that you have to pay extra to add an egg when the ramen is already pricey.

The service was pretty average and they seemed bothered.

I was particularly disappointed with this dish, but I might try another ramen on a future visit to see if it is better.

I visited Kanada-Ya in London with a group of people, and while the ramen was absolutely worth trying, be prepared to queue, we waited more than 30 minutes in line before getting seated. The place is small and very popular, so the wait makes sense, but it’s something to keep in mind if you’re hungry.
Once inside, the vibe is cozy and minimal, very much a no-frills ramen shop focused on the food. I ordered their tonkotsu ramen and it delivered: rich, creamy broth, great noodle texture, and really flavorful toppings. It’s clear why people keep coming back.
Seating is a bit tight, but the food comes out quickly once you’re in.

If you’re looking for your new favourite London ramen then look no further. We got the Tonkostu X ramen (decadent, silky and fatty), Chicken Chashu ramen (proper chicken smack of flavour) and ebi katsu (eat asap, they’re crazy juicy when hot!). Firm and regular noodles. Not too salty.

10 mins wait outside in line. Grab a seat near the window and watch the world go by.

Enjoyed the chicken katsu curry for lunch. But there was a construction going on right in front of the restaurant very loud and dusty, I was stressed. Also when it was getting crowded, felt stuffy wouldn’t want to stay longer. Probably suitable for a quick lunch only.

I’m really disappointed that the taste is not as good as before 🥲 (i was a regular here since 2015-2018) and I used to think that this is the best ramen ever. But now the ramen itself is not as thick as before, so the flavors aren’t that rich. The waiting time is long as always (came in at dinner time). But well the karaage was a win though 👌 love the wasabi sauce so much.

Kanada-Ya

Had a good experience for dinner at this branch.

We ordered the tonkotsu x ramen which was delicious, flavoursome and was a decent portion size. The broth was rich and silky.

The staff were friendly and provided great service, and the restaurant had a relaxed atmosphere.

There's a good selection of food and drink options on the menu. I really like my iced oolong tea.

The food is excellent and the service superb, with exceptionally kind staff. A full sensory delight — more than recommended! The atmosphere is cozy, and the ramen is among the best I’ve ever tasted.

Had a quick lunch here last week. The ramen was delicious, and the restaurant was spacious and clean. Also, there’s no service charge here, which is a nice bonus!

Wow, this place used to be passable but can now only be described as overpriced worse than instant ramen. We ordered gyoza and chicken paiten ramen for the tokyo signature wavy yellow noodles. Base ramen cost around £19, with extras and gyoza around £33 for one person (spendy but for good ramen delivered I was willing to pay). Noodles were hard, thick, brittle and not in an aldente way - it's not an exaggeration that shin ramen would have been more enjoyable. Gyoza tasted hard and frozen, similar to waitrose offering. That's the last time I'll be visiting this place.

If you are vegetarian or only eat halal, there are few options here.

The vegetarian option for ramen was not good at all. I understand that the base of a ramen broth is traditionally meat based so I am not complaining. But maybe this isn’t a dish that is meant to be vegetarian, a taste nice!

The other option are the croquettes, curry and rice.
The deep fried croquettes are really really nice and curry sauce compliments it well.

Yuzu lemonade is really nice and refreshing too. On the sweeter side.

Service is exceptional.

This one’s a bit of a mixed experience, and I think a few factors could make or break it depending on when you visit. I went on a Saturday evening without a booking. It was super busy, which is usually a good sign, but I had to wait around 15 minutes outside for a table. Once seated, the service felt rushed and impersonal – staff were clearly overwhelmed, running around like headless chickens, and it felt like they just wanted to get people in and out quickly.

I asked for some guidance with the menu since there are a lot of ramen options, and while the server gave me a recommendation, it wasn’t very helpful. I was surprised that the ramen doesn’t come with an egg as standard and you had to pay to have it – though the marinated egg I ordered was very tasty.

I mentioned that I enjoy spicy food and was recommended their spicy version of ramen. Unfortunately, it was way too spicy – so much so that it completely overpowered the flavour and richness of the broth. It didn’t taste like a properly balanced spicy ramen, more like a regular broth with loads of chilli sauce mixed in. At that level of heat, it would’ve made much more sense to serve the chilli oil on the side and let customers adjust it themselves.

That said, the ingredients themselves were fresh and good quality, so I do believe their standard ramen bowls are probably much better. But overall, between the lack of care in service and the overpowering dish, the experience just didn’t leave a good taste in my mouth – and I wouldn’t return to try anything else.

I had no intention of eating ramen this evening, but when I passed by this restaurant, I decided to give it a shot.

I ordered the Tonkatsu X ramen with a Hanjuku Ramen Egg.

The bowl of noodles came to my table in less than 5 me minutes.

The broth was excellent and the noodles were cooked to perfection. The sliced pork belly was also tasty and tender.

The Ramen egg was prepared beautifully, firm on the outside with the yolk being slightly runny inside.

Service was top notch to say the least.

The ramen was delicious. I ordered the spicy ramen with an extra egg (the egg was so good!) I was honestly impressed when the food arrived; it looked amazing 😂😂 The rice was also tasty, though it might be even better with some sauce or something since it was a bit on the dry side.

Ramen was yummy and the broth flavoursome. It's a very busy place and the service is very slow due to lack of staff available, they are really nice though. It definitely felt very overpriced. We spent £50 for two rames and I did not get any additions on mine.

