Grilled skewered chicken with savory soy glaze and scallions, a classic Japanese delight.
Fish • Asian • Chicken • Japanese
"Great place though not easy to find (according to my friend we enjoyed excellent food, friendly and efficient service, relaxed and fun atmosphere and pretty good value. The only thing that was missing was more vegan options and better signposting of veggie and vegan items on the menu."
Wine • Sushi • Seafood • Noodles
"I was searching for a restaurant for a pre-theatre meal and a special place to celebrate my husband's birthday. The ambience and authenticity were fantastic, the staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was amazing, we opted for the set menu priced at £35 per person. The quality of the food was outstanding, but we wished there were more dishes and larger portions per person. For example, we ordered the teriyaki salmon and there was only one piece that we had to share. I felt that since we were paying per person, the portions should have been more equal. However, the dessert was delicious. I would definitely recommend this restaurant and visit again, but I would be more cautious with my food choices. It is a perfect location for a pre-theatre meal near the Royal Albert Hall."
Steak • Sushi • Indian • Japanese
"SPOILER: AVOID THIS RESTAURANT IF YOU APPRECIATE GOOD SERVICEAs we were staying at the Grange Hotel at St Paul’s we decided to eat in and chose their Japanese restaurant Benihana. We booked for 7.30pm and were running a little late arriving at 7.45pm. A young lady greeted us, asked if we had booked which we confirmed we had, she then left explaining she would get the manager to attend to us. A couple of minutes passed whilst we observed that the restaurant was hardly busy with perhaps 12 covers. Then another young lady greeted us, again asking had we booked and again we confirmed we had and explained we were being seen to. We then waited another couple of minutes, admittedly by now feeling a little neglected. Just then the manager passed by us carrying two chairs and addressing us over his shoulder saying “I know you are waiting just give me a minute and I will be with you”. Sure enough a minute later the manager appeared, again asking whether we had booked, which we confirmed and then, upon checking the computer turned to us and in a surly tone said “You’re late, you should have been here at 7.30.” We were absolutely stunned, particularly given that a large part of the time lapse had been due to their lack of attention upon our arrival. Quite the most appalling service we have ever had and we had not yet managed to reach the table. Needless to say we walked out and ate at an excellent Japanese restaurant, Uramaya, down the road where we had not booked, and where we were warmly welcomed. Unfortunately this restaurant completely lets down an otherwise excellent hotel."
Beer • Wine • Sushi • Hotels
"Incredible disappointed as have been to other Benihana’s and had a fantastic experience. We arrived early and weren’t allowed to sit down which was fine as we sat at the hotel bar. When we went back to be seated we were only told then they were short of chefs so no one would be cooking in-front of us... isn’t that why you go there?! There was quite a language barrier between us and the waitress but we soon found out they had NO sushi or sashimi!!! Had they had the courtesy to be honest and tell us beforehand we could’ve booked a different venue instead of wasting our evening which we were meant to be celebrating my boyfriends birthday. We left with no apology and will not be revisiting."
Poke • Sushi • Asiatic • Alcoholic Drinks - Beer
Bars • Full • Asian • Steak
"We really enjoyed our meal and time in Flesh Buns. Our waiter Abi or Adi, sorry, I forgot the name) was very friendly and nice. The food was nice too. We had the tasting menu. Great value for money. I love the cocktails I had. One was the Lucky Cat Cocktail amazing and funny presentation) and other was Zen Garden I think), one of the most beautiful cocktails I've ever had I love sweet cocktails). I just didn't really enjoy the vegetables with the nets because they were soaked in vinegar. Even if the dessert could be a bit bigger. The main complaint I would make is that food was brought very quickly so that the service felt a little rushed. We were only halfway our cold appetizers when we got the hot squid and chicken wings. I feel that it would be better to get the hot food when the table is ready with the cold food, so the hot would not get cold. I also mentioned at my booking that this dinner was for my birthday, but that was not mentioned or I did not get a birthday contract. I'm not really sure if this restaurant even makes something for birthdays, so that's okay, I think. Also the food we had was not presented and explained so that I read online what we eat. Another little advice would be to have a less table on the wall tables of 2) because it is a little tricky to sit down without disturbing the tables next to you. I really want to mention the hosts women with green jacket and short hair. She was very positive, attentive, energetic and nice what I think is extremely important because she was the first person we saw when we came in. Overall, I am very pleased with our experience and I think it was a great value for money."
Fish • Soup • Sushi • Coffee
"The restaurant is rather small and soulless: dark plain walls, small tables. Despite booking, the waitress (who was in charge/mother of a small baby in the restaurant during service) had no clue and did not find the booking. Fortunately, we arrived early. I had asked...whether they had gluten-free options when I booked, but on arrival the waitress who did not have a good command of English told me I could only have plain sushi nothing cooked at all and no soy sauce. I felt somewhat misled. The food was very slow in coming out to us. It was better than pre-packed supermarket items, but more cafe than restaurant. in quality. We will not be returning."
Cafe • Wine • Italian • Fast Food
"Treated my son, the fish lover, to his first ever trip to Yo Sushi. It has changed since I last visited and I love the new ordering system and traffic light feature. You order by scanning the QR code at your table (need to set up an account to order and pay) and pay for your food in advance, rather than stuff your face and then almost pass out when the bill comes. When the LED light strip in front of you turns amber it means your food is on its way. Then the strip turns green, your food stops in front of you and you grab it (same with drinks too). We went for a spot of lunch and it was really all delicious with plenty of choice, but couldn't find any ramen/soba dishes on the menu, so maybe that's just on the evening menu. Worth booking ahead as quite a few people were turned away when they hear of possibly an hours wait."
