TARO in City of London, Westminster

Una amiga recomendó este restaurante y me alegro de que lo hiciera porque probablemente no es un lugar que nos hubiéramos encontrado. Comida previa al teatro antes de Moulin Rouge. Gran elección, ya que está a la vuelta de la esquina. Fuimos la primera mesa en llegar, pero pronto se llenó, lo que creó un gran ambiente. Teníamos ensalada de algas, pasteles de pescado y albóndigas para empezar. Todo muy sabroso. Los principales fueron el teriyaki de ternera y el plato de arroz frito con huevo de cerdo. Porciones muy generosas. Todo lavado con una bonita botella de rosa. Excelente relación calidad-precio para Londres. No es un lugar elegante, pero la comida lo compensa.

Salí de la calle a la hora del almuerzo y conseguí la última mesa gratis. El servicio fue rápido y muy bueno. La comida era genial, teníamos cajas dobladas, todo bueno excepto el salmón era un poco aburrido. Lugar muy ocupado. Genial para un bocado rápido.

El peor restaurante japonés en el que he estado. No se recomienda. Servidor grosero y comida de mala calidad. Añadido £ 1 extra a lo que el menú comenzó

The food was delicious and the service was very quick and friendly. We were in and out in 30 mins which was great

We went here on a Tuesday to have a meal for my birthday. We were seated at a table and were there maybe 45 minutes when the couple at the table beside us finished their meals and left. We were 3/4 of the way through ours and a staff member asked us if we'd finished yet. We hadn't. There was a group of 4 people at the door (not unusual for the place) and a few minutes later I saw the head waitress indicate toward us to another waitress. Again we were asked if we'd finished and we hadn't. I noticed the waitress repeatedly glancing toward us while serving other customers, as we were trying to enjoy our meals. It was clear they wanted the two tables for the group at the door. There were plenty of customers who'd been there before we came in who were still talking and enjoying their evenings. The moment I'd finished eating the staff member asked to take my plates and my friend reluctantly gave up her bowl, which still wasn't quite finished. I asked the waitress if there was some sort of problem and she said no, just that they had a group of four at the door that they wanted to seat here. Quite simply, there was more money waiting. Our table hadn't been reserved by anyone, for the record. Instead of enjoying our evening on what was supposed to be a special night, we had to hurriedly finish and then leave straight away, because another customer had arrived. Instead of enjoying conversation we had to exit into the cold. It's normal that restaurants get busy in London, but the fact that we were one of the last customers in and the first out simply because the table beside us had opened up is pretty unacceptable.

Firstly I was in the queue for 40 mins. Waiting for a table for 3. People that came after me were seated first because they were 4 or 2 people. The waiter told us we would be seated in 10 minutes then offered us the bar, we wanted a table. Finally we were seated at the very back and cramped by the kitchen and near the back door with a cold breeze. The server was rude. The food was mediocre and bland. Do not believe the hype because there are people queuing. Possibly the worst Japanese I've ever had.

The waiter forgot to submit our order and when I asked where the food was the staff made a big deal about apologising… but only to my boyfriend. They even offered him complimentary drinks! But not for me even though both the waiter forgot to submit order for the whole table and therefore both our food dishes were very late. One member of staff was better though but the others really only apologised to the guy. It was shocking behaviour to be honest. The food was good but due the rudeness I will not be going back.

Food was lovely and especially made superb by server Promise, he helped to rectify a mistake and was totally friendly and knew what he was doing. Thank you!

Eins der besten Restaurants, die wir während unseres Aufenthalts besucht haben. Großartiges Essen, freundlicher und schnellerService, obwohl es sehr voll war. Preise mehr als fair. Gemütliche Athmosphäre. Absolut empfehlenswert!!!

Love this place - small but lovely. If your happy to be sat in close proximity to others, there is no bad word to say about Taro. Food is amazing, quick service and very central location !

There are many other nice Japanese restaurants in London , so one must definitely avoid Taro . I found ramen to be tasteless and without any body to the soup , sushi and Gyoza to be average and there specialty cocktails to be just mango juice with vodka . Worth avoiding this place at all cost …

Went to Soho branch. The staff service was good however, the food looked and tasted like 2 stars. The Miso was watered down, the rolls were falling apart. Better off at other places for the same price.

