Humble Chicken in City of London, Westminster - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

The food and staff were both amazing. Made my husbands birthday really special. Thank you!

Being completely honest, this has to be the best restaurant I have been to. The Fat Duck was previously the top in terms of food and experience, but Humble Chicken takes the top stop. The food is on another level, probably because I love Japanese food. Took my wife for our 10 year anniversary and she absolutely loved it as well.

We had a wonderful experience celebrating my brother’s 40th at Humble Chicken. I’m pregnant and they were so kind in finding out my dietary requirements and making me special dishes on the day. Plus the food was amazing and my brother was completely blown away. 100% would recommend.

A truly wonderful experience had yesterday at Humble Chicken. The food was incredibly complex and creative with great pairings with the wines and sake. I particularly enjoyed the tartare and the chicken! The whole experience was a real triumph and revelation. Thank you again to the whole team - your hard work has paid off and I cannot wait to come again soon!

Incredibly kind and knowledgeable staff, passionate about what they do, friendly, not pedantic or elitist, just accessible and amenable. The food reflects all these qualities—elaborate yet quirky, refined to perfection, generous, and distinctly gourmet. We will come back!

My wife and I had such an incredible experience at Humble Chicken in mid-July. Some of the best food we’ve ever had and probably our favorite meal on a recent trip to London. The team was amazing. The chefs present food in such a proud and elegant manner, while the beverage team keeps your drinks flowing. We had some of the most interesting sake, which came with detailed but not overly so explanations of their origins. The food was amazing. The bread service was outstanding, the lobster was insane, the beef was incredible. Really a joy to eat here

Every single bite was so goodThe layers of flavour and texture were exciting and took me on a journey The whole menu was well balanced and I didn’t feel over full but also completely satisfied 10/10 Staff were warm and friendly and the dining experience was enhanced by the counter experience

From the moment we walked in we experienced five star service. I have yet to see such attention to detail in a restaurant in this city. The care put into each dish and pairing was enthusiastic and informative. I’m truly impressed. Delightful dish after delicious dish after immaculate dish …. I’m running out of adjectives on the level this restaurant deserves! Now, for the staff- you all love what you do and it shows. Hearing and feeling your passion made the experience all the more unforgettable! The owner is also quite kind and I loved watching him watch customer’s reactions… so wholesome to see the pride in a chefs eyes like that.

Amazing! Wonderful service, pleasant space and creative flavors. Particularly memorable bites include the Humble Fried Chicken, the mussel starter and the tune course. That being said, I enjoyed every course. My only regret for the meal was being too full to finish the final savory course. Excellent wine and sake list, with helpful tasting notes. The staff is top notch, and really added to the experience.

Really excellent experience and one of the best wine/sake pairings we've had. Amazing service too! Thank you for a great evening.

Highly highly recommend you visit humble chicken. So grateful to have a seat where you get to watch the entire staff work together as a team to produce a well designed dinner. Thank you!!!

Really great food with a clever focus on reducing food waste through using typically unwanted parts. Recently recognised as a Michelin star restaurant in London, right in the middle of Soho. Japanese cuisine with a European fusion twist.

The food is exquisite, but I’m not here to review the food. I’ve been three times with various family members and friends, including Matthew, who left the review below mine, and I can share their thoughts: Pauline (big sister): “It was a taste sensation and a meal to remember. In a wonderful setting. With great company” (Mark’s note: aww!)
Martin and Imran (life long friends and Michelin Star restaurant connoisseurs): “The best meal we’ve ever had.”
Matthew (another life long friend, and my companion that evening see review below): “An experience on a par with the birth of my Son.” Matthew had the wine and sake pairing which, if it affected his judgment, can only have done so in a manner that speaks very highly of the wine and sake pairing. Now, it’s my turn, I want to review the service, because I experienced a level of service that most people will never receive anywhere.

Because I’m left handed. To explain: Initially you’re seated with a pair of chopsticks in front you, positioned to your right, as you’d expect. The first thing I did was to move them to my left side. From that point onwards, everything that was served to me, was positioned for my left hand. All the drinks, and food items. I didn’t say anything to anyone about it, but someone noted the position of my chopsticks, and all the servers adjusted accordingly. I’ve never had that happen to me before, anywhere. The kicker was the main course (short rib - heavenly, my only comment on the food). For this we were provided with an additional knife and fork, placed on a napkin for each of myself and Matthew (my dining companion that evening). Matthew had his fork to the left of his knife, as you’d expect, and mine, had the fork on the right. I was honestly blown away by that. I’m not sure how many people would notice or care, but I found that level of attention to detail quite extraordinary, and I absolutely appreciated it. Over the coming years, I intend to bring pretty much everyone I love here. Next year my brother and his wife celebrate their 50th birthdays, and 20th wedding anniversary. They live just outside Edinburgh, and I’ll be bringing them here to celebrate. Some of my dearest friends in the world are coming to visit next year. I’ll be bringing them here too. I could go on, but I think you get the gist. (btw, I’m not looking for any special treatment by telling you this. I’ll be coming regardless, and, besides, what more could you give?)

