The guide to the best sushi restaurants in London

The guide to the best sushi restaurants in London

From izakaya to bento boxes, the sushi scene in London is next to none. From all-you-can-eat sushi and buffets to fine-dining Japanese meals, all around the city, brilliant sushi chefs are refining delicate dishes that look almost too good to eat. From high-end tasting menus to family-run hidden gems, step straight into Japan at one of these excellent sushi restaurants in London. Here's where you can eat the best sushi in London.

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      Endo Michelin-starred sushi
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      Sanjugo The ideal sushi date spot
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      Sumi Endo's more affordable little sister
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      Umu Michelin-starred Japanese
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      Kikuchi An omakase tasting menu
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      Aqua Kyoto Sushi, sashimi and sake
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      Roka Luxury sushi
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      Dinings SW3 Warm and welcoming hospitality
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      Sticks'n'Sushi Sticks, sushi and desserts
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      Shiro Crystal sushi
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      Sushisamba A Nikkei icon
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      TOKii Traditional Japanese hospitality
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      Atariya Omakase in a casual setting
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      Sushi Atelier Sake, shochu and sashimi
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      Yashin Plates of art
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      Chisou An all-time favourite
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      Uchi Simple and effective
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      Zuma An international mainstay
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      Ukai A different kind of pub grub
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      Sushi on Jones All the way from NYC
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      Amazónico Tropical Nikkei paradise
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      Studio Gauthier Fully plant-based
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      The Freak Scene Get your sushi freak on
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      Roji Worth the wait
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      Kurisu Omakase More than just food

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The best sushi in London

London's best sushi restaurants

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Endo at the Rotunda
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Endo at the Rotunda
Endo at the Rotunda – Sushi restaurants
Endo at the Rotunda
Endo at the Rotunda – Sushi restaurants
Endo at the Rotunda
Endo at the Rotunda – Sushi restaurants
Endo at the Rotunda
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Endo at the Rotunda
Endo at the Rotunda – Sushi restaurants
Endo at the Rotunda
Endo at the Rotunda – Sushi restaurants
Endo at the Rotunda

Endo

Michelin-starred sushi

Dine with a third-generation sushi master at Endo at the Rotunda, a high-end sushi restaurant in White City. Endo focuses on the centuries-old Edomae style of sushi, which is a technique particular to Tokyo. Guests who dine here get to enjoy a truly memorable experience as he guides them through an artistic menu of seasonal dishes.

Sanjugo Shoreditch – Sushi restaurants
Sanjugo Shoreditch
Sanjugo Shoreditch – Sushi restaurants
Sanjugo Shoreditch
Sanjugo Shoreditch – Sushi restaurants
Sanjugo Shoreditch
Sanjugo Shoreditch – Sushi restaurants
Sanjugo Shoreditch
Sanjugo Shoreditch – Sushi restaurants
Sanjugo Shoreditch
Sanjugo Shoreditch – Sushi restaurants
Sanjugo Shoreditch
Sanjugo Shoreditch – Sushi restaurants
Sanjugo Shoreditch
Sanjugo Shoreditch – Sushi restaurants
Sanjugo Shoreditch
Sanjugo Shoreditch – Sushi restaurants
Sanjugo Shoreditch
Sanjugo Shoreditch – Sushi restaurants
Sanjugo Shoreditch

The ideal sushi date spot

These cosy sushi spots specialise in high-quality sushi, sashimi, salads and side dishes that are all competitively priced. With friendly, welcoming service and an intimate setting, they're a great choice for a sushi lover's date night. The Shoreditch branch even features a dimly-lit sake and whisky bar upstairs for post-meal tipples.

  • 35 Scrutton St, Shoreditch 42 Duncan St, Islington

Sumi

Endo's more affordable little sister

If you've had your eye on Endo at the Rotunda, but it's a little on the pricey side, then why not head to its sister restaurant, Sumi? This sibling Japanese spot plates up creative dishes, as well as a selection of aburi (open-flame cooked) nigiri, for a fraction of the price.

Umu

Michelin-starred Japanese

This Michelin-starred restaurant in the heart of Mayfair serves refined Japanese cuisine in a sleek, Asian-inspired setting. They are committed to quality and source the finest line-caught fish from Cornwall and around the British Isles. The menu is Inspired by Kyoto, featuring sushi, sashimi, and daily seafood specials. Executive Chef Ryo Kamatsu employs the traditional 17th-century Japanese Ikejime method, known for being both the freshest and most humane way to prepare fish.

Kikuchi

An omakase tasting menu

Enjoy an authentic Japanese experience featuring traditional sushi at Kikuchi in the heart of Fitzrovia. Chef Masayuki Kikuchi has worked to create an omakase-tasting menu that is stocked with a range of delectable appetisers, the freshest sashimi and a selection of grilled dishes.