I came here with high expectations but was a bit let down. First of all, my all time favourite ramen will always be tonkotsu pork ramen. So, I order it every time I go to any ramen places. Their tonkotsu ramen has great flavoursome broth and the noodles was cooked to my liking. One of my complains was...they charge an extra £2.85 if you want an egg in your ramen. Which shocked me truly as this is the first ever ramen place that I went to that charge for an egg. I thought it automatically comes with all ramens. Second was, the pork, though thinly cut, it wasn't tender at all. I'm used to kinda melt in your mouth pork belly in tonkotsu. So, was really disappointed with my ramen. The best part was the Karaage chicken. It's also one of my favourite Japanese food so I was well impressed with it.

Great food, solid choice.
Went for a Sunday lunch with friends and it was a pleasant experience, with the food quality standing out. The donburi set was a great deal, and the tonkotsu ramen had a rich, creamy broth that was really good. The overall atmosphere has a comforting, standard Asian vibe that feels authentic and inviting.
The only minor issue was that the dishes did not arrive together, and the floor staff seemed a little understaffed, which affected the service coordination. However, the excellent quality of the broth and noodles makes this a fantastic ramen spot worth visiting. Recommended 👍🏼.

The place is quite easy to miss, tucked away among a few newly built residential blocks. There were a few empty tables, but they hadn’t been cleared yet. The staff told us we’d need to wait about 15–20 minutes — I think there was only one person on the floor, which didn’t seem very reasonable. Still, I’d been looking for the place for ages and was pretty hungry, so we decided to wait. Luckily, the tonkotsu noodles were delicious, but the yakitori was far too salty and overpriced, so I wouldn’t recommend it.

This is the 1st time I had ramen as a delivery service. I had the standard Tonkotsu Ramen with extra noodles and an egg.
The soup came in a separate container, so did all the toppings and the extra noodles
So I mixed it all and the ramen was not soggy.
However, the delivery person made another stop for a different delivery on the way and that meant that my order took a long time and the food was lukewarm. So not ideal and 3-4 star because of that.

As a regular customer of this site, I was very happy to participate in the survey and receive a complimentary chicken karaage. I am also delighted to see the menu expanding, especially with the addition of sukiyaki, which I enjoyed very much.
That said, I would like to humbly offer some feedback regarding the service. While today’s experience was excellent ,with clear explanations for the sukiyaki and warm, attentive service; there have been previous occasions where the service felt quite inconsistent. I had initially assumed the person in charge was the owner, but later learned she is the manager. Unfortunately, her manner on some visits came across as somewhat distant, and regrettably, her attitude on several occasions has felt somewhat dismissive.
About two weeks ago, my friends and I waited at the entrance for quite some time to be seated. Although the manager clearly noticed us, we did not receive any acknowledgment. My friend became so frustrated that she decided to leave, and naturally, I had to follow her. I had promised her that I would share feedback regarding that experience, but I had forgotten until we visited again- so here it is!
I sincerely hope the restaurant can take these comments into consideration, as the food truly has great potential!

My 1st time here, we were very welcomed by a nice girl who treated us really well.
Service was quick, and the food was really tasty, a proper taste of Japanese food.
The desert, I will definitely choose again 1000crepe Ruby.
The tea was nice, too.
The restaurant was clean and tidy, I will definitely come back again.
Congratulations to all the team.

Build-your-own ramen, sushi and bubble teas

Uzumaki London

The atmosphere was great and the anime designs and little details were amazing. The staff were really welcoming. Shout out to Steven for the amazing service. So attentive and friendly, and also brought so many laughs to our table.

The food was good but there were some things that could’ve been better. The Karaage wasn’t very crispy or battered, it was more like cooked chicken chunks. The cocktails were wonderful, although the mocktail tasted more like a healthy smoothie. Overall a really good experience and I will definitely go back.

I would also recommend this place to anyone especially an anime fan!

I recently visited this charming anime themed restaurant, and it was such a fun and memorable experience. The atmosphere was creative, with decor that made the whole place feel lively and unique.

The food was absolutely amazing beautifully presented, full of flavor, and clearly made with care. Every dish we tried exceeded expectations. A special shoutout to Tyler, who took great care of us throughout the meal. He was friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better.

Highly recommend this spot for anyone who loves great food and a fun theme. I’ll definitely be returning! 🐾🍽️

The service at Uzumaki was absolutely wonderful! All of the servers were nice and accommodating, and the general interior is beautifully done too. I ordered their chicken katsu, which was hearty, and a perfect portion too, as well as their mango chakra burst beverage, which was sweet in flavour. For dessert, I had the pleasure of trying their dango, which came paired with a tasty sauce!

Fantastic experience!
We visited Uzumaki after a trip to the British Museum, which is only a five-minute walk away. The service was excellent – friendly, attentive, and exactly what you hope for.
The ramen selection is great, and each table offers different oils and spices so you can customise your ramen to your own taste. The ramen itself was outstanding – full of flavour and genuinely reminiscent of Japan.
The manga-style interior creates a unique and fun atmosphere. As it was Christmas time, we even received small porcelain cats as chopstick holders – a lovely and thoughtful gesture, especially for the kids (we got four in total!).
We loved it, and the kids loved it too. Highly recommended – thank you!

