A hidden, temple-like sanctuary in a gritty alleyway where serious sushi purists go for high-end, traditional omakase without the Mayfair glitz.
Ordering Strategy
Sit at the counter to watch Chef Masayuki Kikuchi at work. If you want the famous Uni Don, you must book it a day in advance. The service moves fast, so be prepared for a brisk pace.
What to order
Omakase Course
The benchmark experience here; reviewers universally recommend entrusting the chef with the selection of nigiri and sashimi.
Otoro (Fatty Tuna)
Described as 'melt-in-the-mouth' and 'spankingly good' by multiple critics; a decadent, fatty cut that serves as a highlight.
Uni Don
A rice bowl adorned with sea urchin that Eater notes as a highlight, but it requires a 24-hour pre-order.
What to skip
More in Fitzrovia
- AkokoWest African Fine Dining · £££95
- Sushi AtelierModern Japanese · ££91
- The NinthFrench Mediterranean · £££88
Signal Score
Signal score reflects how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
Top critic: The Guardian (90%)
Editorial Weight 59 pts
Authority + depth + recency
Agreement 8 pts
How aligned the critics are
Coverage 10 pts
How many real review signals exist
Public Signal 10 pts
Google rating + volume
Boosts 0 pts
Manual boosts + hidden gem
Review signals
2 Elite · 1 Editorial · 7 total signals
Public signal
4.5★ (312 reviews)
Good to know
The restaurant is located down a small alley (Hanway Street). Service is incredibly polite but English proficiency can be limited. There is a specific lunch and dinner schedule for the Omakase.
Locations
Trust signals
- ○Not yet visited
- mediumConfidence level
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