Kokoro in Kingston upon Thames

Now closed This restaurant appears to have lost its identity. It used to offer a great menu, but all our group could say today was ... It's "Ok". Before it was always "Fantastic". Original review Limited menu. Average dishes. A far cry from this once excellent restaurant.

It’s a real shame this used to be so good but unfortunately the staff are so rude, and abrupt. Tonight’s food was cold and the chicken curry was gloopy and just not very nice. The food isn’t amazing so won’t be in a rush to go back! Our previous family meal we spent £160 and collected then found all the chicken balls were raw inside 4 portions. We rang them and collected a new order while the other food was sitting at home. They didn’t even apologise.

I visited because I wanted to eat Jajangmyeon. I ordered Jajangmyeon, sweet and sour pork, and fried dumplings, and at £33, I think it's good value considering the cost of eating out in London! And the taste was as good as most Chinese restaurants in my neighborhood. I enjoyed the meal, but I was dissatisfied with the service. On the evening we visited, there were only two customers at the table, me and my friend, but they didn't treat us very kindly. I know they close at 9, but around 8:40 they hand me the bill and say it will close soon. At all times, including when taking orders, he speaks with a blank expression and an unfriendly tone.

Average at best. I'd love to write a positive review, but the food was really average, considering its price. However, the service was really poor. The lady who served us was not very welcoming nor attentive. She rushed us through the meal and seemed like she just wanted us out of the door asap. This was a special night for me as I was celebrating an important achievement and was a bit disappointed.

The food is amazing! Been here several times (and ordered takeaway) and never have I eaten anything that I didn’t like. Some of my favourites are stir fried beef with chillies, hot and sour soup and Singapore rice.