My inner weeb loved this super nice place the vibes are really good. Staff are really friendly and nice. Would recommend the Naruto ramen and the 7th wonder ramen super filling but definitely worth it. Also got the uzumaki chocolate cake wasn’t a huge fan of it but I think it just wasn’t what I was expecting. Itachi dango was super yummy. 10/10 place will definitely be back 🫶

We have a lot of Halal options for both ramen and sushi. Halal items are clearly marked on the menu. Please ask our staff for details.

Uzumaki

📍Aqua Kyoto - Argyll Street 
⭐️ 4/5
💰 £££
@aquakyotolondon 
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🥢 Giiiiiirrrls night at Aqua Kyoto last Saturday ~ Good company, good vibes and good food 🍣✨

We ordered (From what I can remember 🫣);
* Rock Shrimp Tempura 
* Prawn Tempura with Tentsuyu Broth
* Salmon and Tuna Sashimi
* Maki; Prawn Tempura
* Maki; Lobster Tempura
* Aqua Kyoto omakase sashimi 

Gorgeous interior, with a rooftop bar overlooking Regents Street 😍 Save this one for a special occasion!!! 💃🏽✨

@londonfoodjourney's review of Aqua Kyoto on Instagram

Aqua Kyoto

The best place in London for fresh, exquisite Japanese cuisine. Of all the meals I enjoyed in London and Paris, this was my absolute favorite. The ambiance and entrées were outstanding. I will definitely return on every visit to London and highly recommend it to anyone traveling there. 🤤🤤

This is a fantastic spot for an elevated dining experience. The stylish, dimly lit ambiance is perfect for a date night or celebratory meal. The Unlimited Sushi Platter offers incredible value, and the quality and freshness of the fish were consistently top-notch. Beyond the sushi, don't skip the small plates—the crispy, flavorful Katsu Buns and the delicious Takoyaki are absolute must-try appetizers! Great service sealed the deal.

I’ve been wanting to visit Aqua Kyoto for a while, and it truly lived up to my expectations. The interior is stunning, and the menu offers a great variety, including a fantastic tasting menu for first-timers. The service was impeccable—staff were polite, genuinely positive, and clearly proud of the restaurant, which was so lovely to see. The food was melt-in-your-mouth delicious, and the atmosphere felt like a refined, quiet understated luxury rather than something loud or in your face. I would absolutely recommend it.

Aqua Kyoto in London is a great spot for anyone who loves good food and wants real value for money. The set menu is genuinely impressive — unlimited sushi, unlimited cocktails, a main course, and a shared dessert all included. The sushi was fresh and tasty, and the cocktails didn’t feel watered down or rushed, which was a nice surprise.

The food overall was very delicious, and each dish felt well put together without trying too hard. For what you pay, you get a lot, and it feels worth every bit. The atmosphere is relaxed, and the staff are friendly and quick to help without hovering.
I would definitely recommend this restaurant.

Great overall experience. Very different to anywhere we'd been before. Bit of a club/restaurant hybrid, which we enjoyed very much. Service and food were both excellent. Very good choice of dishes and everything we chose was wonderful, particularly the Sakura Blossom dessert. Amazing!

All meat is halal (except Wagyu). Alcohol is served.

Korean & Japanese tabletop BBQ restaurant

Seoul Tokyo

The food was absolutely delicious and the service was good. I enjoyed the beef I got as well as the appetizers. The food came relatively quickly. Only issue would be that the price on appetizer and certain dishes was a bit on the more expensive side. I would recommend this place of you want to try good Korean food with plenty of variety.

Been there in March with my partner and friend. Food is nice. Ordering too many hh.

Second time still three people but for dinner, sharing fries chicken and rice stick, separately ordered main: beef ribeye BBQ + beef tongue BBQ, and beef soup. All are nice. It’s very noisy and we can only stay 1.5 hours as the table was reserved. Pay by cask can have discount.

Went today and had the Korean BBQ with pork belly and steak ribeye. Everything was delicious, with sauces , rice and lettuce. Meat was cooked on our bbq tabletop by the lovely lady who worked there - totally recommend this place. I did read the reviews (good and bad) but to me the food was really good, the place was almost full so most must agree!

The food was delicious and arrived super fast. Even when it was busy, the service was outstanding. My absolute favorites are the corn cheese, cold noodles, and jjigae🤩

Have come to this restaurant a few times in the past when visiting London.  Never disappoints.  Friendly service and tasty food.  We had a tofu bibambap and a Jjiggae soup dish.  Excellent flavours, good value.

Our Chicken dishes, lamb skewers and beef bulgogi in specific are halal.

JustEat UK

Moshi Moshi Sushi

Such a wonderful hidden gem. Moshi Moshi is everything you want from a Sushi restaurant. Has a sushi belt which looked awesome. Me & my sister had the set menu for lunch & was a great choice to pick especially if it's your first time there as it gives plenty variety for fish & flavours. I highly recommend this place & will definitely return to try some more!

My must go for sushi in City.
Always fresh and delicious. You can choose what kind of experience you want today - a table or the sushi conveyor line. Wide menu to satisfy any demanding taste) Such a great place! 🍣✨

This place made me smile, I only wish I discovered it sooner. Perhaps one of the most authentic Japanese in London at this price point (I appreciate there is limited competition).

I was particularly impressed that the sashimi of the day item specifically makes clear tuna and salmon will not be making an appearance. But if you insist on salmon, they offer wild salmon. Revolutionary!!

