A delightful Japanese dessert featuring creamy ice cream wrapped in a soft, chewy mochi rice cake.
Wine • Dining • Asiatic • Japanese
"Definately Japan House Londons ' best kept secret a stylishly inkeeping resturant, with 'Zen ' decor and a beatifully clean, quite kitchen to watch and admire the artisan chefs at their craft. The dishes were delicious, especially the fresh produce for the starters, and the additional teas and puddings did not dissapoint. I invited my mother and brother along, celebrating his birthday , and they surprsised him with 'Happy Birthday ' written in chocolate icing on the dessert tray, nice touch head waiter (clearly listening) which impressed him no end! We will certainly be back to try the many dishes on offer here! Ps The Loos are a luxury so dont forget to visit the Lavatory!!!"
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."
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."
Beer • Sushi • Asian • Noodles
"Shimogano opened in 2013 in a parade of shops on Camden Parkway. It is named after an ancient Kyoto Shinto shrine that is a UNESCO world heritage site. The restaurant has a small dining area and bar at ground level, the main dining room being in the basement. The décor is fairly basic, and the restaurant serves a wide variety of Japanese cuisine styles, from sushi to tempura to noodles and beyond. This slightly scattergun approach is normal in London but unusual in Japan, where most restaurants specialise, sometimes to an extreme degree e.g. some restaurants serve only eel, or only tonkatsu. It must be difficult for any restaurant to really master such a wide menu. See more at:...read more"
Sushi • Drinks • Asiatic • Japanese
"My family of five dined at Kouzu while on vacation. Each of us felt a very strange vibe at Kouzu. We were seated in a corner of the first level by a woman who then took our drink orders. There was only one or two other tables filled. My son ordered a soda—a coke. She said they didn’t serve any soda in the restaurant. Really? So he instead ordered a water. She proceeded to bring a large bottle of water that she opened in front of us. I asked what it was—that he wanted just a tap water in place of the soda they didn’t carry. The server then left the table. Another gentlemen came around and sort of took over. I asked him why they didn’t carry any other drinks except water—he said oh we have lemonade coke, Diet Coke etc. The next strange thing was the menu. They gave us ample time with the menu and when they came to take our order I asked what a certain thing was—he said oh that’s a priz five menu that’s different! This menu has never been passed out to us. This was a sushi restaurant and what is nice—and needed quite honestly—is a rundown of each item as it’s placed on the table, as the majority of us ordered a la carte. This didn’t happen. I will say the food itself was delicious, however, the strange vibe we got coupled with the sizable price tag would deter me from patronizing this restaurant again if given the chance."
Tea • Fish • Healthy • Afternoon Tea
"Boyfriend had never been to afternoon tea but this one really stood out to us as we both enjoy Japanese food and this was a little ‘different’ from the usual (in the best kind of way) We booked it in the morning and turned up at 2:00. Brought downstairs the service was very good although hard to get people’s attention sometimes, they did eventually float back around to you. We chose ochakai. Staff were always friendly. They checked allergies too. When the food came out it looked incredible, although some of the pots (karage) were hard to get out of the frame it was all part of the fun. Everything tasted incredible and very authentic. The quality of the fish on the complimentary nigiri (sea bream and tuna given as part of their anniversary celebration) was so fresh and rich. The matcha was prepared in front of us with little pomp and circumstance making it approachable for something that may come across very formal or ceremonial. The whole experience was gorgeous and would love to do again. Be back soon x"
Wine • Bars • Beer • Sushi
"we enjoyed some really delicious sushi in michiko sushino, but the hectic atmosphere in the restaurant and bad service tasted an otherwise beautiful experience. we sat right at the door and stayed very aware that the people come and go during the meal. Not the blame of the restaurant, but some of the other guests were very loud, with loud arguments, trying to calm weeping babies (zwinen) or try to control mischievous dogs (we were surprised that they are allowed in the restaurant, regardless of the famous roam dog owner). it was also difficult to get the waiter's attention and it seemed just a few employees for a busy restaurant, again perhaps not her fault, as we know that it is difficult to rent in the hospitality right now. Finally there was only one toilet that, for a restaurant sitting over 30 is not enough and lead to queuing. However, the bill was reasonable and again, eating was really good what is the main thing. not sure that we will soon return what is a scandal, as it is local for us."
Thai • Asian • Japanese • Malaysian
"We had an incredible dining experience at this restaurant. We were able to watch the chef prepare sushi right behind us. The prices were very reasonable and we appreciated the fact that they showcase art on the walls that is available for purchase from local artists. We highly recommend supporting this local business instead of the chain restaurants on the main street. This place is fantastic!"
