Roka Charlotte Street in Camden

Very good cuisine and excellent quality of products A wonderful welcome before settling down but a disappointment for the table service, no more warmth... We forget and we will remember a very good dinner!

Perfect evening at Roka. We will definitively come back.

Sad …I was I big fun of this restaurant for years and years since I experienced that. Food was disappointing almost plastic Atmosphere and vibe far away from what you will Expect Clearly they are only trying to increase their revenues So so sad I had a better sushi at itsu

Very friendly and professional staff, very nice environment with the open kitchen island and really quality food. The area is very beautiful and well frequented.

Booked at 3.30pm table and didn’t get seated until 3.50pm despite receiving several phone calls during the week emphasising being on time. We were made to order straight away. They didn’t have any crispy prawn and avocado maki on the brunch menu which is apparently subject to availability. Felt rushed by the servers and were only able to order a few starter plates due to the kitchen closing. Overall a disappointing experience.

Very disappointed with the service, we felt rushed, our server had no interaction with us, no one asked us if everything was good, and our bill was presented without asking, all in all a very disappointing evening, at this price would we return ? Doubt it £400 for 4 people, we expected to be treated better

Awesome...the food was heavenly made..very tasty ...

I don’t normally write reviews, but the overall experience at this restaurant has left me no other choice and I want to warn people before they make the mistake of going. This is probably the worse dining experience I have had in London and the biggest disappointment considering the hype and other reviews. We had the Saturday brunch menu. Here are my thoughts: - If you have travelled to Japan and have experience going to REAL Japanese restaurants, don’t go here expecting Japanese food. This is NOT a Japanese restaurant. I get better quality sushi at a my local Japanese (Nunu Sushi 10 min away from ROKA) for a quarter of the price. - The menu wasn’t explained at all. The waiter at no point said the starters were unlimited and you could order as many as you wanted. Had we known this, we would have gone for the premium brunch menu, as it included yellowtail sashimi. All the starters were subpar. Very very mediocre. - The service was ok. At times the waiter would hover over the table and look at us while we were eating which I find uncomfortable. They would also come and collect our plates before we had even finished and we felt like we were being rushed. Towards the end we were ignored, I ordered a drink and the waiter completely forgot. I received it after reminding him 30 mins later. - My boyfriend ordered the £20 unlimited wine for 1h30mins. The wine they serve is probably the worse wine we have tried in our lives. The £5 wine I get at the supermarket to cook is better quality and tasting than this. My boyfriend had 4 glasses and left with a headache. - My boyfriend ordered the A4 200gr Wagyu, and let me just say, there is no way that is A4 and no way it was 200grams. I have uploaded a picture so you can see but the steak was TINY. We have tried A5 and A4 Wagyu before and it doesn’t compare to this. They charged us £33 pounds EXTRA just for this steak which I find RIDICULOUS. - I ordered the pork ribs as my main, and let me just say, TGI Fridays serves better ribs. I had two bites and couldn’t have any more. It was disgusting. Overall a VERY poor experience considering how expensive this restaurant is. The bill came to £211 and I have never felt so stupid in my life. You can go to a Michelin star restaurant for that price, or down the road to Bricco e Bacco which serves the best steak in London for not much more than what we paid here. If you go to restaurants to take pictures and be scammed this might be the place for you, but if you are interested in eating at a good Japanese restaurant DONT GO HERE.

Great atmosphere, fabulous food and lovely knowledgable staff. Two of us had the pre-theatre menu which unlike some pre-theatre menus didn’t feel like the ‘budget version’ option. My son had the pork ribs and my highlight were the tempura prawns. The batter was perfect and light. A great wine list too. Anyway all in all a lovely meal, not pretentious and a real buzzy vibe. Will visit again !

The premium brunch was lovely with lots of variety in the food options. However, the cheesecake we were served for dessert was out of date, as confirmed by our waiter. Additionally we had different waiters throughout the whole sitting so we has tap water served in glasses with sparking water in etc.

Loved it, as always great food and great service.