An absolutely fabulous experience - reminded me so much of one of my favourite restaurants in NYC - Degustation.The menu was amazing - each bite shrouding your taste buds with layers of flavour and then unwrapping gently as you get to the completion of the mouthful. Each course building on the previous one. The staff were impeccable - friendly and knowledgable. I can't wait to go back!! dd

If I was to try to describe the dining experience I would say that it took me 20 years to be a parent and it’s the most incredible thing. (My son is now 6). Tonight at Humble Chicken can only be compared to the day of my son’s birth…… a whole new experience which blows the mind (and palette). Truly as memorable as the day Richard was born. Each course was phenomenal and the wine pairings were incredible also. Cannot say thank you to Mark for taking me, oh to the staff for being so incredibly talented and welcoming. They truly have a passion for what they do and their smiles carry to their eyes as they engage with you. My only complaint is that I don’t possess a millionth of the talent and will be returning to my own Home cooking tomorrow. I would say I have been ruined beyond belief. But that’s hard to say when I feel I’ve had one of the best experiences of my life. In truth, it will inspire me to be more adventurous in my home cooking and to make a date to return, to humble chicken with family and friends

If I was to try to describe the dining experience I would say that it took me 20 years to be a parent and it’s the most incredible thing. (My son is now 6). Tonight at Humble Chicken can only be compared to the day of my son’s birth…… a whole new experience which blows the mind (and palette). Truly as memorable as the day Richard was born. Each course was phenomenal and the wine pairings were incredible also. Cannot say thank you to Mark for taking me, oh to the staff for being so incredibly talented and welcoming. They truly have a passion for what they do and their smiles carry to their eyes as they engage with you. My only complaint is that I don’t possess a millionth of the talent and will be returning to my own Home cooking tomorrow. I would say I have been ruined beyond belief. But that’s hard to say when I feel I’ve had one of the best experiences of my life. In truth, it will inspire me to be more adventurous in my home cooking and to make a date to return, to humble chicken with family and friends

Over the years I've been lucky enough to go to some amazing establishments, but in the way of a culinary experience, this is one of the best my son and I ever experienced. Me and my son had the pleasure of sitting through 12 amazing dishes that we had and a compliment drinks menu with. (Highly recommend) Have to say it was amazing, from the warm friendly service to the precision and presentation of the dishes is second to none. If you're thinking about going, don't hesitate, book it and enjoy!

The food was incredible and the staff couldn’t have done more. The setting is great and we loved the atmosphere. A thoroughly enjoyable evening!

Prob the best meal I’ve had this year. Could not fault it in any way. Amazing

Had such a fantastic meal. Loved the set up, the food, the service (really excellent). High end without being stuffy. Really good fun.

We were so impressed by the whole experience! Everything was so relaxed and friendly. It was great that we got to speak with most of the team, we were treated like royalty by everyone. Food was exceptional, it was a privilege to watch it be so lovingly prepared in front of us. The background music felt a little out of place but the randomness of it made for a talking point and added to the experience itself. Thank you so much for the extra birthday touch...you made it one to never forget.

One of the best meals of my life. Every course was spectacular. I've eaten omakase dinners worldwide, and this one will be remembered. The service was top-notch, and I can't recommend the sake pairing enough. We will see you again every time we return to London. Thank you!

Everything was perfect. We believe we had the best seats in the house right where the chefs cook and prep. Given that its a small counter top venue of 20 (ish) seats we could have been in the corner or the far end of the counter. Truly lucky. Thanks to the team. The food was exceptional, every bite better than the last. The staff were attentive and engaging, they didn’t mind interacting and sharing their thoughts with us. Even put a candle in the dessert and signed a menu happy birthday from everyone to my wife.

Exceptional flavours. Diverse menu. Attentive waiters. Every one of the 12 plates of food had a story. It’s certainly not cheap and takes 3 hours to complete, but this is a really special restaurant.

The tasting menu was fantastic, with an amazing range of taste and textures. We even played a game where we tried to pick our favourite dish, and then proceeded to run through the whole menu. The drinks pairing seemed spendy at the start, but turned out to be well worth it. Great diversity that excellently paired with each dish, and the enthusiasm in the description when pouring really added to it. Thank you.

A great Japanese style restaurant with amazing staff and service!

From start to finish, it was an amazing experience! I absolutely love the place!