Served very off sushi, the sashimi was foul. I can confirm that they definitely prepare their bento boxes, and I’m not surprised as it honestly disgusting. You’re better off eating at yo sushi or buying at a supermarket… I’ve eaten at the Balham location and enjoyed the food very much but I DO not recommend the soho branch. The ramen was also bland

I ate here a few times in the last few months before putting a review, I found quality and excellent oriental meals, quiet staff always available to help you in your choice. certainly a point of reference for Asian cuisine with costs accessible to all

Great food and really value for money (chicken bento boxes are a serious affair and would only recommend double portions for those Man V food challenges). Just be prepared to wait a little while for your meal as service can sometimes be a little slow - give you time to build up an appetite ! I’m not much of a sushi lover and so there are plenty of delicious options for any other non converted sushi diners out there!

Very slow when restaurant empty. Food was fine when it came. Make sure your not looking for a quick bite

Been eating at Taro for the last 8 years, the quality is always amazing. The staff and friendly and very attentive, I’ve never had a bad experience there. I cannot recommend this place enough, it’s simply a delight in all sense of the word. I hope to continue eating there for many years to come when I visit the city!

Great restaurant if you want something delicious, filling to eat on the go at an affordable price for central London. Thoroughly enjoyed the food, I will definitely be returning. Excellent customer service, friendly and jolly!

The sushi was amazing. The customer service was really good. Highly recommend.Aslo the food is affordable

We ordered the duck bento and the prawn bento. Both tasted alright, but nothing to brag about. Nice staff and a good place to have a quick bite.

Quando siamo a Londra almeno una volta passiamo a pranzare in questo localino, ottima scelta nel menu e ottima qualità dei piatti sia freddi che caldi, camerieri sempre gentili e cortesi e serevizio ottimo.se andate per pranzo meglio arrivare un attimo prima oppure verso le 14 se siete in 3 o 4, è piu facile trovare posto a sedere.Consigliatissimo e ottima scelta se prendete la Bento box in cui potete avere un pasto completo con un misto di pietanze calde e fredde di buonissima qualità.

One of the bests ramen I ever tasted. The staff was just ok, but very good food. One of us tried a sushi box and it was delicious as well.

Raramente sono attirato da ristoranti nippo, devo dire che ho mangiato veramente bene, la fortuna principale è quella di aver potuto ordinare ad un cameriere Italiano che ci ha indirizzato sulle scelte, con movimenti facciali tutti di italico stampo. Comunque lo consiglioBuon appetito

Locale in una delle vie principali di Soho, minuscolo e estremamente spartano. Si consiglia di prenotare perché molto affollato .Menù fin troppo ricco di piatti che spaziano da quelli giapponesi a quelli cinesi, molti piatti composti tipo box con riso verdure pesce e carne.Abbiamo assaggiato il sashimi, che non sapeva perfettamente di nulla, idem il sushi. Riso cotto male, come incollato. Verdure insapori. C’era del maiale super grasso, strafritto, immangiabile. Solo l’anatra era passabile. Servizio rapido, il conto ci è stato portato senza averlo chiesto, tipo “ora te ne devi andare”. Non metto una sola stellina solo perché è stato molto economico per Londra , circa 25 pounds compreso servizio e drink.

Vine aquí tal como me lo recomendaron mis amigos, pero desearía no haberlo hecho. La comida llegó a los cinco minutos de ordenar, lo que no era una buena señal. Claramente no era fresco y sabía como una mala salsa de curry en la tienda de chips. ¡Dudo mucho que esto sea comida tradicional japonesa! Mi curry "vegetal" tenía dos trozos de brócoli y dos trozos de papa y tenía un sabor horrible.Cuando llegó el proyecto de ley, no enumeraba lo que teníamos y solo tenía un número; cuando lo cuestioné, me dijeron "ha sido así durante 18 años". No es particularmente útil si quiere verificar que está pagando la cantidad correcta, ¡pero excelente si quieren estafarlo! El cargo por servicio obligatorio también es una broma, dado que el personal no estuvo a la vista todo el tiempo mientras comían su propia cena. No volveremos