Aqua Kyoto – Sushi restaurants
Aqua Kyoto
Aqua Kyoto – Sushi restaurants
Aqua Kyoto
Aqua Kyoto – Sushi restaurants
Aqua Kyoto
Aqua Kyoto – Sushi restaurants
Aqua Kyoto
Aqua Kyoto – Sushi restaurants
Aqua Kyoto
Aqua Kyoto – Sushi restaurants
Aqua Kyoto
Aqua Kyoto – Sushi restaurants
Aqua Kyoto
Aqua Kyoto – Sushi restaurants
Aqua Kyoto
Aqua Kyoto – Sushi restaurants
Aqua Kyoto
Aqua Kyoto – Sushi restaurants
Aqua Kyoto

Aqua Kyoto

Sushi, sashimi and sake

This restaurant in buzzy Soho specialises in authentic Japanese fare with a twist. The menu features an excellent selection of sashimi, sushi and maki, as well as premium wagyu beef. Wash your meal down with sake or wine from the extensive drinks menu.

Luxury sushi

This Japanese restaurant specialises in award-winning modern robata Japanese cuisine. There's a wide assortment of refined Japanese delicacies such as sake teriyaki salmon with sansho salt or baby back ribs with cashew nuts to be found on the menu, while sushi enthusiasts can enjoy upmarket delicacies such as wagyu or caviar in their rolls.

  • 37 Charlotte St., Fitzrovia 71 Aldwych, Holborn Park Pavillion, Canary Wharf/Tower Hamlets 30 N Audley St, Mayfair

Dinings SW3

Warm and welcoming hospitality

Experience the very best of Japanese hospitality and food at Dinings SW3 in Knightsbridge. This restaurant and sushi bar oozes elegance and relaxation and promises a home-away-from-home vibe, as well as some top-notch sushi, of course.

Sticks, sushi and desserts

Sticks'n'Sushi is one of the better-known sushi groups in London. Their menu is filled with delicious Japanese dishes, like maki, nigiri, small sides, salads and even yakitori skewers. There's also a range of desserts, ranging from matcha and dark chocolate cakes to classic crème brûlée.

  • 1 Crossrail Pl, Canary Wharf/Tower Hamlets 113 King's Rd, Chelsea 11 Henrietta St, Covent Garden 1 Nelson Rd, Greenwich 40 Beak St, Soho 3 Sir Simon Milton Sq 58 Wimbledon Hill Rd, Wimbledon/Merton 100 Shoreditch High St, Shoreditch Westfield London, Ariel Way, Hammersmith and Fulham The Bentall Centre, Wood St 80 George St, Richmond 77 Upper St, Islington Electric Boulevard, Vauxhall/Battersea

Shiro

Crystal sushi

This Hong Kong-based brand reinvents the classic sushi roll with a layer of flavoured jelly, carefully draped across for maximum flavour and visual impact. The refined contemporary restaurant is spread across two floors and the outdoor terrace at Broadgate Circle, offering picture-perfect Japanese cuisine, wine and lunchtime bento boxes.

A Nikkei icon

One of the best-known sushi spots in the city has to be Sushisamba. You'll probably recognise photos of its signature verdant decor from Instagram but you really have to go to experience it all for yourself. The menu takes inspiration from the culture and cuisine of Japan, Brazil and Peru, with dishes like lobster taquitos and tempura green beans with truffle aioli, as well as sushi rolls combining the different influences.

  • 35 The Market, Covent Garden Heron Tower, Bishopsgate, The City/City of London

TOKii

Traditional Japanese hospitality

The five-star Prince Akatoki hotel in Marble Arch houses this refined Japanese restaurant, infused with Japanese tradition. You can choose from an assortment of signature sushi dishes made with upmarket delicacies such as grade A5 Japanese wagyu beef or caviar. You can complement your meal with wine or sake, and TOKii also offers sushi masterclasses for those looking to learn more about this culinary artform.

Omakase in a casual setting

These sushi restaurants are owned and run by T&S Enterprises, a wholesaler who supplies fresh fish to some of the best sushi spots in the city. A wide assortment of sushi pieces and rolls are available for dine-in or takeaway, but if you want to play it safe, try the omakase menu, which includes the chef's choice of the best dishes of the day.

  • 626 Finchley Road, Barnet 31 Vivian Avenue, Barnet

Sushi Atelier

Sake, shochu and sashimi

For budget-friendly sushi that is still excellent quality, head to Sushi Atelier on Great Portland Street. Sit at the counter and watch as the sushi masters create platters of sashimi whilst you sip on sake and shochu.

Plates of art

The Yashin restaurants, run and owned by Chef Yasuhiro Mineno and Shinya Ikeda, serve a menu of delicate small plates and intricate sushi, making use of upmarket ingredients and the freshest seafood. If you want an experience to remember, you could opt for the omakase menu by Yasuhiro Mineno; a meal made using seasonal ingredients that have been crafted into something truly artistic. 

