Taro in Lambeth

Disappointing experience. The chicken was tough and lacking in flavour - both in my dish and that of my host. They must have downgraded the ingredients because we came here several years ago and the quality had been excellent.

Had a fabulous Bento box for lunch here . Chicken teriyaki and sushi and sashimi were all delicious. Casual atmosphere and friendly staff makes this a really great local restaurant

We love Taro. A consistent and reasonably priced local favourite. The food is always great - both in house and delivery - and the staff always helpful. Their udon noodle soup is the best we’ve had in London and their Sushi also holds its own.

Absolutely brilliant! Delicious sushi. Beautiful presentation. Friendly service. Reasonable prices. Can’t wait to return and suggest everyone go there.

Having lived in Japan for over 5 years I'm probably pickier than some diners but this is the third (and probably last) time we've had a very average meal here. The sushi rice on our chirashi-sushi was an odd temperature and flavour, and when I asked for a very simple, normally widely available sushi roll made with pickled plum and perilla leaf (ume-shiso-maki, delicious!), they looked completely puzzled, even when I explained, and the chef, equally confused and disinterested, just looked over an said no with a grumpy look. Most Japanese restaurants that are authentic would a) have this dish, and b) if they didn't, at least be polite about the fact they didn't have it instead of giving the customer a gruff brush off. The sashimi on the rice was also cut in a hap hazard way so the presentation was very basic. Am not saying it was really bad, that would be unfair, but overall the experience was a disappointment and certainly there is very little that feels authentic Japanese about this place, which is a suprise, given that the owner is Japanese, whom I remember from the Soho branch, from years back. Maybe they have expanded too quickly and the quality control has gone. Either way, I won't be going back as it's not cheap given the quality of food and presentation.

Excellent food, service and price. Go for the duck teriyaki, it's excellent. The place is often very busy so book in advance.

A short walk from Kennington station and Kennington Park. The staff were welcoming and smiley right from the start to us leaving. We went to Taro for late lunch on a Friday. We ordered the Tempura Prawn, Balham Roll, Unagju and Salmon Teriyaki Don. Look forward to returning to try some more sushi, their ramen and dessert.

This was a regular restaurant and we've ordered take aways from here many times - but NEVER again. We popped in for an afternoon meal on a Sunday, and the waiter accidentally spilled an entire glass of diet coke all over my partner, soaking his clothes and shoes - socks and the inside of the (brand new) shoes were saturated. Then the food he was then served was stone cold. By this time I didn't particularly feel like finishing my meal, either. We had to wait ages for a replacement. We were left feeling awkward - nobody senior made any effort to speak with us. There was a minimal apology - but only service charge taken off the bill. Still charging us for drinks and all the food. A really disappointing meal. We won't be back.

We really enjoyed our first visit to Taro, Kennington. There was a wide range of food available, all 5 dishes we ordered were really good, the food was plentiful and the prices very reasonable. We were intrigued to discover deep-fried sushi rolls and they were really nice. We will definitely be going back again!

Great birthday meal with a large group of friends. Highlight was the bento boxes - chicken teryaki is one of the best I've had. portion size is really good too (apart from the sushi I'd say) but depends on how hungry you are! We all had lots to take away with us. Looking forward to coming back soon!

Good food good service. The ramen and noodle has lots of food enough for a lunch! Also the waitress are very nice

We have ordered many times on Deliveroo. Very good value and nice flavor. A bit too sweet for us but in general you can ask them to keep the sauce seperately. Love to come back!

Completely adore this restaurant. As a resident of Kennington, this restaurant never fails to hit the spot! Service good, restaurant is welcoming, staff friendly and the food is just incredible (especially the chicken katsu curry) I will continue to regularly come to this fave local hotspot!

Came with a friend. Quite new to sushi but the menu was easy to use. Friendly staff and overall great vibes and tasty food.