We came for lunch as a group of five and had a fun experience sitting by the conveyor belt. The fresh sashimi we ordered was excellent, and overall we enjoyed the meal. However, one thing I didn’t appreciate was the service charge. It felt overpriced and exaggerated, especially considering that sitting at the conveyor belt is mostly self-service. Aside from bringing drinks, there wasn’t much service involved to justify the extra cost. Because of this, I don’t think I would return.

Very delicious sushi and Japanese food directly at the Liverpool Street Station - just perfect if you are just coming from the airport and are hungry!

Apart from our chicken gyoza all our meat is halal.

Sticks'n'Sushi

Amazing sushi!! Super fresh salmon and tuna, really good quality! We ordered one of their pre-set menus for 3 people and it was definitely worth it! There was so much food and the variety was amazing! We really loved the summer roll-like sushi and cauliflower with sesame oil, such interesting flavours!! Definitely recommend to try! But everything was super tasty! Also the atmosphere was lovely, not too loud and the interior looks fantastic. Staff were very attentive as well, super quick service. Lastly, definitely recommend their matcha desert!!

A group of us with kids had a good lunch in this restaurant. The food was great & beautifully presented. We ordered x3 sticks menu Tsukune for the children and they loved it. For the adults we ordered x2 Set of Success & ala cart mixed nigiri (sushi). Everything came out delicious.
Our server, Naima has been wonderful. She gave recommendations and advice as it’s our 1st time here. She made sure all our food & drinks arrived and was always nearby when we needed service. Top notch service from her. Thank you Niama & team for making our lunch comfortable.

The only thing that’s on the negative side was the lighting. The big table we were allocated to was a bit on the dark side. It was not conducive for photo taking & reading the menu comfortably.

Perhaps next time we will request for a brighter table, especially when dining with kids.

Visit date : 8th November 2025

The sushi was excellent—super fresh salmon and tuna, with very good overall quality. We ordered the Four Meal Drive menu and it was definitely worth it. There was a generous amount of food and a great variety, making it ideal for sharing and it had very interesting and well-balanced flavours. Everything we tried was consistently tasty and well presented.

The atmosphere was lovely: not too loud, comfortable, and the interior design looks fantastic. It’s a good place to enjoy a meal without feeling rushed. The staff were friendly, attentive, and efficient, and service was impressively quick despite the restaurant being busy. A 12.5% service charge is applied, which felt reasonable given the level of service.

The only downside was the lighting. The table we were seated at was quite dark, which made reading the menu and taking photos uncomfortable. Other than that, it was a very enjoyable experience and I would definitely recommend it.

Absolutely fantastic experience. Wonderful knowledgeable staff, patient and always checking on us. Food was beautiful. And a very generous slice of chocolate ice cream cake compliments of the restaurant for our birthday 🎂. Prices were exceptional too...

We had the ‘As Good as it Gets’ menu for three people. It was a fantastic food experience with an insane amount of variety. Everything was delicious, and even the simple things (such as the Edamame) were taken to a new level.

The service was attentive as expected. The atmosphere was lovely, and the only issue I could find with it was that the lighting was slightly inconsistent depending on your table (we saw people using their phone torch to read the menu). Other than that, we have no complaints. Looking forward to visiting again!

We do have a couple of Halal options, mostly our chicken thighs, however, we must clarify that we grill everything in one grill/fryer and guarantee there will not be cross contamination. No alcohol goes in to our rice (no Mirin) but our sauces might have traces. This is the case for all our restaurants.

Sticks n Sushi

Sticks'n'Sushi Canary Wharf

This Japanese restaurant is great! Much greater than the name would imply. You could be forgiven for thinking it was a low end Takeaway sushi joint. Not so. The food is delicious and presented as works of art. The menu selections, especially the sharing plates, are very well thought out. I dined here both arriving and departing London, a week apart.
it’s as good as anything you would find in California.
I have dined at other places in London that call themselves Sushi, but they don’t compare.
So if you’re looking for a nice And authentic sushi experience at Canary Wharf, definitely check them out. They’re also very forgiving if you have a lot of luggage with you.

Food and service was fantastic. Served by the awesome Sruthi who was amazing with time and keeping us well fed and taken care of. She gave us some great suggestions and we were really happy with what we ordered. It was our second time here and this time was just as good as the last. Music was a little loud but made sense with the time of night. Overall a great experience. We will definitely be back.

Superb food, cocktails and staff.
Whilst it felt like we had cheated on the one in Covent Gardens the Docklands restaurant was superb.
They aren't the cheapest but you certainly get what you pay for and more.
The beef carpaccio was sublime whilst the sashimi set dish had a number of delicate masterpieces.
We tried a few of the house cocktails as they were all excellent.
They are very kid friendly even in the evening.
A must visit if you like sushi and you are in Canary Wharf.