Ended up eating at the Counter (Shochu Lounge is louder than I remember). Food was very good. Obviously not a low price menu but I would definitely recommend ordering a la Carte as you don't need as much as the Tasting Menu (had previously). Good wine list - and they have some wines by the carafe (500ml) which is often enough.

Very nice, excellent food as always

Very testy Japanese style restaurant The prices are very high Not recommended more than One visit

Brilliant Food, excellent service... Great night out

Excellent quality of food with attentive & friendly staff. The ambience is very calming and warm. The premium tasting menu was fantastic and the dessert platter was just beautiful.

Food was good, service attentive although always pouring drinks without asking clearly focusing to upsell. Whats an absolute no go is the toilet: Worse than at a train station and i even mentioned to the staff. I was literally sitting in the toilet under the stair, which is extremely dark, and i was sitting in something i do not want to talk about here as this was just embarrassing as you literally cant see anything in this small room. See the photos. Usually you say the toilet is the reference, I really hope this doesnt correspond to this restaurant. No thank you never ever again, especially for this price level (ps: my female friends told me womens toilet was also dirty, so this is not a men’s restroom problem).

They tried to charge me a bottle of £60 wine that i didnt order. Fortunately, I spotted it before I inserted the card. Later, they just replaced the bill with no apology.

Lovely meal with family on Saturday evening. The service was fantastic and recommended dishes were delicious. Great atmosphere and vibe for a fun evening but where you also want to catch up aswell and still being able to hear the conversation across the table.

Great food, great atmosphere. Service is good and attentive. Not inexpensive, but you know what you get. Try the fried eggplant

Recommend the taster menu. Was a wonderful experience.

I had a confirmed reservation at 9pm in the lounge, but I was left waiting for 25 minutes at the bar, where I ordered a terrible Negroni. The bartender Lady who was rude, unsmiling, and visibly annoyed with her job, made it horribly. When I pointed it out to the manager, the receptionist, a certain Olga, was just as impolite. It’s surprising that the Roca Group hires people like this. After waiting for 30 minutes, I was finally Olga given a table—behind a column. My dinner experience consisted of me, my wife, and the column. Absolutely scandalous and disgraceful. I do, however, appreciate the intervention of Alessio Mandatori, who tried to fix the situation. He was very kind and professional, but unfortunately, it wasn’t enough to salvage the night.

Roka never disappoints, and that’s why I keep coming back! The service is always exceptional, with the team making sure my water glass stays full while also keeping my cocktail or wine topped up😉 true attention to detail 👌. Deco of this place as well is on fire😍. A huge thank you to my favorites, Alessio and Stefano ❤️ their hospitality is unmatched and a big reason I return time and time again. Grazie mille! See you soon! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Booked a birthday brunch for my daughter. Everything was going well until our main. My dish arrived then we had to wait 20 minutes for my daughter’s dish and by then we were a bit fed up. Then we waited such a long time for our pudding I said just don’t bother. Still charged us full price. Not ok. Big let down.

One word “ satisfy” Thank you for your hard work and best service from management to chef Place looks simple and cosy without much decoration which I wish they may add some fun inside but still keep a business run elegant and cheerful

Super expensive place for what uses to be best food .... It's my 4th time n ROKA and probably won't return... £100 person and I was still hungry afterwards. I've been to better places like this for 1/3 of the price. Super noise in times as well

The seasonal tasting menu was really good and service was great.

Came here for Valentine’s Day. Service overall was not great at all not our waitress wasn’t very attentive and was blunt and pushy. There must have been an incentive for selling the valentines cocktail as I had to decline it three times before she gave up. The waitress that took over towards the end was far more polite and friendly. Food was mediocre and quite bland except for the seabass which was really enjoyable, the lamb chops were succulent but again very bland. My partner and I found it quite shocking that most of the plates served to us were chipped right down to the chopstick rests. I would expect far higher standards of service and food from an upper mid range restaurant. Definitely overpriced for the quality received.

Fantastic brunch and great value for money, the courses kept coming and very generous with their portions. Food came out very quickly and the dessert platter was a nice surprise (especially the banana toffee dessert). Relaxed environment and easy to find, can hold conversations without music being too overpowering. The service could be improved though (hence why I knocked off one star) as the waiter we had was slightly cold and at the end, he suddenly came out of nowhere without saying anything and stood behind with a card machine. A slight warning would have been appreciated, but besides that - had an enjoyable time at Roka.