I was so pleasantly surprised by the menu, the ambiance and the friendliness of the staff. More importantly by the eagerness to seek feedback and continuously improved. I would be coming back for sure.

I just had lunch at Humble Chicken and holy moly was it amazingly delicious. One of the best meals of my life. Every bite was an explosion of flavor and the progression was so well done. There wasn't a mediocre dish and there were many dishes. Left stuffed but it wasn't too much. The staff was also superb and I really enjoyed the ambiance (easy to have a conversation but not stuffy/quiet). It was a wonderful rollercoaster of a meal. 100/10 would revisit.

A brilliant experience Highly recommend the food, service and venue. Easily the best value tasting menu at the moment in London Plus loved the playlist Can’t wait to come back

One of the best meals I’ve had, hands down.

Fantastic!!! Such a great vibey spot in Soho! Food, service and wine were excellent! Highly recommend :) thanks for the great night.

Gosh, I don’t know if the place is simply overrated or we caught the kitchen on a bad day. But for £500 price tag for 2 there are better restaurants to go to in London. Firstly, there is nothing humble about this place. Yes, the signature Humble Fried Chicken is a delight, but foie gras and caviar are not humble and they make appearances twice in the menu. So, for me the brief is missed. I’m also not sure every guest being told to “smash” the opening Otoro dish speaks of particularly humility but rather decadence, which is fine were it not for the name and theme of this place. The standout dishes are the tomato celebration and the fish Dashi, they both transported you else where. However, the little piggies bao buns barely tasted of anything and the presentation was basic, it seemed like a gimmick. And the Shokupan picnic just seemed like a dish to fill your stomach although the pickles are really special. The Sukiyaki dish was nice but too rich and too late in the game, so by the time dessert came round, watching someone struggle to grate a tasteless but giant strawberry did nothing for me. The Purin dessert has an interesting flavour profile, but at the end of so much butter, I was unable to finish it, and it is here there is a brief reminder of humility as it comes wrapped in old menus… They’ll parcel you off with a chamomile tea to take home, which after such a poorly executed and overly rich menu, you’ll need to help you digest. Lastly, the music, is awful. Michael Bolton and Craig David are not what I expect in a venue of this standing.

Had an amazing degustation experience on Thursday night. Every dish was well thought out, complex and interesting tastes and presented beautifully. The pairings were matched perfectly. We got to talk with the chef/owner and some of the other staff and they are all very passionate and are executing phenomenally. Recommend getting your booking in and experiencing what they have to offer!

Awesome food, great drinks. We can highly recommend the non-alcoholic pairing. The service was incredible, everyone was easy to talk with and very attentive.

Exceptional dining! Fantastic food and superb paring. Huge thank you to the team for such a welcoming atmosphere.

I travelled from India for this meal and it did not disappoint. One of the best dining experiences I have ever had. Everything from the food to the atmosphere was perfect. You could really tell that every single item was well thought out and appreciated the way each chef/staff member explained in detail what we would be eating. The service was amazing and felt very comforting, which I did not expect initially. I will definitely be coming back whenever I’m in London next. The beef tartare tart, tuna, and the strawberry dessert were my favorites. I hope they make the tuna course a permanent on the menu. Thank you Humble Chicken team!

Had a wonderful lunch, super friendly staff and food was a wonderful treat. Would recommend.

Our lunch omakase at the Humble Chicken was amazing. The food was outstanding - every course was prepared in front of our eyes with utmost care and a level of detail which was simply impressive. Especially the foie gras, hazelnut, melon course was exceptionally good - a real umami flavour bomb. Also the service was very attentive and made sure to provide an excellent experience while keeping the atmosphere welcoming and comfortable without it feeling too formal. We were visiting London for a weekend from Germany - and stopping by Humble Chicken was the highlight of our trip. It wasn't our first Michelin star restaurant we visited, but so far, it was the best. Many thanks to the team for the spectecular experience!

Exceptional food with fantastic service. Highly recommend the restaurant to anyone, I am certain there won’t be any regrets. Every dish keeps getting better.

I like the chef Angelo's enthusiasm, but the food was below expectations, especially considering the very high price. Also, there was an annoying detail, when we arrived at the restaurant, the waiter wouldn't let us sit where we wanted at the counter. When we later asked for a reason, he explained that the spot was for three people, not two. However, this didn't make sense because the restaurant was full, and only two people were sitting there.

