It’s easy to assume that London is all about fish and chips, gastropubs, roast beef dinners, or fine-dining tasting menus. However, international foods like sushi have become an integral part of London’s culinary culture, with some of the world’s top chefs serving up the best of Japanese cuisine. But where are the smartest, savviest diners eating out? Welcome to our Tastemakers List. We’ve pulled data from thousands of restaurants to find the top spots among OpenTable's most expert, seasoned diners. Read on to discover the best sushi in London right now.
Fitzrovia is an eclectic, bohemian neighborhood. It’s the place to discover the street art of Banksy, and the museum of zoology. This mix of influences echoes the creativity of the menu at Roka. There...
The word “gril”’ in the title might immediately make most diners think of steak or chops, but Gordon Ramsay’s line of restaurants split the menu between juicy meat and a small but select range of sush...
Delightfully situated between two of London’s largest green spaces, Nobu is a wonderful place to rest after a walk in Hyde Park or a shopping spree in nearby Knightsbridge. Minimalist and cool, keep a...
The unusually named Flesh & Buns is right in the middle of Fitzrovia, a few minutes’ walk from shops, museums, and some of London’s gorgeous gardens. The Flesh is meat, seafood, and veg, and the Buns ...
Head just a little bit off Shaftesbury Avenue into Soho to find this “Western Japanese” gem. As is the trend in many modern Asian restaurants, Japanese flavors meld with more Western ideas, culminatin...
Set in the heart of the exclusive neigborhood of Chelsea, Maze on Park Walk is a few minutes’ walk from many famous sights such as the Psychic Garden and the Saatchi Gallery. For weary sightseers who ...
Pan-Asian is in vogue at the moment, with London’s diners searching for ever more varied tastes. Cocochan has melded all the flavors of the Far East without losing the integrity of any individual cuis...
Soho is the trendy spot in London to enjoy music, comedy, and even some amazing sushi. Inamo is a futurist venture where diners order food from a virtual tablecloth. Menus are “beamed” digitally onto ...
Ideal for people staying in London’s cultural center, Zela is part of the Me London hotel complex on the Strand, not far from the River Thames. Zela specializes in Meppon cuisine, an unusual mix of Ja...
Carnaby is home to stunning light shows, dozens of independent shops, and Kingly Court, a courtyard of international cuisine. Oka is here, offering a Pan-Asian fusion of hot dishes and handmade sushi...
Set on the 38th and 39th floors of the imposing Salesforce Tower, Sushisamba offers incredible views across Spitalfields and Essex. From the right spot, diners might be able to catch glimpse of Alexan...
Perfect for those just arrived in Central London, Chisous is only a short walk from Oxford Circus Tube Station. Chisou has tuned into London’s love of Japanese cuisine and turned it into an art form. ...
A short walk from the stunning 19th-century Marble Arch is a restaurant where Japanese cuisine meets casual dining. Based on the izayaka experience, Kurobuta channels the tradition while adding modern...
The original Maze, Gordon Ramsay’s range of restaurants aiming for fine dining in casual settings, is set in the heart of one of London’s most affluent and celebrity-filled boroughs. Hotels and spas r...
Billed as “Japanese Super-Dinner,” ICHIBUNS is a fusion of traditional Japanese flavors and the juicy satisfaction of burgers and fries. There are traditional treats like gyoza, and, of course, a fant...
An experience quite unlike any other, Chef Paul Greening has created a Japanese urban farm, growing ingredients never seen in Britain before. This takes the phrase “farm-to-table” to a whole new level...
This Chelsea branch of Kurobuta carries on the Izayaka tradition with small plates, great drinks, and a chilled-out atmosphere. The dress code is come-as-you-are, so great for casual diners or for tho...
Primarily a Teppanyaki steakhouse, the global phenomenon of Benihana has now reached the world-famous area of Piccadilly in London. Whether diners have been sightseeing or watching a show at one of th...
Founder Tak Tokumine based the core of Sakagura around traditional Japanese drinking houses. The fun bit at Sakagura is diners choosing and cooking their own food, with lava stones or a table-top barb...
St James’s in London is a contrast of beautiful parks and bustling urban life. Ginza Onodera fits right into this eclectic mix, with a mix of authentic Japanese cuisine and striking contemporary décor...