Amazing fodd and very friendly and attentive staff Giuseppe and Pala were very helpful and attentive!!!

Terrible service, put plenty of tables right in the entrance just to squeeze in more people. I wanted to leave cause I was freezing the whole time, but my friend was hungry so we couldn’t. Nobody came to take our orders for 837327 hours, extremely sassy servers. Terrible experience, not worth it.

One of my favourite restaurants! Always consistent

First visit was about 15 years ago and back then it was a uniques eating experience. Today there are many similar restaurants but ROKA has keep the edge. Through high quality of raw material and the freshly prepared taste ROKA is unique and the food taste so well. The lamb chops are absolutely outstanding. Well worth a visit

Amazing brunch, all the dishes were so tasty. There was so much variety for the brunch menu. The interior was opulent and the service was impeccable. We will definitely be returning back soon.

We had the tasting menu for two. Quality 10/10 Service 10/10 Ambiance 8/10 Toilet facilities 7/10 Overall happy to leave 5*

Food was bad, drinks are fine. Over rated as hell

Perfect example of Japanese fusion done right. It’s easily one of my top five restaurants in London, and every visit feels like a special occasion and normally is. The combination of flavours, high-quality ingredients, and a lively yet sophisticated atmosphere makes it a must-visit for any food lover. The black cod is simply outstanding, it melts in your mouth with every bite. The lamb cutlets are another highlight, perfectly charred, offering a rich depth of flavour with just the right amount of seasoning.

Best quality, best service and best experience thanks to our waiter Angelo and the rest of the team behind the scenes!

Great food. Great service team. Friendly co-diners.

We went to celebrate my daughter's birthday, we had a very good dinner, the food was spectacular and a 10 to Angelo and all the team.

My friend and I dined there last Saturday, the food was delicious and plentiful. I especially liked the desert, staff were very accommodating especially the male, dark haired manager who I think maybe was Italian. We left thinking we must rebook and return, thank you 💕

Excellente cuisine, rien à redire. Cher (peu copieux). Accueil pas très aimable qui ne prend pas soin de vos affaires. Exaspérant le don de 1£ systématiquement inclus dans l'addition ; c'est le client qui doit demander à le soustraire, ce devrait être l'inverse.

Contemporary Japanese cuisine . The food is amazing . One of my favourite restaurant in London . Good veg choice. Good for non veg .

Visitamos Roka a principios de este mes. Desde el momento en que llegamos, el personal era amable y eficiente, son un crédito para el restaurante. Las guarniciones que pedimos eran geniales, aunque el sushi era un poco soso. Para el desierto, compartimos una miso crème brûlée. Este es uno de los mejores desiertos que he comido, ¡valdría la pena visitar Roka solo por este plato!

ROKA on Charlotte Street, Soho, deserves nothing less than 5 stars 🌟. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was absolutely electric—a vibrant buzz of happy diners, lively yet relaxing music, and an inviting energy that set the tone for an unforgettable evening. The highlight? The incredible open kitchen where talented chefs worked their magic right before our eyes, preparing dishes with precision and flair. It was a true spectacle that added to the experience. This was a celebration of meat at its finest. Every dish was a masterpiece—succulent pork ribs, tender lamb chops, melt-in-your-mouth black cod, perfectly cooked salmon, and flavorful chicken wings. Each bite was bursting with flavor and presented with genuine care by a friendly, attentive team. Though the ribs were initially lukewarm, they were quickly whisked away and returned hot and fresh—a seamless correction that showed their commitment to customer satisfaction. ROKA is a perfect blend of exceptional food, great service, and an unbeatable atmosphere. It’s an indulgent experience, but one where every penny feels well spent. We left satisfied, energized, and ready for the comedy club—already planning our next visit to explore more ROKA locations. Bravo to the team for creating such a memorable dining adventure!