Incredible… firstly the food is amazing; such an array of flavours with plenty to choose from! The service is great with lovely stafff who want to make sure you have the best dining experience! A special shout-out to the lovely manager Karolina; the way she takes care of her customers is unmatched. So attentive and such a lovely energy. The restaurant itself is my favourite out of all the branches I’ve been to, due to being in beautiful Canary Wharf, a very ambient atmosphere and a comfortable dining set-up. There’s also some music which offers more of an atmosphere! It’s safe to say I’m coming back…. ❤️

Honestly one of the best sushi spots in London! The food is super fresh, everything looks amazing, and the staff are so friendly. Love the vibe at Sticks’n’Sushi Canary Wharf — can’t wait to go back! 🍣

Sticks’n’Sushi - Victoria

Not impressed or happy at all. We we went to the branch in Battersea in August.  That was very good.  So we decided to try the Victoria one. The ambience was very boring. Yet the prices were still high.  For the price we'd paid it was really not satisfactory.  Some dishes were good like the sashimi.  Maybe what we ordered today wasn't good. We are a family of 5 so we decided to go for the set menu.  There was a lot of food but quantity over quality.  The desserts were very good though  with the exception of the black sesame cream rule which has split and totally the wrong texture. I won't be going there again not for a 450 bill....what do you think

I tried a few dishes in this restaurant. For the starter, I ordered the Shake Tataki — trout roe sat on top of the salmon, but I couldn’t really taste any sake in it. The karaage (Japanese fried chicken) was hard and crispy on the outside and it's juicy inside which paired quite well with the green sauce. It was served with green soybeans on the side. When my nigiri arrived, I believed it was yellowfin tuna as the colour looked quite pink — it really didn’t resemble typical tuna. In my opinion, the maki rolls were better than the nigiri. I tried the Spicy Tuna and Pink Alaska Maki, which were more Western-style sushi with cream cheese in the middle. The teriyaki sticks were quite good, with the sauce cooked perfectly and full of flavour. One thing that impressed me was their vegetarian sushi, topped with red pepper and aubergine — a creative touch I didn’t expect. Overall, I wouldn’t recommend this place to someone looking for traditional Japanese flavours, but it’s fine if you enjoy fusion-style sushi with a modern twist.

Classy eatery in food court near Victoria Station. Fantastic ambience. The food was well presented and delicious. Great portions and everything was delicious. Price point is what you'd expect in London. Was busy when we visited, however staff were attentive and very accommodating. Great tasting alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails.

Amazing experience pre-theatre for our anniversary meal! Bridget A. made our meal so special (and her nails were amazing! 💅✨)
Absolutely recommend the Mixed Emotions set meal, and my husband’s gluten allergy was handled really easily and safely.

Would recommend so much! Thank you!

A  truly memorable food experience. The combination of high-quality ingredients, expertly executed dishes, and attentive service makes it a standout. Whether you're looking for, e.g., a special occasion meal, a casual lunch, or a romantic dinner, I highly recommend sticks & sushi a visit. It's a place where you can truly savour every bite.
Would I return? For a special occasion where I'm seeking an unparalleled dining experience and am prepared for the associated cost, absolutely.

Modern Japanese restaurant specialising in wagyu beef

Kaizen Restaurant Bromley

Good lunch for two - cost about £60 for two with soft drinks. Staff are friendly and made good menu suggestions.

Food overall pretty good with the aubergine and bibimbap being standouts. Fried rice wasn’t my favourite (think the kitchen uses sushi rice) but overall it was very enjoyable. Would return.

Bibimbaps are delicious but they could be more authentic if the dolsots (stone bowls) are hotter and served with gochujang (hot sauce)

The kid menu could be better too…

Excellent Asian food. Absolutely superb. We loved it, top class food and so delicious. Excellent service and highly recommend. We over ordered because we love good food and could hardly waddle out !

Went for an early dinner on Friday evening and had a highly enjoyable meal, food was fresh, cooked perfectly and flavorsome. I was a little concerned at the size of the menu but we should not have worried, great to have this on our doorstep, we plan to return soon!

Wagyu was delicious!
The custard buns are even better!
Definitely try the chicken teriyaki bibimbap (if you have space left over!)

100% recommend going for a meal or even a date-night; friendly staff & the atmosphere couldn’t get any better :)

Most items on our menu are Halal, however we do sell Pork. Please ask a member of staff to point out which items are Halal when you visit.

Kobe Jones

Izakaya pub-style venue with a rock soundtrack, serving steamed buns with meat or seafood fillings

If you’re looking for a restaurant with relaxed vibes and mouth-watering food, Flesh and Buns is a definite shout.

For starters we ordered the Fried Squid (a must if it’s ever on the menu and we didn’t regret it 🤤), the Chicken Yakitori and the Korean Fried Chicken Wings. The sauce on the wings was spicy and scrumptious, and the Chicken Yakitori was flavoured deliciously. As a main, the Salmon Teriyaki initially seemed as if it wouldn’t be very filling but we sure were wrong! The flavoursome salmon steak was cooked perfectly, and served with pickled veg. I ordered the Grilled Aubergine, which was surprisingly good! 
The best thing about the place was the loud but friendly atmosphere, you could tell everyone was having a good time! 👏🏽 Quick note, the chicken is halal!
Settings: 8.5/10
Food: 8.5/10
Service: 9/10
Overall: 8.7/10

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@halalfoodguy's review of Flesh & Buns Covent Garden on Instagram

@fleshandbuns 

The Korean wings were by far some of the best we’ve ever had. Succulent and falling off the bone.  The grilled broccoli is also a must, flavoursome with a slight crunch. For mains, the chicken boas were crisp and tender paired perfectly with the creamy sauce. The salmon was soft and really well cooked with a slightly salty teriyaki sauce and fresh cucumber and lemon.

This place is slightly on the pricier side but definitely worth it and we would highly recommend visiting ! 

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@cravinghalal's review of Flesh & Buns Covent Garden on Instagram

Flesh & Buns Covent Garden

Overall dining experience was good. Just thought the food didn't worth that high price.

