10 Best Sushi Places in London: A Guide for Sushi Lovers

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Japanese culture has spread across the globe, making one of its most beloved culinary creations increasingly accessible. These include sushi, a popular dish from the Land of the Rising Sun which is typically made with vinegared rice topped with raw fish, vegetables, or eggs.

Now, enjoying sushi does not require a trip to Japan. In major cities like London, tourists and locals can find numerous restaurants serving various authentic Japanese dishes.

For those seeking recommendations for the best sushi places to eat in London, Time Out Travel and Condé Nast Traveler have compiled a list of restaurants where you can savor everything from expertly crafted sushi to delicate sashimi, guaranteed to delight your taste buds. Keep reading for the complete list.

List of Best Sushi Places in London

1. Sushi Tetsu

One of the best sushi spots in London according to Time Out Travel is Sushi Tetsu. Located in Clerkenwell, this small bar offers an exclusive omakase experience, where the chef selects a variety of fresh dishes for you. Enjoy top-quality sushi from Chef Toru Takanashi, where every bite is a testament to freshness and skill.

2. The Fuji Grill

Located in Beaverbrook Town House, Chelsea, The Fuji Grill serves a 20-course omakase menu featuring a selection of the freshest fish. If you are unsure what to order, try some of their signature dishes like Tuna Kakuni in soy sauce and ginger sauce, and O-toro (fatty tuna) with black truffle.

3. Sushi Show Shoreditch

For a more affordable option without sacrificing quality, head to Sushi Show in Shoreditch. Founded by Kaz Tateishi, the Sushi Show serves a delicious selection of fresh nigiri (slices of fish on rice) and maki (rolled sushi).

4. Endo at The Rotunda

For exceptional quality, look no further than Endo at The Rotunda, a Michelin-starred sushi restaurant led by Chef Endo Kazutoshi, a third-generation sushi master from Yokohama. Enjoy an unforgettable dining experience with his omakase, which British food critic Giles Coren once described as “the most perfect meal” he had ever eaten in a restaurant in more than 20 years as a critic.

5. Nanahoshi

If you are a fan of temaki (hand-rolled sushi), Nanahoshi, formerly known as Jugemu, is the place to go. They serve temaki rolls with fresh fillings and crispy nori (seaweed). Additionally, they offer a variety of sushi and sashimi platters.

6. Chisou

Another highly recommended sushi restaurant in London is Chisou in Mayfair. Their menu features a diverse range of sushi and Japanese lunch dishes. While it might not be the cheapest option, Chisou offers delicious food in a calm and elegant dining atmosphere.

7. Sushi Kyu

Located in Soho, Sushi Kyu provides an omakase menu at reasonable prices without compromising on quality. Customers can order a variety of dishes, including sashimi (slices of raw fish), nigiri, maki rolls, and chirashi don (sashimi and other ingredients on a bed of rice).

8. Sushi Atelier

Every customer who steps foot into Sushi Atelier is sure to be impressed by the restaurant's wooden interior and its serene ambiance. But the main reason to visit is the food.

You can order their popular dragon roll, featuring barbecued eel and tiger prawns with yuzu tobiko (flying fish roe). They also offer bento boxes for lunch and sets of various sushi with additional side dishes like salad and miso soup.

9. Uchi

Uchi, a sushi restaurant on Hackney Street, is known for its excellent meat-based dishes, from tuna sashimi to karage (Japanese fried chicken). They also serve equally delicious vegetarian options, such as mushroom nigiri with spinach and shiso daikon (radish with perilla) with asparagus.

10. Juno

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