I was so disappointed with my visit to Roka. The menu has clearly marked v and vg options, which I was excited about. I wanted to order the vegetable tempura & I informed the waitress that I had a shellfish allergy, to which she asked if ‘I was ok with cross contamination’ I responded confused, asking her to clarify as the menu CLEARLY marked the vegetarian options as V AND VG!!! She informed me that THEY DO NOT CHANGE THE OIL FOE VEGETARIAN FOOD OR VEGAN FOOD!!! Ie the fish is cooked in the SAME OIL!!!!!!! This meant I could eat 2 things on the entire menu, the avocado sushi, and the edamame beans … what a disappointing and truly disturbing fact to learn to be honest ! If you’re vegetarian or vegan - STEER CLEAR!!!

We just loved it. Not sure what more to say. Fantastic tasty food. Great service. Beautiful people all around. We really enjoyed spending time here especially on New Year's Eve! :)

Great meal - we arrived and hour early but they accommodated us - great meal we had the taster meal

Came here for my birthday, and the food was good. The beef skewer was a bit too salty though. But our waiter disappeared mid service and also forgot 2 of our orders. So that was slightly disappointing

Great restaurant with incredible sushi some of the best in London. Staff are really welcoming gave us discounts on the bill and free drinks that was really appreciated.

We went on the 24th of December, the service and the atmosphere was really nice however the food, we ordered sashimi and sushi was not fresh and very disappointing :( the only fresh dish was the iceberg salad. We went last year and we were so impressed with the quality of the food, I couldn’t believe how mediocre everything was.

Bottomless brunch was absolutely worth it. Food was delicious and the wine was free flowing.

He estado en este restaurante un par de veces y aunque caro sigue siendo un gran lugar para ir para una noche especial. Fuimos esta noche a celebrar el cumpleaños de mi hija, que nos entusiasmó a todos. Tristemente nos dieron una mesa bastante cerca de la parte delantera del restaurante y en unos 15 minutos nos dimos cuenta de que había una ráfaga horrible de viento frío amargo que nos golpeaba cada vez que la puerta principal se abría y cerraba. Para cuando nos dimos cuenta de lo mal que había llegado nuestra comida y para empezar a levantarse y moverse habría molestado a todos y también no podíamos ver ninguna mesa de repuesto ya que el restaurante estaba lleno. En general, aunque arruinó la comida para nosotros. Cuando le di esta retroalimentación a dos funcionarios, ambos admitieron saber que esto era un problema. Esto me hizo sentir más frustrado, ya que sabían que este era el caso, no deberían habernos sentado allí, al menos no sin informarnos del caso para que pudiéramos decidir si quedarnos o no. Básicamente nos sentaron allí esperando que no hiciéramos escándalo. La gélida corriente fría en última instancia significó que la comida no era tan agradable como debería haber sido, especialmente dado que es un restaurante tan caro. Como me dijo un miembro del personal - la próxima vez pedir una mesa lejos de la puerta - pero como un establecimiento de alta gama y caro no deberían estar sentando a los invitados en mesas que saben que son tan fríos que los comensales tienen que sentarse y comer con sus abrigos puestos.

Delicious Japanese food, great service, nice atmosphere. We had the tasting menu which had good variety, everything was fresh, beautifully presented and delicious. This restaurant was expensive but highly recommended.

Fresh food and good quality, the service is great too!

Deliciosa comida japonesa, gran servicio, buen ambiente. Teníamos el menú degustación que tenía buena variedad, todo estaba fresco, muy bien presentado y delicioso. Este restaurante era caro pero muy recomendable.

Brilliant food, Saturday linch menu is definitely worth its price.

Premium tasting menu was utterly terrible and I will never return here. Much better places for the money.

Exceptional food, great service in a vibing atmosphere... We had the omakase premium tasting menu ...

I was invited for a business meal so I don’t know about pricing but we all had the seasonal tasting menu and it was incredibile. A lot of food, super fresh and full of taste. Would absolutely love to go back.

Visited this place twice in a week when we were staying at a neighbouring hotel. The wagyu beef is really exceptional, sushi excellent and deserts fab. It's very busy with lots of hustle and bustle, if you like that kind of thing. Efficient service, like a well oiled machine.