Me sentí enormemente decepcionada cuando la sucursal de Old Compton Street se cerró, ya que era un lugar bastante habitual. La sucursal de la calle Brewer también es muy buena pero no tiene tanto espacio. La comida que diría es muy buena. Si eres un aficionado a la comida japonesa, es posible que no estés tan impresionado. La cocina de Brewer Street está abierta para que pueda ver lo que está sucediendo, lo que me gusta, también el ambiente general y, en mi experiencia, un excelente servicio. Encuentro los asientos incómodos, así que me gusta sentarme en el mostrador, que está abarrotado, pero puedes ver a los chefs.

Durante los años que viví en Londres, Taro era uno de los sitios a los que íbamos una vez por semana mínimo. Es un sitio pequeñito, por lo que es recomendable llegar con tiempo. Los camareros son super simpáticos y allí está siempre Taro, que es un enamorado del fútbol y de Raúl. Había veces que se ponía a hablar y no había manera de pararlo.El sushi está delicioso y están preparándolo sobre la marcha (de hecho estás viendo en todo momento como lo hacen), y para mi gusto, el plato estrella es sin duda el Chicken Teri Don. Si os pasáis alguna vez por allí no dudéis en probarlo.El precio está bastante bien para ser un restaurante japonés y estar en pleno centro de Londres. Así que sin duda lo recomiendo, merece mucho la pena ir.

3rd time eating here. Something about this place that always makes you return. This visit had me stitches the japanese chef and waitresses were absolutely amazing. Food portions huge and priced accordingly. Thanks taro!!!

Este restaurante Soho Sushi es el lugar ideal para disfrutar de una excelente comida. Ocupado, pero vale la pena esperar Popular entre los creativos locales y un ambiente animado. Mejor sushi que he tenido y recién hecho en la cocina que está abierta al restaurante. Soy un visitante habitual y el otro día probé Tuna & Salmon Sashimi por primera vez junto con una ensalada de algas y habas Edamami picantes. . . se me hace agua la boca al escribir sobre eso. Fue simplemente fabuloso.

Il cibo era veramente ottimo. Il locale un po’ spartano ma tipico. Il proprietario è in cassa con il kimono, suppongo sia una gestione familiare! Consigliato!

Abbiamo mangiato per la prima volta da Taro sette anni fa, durante la nostra penultima vacanza a Londra. Ci piacque talmente tanto che in cinque giorni ci tornammo due volte. Ci colpi' immediatamente il fatto di essere completamente circondati da giapponesi, in un luogo semplice ed informale,dove mangiammo piatti ben diversi da quelli solitamente serviti dai ristornati di sushi conosciuti in Italia. Quest'anno ci siamo tornati ancora e con grande stupore abbiamo notato che di giapponesi non ce n'erano piu', ma il locale era pieno di turisti. Ciononostante la cucina è sempre ottima, solo che non essendo un locale spazioso, eravamo un po' scomodi nel nostro minitavolino. Ma Taro per noi è un mito e a fine cena abbiamo fatto una foto con lui e abbiamo acquistato anche una maglietta con il logo del ristorante. Dovessimo ritornare a Londra, non mancheremo un altro appuntamento!

Have visited Taro multiple times but only ordered the spicy chicken teri don. The dish is always perfect and very filling. It does get busy after 5ish so try and book.

Un sitio web recomendar este lugar como el mejor bar de ramen en soho. Después de encontrar que estábamos y la experiencia era increíble!

Went there alot of times, and is one of my favorite restaurants in London! Love they're food and the staff is lovely!

Este es el único lugar que tenía comida japonesa en nuestro viaje de Londres. Rápido estilo comida informal, no auténtica comida japonesa, buena parte para llenar el estómago. Precio razonable en Londres fue probablemente para este tipo de comida rápida. No esperes demasiado. Lo bueno es que la comida no estaba demasiado salada, como los de América del Norte. Este es más saludable. El servicio era bueno.

A buzzy Japanese restaurant in Soho, popular with the lunch time crowd. Great selection of Japanese favourites, with curries, etc Green tea.

