Delicate dumplings filled with seasoned chicken and vegetables, pan-fried to perfection and served with a tangy dipping sauce.
Sushi • Seafood • Asiatic • Japanese
"The good points were even though there was a queue to get in, and it looked quite long (about 15 people), it moved quickly and we were in in under 10 mins. The food came very quickly and was delicious. The bad points though (hence the 3 stars) were that the drinks came nearly 10 minutes after our last dish arrived, and we had to ask for them. We also asked for water and had to ask 3 times for that. It's disappointing as the food was so quick and delicious."
Wine • Sushi • Casual • Japanese
"We went after their great renovation and the ambience is good for one night in a quiet yet lively restaurant. However, given the situation not central London compared to all other many other Japanese restaurants I was, the prices are too high. I pay less for everything in an authentic Japanese restaurant in central locations. Sushi quality is great with thick and fresh cuts and good decoration and good selection of menu for the size of the kitchen. A dish that I do not enjoy was my favorite grilled egg on rice, the size of the aal was 1/3 of the normal size for the price of £18, as the aal prices have decreased little in recent years. For this reason I gave 2 star of 5 for value. If you are looking for great sushi in Kentish Town, there is no other place, so I recommend if you are a local Japanese fan."
Bars • Sushi • Cafés • Salad
"My friend and I visited this restaurant during the summer to enjoy a cocktail and sit outside on their terrace. The area was beautifully decorated with artificial flowers and grass, and the staff was friendly."
Wine • Full • Sushi • Asiatic
"Don’t usually write reviews but we had a fantastic time. Food was 10/10 and a special mention for MARIA who served us for a short time, she was very attentive to our needs and made the whole experience 10x better. The restaurant looked busy as well which is always good news. Make sure to come at happy hour, we got a lot of food bottle of wine for £80. We will be coming back."
Bbq • Asian • Steak • Spanish
"Real mixed bag. We had 4 starters and the Sunday dinners (Chicken and beef). First the bad, the chicken thogh meatballs were shocking. No flavour, tasted sour, really bad. Tempura prawns were OK, but 4 prawns for £10 is really poor value. The seaweed that came with the prawns was chewy and not Crispy. Burnt ends and Sriricha ribs were good. Sunday dinner was really good. Meal type: Dinner"
Tea • Curry • Chicken • Japanese
"Brilliant... wasn't to sure on noodles and steak but tried it and loved it was hands down the best noodle dish I've had in my life .And I eat stake..."
Fish • Soup • Juice • Asian
"The food was delicious, reasonably priced, and came in generous portions. The manager personally took my order and the head chef prepared my meal. They had a separate gluten-free menu and were very knowledgeable about dietary restrictions."
Asian • Korean • Chinese • Seafood
"Was disappointed with fish dish. Tasted off and not very fresh (all 3 sea bass we had ordered). So we complained and Restaurant did take the price off bill, and we ordered something else. Maybe because this was a Sunday night? Otherwise other food was very good and great atmosphere. Service was a little slow, but it was quite busy ."
Sushi • Asian • Asiatic • Japanese
"I have visited this restaurant several times and will be returning with new friends who all enjoyed it as much as I did! They offer a wide variety of affordable vegan options, especially during their 50% off lunch menu. If you are dining with both vegans/vegetarians and meat eaters, I would suggest not opting for the all-you-can-eat sushi deal as it has less variety for non-vegans, though still good. The staff is always polite and efficient, never had any issues. Just remember to treat others, including the staff, with respect and you will have a great time. I only had a minor issue (which happens to the best of us), but it was quickly and politely resolved by speaking with an employee. Be mindful of your order as leftovers cannot be taken home. I highly recommend this place and look forward to bringing someone else along next month!"
Kebab • Asian • Drinks • Local Flavor
"The food was mediocre at best, lacking any distinct or memorable flavors. The service was slow and inattentive, making the overall dining experience less enjoyable. The atmosphere was also lacking, with little ambiance or charm to enhance the meal. Overall, I was disappointed and do not feel compelled to return to this restaurant in the future."
Wine • Full • Asian • Greek
"Very poor. More like a takeaway with tables. Didn’t have the options advertised on their website. Order via a QR code and pay upfront. No waiting staff- just servers. Food took half an hour to come and it all comes at once (starters mains) and then the drinks came after. Food was edible but nothing special. Toilets weren’t clean. I will never go back"
Fish • Meat • Juice • Asian
"for the first time was the visit of wagamama and I had the vegatsu curry and some veggie gyozas. most dishes have a vegan version (and it is not just the meat or fish removed, which was great. this particular industry said they were understaffed when I left, but eating came about 15 minutes and the staff was super nice so I imagine it is even better under normal circumstances!"