  • 1A Argyll Road, Kensington 117, 119 Old Brompton Road, Kensington

An all-time favourite

Chishou is a staple on the London sushi scene with an all-encompassing assortment of classic Japanese dishes such as sashimi, tempura, pickles, and even dessert options. The authentic food is served in an upscale, nature-inspired setting that evokes calm and serenity.

  • 31 Beauchamp Pl, Chelsea 22 Woodstock St, Mayfair

Uchi

Simple and effective

Uchi may not boast the usual grandeur seen in many of London's more picturesque Japanese eateries, but this is precisely its charm. Its tranquil Japanese ambience, characterised by white textiles, mellow wood, and slippers so you can pad about in comfort, enhances rather than overshadows the curated selection of sushi presented each day.

Zuma

An international mainstay

Just a stone's throw from Hyde Park, the London branch of Zuma offers an izakaya experience with a contemporary twist. Balancing tradition with sophistication, the restaurant is popular among business crowds by avoiding excessive formality while still maintaining a professional feel. You can opt for a seat at the counter to observe the chefs crafting Japanese classics such as sushi, tempura, and robata-grilled specialties, with the menu changing frequently.

Ukai – Sushi restaurants
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Ukai – Sushi restaurants
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Ukai – Sushi restaurants
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Ukai – Sushi restaurants
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Ukai

Ukai

A different kind of pub grub

West London's Ukai is set within a former pub with an eye-catching exterior mural and offers stylish sushi in a lively atmosphere. The restaurant's interior is modern yet evokes its historical past, with meticulous attention given to food presentation, ensuring every dish is both visually and gastronomically pleasing. Alongside classic Japanese dishes, diners can indulge in expertly-crafted cocktails and a diverse wine list.

Sushi on Jones

All the way from NYC

Originally from New York, the inaugural Sushi on Jones outside the US has found a home at the Goods Way complex in King's Cross. True to its name, the menu features a curated array of skilfully crafted sushi rolls, complemented by wagyu-based specialties and a select range of sake and Japanese whisky. The establishment is particularly renowned for its omakase experience, in which the chef navigates you through a journey of twelve meticulously chosen Japanese dishes.

Amazónico London – Sushi restaurants
Amazónico London
Amazónico London – Sushi restaurants
Amazónico London
Amazónico London – Sushi restaurants
Amazónico London
Amazónico London – Sushi restaurants
Amazónico London
Amazónico London – Sushi restaurants
Amazónico London
Amazónico London – Sushi restaurants
Amazónico London
Amazónico London – Sushi restaurants
Amazónico London
Amazónico London – Sushi restaurants
Amazónico London

Amazónico

Tropical Nikkei paradise

Deep in London lies Amazónico, a rainforest-themed restaurant originally launched in Madrid. The London branch immerses diners in a lush South American atmosphere while presenting an eclectic menu that blends tropical Amazonian flavours with influences from the region's Asian communities. Beyond the vibrant dishes, the experience is enhanced by a live house band, resident DJs, speciality cocktails, and an open kitchen that ensures there's always something interesting going on.

Studio Gauthier

Fully plant-based

A casual spin-off of acclaimed chef Alexis Gauthier's eponymous vegan establishment in Soho, Studio Gauthier serves contemporary plant-based cuisine from around the world in a youthful setting. The restaurant is particularly famous for its vegan sushi, made with vegan fish and seafood alternatives and plenty of vegetables. The vegan sushi is also available as an all-you-can-eat bonanza.

Get your sushi freak on

Scott Hallsworth, previously of Nobu, has converted his pop-up success into an acclaimed bricks-and-mortar venture offering a cosy and welcoming ambiance. The Freak Scene highlights his distinctive take on pan-Asian cuisine, blending various culinary styles in creative ways. On the menu, guests can find imaginative creations like the renowned salmon sashimi pizza with truffle ponzu and black cod tacos accompanied by a fiery red chili salsa, along with inventive sushi.

  • 28 Parsons Green Ln, Fulham/Hammersmith and Fulham 1 Ramsden Rd

Roji

Worth the wait

With only a couple of dinners a night serves and just ten seats at this intimate 10-person counter in Mayfair, securing a reservation isn't easy. However, there's plenty to entice you to try. This omakase sushi restaurant features seasonal British-sourced ingredients, husband-and-wife chefs with experience in award-winning restaurants worldwide, and menus paired with premium sake selections.

Kurisu Omakase

More than just food

London boasts many omakase experiences, each with something different to offer, but Kurisu Omakase stands out. This 18-course sushi dinner experience combines Japanese cuisine with Thai-Colombian influences. The intimate, eight-seat restaurant allows guests to enjoy flame-torched fish and truffle and caviar-topped otoro, all while listening to stories that accompany the dishes.

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