El lugar está en el corazón del Soho.

Pequeño restaurante, hay uno en Soho y uno en high Street balham, me gusta el encanto de la sucursal en Balham. Lo más importante de todo, la comida es maravillosa, he estado yendo a ellos desde los últimos 15 años! ! ! !

One of the worst """Japanese""" restaurant in London. Everything was cold and without any garnish (no busy, no pick time, they had plenty of time). Vegetarian food tasted of meat and fish!!! Horrible. Really the worst pretending-to-be Japanese ever.

Porciones grandes y barato. Servicio muy rápido en un sábado. Tenía el curry de pollo katsu. Esta crítica es para otra ubicación que no figuraba en la calle cannon.

Sin duda el mejor ramen que recuerdo haber tomado. Y es extraño porque desde fuera parece qeu va a ser un restaurante del montón.

Habíamos reservado una mesa para 6, pero sobrevivimos a 10 - 15 minutos de espera. Para ser honesto, parecía un alto volumen y bastante rápido, así que no estoy seguro de esto era totalmente necesario al principio. Sin embargo, en el momento en que la izquierda, había una cola larga de la puerta.

En quête d'un restaurant bon et peu onéreux, nous nous sommes laissés tenté par Soho qui regorge de bonnes adresses. Celle là est surement la meilleure. Ce restaurant ne paye vraiment pas de mine. Il faut être un peu patient pour obtenir un table mais cela vaut vraiment la peine.L'accueil est adorable, la décoration ultra simple qui donne l'impression qu'on mange à la maison, la carte très très variée et le prix tout à fait abordable pour une ville comme Londres et surtout ben sur, la qualité de la nourriture est excellente. A recommander.

We managed to get a table on a busy Thursday evening, we had to wait for 5 / 10 mins until there was a table ready which was no problem. We ordered about 5 dishes of different types of sushi and shared the lot. The sashimi was so fresh and tasty, probably some of the best sashimi I've had. We cleared the plates but I would of definitely asked for a doggy bag if I had of become full as I wouldn't want to let it go to waste!

Situado en El Barrio de Chinatown. Buen sitio para comer, comida rica, buen servicio y rapidez.Tiene variedad en su menú. El plato de arroz es enorme, pueden comer dos personas.Recomiendo pedir El bento box que está en la última hoja del menú, variedad en un mismo plato.Volvería a ir. Precio dentro de lo normal.

I arrived at 6pm and was a little worried how quiet it was, that's not usually a good sign. However, by 7pm it was packed with people waiting too. Staff were very efficient, taking our order and the food arrived quite quickly. Don't be put off if you don't like sushi, there's a full menu of alternative dishes. In any case, there are plenty of sushi dishes that don't contain raw fish, if that's what puts you off! All in all an excellent place to visit. I tried an number of dishes and they were all very good.

Be aware it can be very busy, it is a tiny restaurant so you may have to wait before being able to have a seat.Good selection of food and menu at a relatively affordable price. Already tried so many of their dishes: there is one for anyone!Very good and very efficient staff. Will keep coming and keep it like this :)

Je vous recommande ce petit restaurant japonais, d'une capacité d'une bonne cinquantaine de personnes et qui ne désemplit pas ! C'est incroyable le nombre de personne que nous avons vu défiler sur le temps que nous sommes restés pour manger ! Ce n'est pas étonnant,la nourriture était vraiment très bonne et très frais ! Avec le va et vient pas de mauvaise surprise quant à la qualité des sushis.Le Resto en lui-même ressemble à une cantine japonaise, mais ne vous arrêtez pas à la déco sinon alors choisissez un resto japonais étoilé.Qualité prix au rendez-vous 103€ pour 3 personnes et je peux vous dire que nous avons mangé et recommandés une seconde fois !

Ristorante in una zona molto animata e ricca di locali di Londra, posto spartano ed affollato di certo non romantico. Potrebbero chiedervi di condividere il tavolo con altri commensali ma il sushi merita decisamente e anche il sashimi di ottima qualità!! Merita una visita!!