A wonderfully executed Japanese tasting menu. Some absolutely delicious dishes and a well weighted menu that leaves you full at the end but not gasping for air. As with many tasting menus it's really hard to nail the mains after such scrumptious snacks and starters. Highlights being the scallop and foie gras that were almost perfection. The mains were good - the place still deserves 5 stars because execution was perfect and the overall experience was fun. Finishing off with a great deconstructed cheesecake and then some Japanese custard (which I wasn't a fan of but I can appreciate who'd like this). Given the price it's 4/5 for food but the overall experience is worth it. I'd say that the entire start of the menu is perfection and the mains just lacked the oompf that left you going WOW. If you're into your wines then ask for the Humble Book and look at their collection. They have some smashing things that will combine very well with the different dishes. We picked a Tameran that was perfect but if you want to go all out then get the Lumiere.

Great value for lunch! Dishes came out in perfect timing and tasty. My favourite is the starters batch. Pig bun was so soft and the oyster was so special the way it's made. Very cool to Watch the chefs doing it in front of you too

This amazing restaurant is an incredible experience in every way as the story of the beautiful menu unfolds! The pre excitement starts as people gather outside for the first evening sitting. Inside, there are glimpses of readying activity and a team meeting. Then, the doors open to a very warm welcome from super friendly staff and settling in at the intimate bar counter. With a great vibe and reminiscent soundscape, the joy begins! At a delightful pace, inventive dish after tasty dish is presented like a ballet by the entire team led charismatically by Chef Angelo Sato. Every course is prepared in front of you, decscribed with insight, and offered up with a standard of culinary choreography borne of hours of practice and precise attention to detail. It's a sublime experience of tastes, textures, and flavour culture - some reminiscent, some playful, some brand new! Lots of surprises but in such a relaxed ambience that one can relax and truly enjoy the tastebud theatre! No rush, no hype, no hauteur. Totally recommended!

My friend surprised me for my birthday for their 16 course tasting menus and it was one, if not the best dining experiences I have ever had. It was intimate, excellent atmoshphere, every dish thoroughly explained, excellent staff and customer service. Would definitely recommend, you will not be disappointed!!

Pros (1) innovative and delicious quasi Japanese food. Not exactly Japanese. (2) Small bites were very good. (3) Service was good Cons (1) Expensive (2) Sashimi not that good

Nice Michelin star cousine that needs further performance development! - Wild Mussel Avocado - nicely balanced, good spices 9/10 - Hand-Dived Scallop - nice, but lacks character 7/10 - Charentais Melon, Foie Gras, Hazelnut - nice but lacks character 7/10 - Beef Tartar, Spicy Miso, Bone Marrow - nicely developed flavors 8/10 - HFC - Humble Fried Chicken - tender chicken, garlic tartare, caviar - chicken too hot for a bite snack, which probably spoiled the combination 8/10 - This Little Piggy - mini pork bao buns - tender, cool design 7/10 - Shokupan - Australian winter truffle, chicken liver parfait, parsley - Japanese brioche combined with butter layers of truffle, parsley, and chicken liver parfait - fantastic. Condiments nice but unnecessary 9/10 - Sashimi - quality ingredients, expected taste except for one of the five, which exceeded expectations 8/10 - Dashi - wild black seabream, seaweed, shiitake & ginger broth - sleek and delicious 9/10 - Sukiyaki - short rib, Cévennes onion, crispy egg - nice and as expected, without an a-ha effect 8/10 - Cheesecake New York style, with fresh frozen mandarin ribbed - nice flavor, but nothing new 7/10 - Purin - Japanese custard, tea flavored with caramelized sugar - light twist in taste 8/10 - Service elegant, informative, pleasant, and inviting. Good pairing choice of sake and French wines with good storytelling.

A great tasting menu that takes you from Japan to Europe and back several times. Can highly recommend the wine + sake drinks flight too - you'll taste the food in a whole different way. The vibe is great with tunes and a relaxed atmosphere for a night-out feel. Will definitely return for the bread, the sashimi, the fried chicken and, of course, the cheesecake.

Lets start off with the beginning of the experience. So it seems if you book just before the opening time, then you are likely to have to stand around and wait for them to open. So, that's that, next the welcoming was wonderful, and the staff seemed very inviting. As for the seating, everyone is sat on the half rectangular table; bare in mind that not everyone walks in at the same time so you'll be smelling dishes you either had or hadn't had already. I do feel the need to comment on the music, as it did not reflect on the food or atmosphere not one bit- the playlist was far from classical or Japanese style music. There were a few great dishes including the mussels, KFC and Melon under snacks to name my personal favourites. The bread (1 loaf per 2) that was brought after snacks was absolutely divine ! Their fried chicken was their main show stopper, but I did wish that they'd incorporate that level of flavour and texture into many more of their dishes. One of the cuts of Sashimi did have an inedible line of muscle to it which wasn't the greatest, but then again, the other plates surrounding were decent and clean tasting. But let me also tell you this, don't let the platting /images fool you as the portion sizes are actually tiny! Service was great (Although- I must notify you that service charge was optional and is at 15%). Overall, if you want to experience a different vibe to your usual Michelin starred restaurants, then this if your place to go.