Sushi • Seafood • Asiatic • Japanese
"I love coming to midori. large atmosphere and environment, excellent cuisine and a great selection of Asian dresses from Korean to Japanese. Even my Chinese friends living in South London want to go back every time they come and see me in muswell hill. I highly recommend this place if you want to eat in the evening or have lunch on the afternoon."
Pizza • Juice • Asian • Japanese
"We went to Wagamama Salisbury for lunch, having been quite a few times before but not for several months. I’m not sure what might have changed but it was a real disappointment. On the plus side, the service was reasonable and both the tata squid and hoisin duck buns were tasty and quick to the table. However, the tantoman beef ramen and grilled chicken ramen were both very bland with broth that I can only describe as tasting like school dinner gravy. Both were left less than half finished. Equally, the chicken and prawn pad Thai was quite greasy and again, bland with no spice heat at all. The dish was saved through the addition of lashings of soy sauce and chilli flakes at the table, but that shouldn’t have had to have been the case. Despite seeing the ramen bowls hardly touched, our server didn’t ask if all was okay, they simply cleared the table and reminded me that I could pay via an app. All of this coming in at a whisker shy of £70 as well, (yes £70 for three noodle dishes and some squid balls) left a very bitter taste in my mouth, pun intended. I won’t be back."
Asian • Vegan • Japanese • Vegetarian
"Florin deserves Employee of The Year and Amazing Food! I am a massive Wagamama fan/eater I have Wagamama about once or twice a week! And have been for years. So I thought i'd try the one at East Croydon... and I always get Katsu curry but Florin convinced me to try the new healthier katsu chicken, and even offered to replace it with the normal one if i don't like it! He was so friendly and was passionate about the restaurant. I tried it and obviously loved it found my new favorite dish! : Thank you Florin for being so great and making the experience wonderful and also giving me the option to try it, and now i will be ordering it all the time."
Fish • Meat • Juice • Asian
"The service here is absolutely terrible. I came to eat here with my family and have a gluten allergy. I asked my server twice to speak to the manager since she's can't take my order. The manager never came to my table. Yet, she would look at me and talk to the server and continue on her way. I eventually had to walk over to the manager who was completely rude to me when I asked to speak with her. She couldn't figure out how to put my order in until she went and then offered me a gluten free menu. Just to order the exact same meal. Don't ever go here. My food then took well over 15 minutes AFTER my entire family had finished their food."
Full • Vegan • Sushi • Japanese
Pizza • Juice • Asian • Chicken
"“I understand your policy of only allowing guide dogs inside your restaurants but what about your branches that have outdoor terraces? We have a little dog that fits in a handbag and all outdoor dinning that we have ever attended have never complained about us bringing our dog with us, until last night after a very enjoyable and perhaps the last meal at Wagamama! I really feel that Wagamama management seriously need to look into their current dog policy because for a dog loving country like the UK your current position of only guide dogs in your restaurants is one thing but not allowing dogs in your OUTSIDE dining areas is absolutely ridiculous, very extreme and in mine and many peoples opinion totally unnecessary. Kind regards, Roger”"
Sushi • Juice • Asiatic • Japanese
"since the vegan wagamama has become one of my favorite chain restaurants. they have a huge separate vegan menu that offers so many interesting different options and they constantly add new things to the menu! the personal is always so courteous and friendly! I tried the vegan rugs that was one of the best vegan rarms dishes I had! it was so spicy and the amount of hits in the plate were amazing! I also tried the vegan squid (mushrooms) that were so delicious and I never had anything like it since vegan and they were 10/10! one of my favorite dishes here are the vegan Bao beans that were light and fluffy with super delicious filling and great texture! the only thing I've tried so far that I didn't like is the vegan gyozas that tasted so dry and grassy; I wouldn't order her again. overall I love wagamama as a vegan and it will always be my favorite vegan chain restaurant!"
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."
清真菜 • Tea • Chicken • Soft Drinks
"Was first time eating at a wagamama felt very uncomfortable where we were seated but they was very busy so wasn't any other option although about five minutes in after we arrived a better table became available. We asked our waiter if we could move our location and he made some excuse as to why we couldn't sit there but said he'd check for us. We then waiting another ten minutes waiting to see if we could have that table or not as was still free but he never came back to us and it was then too late to move. So uncomfortable was sat near the main entrance which when the doors kept opening it let a lot of wind in which wasn't very pleasant when eating. Food was very boring as well no flavour whatsoever would not come again.."
Sushi • Asiatic • Seafood • Japanese
"my experience was okay. the staff was very friendly and the service was nice and fast. the restaurant itself is very beautiful, clean and only a great atmosphere. I ordered the chicken katsu for my head and the banana catsu for my dessert and both were very nice. the huh katsu was a good part, I couldn't finish it, but I thought it was worth his money that's always good. to dessert was the banana catsu on the curse. it is a banana coated with brothcrumbs served hot with a screedy ice. I recommend it if they ever visit as I would get it again and again, I might try another main course and the same dessert but because of me not...read more"
"My favourite restaurant ever! The best ramen and Asian food! I have been to this exact restaurant 3 times now within the past year. We always get in straight away, the prices are reasonable and staff is friendly. Food comes out quite fast. With the Eat Out To Help Out we paid £23 for two drinks, 3 starters and 2 mains which was a great discount! We did have to wait 50 minutes to get in last Monday, which was the same time we were inside for, but it was worth waiting for and it's understandable due to the discount. The peach iced tea is the best, the katsu curry is a great classic and the ramens are my favourite! Edamame is a go to favourite, the squid starter is so nice and creamy, the bang bang cauliflower seems really popular I think it's nice but quite simple and the crispy prawns are nice as well!"
Sushi • Asian • Dessert • 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."