Tökéletes helyImadomMásodszor voltam es bátran állíthatom hogy életemnek legjobb japán ettermeHa a picaddillynel jársz kotelezo bemenni

I absolutely love eating here. The restaurant itself isn't anything special to look at but the food is amazing. Portion sizes are enough and the food is so tasty. It's not very expensive and perfect if you want a lovely but inexpensive meal. Also feel the staff are friendly and make you feel welcome

We had a bento box, sushi, sashimi, and gyozas with 2 glasses of wine, around £40. No the cheapest,but food really tasty. I'll be back.

Hubby discovered this restaurant but I wish I had because it is pretty cool being down in a basement with Japanese comic posters on the gallery above.It has a bright, relaxed and completely unpretentious feel yet service is good, drinks are great and the food is delicious.Value for money, in central London, is also very good. Get a Bento box and you will get a miso soup, sashimi (raw fish), pickles, sushi, edamame beans, fish or meat or tempa veg or tofu on rice and, quite frankly, you don't need anything more. The ice cream looks great though - maybe next time. I will be back.2 x bento boxes, 1 Asahi beer, hot sake for 2, a Shochu Mojito all for £50.70 including service charge of 10%.

Se non fosse per la vena di nostalgia suscitata dall'ambiente che ricorda le tavole calde giapponesi dei cartoons della nostra infanzia questo locale presenta solo aspetti negativi: suchi mediocre, non abbondante, mal presentato. Lo sconsiglio.

Ambiente da tavola calda, cibo discreto ed abbondante, abbastanza veloci nel servizio, il giapponese non è tra i miei preferiti però passabile soprattutto per i prezzi molto contenuti.

Group of 7 had 3 bento set, 2 ramen, 1 katsu chicken, 1 tempura ebi side dish , 8 drinks including 3 alcoholic ones.Luckily we booked a table in advance as it was quite busy, staff were helpful, unfortunately they do not do kids meal or half portions so one of us shared ramen with our 5 year old.Food was decent, affordable and nice. Sashimi in my bento set was fresh and lovely. Total cost 106 with a service charge

I was in London only for few days, throughout my stay I was looking for good Japanese food... and I finally found it! The portions were perfect, the food without reservations (it really was wonderful). The only defectis that as a tourist unfamiliar with London, I found it hard to find a place. I would recommend to anyone who loves Japanese cuisine!

Posto spartano, ma un sushi ottimo! Porzioni abbondanti e prezzi relativamente contenuti considerando che siamo a Londra, nel quartiere di soho! Sicuramente nel nostro prossimo viaggio ci torneremo! Si consiglia di prenotare visti i pochi posti disponibili

great food, easy going staff, nice casual atmosphere and no dim lights! this is a great place for lunch or a causal dinner - food is great and price it right

Cheap Food. Good Portions. Quick Service.Friendly staff. Good Space.Good Location.Not really a 'date night' restaurant.

I went to go eat with a friend after work. We felt like Japanese food so decided to go here. This branch of Taro is quite small. The tables are closely packed together. We were given the menu and in my opinion I found the selection not to be as good at the other branch located closer to Tottenham Court Road. They didn't have the vegetable tempura dish on the menu or the octopus balls - Takoyaki. The other branch offered this.When we were ready to order the waitress came. She did not smile and seemed unfriendly. The ordering took quite a while as there seems to be no system in how they take down the orders. We asked for the tempura salmon avocado roll. She did not once ask if we wanted the 4 or 8 pieces. When it came she assumed we wanted 8.What was nice was the tofu don dish was nice and the karaage chicken. It was lightly golden brown and cooked just right. The bento box was a good size. It's a place to go to if you don't mind a small selection to choose from. I don't know whether I will return but it's a good basic Japanese restaurant that offers some authentic dishes.

Taros’ is not a place one loses a lot of words about – the basement room is unspectacular, the menu directed towards rapid eating. I am not familiar with authentic Japanese food and can’t judge this quality, but the tuna sashimi I ordered as a starter was very fresh and a delight. The ramen soup with pork did its job, it was tasty, plenty with all sorts of vegetables and sprouts added. Service is speedy and friendly so I left as a happy client.

É la 4 volta che vengo qui. Qualitá buona, prezzi relativamente contenuti per essere Londra. Non solo sushi ma anche ottimi ramen.