Amazing experience! We went for the Yakitori Omakase experience and it was just amazing. It is surprising the combination of flavours and textures you can achieve with chicken. Fully recommended if you really appreciate food and want to try something different. Being able to see the chefs cook in front it’s also a big plus!

We went to the restaurant on 10/02/24 for a significant birthday treat. I’m not a food critic or expert, but the food was terrific and the restaurant had recently won a very well deserved Michelin star. We were warmly welcomed in, then given a very informed run-through of the drinks menu by the maître d' . We opted for some Sake then white wine, both of which complimented the dishes very well. We had opted for the tasting menu. This had been meticulously thought out and evidently influenced by the food of Japan (‘Land of Soy sauce! And Mothra!’ [we’d seen a matinee of ‘The Book of Mormon’ prior to the meal]). The dishes were not only outstanding but also visually entertaining (eg the mini piggy burgers called ‘This Little Piggy’). The service was excellent, with chefs and the maître d' serving the food and at the same time giving the background to the dishes and their respective ingredients in a friendly and engaging manner, injecting welcome humour into the proceedings in addition. The experience was enjoyably theatrical with plenty of opportunity to see the chefs preparing the various dishes with aplomb. Overseeing all was the commanding presence of the owner, Angelo Sato, evidently - and rightly - proud of his restaurant and team; of his Michelin Star; and of the buzzing atmosphere he had cultivated. He served us some of the dishes himself, with charm. They kindly provided us with a menu to keep, signed with birthday greetings from the team and also gave us some take-away exotic Japanese tea bag infusions. Wonderful experience. Would go there again - at the drop of a kasa 笠!

Serves fois gras, clearly don't care about welfare resourcing

It most certainly was one of my best culinary experiences in London. Everything was well thought and executed, the food, the balances. I particularly enjoyed the sake pairing experience, and would definitely recommend it. It is also really nice to sit at the bar and enjoy the food being prepared before your eyes. The chef and his team have my eternal admiration for their hard work and dedication. Arigato

Great menu mixing Japanese and European influences with a great focus on taste. The selection of wines and sake is fairly unique. Back to childhood memories

They’re unique and tasty - the foie gras with hazelnut for snacks were quite special

The lunch omakase showcased great creativity by the chef and the team. They’re unique and tasty - the foie gras with hazelnut for snacks were quite special and we really liked the purin. The alcohol pairing went quite well with the food and the service was amazing. We are looking forward for the next visit although personally I’m still finding it hard to justify the price especially with the recent increase.

Went to their tasting menu yesterday evening for mine and my partners 1 year , the food , service and atmosphere were all phenomenal, they made our anniversary really special and I couldn't recommend them highly enough, they even gave us a menu from the night which was signed by the staff and had the date on it with "happy anniversary" which is such a small thing but made our experience so special , couldn't recommend this place highly enough, pricy but definitely worth the price for the experience

Humble Chicken truly impressed me with its modern and minimalist atmosphere, embodying the 'less is more' ethos perfectly. The food was a delightful reflection of thoughtful curation and execution, showcasing a blend of flavors and textures that left me thoroughly satisfied. But what truly set this experience apart was the exceptional staff—friendly, funny, and thoroughly professional. Their warmth and expertise added an extra layer of enjoyment to an already fantastic meal. Highly recommend visiting!

I am very impressed with the great time I had at the restaurant. It’s beyond the amazing food. The entire staff and the chef Angelo Sato make you feel special since the moment you get in. The food is super delicious and beautiful presented. The staff and 100% focused on you so they take care of everything. Even when it’s a Michelin star restaurant they make you feel cozy and familiar. This is very difficult to find in other high end restaurants. I really love.

Amazing omakase tasting menu @humblechicken_uk in #soho with chef @missionsato Beautifully presented, carefully thought out dishes drawing from Japanese and European culinary inspiration. Recently awarded a #michelinstar and its easy to see why. It was great to see a hands on chef which such attention to detail. Service was very good; attentive, professional, friendly. Favourite dish wasn’t much of a looker so the photo didn’t enter make the cut but it was so good; persimmon, foie gras and hazelnut brittle. The shaved frozen mandarin was also very clever and the sashimi course was amazing. Not wanting to drink too much they accommodated by offering a part alcoholic and non alcoholic pairing which was perfect.

My partner and I went here for dinner and had a great experience! The staff were friendly, explained all the courses and drinks well and of course the food was delicious!

Ridiculously good food in a relaxed and immersive environment all the time assisted by the most informed and engaging staff - you will be planning your next visit before you finish your first

Burger King is better than this…

Food is truly sensational. Some of the best in London right now. Nice atmosphere, small but decent wine & cocktail list. One tip though: a better soundtrack!! Michael Bolton might be post ironic, but no.

