A lovably grungy, hidden mid-range sushi gem behind County Hall offering an authentic, quick, and high-quality Japanese lunch.
Ordering Strategy
Ideal for solo diners or a quick lunch break; order a hot bento box or chirashi bowl to be in and out in 45 minutes.
What to order
Chirashi Bowl
Carved right in front of you with a generous mix of high-quality fish including akami, chutoro, and hot eel; hits everything you want from a lunchtime chirashi.
Salmon Belly Teriyaki Bento
A plush and decadent bento box featuring perfectly torched crispy salmon skin, served alongside rice and miso soup.
Oden and Cabbage Rolls
A comforting, off-piste Japanese home-cooking option sometimes available if you visit for dinner.
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Signal Score
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Top critic: Vittles (90%)
Editorial Weight 63 pts
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Coverage 2 pts
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Public Signal 14 pts
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Boosts 0 pts
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Review signals
1 Elite · 0 Editorial · 1 total signals
Public signal
4.7★ (344 reviews)
Good to know
Located in a bizarre but refreshing spot around the back of the former County Hall building. It operates as a fiercely gatekept local spot where dinner stays under £40.
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