Una noche en Charlotte Street siempre es una noche divertida. Tuvimos una cena absolutamente agradable en Roka sentado en el mostrador con los ojos en la preparación y ahumado de algunos platos deliciosos. Me encantó - gracias (miso pescado era sensacional).

Food is great, fish feels fresh. The desserts were fantastic!

Nos topamos con ROKA después de un viaje de compras a Londres por suerte tenían una mesa para 2 , tuvimos una comida fantástica a la hora de la cena y el vino y la comida eran fenomenales. El ambiente era relajado y la cocina en el centro realmente añadió a la experiencia. Estamos reservados para volver este fin de semana con nuestra hija que ahora es lo suficientemente grande para apreciar la comida y el servicio amable.

Angelo was one of the finest waiters I've had. Phenomenal service and a great guy

Amazing meal! Angelo was a fantastic waiter!!

Como un brunch serial autoproclamado, esta tiene que ser una de mis mejores experiencias! Desde el momento en que entras en el establecimiento hasta el momento en que sales, te cuidan. El personal es amable y atento. La comida es deliciosa, todos los platos están llenos de sabor. Inicialmente, no estaba seguro de solo beber vino, sin embargo, mi opinión cambió y me gustó mucho. Mis expectativas fueron superadas y un saludo a las personas que nos asisten, Melvin & Lamine.

One of my favorite Japanese people in London

Service was outstanding and the food was amazing!! Everything fresh and tastefull. Thank you Giuseppe and Ioana for the service

Enjoyable - recommend bar seats to watch the action

Good food, but nothing special and definitely not worth the price. I went in with very high expectations which unfortunately weren’t met. Really nice interior design though and service was good

The staff made the dining experience as special and unforgettable as the the quality of the food - one of the most memorable meals of my life. Still in awe of this place weeks after having visited.

Very disappointed in this restaurant that I had heard good things about. Shameful that all its food contains alcohol, and do not offer soya sauce without alcohol. Will provide them with more Detailed feedback and hope they’ll make it better in the future.

Lovely food (set-menu is great value for money), very helpful and efficient staff, including recommending most suitable sake. Will be back

We had a wonderful time trying the tasting menu. The waiters were very attentive, the service was prompt and the food was fresh and tasty, especially the sashimi and yellowtail tartare. The place was packed. We had reservations for 8:30pm. I think the black cod is a bit overhyped, I preferred the seabream. Definitely recommend ROKA for a nice dinner.

Delicious and beautiful basement with a floral ceiling holy macaroni

Very nice food, particularly the tofu and squid.

Came here for a friend's birthday - the happy birthday on her dessert was a nice touch. The service was friendly and warm, and the food was enjoyable - pricey, but everything was well made and done. The only downside was it was very loud and our clothes smelt quite smokey afterwards, despite being seated against the wall and away from the kitchen island.

Had an absolutely enjoyable dinner at Roka. Food was 5/5, service 6/5. Only minor minus comes from background music, which was a bit loud for our liking. Will definitely come here again!

ROKA was an experience you have to try! Their dishes are amazing! The yellow fin tartar was excellent!

Absolutely incredible dining experience! The black cod was hands down the best I’ve ever tasted—perfectly cooked with a rich, buttery miso flavor that melts in your mouth. Paired with their signature lychee martinis, which were refreshingly light and delicious, it made for an unforgettable meal. The ambiance is elegant, and the service is impeccable. Whether you’re looking for a romantic night out or a sophisticated spot to impress, this place is a must-visit! Highly recommend.

Food came out quickly, sushi was tastey

Food ok - black cod and tofu particular standouts - but service is awful. Mains delivered before starters and without sides. Tempura sushi not crispy. Rice was cold, twice. Waiters oblivious to customers walking in the restaurant and forcing them to give way & wait for the waiters to walk past. Really odd experience all on all. Better options available for the money.