I had such an amazing experience at Humble Chicken and it is a place I’ll highly recommend if you enjoy an izakaya and or omakasa experience! The restaurant gives customers a cosy and comfortable dining experience by the bar and sits 18 people approximately. The seating layout allows you to enjoy conversations your friends, family, and/or other half… (depending who you are going with) as well as interact with the catering team throughout your meal. The team there are engaging, professional, interactive, and really know their stuff. While we did the sake pairing we got to talk to a member of the team, share thoughts and experience and that really enhanced the dining experience. The place is very nicely decorated, simplistic, fits to their theme and funky as well. You get a traditional meets upbeat modern vibe. The food was amazing, delicious, thoroughly enjoyed the dining journey with each dish that was served. The element of surprise, presentation and quality, really happy with how well everything was planned and coordinated. The level of detail and how it was presented you can see the head chef put a lot of thought into it. I don’t eat beef, I have to praise the team for being able to give me an alternative meat option. Much appreciated. I highly recommend for you to book in advance as you’ll have to be extremely lucky to get seated from a walk in. If you have allergies or a vegetarian or vegan, I have to say this restaurant is unsuitable for you. Though that is highlighted on their menu. Finally, thank you again for a wonderful experience, will be back again when the new menu kicks in!

The service, ambiance and food were 5 star! We haven’t enjoyed dinner so much in ages. Well deserving of their recently awarded Michelin Star. Would highly recommend

It was ok. The atmosphere wasn't great. The chef was opposite us the whole time which was a bit uncomfortable. My wife didn't like some of the courses and it got a bit awkward. The sushi course was the best in my opinion, my wife liked the cheesecake the most. The guy that greets you and takes payment seemed very odd.

This may have just become my new favourite restaurant in London. What an amazing evening!

Fantastic resturant with excellent food, staff and atmosphere

Fun omakase experience. Our host for the evening was charming and informative. This restaurant is chic yet cosy! I’d love to visit again - delicious dishes. Thank you

Headline: I wouldn’t be surprised if they get into the Michelin Guide or maybe earn a star, but not quite 4.7/5 The restaurant's ambiance is pretty warm and casual. Each dish was a display of culinary finesse, with the Mussel, Kosho Ponzu, Avocado, and Beef Tartar each standing out with a 4.5/5 rating. The Chicken Nanban (you can feel the oily taste from the crispy outside) and This Little Piggy maintained the high bar with a 4/5. Not to be outdone, the Australian Winter Truffle with Chicken Liver Parfait and the Wild Black Seabream each earned a 4.3 for their intricate flavors. The Short Rib was exceptional, deserving its 4.7/5. While I didn't rate the Sofu Sencha, it complemented our meal perfectly. The Cheesecake was a hit at 4.7/5, and although the Purin was a tad lower at 3/5, it was not an ideal finish to our meal. The personalized signed menu from the staff was a delightful birthday surprise that added to the day's magic. The prices may be on the higher side, but the experience justifies the cost. Overall, Humble Chicken earns a 4.2/5, making it a worthy destination for those special dining moments.

Went for a birthday lunch-time omakase. The staff were attentive and very nice. The interior design is cool and fun. The playlist kills the vibe a little bit and the music is played a bit too loud but overall a fun/cool place for quality food in the heart of Soho. The plates were very good overall. ADORED the ponzu avocado mussels, beef tartar with miso and bone marrow, shokupan with chicken liver, truffle and parsley butter , seabream dashi, the very fun and rich flavoured take on sukiyaki, the amazing ocha sofu senca tea and the freshest cheesecake Ive probably ever had- the tangerine cheesecake. Only the purin was not really for me and the other fried starters were a bit too oily to my liking. A bit expensive but LOVED the thoughtful gift in the end. Thanks guys!

Love this place, great food, great customer service, great drinks and great chef!!!

13-Jul-23 & 21-Dec-23 Humble Chicken: I've visited twice now and been equally blown away on both occasions. Definitely now in my Top 5 in London. Every single dish is a mini masterpiece of taste and presentation. The team are an absolute pleasure to watch in their work: it's like watching a well rehearsed play where enthusiasm and standards never slip. Their service is that perfect mix of professional and superbly well-humoured. The music (not something I usually notice) is spot-on for my taste and just the right volume. On both visits I've left feeling on top of the world, satisfied and very well looked after. I'll return when the dining budget allows!

Awesome lunch experience sake pairing is must!

Would give 6 out of 5 if I could. Awesome from start to finish, service, decor, food, everything. We're already recommending to others and will return.