I love this little place. Its excellent for lunch meetings or grabbing a quick bite to eat with friends. The staff are friendly but efficient. The menu is varied and your food comes fast. They also bring you complimentary miso while you wait. Ive been going here for years and have met the owner several times who is a lovely man!

Really fake Japanese food ..... many dishes are cooked at Chinese style... ramen is the worst I ever had .... prive are quite high compare to the quality .... I would give 2 stars just for taro San he is amazing

I've always been a fan and supporter on Taro since he was in Brewer St - and they have got better the ambiance is functional, clean and bright - the food as good and real as ever -you've got to try (and share) the Gyoza, the salmon teriyaki and my favorite the takoyaki and you will feel as if your in a Akira Kurosawa or if your feeling more contemporary a Quentin Tarantino movie - fabulous authentic taste of Japan

The 2 Taro restaurants are definitely among my favourite places to eat in London. The food is very reasonably priced, especially for central London, the food comes quickly, and the staff are lovely. There are lots of veggie options - the Tofu Steak Don is my absolute favourite. The menus are slightly different at the 2 Taro locations (Brewer St and Old Compton St), so make sure you check them both out.

Average food, too much rice without vegetable (you need to order them as a side dish). Very noisy place similar to a canteen.

the food is so good and so cheap. one of my best places to eat in London and will be coming back as a loyal customer

We love this place. No fuss environment, freshly prepared yummy food, extensive authentic menu. Wash down with draught Kirin beer or a fabulous sauvignon (NZ, if I recall correctly). My family and I visit time and time again. I even have the t-shirt!One minor negative: the loos could do with some attention and updating.

Myself and 4 friends popped into the restaurant to meet some friends who were already eating and joined them at their table. Most of us had already eaten, but one guy wanted some food, so we were just looking for a meals for him and some drinks. The waiter came over and took the food order and the drinks orders from the rest of us, and then informed us they couldn't sell us drinks without food. He didn't state why this was, he just kept stating we had to order food. One of the drinks was alcoholic so I presumed it could be a restriction on their licence, but I have since checked their premises licence and found no restrictions regarding the sale of alcohol in that way, so I'm presuming it must be a company policy. There wasn't a notice on the menu to say drinks could only be ordered with food or anywhere visible within the restaurant. I'd understand if we had just popped in, took up space at a table, and just ordered £10 worth of drinks, but our friends were already using the table and therefore we were not causing loss of business by sitting on the other spare spaces on the bench.This wasn't the main issue we had, or caused me to write this review. We were trying to work out what snacks we could order alongside our drinks and asked the waiter to return in a few minutes after we had decided. We looked through the options and decided what we wanted to have, but the waiter never returned. Our friends then finished their meals and we left as there was no point trying to order and then holding them up whilst we ate. We then had to go to a different restaurant so the member of our party who hadn't eaten was able to get something.To top it all off, the same waiter then tried to charge my friend a £5 something service charge.

My family and i were hungryIn the street, it was difficult to make a choice due to the number of restaurantsThe only one where there was not queue in the front was TARO so let s go for this one.As starter, we ate vegetable gyozaAnd for main: noddle for my brother, ramen soup for my mom and a bento for me. For noddle and soup it was not a discovery, the dishes has been finishedMy bento was colored. It looks like not enough but finally,i was completly full. Each compartment (sushi/maki, carott, soja, rice and duck) was good except broad bean because i dont like it usual^^The restaurant looks like a canteen but we did not eat the same way in it :)

Abbiamo mangiato in questo posto sabato sera. Il cibo non era male ma il posto davvero spartano. Più che un ristorante direi una tavola calda giapponese. La cosa più incredibile e' che il sabato sera in pieno centro a Londra il locale chiude alle 23. Ci hanno servito è fatto mangiare solo quello che avevano pronto e il tutto in 15 minuti per mandarci via. Forse anche per questo non abbiamo apprezzato nulla.

Che dire di Taro! E' il mio preferito, si mangia benissimo e a Londra è una delle tappe che consiglio vivamente a tutti gli amanti della cucina giapponese. Taro poi è simpaticissimo! Andate se siete in giro per Londra e volete mangiare bene dopo le lunghe camminate londinesi!