Asian • Noodles • Chicken • American
"I reserved the function room for a party of about 25 people. The space was perfect, beautifully arranged with its own private bar, and we were able to decorate and play our own music through the sound system. The staff were fantastic, the drink prices were very reasonable, and everyone had a fantastic time. However, there were a few issues that I want to mention for anyone else planning to book. With better communication before the event, I believe these could have been easily resolved. The venue was very helpful and responsive during the booking process, but after I confirmed my reservation, I had trouble getting responses to my emails or phone calls until the day of the event. This led to them not being able to coordinate dinner orders as I had requested. There were not enough menus for the whole party, so wait staff handed them out sporadically, leading to a very staggered food service. Some guests waited hours for their meals, which was embarrassing as the host. Additionally, the rounds of drinks that I had pre-ordered to be served as a surprise throughout the evening were announced near the beginning of the event due to an internal miscommunication. We also had to vacate the room for a downstairs booth at midnight instead of the requested 2am, which should have been clarified in advance. Despite these issues, it was still a great night with wonderful memories. I would consider booking again, but would recommend eating beforehand next time."
Rice • Desserts • Starters • Cold Drinks
Sushi • Asian • Vegan • Japanese
"We're regulars at this little gem of a restaurant and have introduced our friends to it too. The food has been wonderful every time we've visited and when we've done take away! Particular favourites are the sushi rolls, the tempura prawns and vegetables (amazing! and the Chicken Deopbap. If you're thinking of going, you won't be disappointed."
Sushi • Asiatic • Seafood • Japanese
"We were not prepared for the flavour journey Kazoku we're taking us on. Beautiful, simply. Divine. Magical. A journey through taste that we haven't experienced before. The plum wine, the serving of the food in intervals, the clinical knowledge the staff had of the food. We would like to personally commend the chefs for allowing us to try their food. We will be back, we would book a hotel just to visit again. Nothing more needs to be said, visit and divulge into what can only be described as brilliant. Congratulations, phenomenal. Thank you."
"Absolutely terrible service it took almost 2 hours for us to receive our food, I rang twice, I presume they’d forgotten our order and I reminded them the first time I rang, they told me it was ‘on its way’ a 15 minute journey, strangely took 40 minutes. If the food was amazing it would have been worth it, we had to warm it up and the salad literally consisted of 2 small leaves, shocking food, shocking service!"
Sushi • Asian • Asiatic • Seafood
"mmm, crunchy. But seriously, the tempura are great and anything that are crunchy are crunchy. Service was great too. Although the place look quite dark from outside, the food are great and I didn't expect that. This place is underrated, I would definitely recommend you to come here to try them out! Kid-friendliness: You get sweets! Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £30–40 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Salmon Teriyaki Bento Box, Miso Soup, Roll, Spicy Chicken Ramen, Dragon Sushi, Prawn Tempura, Black Cod, Sushi Platter"
Sushi • Asian • Fusion • Japanese
"2022 update is just better and better! the top asian resturant in sheffield (we tried the rest has a new menu and it is excellent. really love the dishes that prepare the cook on koko see photos. already booked our next visit to learn more about the menu: wow, what an excellent restaurant. we are in love with the Koko eating experience that has just celebrated a few birthdays in this wonderful sheffield restaurant. the dishes are excellent, everyone is almost an artwork and they taste even better than they look. especially we enjoyed the tsumago sushi rolls that were so delicious with panfried sirloin steak and homemade pesto that we had seconds! manager dan, alice, anthony and top cook felix made the culinary experience at koko there with the best they are all very friendly, knowledgeable and passionate about the dishes. we are looking forward to our next visit at this top restaurant sheffield. highly recommended."
Thai • Wine • Asian • Chinese
"We aren’t from London and found Uli while browsing for restaurants on google. We wanted Asian but couldn’t quite decide for a specific cuisine so the options on the menu were an absolutely perfect mix for us. We went for Vietnamese fresh rolls and sweet corn soup for starters (the soup was quite filling! and then the salmon fillet, Thai aubergines and tofu in black bean sauce for mains. It turned out to be way too much food but every bit of every dish was absolutely delicious. The staff was very kind and attentive, and we also managed to get a table booking on the day, just a couple hours before we wanted to eat dinner. Great experience and highly recommended!"
Asian • Sushi • Lunch • Chinese
"Sakura was recommended to me by a New Yorker who works on the American airbase and who had previously been stationed in Japan. We went with very low expectations because we have been so disappointed with the standard of Japanese food in Cambridge and Mildenhall. Wisdom of trusting New Yorkers confirmed. Sakura is definitely a cut above, at least for Japanese food (didn't try any Chinese). There isn't anything fancy on the menu and nothing is spectacularly good but it is substantially better than the local average. I didn't think it was particularly expensive for sushi, and anyway am highly suspicious of raw fish on the cheap. Would definitely recommend the spare rib donburi. Sashimi and maki roll are good, salads are lovely. Only complaints titchy portions of ginger and soft shell crab tempura was somewhat overcooked. Lastly, it's spotlessly clean and the staff are nice. Will definitely go again."