Absolutely fantastic. Definitely one of my favourite restaurants in London. Consistent high quality food and service.

Such good food. Loved how some courses were so fresh and light and others were rich and full of umami. Great service and attention to detail.

Fantastic food on both occassions. Great casual counter dining atsmophere. If you are turned off by the idea of having just chicken or skewered food, don't be. The experience will definitely change your mind.

Exceptional - well worth visiting. We will be back for sure !

Very cosy and very beautiful restaurant with really nice food perfect for date night its bar seating so you can see all the dishes being prepared in-front of you little bit expensive then other restaurants but it’s worth the price some people wait months to get in i got lucky and got a table in a week

It was perfect, in any ways… 10/10, 100/100… never ever had such an incredible experience - and you need to take the sake pairing 👌🏻

A creative cooking just like in any Michelin restaurant. I wonder when humble chicken will get their star. The food was carefully prepared even the little details. Taste is subjective and I liked most of the dishes. Go and try it, your mouth buds will thank you

Best Japanese restaurant in London 💥

The omakase menu is absolutely incredible. Service was also phenomenal. You can feel and see the attention to detail in every single dish. Will be dreaming of the dashi broth and persimmon foie gras hazelnut until I’m back 😮‍💨

We had such an amazing time celebrating our Anniversary. The food was fantastic, each dish was presented beautifully with the ceremony of the server telling you not only what was contained in the dish but also directions on how best to enjoy it (one bite, three bites, break it up and let it soak etc.). Which was fantastic for putting you at ease when enjoying the delicious food. Apart from the actual food which was the star of the show, the staff and atmosphere were phenomenal. You can tell that a lot of time and attention has gone into everything and everyone is passionate about the food, theatre and experience of the diners. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable and really did put you at ease, which allowed you to really enjoy and soak up the whole experience. Being able to watch the dishes be prepared and then watch other peoples reaction to items you'd tasted earlier in the service was a real treat. Everyone seemed so calm and related but the Chef - Angelo - described it as "controlled chaos". It didn't seen chaotic in the slightest. I will definitely be recommending this restaurant to as many people as possible and will be back again once the menu changes (although eating the same menu again would be just as pleasurable). We had such a lovely time, thank you!

An exceptional dining experience. The omakase is creative, extensive and extremely high quality cooking. Couldn't fault it. But it was topped off by the best service I've ever had in any restaurant in London, led by JP who is simply a master of his profession.

By far the BEST food and service I’ve ever had. Everything tasted so delicious and everyone at Humble Chicken took time and care to prepare the most beautiful dishes for us. You will NOT be disappointed in anything that the chef serves you and they time it just right to bring out the courses that you don’t feel full or hungry throughout the whole time you’re there. The staff there was AMAZING! They really love their customers and really take the time to get to know you and make sure everything is to your liking. I never doubted for a second how wonderful the owners are and how much they took care of me. Please give them a try! They are wonderful and kind and their food is such high quality as well as their atmosphere and it’ll make you coming back for more!

Long story short: this place was unreal. Food: 10/10. Service: 10/10. Atmosphere: 10/10. My best friend and I went here on her birthday, and were both blown away by the quality of food. Both of us being from Japan, we have pretty high standards when it comes to oversea Japanese restaurants--this exceeded expectations! It has the home-iness of Japanese cooking (all the right balance, all the warm heart and rich taste) elevated and wrapped up in the finest of dining experiences. The presentation alone would have scored huge points, but the fact that everything we were served was a miniature work of art? Amazing. My favorite was smoky beef tartar "snack attack" and the clementine cheesecake, my best friend loved the sukiyaki--we both loved the sashimi! Every dish was presented with such care and explanation, specific recommendation on how to eat and in what order--so it made us feel at ease and very catered to. But, the kicker: everyone at the restaurant was getting the same attentive service. How they manage it while they're bustling around making every little tiny detail perfect is beyond me, but we loved every second of it! Angelo Sato clearly knows food and I'm embarrassed I've ever said the words "I can cook," because THIS is true cooking. His head of service John Paul didn't let a single detail fall by the wayside, and was so amiable and welcoming to each diner. All the rest of the cooks and staff were equally focused and warm, and it was such a perfect experience. Obviously, cannot gush enough. Highly, highly recommend! I've never felt fancier but, at the same time, more at home. Thank you, Humble Chicken!