Restaurante japonés en el centro, acogedor y barato. ¿Lo mejor? El pollo Teriyaki. Las Bento Box también están muy bien si quieres probar un poco de todo. Lo único que no recomiendo es el curry. Suele estar lleno así que vale la pena ir con tiempo porque es posible que te toque esperar.

As ever polite, prompt service. Food was excellent with a good selection. The on tap Kirin beer was very refreshing and when the food arrived it was hot and tasty.Love this place, always has a positive friendly atmosphere.

A departure from the craft-menu-on-a-clipboard, bearded wazzockery of modern Soho, Taro is unfussy, with an extensive menu and good waiting staff. We went on a Monday night, were seated, served and fed quickly, and had a generally very positive eating experience. Our waiter (young Mediterranean lad with glasses) was attentive and helpful, sat us in a good spot and helped to advise on the menu (including that the Miso was not vegetarian). The food was prompt, and tasty. I had the tofu don which was in a light tempura and accompanying sauce (My only criticism would be that the sauce to rice ratio meant that there was a bit of dry rice left over) and the edamame, and my partner had the Teriyaki bento box which was, by all accounts, exceptionally good. I would recommend this restaurant if the quality and value of food is more important to you than which graphic designer wrote their menu and which scandinavian prog-disco they have playing on their ipod over the restaurant speaker. Recommended, and we will return at some point.

Have eaten at the Taro on Old Compton Street many times before over the years, always go for the chicken donburi which is just right for a nice dinner at £7.90, comes with plenty of chicken and rice and there is also a larger portion for a few pounds more. The layout and set-up is canteen style, always get a seat, no need to book, friendly staff.

味道普通的日本料理店，不是一個soho區的好選擇。我朋友點了一份海鮮拉麵，味道如醬油加上湯的泡麵一般。天婦羅拉麵也是一樣普通。

I came here for dinner with a friend last week and was both satisfied but disappointed. I was satisfied with my order, the Chirashi bowl. It came with a variety of seafood; salmon, tuna, octopus, sweet prawn, cooked prawn, squid, etc. I liked that it included that many different types as well as the sweet egg/omelette, a decent amount of wasabi, pickled ginger and rice! For the price you pay, I think it's worth it but the freshness of the fish just isn't there. Not that it was stale or old, but it definitely didn't taste as if it were cut fresh when ordered.

Myself and a few friends tried out Taro after hearing good things about it, we were shocked by the quality of food, I had the pork Katsu (Don't order it). The service was very bad and they tried to overcharge us by 40 pounds which we very nearly paid, we then had to run them through what we had had as they had forgotten (lucky we are honest). They then added an extra 5 pounds service charge, there was no service involved, it was quick in and get out type of place. We will not be going again!

Great food for all tastes. We absolutely love ramens, especially during cold London winter. Portions are very generous, you even might want to share a soup. Delicious plum wine! Fairly priced. Good service. Would definitely recommend.

I orderd chicken katsu curry, my boyfriend chicken teriyaki. Both were not fresh. The chicken had been fried before and heated up for us. Chewy and dry. Really sad

We had a large party and the staff was wonderful! Taro the owner came to the table and helped the kids and the grandparents eat! Wonderful sushi, bento boxes and noodles! the appetizers were very good! We have eaten Sushi in Japan and this place was just as good if not better! We will definitely go back! We recommend to all!

I went there with a friend for dinner. We ordered 2 bentos, takoyaky, gyoza and a few extra sushi pieces. Everything tasted so delicious and was served very quickly. The interiors are simple but comfortable; the waiters very smiley and friendly. We booked a table via website but apparently they don't use it, however they apologised and eventually found a table just for us. I definitely recommend it to everyone who likes Japanese food and wants to feel like in Japan for one dinner.Also the price are reasonable and the quality is definitely good. I will go again, again, again :)

Excellent and prompt service, good location, shared tables, open restaurant downstairs, yummy fresh food (special fried sushi, huge chicken katsu bento box, also huge chicken teriyaki bento box and egg sushi) served quickly. Only down-side is that it was surprisingly dear for what it was...

