Kuriya Keiko in Islington

I was fancy a Japanese so I looked the closest one and I found this place, so I decided to go. The atmosphere is quite relaxing and warm. The lady that runs it is very nice. The food is incredible good and the prices are decent. If you are looking for authentic Japanese food, in a friendly atmosphere for a decent price, do not think twice!

We visited this restaurant for a friend's birthday as she has spent time in Tokyo, and loved it. We were not disappointed in any way by Kurlya Kelko , the food , the service and the atmosphere.

This is my second visit to Kuriya Keiko, a lovely little restaurant off Hornsey Street 5 minutes from Holloway Road tube station. 1. Food - wholesome home cooking with generous portions. Everything we tried was good and served piping hot. No pretentious, overpriced sashimi starter that costs an arm a gram here ;) 2. Staff - the owner, Keiko san, could not be nicer. The waiter (Diego) was helpful and friendly throughout our dinner. I had to organise a mini Xmas party for 5 people - I had to change my booking twice, but no moans or groans from the restaurant. They also let us bring our own crackers and decorate the table to our heart's content!! 3. Location - this is perhaps where the restaurant is being let down. It is actually very conveniently located in the Islington Studios just a stone's throw from Holloway station. However, the restaurant itself is not visible from Hornsey Street (need to bend left as you hit the entrance to the studios). 4. Events/Cookery classes - the restaurant also hosts events and cookery classes. I have yet to try their classes, but I thoroughly enjoyed the mini Japanese concert they held there!! Overall, I am surprised that not more people have discovered this gem of a restaurant yet!! Oh, where are thou, all ye students of the nearby London Metropolitan University? :)

I come here every day for the £5 meal deal and the sashimi sushi and miso soup is first class. It is a welcome addition to the locality.