I am a regular takeaway customer, I moved to the area recently. I love the food of TARO good rate value for money. After a long period of lockdown, we decided to go to eat at the restaurant instead order a takeaway. The food was delicious but the service at the table MUST be improved. The service was absolutely not rude but long and the waiters were not so focused on the clients. Was not busy, was already 9 pm the restaurant was almost empty but a lot of delivery. I will come back for sure and I will advise to my friends coming to eat. You deserve a good review but please get a better trainer to your young waiter. See you soon

Tonight after being let down twice by Deliveroo I’ve decided to place my order for the 3rd time directly to Taro Restaurant. I was served over the phone by Alice. She took care of my order and kindly provided me with her personal mobile phone to pass it to an Uber taxi driver to pick up my order. The food was amazing, generous portions and properly made. It’s definitely the best Japanese food I ever had in the UK. Alice is a valuable member of staff and a great ambassador for Taro Restaurant. She was very professional and friendly. Maurício Freitas

Went yesterday with some friends, o e of the best meals we’ve all had, I could of ate the prawn gyoza all day long, would 100% recommend

Authentic & excellent! Great diverse menu, fresh food and well prepared. A cosy space, simply done, excellent service and warm friendly staff. Will definitely return!

I love this place and was so glad when i discovered it in my local area. The food is delicious and the waiting staff are lovely. I would recommend a bento box for anyone who wants a fulfilling and varied meal, but I’ve tried a...

Very enjoyable first time visit as part of visiting youngest son and his girlfriend. Great menu and diverse Japanese content All good value. Service quick and informed On the downside furnishing is basic and crowded, big brightly lite open room making it very noisy through...

Visited on a Saturday evening and the place was buzzing. Our order 2 bento boxes and two noodle dishes one with chicken the other seafood. The bento boxes looked excellent whilst the one noodle and seafood was a bit sparse on the seafood whilst the...

We have been here three times now and never been disappointed. Three of us had the Taro Sushi and it was fresh and delicious. The tempura was delicately battered and the chicken yakitori perfect. For the main course, I had the duck don. The rice...

Des plats chauds de bonne facture, prix raisonnable, une cantine agréable. En revanche, le service n'est pas la préoccupation du...

So happy to find this new branch of Taro in Kennington. Brand new venue so everything is all clean and shiny, not like some of the other places. The food and serine were fantastic especially the Chicken Teri Don. Can’t wait to go back again.

We ordered a takeaway from Taro, and I have to say I'm in shock! I've never reviewed before but I've never had an experience like this. The order arrived from Deliveroo and, unfortunately, one of the dishes was completely missing - despite it being on...

We’ve been going to Taro in Soho for years and have just noticed that they have a restaurant in Kennington now, how fabulous This is very similar to the Soho restaurant with the same menu and fab food only difference with Kennington and Soho is...

We just moved to the area and thought we’d try this place with friends. The food was delicious - we had sushi, sashimi, hot dishes and wine. The menu is huge with a wide range of different dishes. All very pleasant and reasonably priced for...

Seemed like a nice place, totally empty when we went in early evening. Service was good, as the only customers except for Deliveroo Food was quite well prepared but a bit limited for a Japanese restaurant. Not much choice of fish for Sashimi, for instance,...

While my wife was at a Henry Fawcett school reunion I took my daughter to the Taro Sushi bar which on the off chance i noticed when I turned the corner by Kennington park. Taro opened recently in the premises previously occupied by a cafe...

At last a really decent restaurant in Kennington. Taro have been going for many years but this branch is new. Great Japanese cuisine; from sushi to bento. Great service and nice interior. It’s becoming very popular so worth booking for dinner

Great food and service. Tasty and fresh as it can be.will be back.sushi was soo fresh Location might no be that great but when food is good there shouldn’t be an issue

Great sushi and vibrant atmosphere. Bento box was really good and the owner Mr Taro was running the show .

Took a little while to get served at first but gentle, friendly, attentive service after that! We each ordered a bento box (the duck was great), and portions were decent for £15. With a gyoza and squid starter shared between us as well, we couldn't...

Kennington is a great neighbourhood but still lack a variety of food options. Taro opened recently in the premises previously occupied by a diner, and it offers ramens, teriyaki and sushi, among other Japanese dishes. We tried some ramens and they are quite tasty. Staff...

Popped in when driving by. Had a lovely meal of Siva and ramen plus some great sushi. Staff friendly and efficient. Great

We've been long time customers of Taro's Soho branch so were very happy when this one opened up around the corner! It's a much bigger space than Soho and better laid out. Sitting by the window was a little draughty. Service was fine, although some...