Not bad. Not my first choice for Japanese cuisine but was worth a try

Done the bottomless brunch at the Aldwych location before and thought we would try Charlotte Street this time. The waitress was quite cold and unfriendly. She seemed clueless about the vegetarian options which surely should be normal given how many people are vegetarian/vegan these days. The only substitutions made for vegetarian was some avocado maki and a spinach salad which were not substantial but at the Aldwych location there were more vegetarian options so extremely dissatisfied with this. 20 mins before the end of our booking she came over and told us it was our last glass of wine. Another waitress tried to top us up afterwards and the first waitress very loudly said “no it’s finished for them” which was just rude and unprofessional because we could hear that from 2 tables away.

Tried the premium tasting menu to celebrate my other half’s birthday. Tasty food and great service. One star down as would expect a bit more space between tables.

As a loyal customer to Roka over the years, this was my first time visiting your Charlotte Street branch, I usually like to visit the Canary Wharf branch (impeccable service and food every time), I was shocked at how poorly the ‘Brunch’ is ran here. Firstly, we’re greeted by unpleasant and certainly unwelcoming staff (which we never get at your Canary Wharf branch, always such a pleasant and welcoming experience). Never in my life have I paid for a meal before eating it, we were asked to so this, so we all had to pay before we had even eaten. Secondly, our drinks were topped up twice the whole brunch, we were offered one last drink at the end. The food took a very long time to come out, no one took the time to explain the menu to some of the members of our booking. We had to send back raw chicken from one of our friend’s main course. Lastly, before anyone had finished eating their dessert (with cold ‘hot puddings’ and not-fresh fruit) these were taken away without asking anyone and we were rushed out. I am absolutely shocked at this service, it is disgraceful. The money we spent here was definitely not value for money or service.

We came here for our anniversary and I must say, the food was just incredible. We decided to go for the tasting menu and oh boy, what a good idea! Cocktails were delicious and the service just amazing, I don't think I've received a better service in London I swear. Shout-out to Angelo, who provided us with the most attentive service and ensured our experience was delightful.

Absolutely delicious food perfect for grazing/sharing. Attentive and friendly service and lovely atmosphere.

I have used roka for years now but I have to say I was disappointed My PA was 50 and the service was not good as we waited too long between courses also the food was not as good as usual

Been coming since the restaurant opened , from the Morgana days , always consistent and by far the best ROKA in London and better than the ones abroad . Normally it’s a bit frustrating when the staff you know get sent to all the various outposts . But today a new guy was so good I wrote a review . Grazia Angelo , Italians are the best at service .

The brunch is good value for money. However the service charge at 14.5% is exorbitant so it leaves a sour taste at the end of the meal.

Literally the perfect cuisine at the perfect place. The food was delicious!!!! I would definitely recommend.

The service and ambiance were excellent. It’s a high-end restaurant, so the price is expected, but unfortunately I suffered the worst food poisoning I've had in a long time.

This place used to be brilliant - I first came nearly 20 years ago and have been many times over the years. I came back with my family this time to celebrate a special moment for my 18 year old daughter. The food is still very good - but it’s now insanely over priced and the place run in a cynical and brash way to extract as much £££ as possible… the final straw for me was being asked to tip on top of the 14.5% service charge that was already added to the bill. When I questioned this, the (friendly and apologetic) waiter said the service didn’t go to the staff. When I asked the manager, he said the service is split between front of house and back of house staff, and they invite diners to tip extra for good service. I don’t know which version of the story was true, but I’ve never experienced that in London. I wrote to the restaurant after to give feedback and got no reply…which tells me everything I need to know (not to mention I was sat under an air con vent dripping water on my head!),

Fantastically good food. Expensive but the experience and flavors really lived up to our expectations

Came for drinks. Shochu lounge closed. Advertised is open. Not a problem. Sat down outside. Asked for sommelier to get nice bottle of sake. Waited enough long. No server. No service. Left. This place used to be amazing. Now sadly is not.

Had the set lunch on a very quiet and very hot Monday. The restaurant was open to the street, so airy and the lady that served us was very friendly. Loved the food and will definitely go again

Too expensive for services and food rendred

Gorgeous Japanese restaurant in London. Came here with friends and practically tried almost every dish and dessert on the menu! The food is so yummy and dishes arrived in a timely manner. Service was great and nothing was too much trouble. This was definitely a luxury treat, however couldn't recommend this place enough.