Seating
We were 3 and we were there a Monday night around 7.30pm. It wasn't packed at all but they allocated us to a table that would you would have to share seating with others (a big table that could seat around 8 to 10 people). It was a bit awkward given that there were many other tables available. I was guessing they might have a lot of people afterwards but it turned out wasn't. The seating would have been done better.

Food
We had a £40 (per person)tasting menu that they said would cover most of their popular dishes. Overall, I would pay  £30 at most for this tasting menu. £40 is overpriced I guess for their "trendiess" and "fashion Asian /japanese/ chinese" meal idea. The food was quite good and mostly were strong in flavour and with pleasant presentation. The tuna was intriguing as I found the sauce gave really unique taste. All the other food was normal from my view. The pork belly was quite well made meat,soft and crispy skin. The duck was too dry. I didn't like the  sauces that went together with both, didn't match from my point of view. Chicken wings were the Korean style one, strong flavour, mild spiciness. The desert was some fun gimmick as they gave you fire to grill the marshmallow yourself. The taste of the marshmallow however was special, lemon like taste. Their buns were ok. Hot and fresh, proper texture. But a lack of the sweetness that was supposed to be there for Asian white buns, which was a bit disappointing.  The juice were fresh and nicely made

Takeaway
We couldn't finish the food so we would like to pack them away. Sadly they had a policy / restriction that their premises weren't allowed to let people take food away. You could do that in your own way though.

Service
Waiters were quite attentive. The manager was helpful.

Oh my goodness. Second time here and the food, experience and service is just as we remembered - 10/10. The Korean Chicken Wings, Wagu Bao Buns and Basque Cheesecake is so unbelievable we go from non-stop talking to absolute silence. A very good sign! Our favourite restaurant and, tonight, Angela was a delight. Thank you!!

I visited this place for my birthday, and it was truly an amazing experience. It was my first time trying bao buns, and they were absolutely immaculate. We ordered the large set, which was more than enough for the three of us. The fish, pork, and beef fillings were all incredibly juicy and flavorful. Although it’s on the pricier side, it’s definitely worth it for the quality and overall experience.

Food was fantastic, and so were the drinks and atmosphere. We were with the three of us and shared a sashimi platter, sushi roll, the big B and added some fried chicken too - everything was sublime! The food came out quicky and staff was super attentive. Gopi especially took great care of our party, she was very attentive and welcoming. We were sat at a long table with others, super cool and authentic japanese izakaya experience.

Went for bottomless brunch on Saturday around 3pm, our server Angela was super attentive and kept the prosecco fliwing faster than we could drink.

All the courses were delicious and the bao fillings in particular were cooked to perfection crispy skin on the pork and the karage chicken. The pickles and dipping sauces served alongside just made those buns soo good.

Flesh & Buns

UberEats UK

The Sushi Co - Chiswick

We stopped by here one night when we weren’t very hungry. Good thing- because it was not very good. The spicy salmon crunch roll has a cooked salmon rather than sushi salmon - without much attention brought to this major difference. Think cat food. One & done for me. Blahhhhhhhh

Had sushi here yesterday with family and was genuinely blown away. It’s the best I’ve had since visiting a Michelin starred sushi restaurant in London years ago. Every piece was fresh, expertly prepared and served at the perfect room temperature. For both value and quality this place stands far above the rest. These guys are serving the BEST sushi in London.

Spontaneous visit with the family, tried the katsu chicken curry and rice, chicken noodles and salmon nigiri. Food is fresh, made to order and it tastes really good. The food is also Halal which is a bonus and they don’t use Alcohol in their soya sauce. The staff are attentive, friendly and passionate to make sure customers are happy. The 3 brothers working here have all made sure the food is correct, made to perfection. The restaurant is situated on the high road, parking on the side road and behind the restaurant, it was free today as it’s Sunday. Good seating inside and outside the restaurant. Will definitely come back again

A nice place to grab and go food/drinks.

I ordered teriyaki salmon with rice, the price was £13.50 at that time.
It tasted ok, but not too much salmon (I ended up with too much leftover rice).

As far as I could see, there was no toilet there.

Better to take-away than dine-in, in my opinion (because when I entered, I smelled something not good).

The sushi was very good and freshly made, as we requested it without avocado. The employees were very gentle and polite. Will return next time.

We are 100% Halal and our soya sauce is free of alcohol.

The Sushi Co

Ookii Sushi

Ever since the ownership has changed I have been massively disappointed. The prices have gone up but the quality of the sushi and presentation have massively decreased.

They have stopped putting soy sauce and wasabi in each roll- we ordered 3 sushi’s and were only given two pots of soy sauce, one pair of chopsticks, and one wasabi which is definitely not enough for three people.

The mushroom roll we ordered has barely any mushroom- instead has more asparagus and rice proportionally (where is the mushroom??). The rice paper rolls also have barely any tofu in them, and are all different sizes and lengths- this has happened on two separate occasions. The sushi is also falling apart as you pick it up.

I have attached photos of these situations, compared to what they used to look like when we would order from here.

I called up to raise my complaints and I have just received an email now saying my order has been cancelled even though we picked it up and paid an hour ago?

This is not the ookii sushi we have been ordering from for the last few years. Such a shame but I think now we will have to order from elsewhere.