Nice hot food, would recommend teriyaki don. It is amazing. The service is quick and speedy. Food comes out very quickly and the owner Taro is funny and welcoming. For cheap good quality japanese food, i would recommend Taro

We went here on a Wednesday night. It was busy and understaffed. It took 15 minutes to attract the attention of someone to take our orders and another half an hour for anyone to bring us a glass of water. One of our dishes arrived after that. The other one never tuned up, event hough we'd now been waiting for over an hour since ordering and had reminded them twice. Having waited my friend and I shared the one dish (which was now cold) and went to complain to the manager (who was on holiday). The waiter agreed we didn't have to pay for the dish which never materialised but didn't offer any further compensation. I have never left a restaurant before hungry having felt like I had truly wasted my time. Disappointing.

Very tasty food, very reasonable prices. Huge menu too, with lots of very tempting dishes. Only criticism is that it is very canteen-like, so you can expect to be squeezed in pretty tightly with other diners. And the chairs are pretty hard, so you won't want to stay sitting for very long. But if you're after good quality, reasonably-priced Japanese food, this place is definitely for you.

Really Asian rather than Japanese. Eat what you pay for and it is inexpensive. Good for a quick meal and to catch up with pals. Friendly stuff. I will probably come back.

I love this place, specially the eel bento box. Nice place located in the heart of Soho, quite cheap, with great sushi and other food.

我们其实是为了吃鳗鱼饭来的…以为whole size 鳗鱼饭有多少…结果实在是太失望了…超级小一盒…好吧 是 whole size 鳗鱼是吧…然后点了一个面条炸鸡的便当盒 不好吃里面的东西都没有什么味道 淡淡的 连炸鸡都是淡淡的…章鱼小丸子就更不用吐槽了…全是面糊…我几乎都吃不出里面居然有章鱼！也是醉…煎饺也是没有什么味道…而且感觉像煎饺…应该不会再来了…

Had read great reviews but my daughter and I were v. Disappointed. Toilets disgusting, general unclean look throughout restaurant, service alright, service charge mandatory were all bones of contention. Food alright. Will not be returning.

They were able to accommodate 12 of us at short notice and served up some excellent bento boxes and other meals. Very good value, nice staff, unhurried atmosphere and a central location. Just bear in mind that it's pine benches and good value, not silver service.

Recommend the Bento boxes as you get loads of food and its very tasty. Sashimi, sushi, big bowl of rice, miso and much more besides. Swift efficient service and though you can't book that was not a problem even on a Thursday around 8pm. Will go again and again!

Had a late supper with friends in this quite basic little restaurant. Sat downstairs on a bench tables, had the bento boxes, some sake and some white wine. Food was good and great value for central london. Staff very welcoming and efficient, would definitely recommend for a quick bite!

First thing that stroke us was that is was pretty empty for a Saturday night but we wanted to give a try. We ordered several rolls and nigiri. Rolls were okay for London standards. Except one of them: spicy tuna, which was not edible. Nigiri was bad, too. Last time I try to eat sushi in London. Staff were very nice. It's not their fault, I guess. If you want good sushi at a reasonable price, go to the west coast seaport in British Columbia.

I went with friends to this nice restaurant right in the heart of Soho, serving up delicious Japanese fare within a comfortable setting. I ordered the gyoza and kara-age chicken which were flavoursome and perfectly cooked, however they provide dishes such as katsu curry and dons (rice dishes with egg and beansprout). The restaurant has quite affordable prices and sometimes offer complimentary tea. But the rapidity of the service can change hands.

It's an odd space which feels like a school canteen and has a two storey space which makes for little atmosphere but the staff are friendly and efficient and they offer sushi, bento boxes and ramen at competitive prices, portions are large and they will package up anything you can't eat to take away. The bento boxes come in a wide variety but watch out for one of the rice rolls which has an incredibly hot chilli centre .

You know when you have something so good that you go back to the same place for the same thing a few days later? The tonkotsu ramen here is great - rich broth, tender pork, all the other bits you expect. The place looks a bit cheap and cheerful but the service is friendly and very quick.