World class, inventive and fun. Every dish superb and the house’s skill with chicken still much in evidence; the chicken nanban was a bite of joy. The drinks pairings deserve a special mention spanning Japan north to south, France and Peckham. Each managed to be both interesting and added to the dish, even the Cab Franc which is not my normal choice. Service was knowledgeable, attentive and friendly in a way that is so difficult to get right. Highly recommended

The perfect place. I went to Humble chicken as a solo diner for my birthday and had the most wonderful time. Aidan, Ezmira and JP looked after me so well ! They were so polite, kind, professional, friendly and super knowledgeable. I felt so comfortable and discovered so many delicious things! All the different drinks were delicious.. the teas, sake, wine and cocktails were amazing. The food was so perfectly created and executed by Angelo and John and the team.. I ate so well and the whole experience just left me feeling so special. Thank you so much.

Food was incredible and the service was brilliant. The staff really went out of their way to accommodate me on my dietary requirements and made our anniversary very special, a card signed by the staff was a lovely touch

We went to Humble Chicken 21st October for dinner to celebrate my birthday. We had a fantastic time. Great food and drinks! Fantastic team delivering an exceptional experience! It’s nice seeing the food being prepared right in front of you. The head chef/owner was very hands on, busy in the kitchen and there throughout the service. It is not cheap, but will definitely go again!

This place is phenomenal! Came in last minute and got to try their tasting menu. Each piece of food was lovingly crafted and thanks to the kitchen being just behind the bar you can see them work throughout the experience crafting it all. I would also highly recommend taking one of their drink pairings. I personally went for the non-alcoholic and got a beautifully paired drink for each part of the meal which perfectly synced with the food. I was very thankful to enjoy your food and hope to come treat myself again (once my bank balance has recovered 😂 it was worth every penny)

Ok the food is really good, service is good, but the pricing is nuts and kind of betrays the whole point of this kind of food imo. I guess rents are just too high in London

We had the most incredible time at humble chicken 2.0 on Saturday night. There were 13 stunning courses, each absolutely perfect. The flavours were incredible in every single dish. The amount of care taken in preparing the dishes was incredible. We literally couldn’t choose a favourite dish because of how incredible they all were... We loved that this was an experience where you sit at the bar and watch the chefs prepare everything. It was so entertaining. We were there for about 3 hours I think, which was lovely. This is a must do for foodies! Everyone was SO friendly too. We had an amazing time. We normally try a tasting menu and then we don’t go back, but we will 1000% be revisiting when the menu changes. Because of the dishes AND the staff. Thank you Angelo & John who were the chefs and prepped every dish. This is well worth the money. The drinks menu is also fantastic - so many Japanese options. Aidan was incredible at explaining the drinks and let us taste the drink before we went for it. However I was very fussy and he opened a half bottle of champagne especially for me, so I could have champagne by the glass (normally it’s sold by the bottle.) We didn’t catch the name of everyone but thank you to every single one of them! We throughly enjoyed this and we WILL be back. The best Japanese tasting menu experience in london.

Wow Every mouthful was delicious. Also memorable, creative, technically excellent and of course, beautifully presented. The service is attentive and friendly and knowledgeable, but not intrusive. It was expensive. You sit at a bar watching the preparations... The money goes on the food, which is where it should be spent. I'd go there before it gets discovered.

One of the best meals I've ever had! I went with a friend in August and we were honestly shocked by the detail and attention put into each dish. The food was beyond incredible, each with its own unique twist. The service was incredible, again the attention to every detail was impeccable. From pulling out our chairs and taking our coats, to the service of the food which came with a detailed explanation of each dish and where the food was sourced from. We were also seated at the bar right in front of the chefs so it was incredible to be able to see them put the dishes together right in front of your eyes. It's easily one of the best meals and service we had both ever experienced. I can't recommend it enough, put it at the top of your must eat restaurants to eat at in London.

This place is a Michelin star in the making, Ikoyi, Umu, A.Wong, Hakkasan,(Brat viz. the wonderful smoked flavours and respectful treatment of shellfish),(and Barrafina in terms of creating an atmosphere where you can see the chefs work their magic in front of you in a relaxed atmosphere) these are Humble Chicken’s contemporaries. If you want to come to a restaurant that is in an upward trajectory, doing truly interesting food with a great wine and sake pairing- come here! The staff are conscientious, warm and friendly. The food is beyond reproach. The wine and sake menu is like bread and butter- perfectly matched. On a similar note - a personal highlight was the bread course as good a parfait as you could get at LeGavroche or the Alain Ducasee at the Dorchester, and a milk loaf simultaneously soft and crispy to spread the ambrosia across. If you want to come to a restaurant that is a bargain at the cost of the taster, that has a passionate and interesting head chef, a front of house who the cares about ambiance and interest of a bar dining setting, and a somm who knows what’s what and is personable come to Humble Chicken.

We had an incredible dinner here for my husbands birthday. Loved the concept of everyone sitting at the chefs table watching everything..culinary theatre! Head chef Angelo is only 27 & is definitely going places - amazing inventive menu!! Loved it all good was delicious … would SO recommend!!