Fantastic sushi and great service!
I recently visited Ookii Sushi and was really impressed — the food was incredibly fresh and full of flavour. The sushi rolls were perfectly made, especially the salmon and avocado and the spicy tuna rolls which are the most popular sushi plates. Everything tasted super fresh and beautifully presented.

I LOVE THESE GUYS, BEST EVER SERVICE, BEST EVER FOOD ESPECIALLY PRAWN TEMP. DRAGON ROLL. DEFINITELY COMEBACK AGAIN

Ookii sushi changed owner few months ago but they are not informing their customers about this.
They kept the same menu/concept but unfortunately the quality and customer service is not the same. I kept ordering as I wanted to support this family business while they were overseas.
Orders aren’t  stored at the right temperature, the quality is not the same and the portions are not good.

Unfortunately, I have to give this place a negative review. I booked food for a certain time and had to wait at least 15 minutes longer. The fish wasn't fresh at all, it had no flavor, and the fish inside of the sushi rolls was barely visible. The tuna sashimi had a questionable color, and the seaweed, ginger, and wasabi seemed days old. They also forgot to include a dish I had ordered, and I called to get a refund. This place used to make some of the best sushi I've ever had in London. It's a shame it's become so bad.

@eaststreeteats | The coconut prawns were something new and definitely something we’d order again, the slight coconut flavour in the breadcrumb worked really well with the prawns and sweet chilli dip.

This was probably one of the best chicken Pad Thai’s we’ve tried, fresh and full of flavour especially with the lime and the chicken katsu was super crispy, while the curry sauce was rich and creamy. 

Overall this is a great place with a wide selection of items on their menu, all great value for money and a unique atmosphere, definitely somewhere worth trying out. 

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Tampopo Fitzrovia

What a lovely spot! Myself and my partner booked a table last minute online with no hassle. Our server, Maisha, was super nice and very helpful. We ordered the seafood sharing menu, which was slightly spenny but considering the restaurant’s location, understandable. Menu highlights - roasted hispi and Thai fried sea bream. Great for group outings and families!

4.7 is an honest rating, and it’s definitely our discovery of the year so far!
We tried the Christmas menu, which is available for groups of 4+ persons. It includes many of the most popular dishes from the menu and turned out to be a great choice.
In addition, we ordered Pad Thai and chili/garlic edamame — both were amazing.

All the food is prepared with great care and full of flavor.

The place gets quite busy, so making a reservation is recommended.

The street-style Asian design creates a great vibe, and the service was good as well.

Ofc you have to love Asian food to enjoy of it, many plate has strong tastes, which I love. So it’s recommended.
We will definitely come back with friends again

We had a few doubts before going in because the restaurant was quite empty, but oh my gosh… this ended up being some of the best food we had during our London trip.

The flavours were incredible — the laksa soup and the chicken patty were simply amazing, full of rich and authentic taste. Everything felt fresh and comforting.

The prices are absolutely reasonable, especially considering it’s located in a very touristic area. If you’re looking for affordable, delicious Asian food, this place is a huge recommendation. We loved it and would definitely come back! Maisha was amazing.

Staff we welcoming, friendly and informative - happy to chat to customers about the menu and to consider dietary requirements.

The venue is aesthetically fun, stylish and relaxed, comfortable lighting and the chairs weren't the uncomfortable type.

There was mid-volume music on, creating a nice atmosphere, I arrived early so wasn't talking but the volume was perfect for other tables to talk easily and for me to enjoy the music. Poppy RnB type bangers.

The food was good, I ordered an iced Vietnamese coffee which took a while but I was advised this when I ordered so didn't mind at all. It was very sweet and pretty strong (I'm a bit of a decaff girl these days so that'll be me jogging off the energy for the next hour or so)

I had two small plates and a side, rather than opting for something from the brunch menu - which sounded delicious and I'll try if and when I come back.

The pork gyoza were nice - I wouldn't say they were exhilarating, but they tasted good. Portion size was decent for around £8 in central London. The sweetcorn fritters were tasty, I would probably order them again. The only thing I would have liked with them would be maybe a spicy/sweet dip like a gochujang or a spicy Thai chilli jam.

The side of cucumber kimchi salad was a good size and tasty.

Overall I've given the food a good, but not amazing, score - because it was definitely tasty, but I was hoping for bigger flavours, maybe more of a kick of spice or sweet or umami.

I would come back and try some of the brunch items, and some of the large plate items though as they sound nice - I would recommend coming here, don't be discouraged that I didn't give the food a 5/5, it's a nice spot and worth a punt.

We stumbled upon this restaurant as it was one of the only places open after the theatre, and I’m glad we did.

With so many countries’ cuisines to choose from, we went with the beef rendang roti, nasi goreng and katsu udon soup, all of which hit the spot. Especially given the price, it exceeded expectations.

The restaurant was decorated with interesting trinkets and signs from a variety of Southeast Asian and East Asian countries, everything was perfectly curated and made us feel like we weren’t actually sitting in London. Would definitely visit again.

We have Halal, vegan and meat options available.

East Street

Heddon Yokocho

Litterally the best Japanese restaurant i've ever done (And i try a lot of these)
The food was insane! Very typical and full of flavour !
The theme décoration is crazy, the music in the backround is really nice, all the staff are very kind and cheerfull with us!
I recommand for sure and i'll come back on my next trip in London!
A veridic 10/10 🔥

Visited Heddon Yokocho on Heddon Street last night with my wife and loved the experience. The street itself had a great, lively atmosphere, and stepping inside felt like being transported to Japan. The decor is authentic, and the food tasted just like dishes we enjoyed during our trip there — fresh, flavourful, and spot on. Prices were reasonable for central London.