Sushi • Pizza • Asiatic • Mexican
"Went here 2 weeks ago on the weekend. It’s our first time here in Sushimania Reading. When we entered the restaurant, they didn’t welcome or ask if we wanted a table for 2 or 4. We were standing by the entrance, waiting for them to approach us. The staff were looking at us, didn’t even talk to us, and they were laughing near the bar/cashier. After 15 minutes of waiting, we tried to ask staff if we could get a table, and they told us no table available yet, and they would call us if the table were available. After 5 mins, the table was available. We sat, and they handed us the menu. Their food was scrummy, and everything was satisfying. I ordered their Octopus which was good, and their deep fried tofu not amazed with the tofu, but the sauce was delicious. We also ordered their wakame, and I loved the serving size. It made me happy. I also ordered their sushi and tempura which was also good. The sauce of the prawn tempura was a bit bland it could add a little flavour. We also ordered ramen, which was also okay large serving as well! Initially, I was disappointed because the people behind us got their order immediately compared to ours even though we ordered first. And they were of the same nationality as the restaurant staff/owner. Regardless of that, the food was good. Maybe improve the service and customer approach next time"
Salads • Meal Deals • Dessert - Dorayaki • Noodle Dishes - Soya Ramen Noodles
清真菜 • Bars • Japanese • Vegetarian
"There was no possible to book a table. We had to wait minutes in a queue before we got a table. We were there on a Saturday night. The place was jam packed. The food and service was great. We each got a whole bowl of food with different ingredients and flavors. I had the duck steamed buns and duck rice bowl It was alot of food! The food came quite fast and the service was good. The meal took around hour to complete and since there was quite a long queue, we hurried out for the next guests to come in and enjoy the food and the atmosphere."
Beer • Wine • Sushi • Hotels
"The only complaint I have is that everything felt a bit worn out and not take care of. The menus were falling apart. The floor was sticky. The decor also felt a little off. Just looks like the person who owns it doesn’t really care all that much for it. But the chef we had was charming and the food was good. My kids loved it and I haven’t had tepanyaki in years. Overall a pleasant experience, just don’t walk in with high expectations."
Wine • Sushi • Seafood • Noodles
"I was looking for an appetizer and a nice restaurant to celebrate my husband's birthday. Ambience and authenticity were excellent, staff very friendly and helpful. Food was amazing, we chose set menu £35pp. Food was excellent, but wished there were more dishes and lots of food per person was not enough I.e ordered Teriyaki salmon and there was only 1 piece of slam that we had to share. I felt that when we paid per person, I would like the food for each person to have been the same quantities, Dessert was beautiful. Would definitely recommend and visit again, but would be a bit more careful with the choice of food. Perfect location for appetizers in the Royal Albert Hall"
Cafés • Seafood • Mexican • Fast Food
"Me and my partner have a strict diet and decided to go to giraffe for a treat. She ordered the rodio chicken burger and instantly said she had minor pains in her stomach. We finished and paid for the bill and made our way home. At night she was complaining the pain was still there she tried to go to sleep and an hour later she woke up with severe stomach pains and had extreme sickness and diarrhoea. There was blood in her sick so I instantly called an ambulance. We had a written record from the paramedic who confirmed that it was food poisoning. She complained to giraffe and they refused to except all responsibility and did not even offer to refund or compensate for her meal. I was disgusted with this company and will not eat here gain. I was even more annoyed they were saying it was from the oats And banana shed eaten prior to the visit. I'm a qualified nutritionist! I was gobsmacked when I heard this. Lol"
Bbq • Fish • Asiatic • Japanese
"I’ve been to Kintan at Oxford Circus before, but this is the first time I went to the branch. The food was really great as expected. But the service was a bit odd. The waiters kept on interrupting us asking whether they can bring the bill, almost as if they wanted to get rid of us. That was very annoying, because we a bunch of friends meeting after about a year, and we were trying have some quality conversations, and it’s not ideal when you keep getting disturbed every 3 minutes…. In the end we had to tell him to stop interrupting us and that we will call him when we are ready to pay. I have loved in Japan for 5 years, and this is definitely not the Japanese kind of service. In Japan almost all restaurants have a calling bell, and the waiters do not disturb or eavesdrop on their customers’ conversations , and come to the table only when they are needed. If Kintan wants to provide a truly Japanese yaki-niku experience, they should learn some this Japanese service standards as well."
Tea • Beer • Sushi • Japanese
"The restaurant is spacious with plenty of tables. However, the service was quite slow and a few of our favorite menu items were not available that night. If we had been informed of this beforehand, we would have chosen to dine elsewhere. The staff were friendly, but it was unclear why the service was so slow, especially since the restaurant was not very busy and there appeared to be enough waitstaff in place."