The best restaurants serving Japanese food in London

My partner and I had a delightful evening out, enjoying the cozy vibe and great music. The food was outstanding; we particularly loved the cod, spicy salmon maki, and the spicy tuna maki. The cocktails were also really good, adding to the overall fantastic experience. Highly recommend for a perfect night out.

Me and my partner were very excited about this restaurant considering the reservation time (we booked in March for May. This was as their reservations must be booked at least 1-2 months in advance, and I do not blame them. Situated above the old Television Centre in White City, the 12 seats provide a panoramic view across the city. The decor was simple yet elegant. In terms of service, this was by far the most attentive service we have ever experienced. From the moment we entered, we were welcomed and looked after up until we left the restaurant. I cannot praise the staff more. For the dining experience, Endo and his team made sure the atmosphere was just right, we were transported away from the busy London life and fully immersed with the 22 courses. The ingredient was also fresh- emphasis on fresh, all the pieces of fish tasted great and flavourful. There were also luxury toppings such as caviar and truffles which were also an added bonus, but considering the price, it is expected. I honestly cannot praise this restaurant more and would definitely recommend this to anyone who loves sushi!!

This was our second visit to this little gem of a restaurant as we wanted to try their new Omakase Authentic Sushi Kaiseki menu. We were not disappointed, I believe this is as close to eating Japanese food as your ever going to find in the UK. The service from the knowledgeable Japanese staff first class. As well as being presented with beautiful food, we were pleasantly educated in the ways of Japanese food and sake.

Estuve aquí una vez antes y comimos deliciosa sopa de salmón. Esta noche pensé que estaba en un ganador, ¿qué tan equivocado podría estar. Comí pollo marmita para comenzar solo dos trozos pequeños de brócoli con solo no lo suficientemente bueno, pedí un poco de verdura para completar. Luego el desastre con un cuarto de pato como se muestra a continuación desmenuzó todo, incluido el hueso, así que se secó un poco de hueso con el que lidiar, no es agradable y pensé que este continuaría siendo un gran lugar para cenar basado en la experiencia de la sopa de salmón de la última vez.

Popped in here as we were staying nearby and fancied some sushi. Service and food were excellent with an extremely helpful and friendly waitress. The gyoza was cooked to perfection and served with a nice spicy dip and the signature crispy roll was very tasty and went well with the vegetable selection. Will definitely revisit before we head back home.

I come here regularly for a quick meal. The fish is always fresh unlike other places in Croydon and sushi rolls are always delicious. Staff are also very friendly

My husband and I had an exceptional experience at Maru yesterday. From the moment we stepped into the restaurant we felt as though we were back in Japan. Every course was absolutely out of this world and showed just how talented the chefs are. Special shoutout to the monkfish karaage which will live in my head rent free for the rest of my life. This is the first omakase we’ve had since a Michelin star experience in Kyoto and it was absolutely on par. We’ll be back! Ps get the sake pairing - you won’t regret it.

I had seen it a couple of times and wanted to try it out. We arrived at 1.15pm and it was empty but that soon changed. The lovely waiter showed us where to sit (it is a rather small place for about 10 people but there is open seating outside). We ordered a yakatori (succulent) to share for start, chicken sho-yu ramen and salmon terriyaki with rice. Amazing! The salmon was soft and tender, tasty sauce and the ramen was flavoursome. Not sure what some diners have said but it is well worth a visit. Sometimes it's best to try it for yourself to make judgement. And all reasonably priced.

Fresh fish and great variety on the menu. I enjoyed the pick your own nigiri five piece set. Everything was delicious and good atmosphere as well.

Loved it! Ordered in lock down v2 and didn’t have to wait long to get our order ready. Every dish was incredibly good, the rolls, the chicken teriyaki, tempura and tori kara age. We will definitely come back and try more food, it’s been one of the best meals we have had in lock down.

Delicious food, lovely atmosphere and great staff! Went with friends and we enjoyed the seating outside for a drink in the sun and then moved inside for a good bottle of house white. The food is presented beautifully and tastes a good !Best dishes - black cod and prawn gyoza

Bastante bien, pero más occidentalizado de lo que esperaba. El arroz estaba sabroso y el pollo y el cerdo Katsu ambos bien cocinados. Pero vino con una ensalada simple y mostaza inglesa, en lugar de encurtidos y wasabi. El albóndigas de pollo era bueno. Lo más extraño era que todo esto se servía en una caja grande sin divisores, por lo que la ensalada se empapó del arroz y la mostaza simplemente se colocó a un lado del arroz. Es una buena comida, muy rápida, pero no tan auténtica.

Beautiful food, I’ve tried nearly everything on the food menu and I’m working my way through the drinks. In love with this place. Go!!!

Acabo de descubrir Kamome para llevar durante el cierre: excelente comida japonesa casera a precios razonables.