It's a good place to try. Ramen and gyoza were all tasty and fresh. Nothing exceptional though, maybe I was a bit unlucky and just picked the wrong ramen.
Staff could have been more attentive and welcoming. On one hand there were qr codes on the table on the other hand I got menu from the waiter but he never came back, so I didn't know if he will take an order or I should just use qr code. Strange, I'd expect it to be clarified right at the start by the waiter.

I had a wonderful dining experience at this Japanese ramen restaurant! The ambiance was absolutely charming, with beautiful spring blossom decorations that made the atmosphere feel romantic and inviting. We ordered ramen, and it was incredibly delicious—rich, flavorful broth and perfectly cooked noodles. I also tried the octopus balls, which were a highlight of the meal—tender and soft. That was my favorite.The combination of great food and lovely decor made for a fantastic experience. I would definitely return to try more of their dishes!

Staff were a little abrupt when speaking and not particularly friendly but were professional overall. Ramen looked great but tasted horrible as the broth tasted bitter with an almost spoilt meat flavour. The matcha was delicious and the slice of cake was very nice too, despite the slice being far too small for the price charged.

None of our meat dishes is Halal but we do have vegetarian and vegan dishes. 

Yokocho

Bone Daddies Soho

Came here for NYE dinner and was great. Ramen did not disappoint and was really flavorful and tasty. Would highly recommend the duck Bao bun and also tried the Bone Daddies sake which was very tasty too. Unfortunately our waiter forgot our order so took awhile to get our food but was offered a complimentary beer for the wait which was a nice gesture by the staff.

Bone Daddies is one of my favourite Asian Cuisine to have lunch or dinner with my mates every time I visit London. Soho branch was as good as the other one in Old Street Branch. Their menus are always tasted really good no matter which one you ordered. You always feel delighted to enjoy your meal. Soho branch is a little smaller premises than the other branches. Hopefully one day they'll move to a bigger place. Overall I enjoyed the atmosphere and their genuine Asian Cuisine. I will definitely coming back again on my next London visit.

Even though I’m not usually a ramen fan, we had a great experience at Bone Daddies. My wife ordered the pork broth ramen and absolutely loved it — full of flavour and clearly done properly. I went for the buffalo chicken wings and the fried chicken buns, and both were delicious. We also had margaritas, which were lovely and moreish. The service was attentive and genuinely friendly throughout. A really enjoyable visit — we’d happily come back.

We tried Chu Lo Soda, Apple Sour and Cherry Sour. Both were really refreshing. As a starter we had Chashu Croquettes which were super crunchy with a really nice filling.

For ramen we had Kani Tonkotsu, Tonkotsu The [OG] and Tokyo Cock Cock. Kani Ramen was packed with flavor and the broth was balanced just right. Easily the best crab ramen I have had so far. You can never go wrong with Tonkotsu. The broth was creamy and the chashu was really tender.

The Tokyo Cock Cock ramen was interesting in a good way. It came with chicken scratchings and karaage on top. Surprisingly it all worked really well together and the chicken bits were not soggy at all.

I also really liked that they had condiments such as fresh garlic you can press yourself and hair ties for your hair.

We stopped by spontaneously while walking through Soho and were absolutely delighted. The service was excellent and the food was simply outstanding. Thank you for the authentic and incredibly delicious ramen. We can wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant!

Due to a change of suppliers our meat is no longer Halal and all fried food is cooked in the same oil.

Bone Daddies

🔴 TOP 7 FRENCH TOAST 🔴
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For months I’ve been getting asked to compile Top French Toast list but every other week I end up visiting another spot for french toast. I decided I’ll just upload my Top 7 and then make a ‘GUIDE’ of all the other ones as well as the new ones I try
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1. @shackfuyu - it’s no surprise this took my number 1. First and second was a hard one. I’ve been having both for few years. But it came down to this being my number 1
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2. @theninthlondon - After having this I dedicated myself on finding this custardy gooey style french toast. It was a game changer when I first had it. From the interior to the crusty exterior, to the ice cream. Everything is just pure perfection on this
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3. @sloanestreetdeli - This was a totally random winner. Love at first bite. Unique and different. Everything complimented each other. This is becoming a fav amongst many, after I first posted this spot
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4. @thecolonygrillroom @thebeaumontldn - This would’ve been higher on the list, amazing and just pure perfect french toast. Only thing this upsets me is the size. It’s like a one biter for me. Lol but apart from that epic french toast
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5. @yeastbakery - The most recent spot that really made me fell in love with their french toast. Unfortunately only available for weekend brunch, probably potentially could go higher, as I only had it once
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6. @almarelondon - Probably the most custardy french toast I’ve had. It’s called creme brûlée French toast. And it’s literally really creamy and custardy. Delicious yet super rich. Only need a bit more hard caramelisation on the exterior
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7. @duckandwaffle - Many don’t know but for me torrejas are basically Spanish style custardy french toast. This was delicious and super rich. But I’m now on the hunt for more Spanish torrejas. 
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Pls note Christopher’s doesn’t make it on my list because I personally find that overrated and basic. I feel like I can make a basic toast and cover it up with chocolate. But majority love it so I guess it’s just only me
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