Discover the Top Sushi in London

by The OpenTable Team

Updated November 03, 2023

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.

ROKA - Charlotte Street

4.4

4.4 (260)

£41 and over

Japanese

Fitzrovia

About the restaurant

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’s a full range of some of the best sushi in London, from classic California to the more inventive piripiri maki. There’s even a full vegan tasting menu. Always busy and for good reason, Roka is a popular destination for birthdays and other celebrations.

Top review

himanshi

Dined 3 days ago

Exceptional service!!! For this time of the year when they are so busy, to be as attentive, gracious and accommodating as- absolutely fantastic! We tried the tasting menu which was lovely. Friends are vegetarians and they too really liked the wide variety of impeccable dishes.

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Experience

3 Course Set Menu + Complimentary Cocktail

Experience

Lunch, Pre & Post Theatre Menu

Experience

Brunch with free-flowing wine

Flesh & Buns Oxford Circus

4.6

4.6 (1643)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Oxford Circus

About the restaurant

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 are "steamed bao" with a variety of fillings. The Japanese flavors keep on coming with an enormous raw and maki menu, including plenty of vegetarian options. Guests love the service and atmosphere of this well-placed sushi joint.

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ManiVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Always a pleasure here. Best staff in a London restaurant. Smashed it with the maki set!

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Popular dish

MISO GRILLED AUBERGINE

Popular dish

KOREAN FRIED WINGS

Popular dish

JAPANESE FRIED CHICKEN

Shack-Fuyu

4.5

4.5 (2429)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Soho

About the restaurant

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, culminating in menu options like salmon tacos with shiso avocado, or pulled lamb with kimchee sauce. The one thing that remains pretty traditional is the maki selection, so those craving a California roll aren't disappointed.

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Billie

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent food and great service- great value for money too

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Popular dish

KINAKO FRENCH TOAST (V)

4.2

4.2 (7331)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Soho

About the restaurant

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 the table, and after choosing their favorites, guests can watch the "chef cam" to see the food preparation. There are even video games available for the easily bored. The food is just as exciting, with diners particularly praising Inamo’s dragon roll. Don't miss this unique experience.

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Jay

Dined 4 days ago

Nice atmosphere with good vibes . Service was really quick and staff were great

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Popular dish

Red Dragon Roll

Popular dish

Red Dragon Roll (Ve) (GF)

Popular dish

Bang Bang Cauliflower (Ve)

SUSHISAMBA City

4.6

4.6 (1819)

£41 and over

Japanese

Liverpool Street

About the restaurant

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 Alexandra Palace on a clear day. Even the elevator trip to the restaurant is a panoramic experience. The menu here is a fusion of Brazilian and Japanese cuisine, so expect taquitos and plantain alongside tempura and gyoza. Dedicated sashimi fans adore the raw menu, or there are Japanese grill options for the less adventurous.

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Lolo

Dined 7 days ago

Food with a view, yes please. Having amazing food and drink high above the city skyline is not something most people get to do, so if you are looking for breathtaking views and fantastic food this is the place for you.

Gordon Ramsay Bar & Grill — Mayfair

4.1

4.1 (3505)

£25 and under

Unspecified

Mayfair

About the restaurant

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 rub shoulders with top restaurants, so it’s no surprise this is a good place to hunt down some succulent sushi. Maze on Mayfair shines on a Sunday when diners can enjoy the bottomless sushi bar with a glass of fine champagne, and maybe spot a famous face or two.

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Brage

Dined today

Shoutout to BT! Great guy! And the rest of the staff were likewise amazing🤩 Mains were incredible! And the brownie was a fan-fave for the gluten-free amongst us Only thing the music was somewhat loud… Still. Recommended!

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Experience

Butcher's Block Experience.

Aqua Kyoto

4.5

4.5 (725)

£41 and over

Japanese

Soho

About the restaurant

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, as the tasting menu offers dishes created from ingredients literally grown on the premises. The three course "home-grown" menu includes Osaka style sushi, with salmon, avocado, and mizuna. Pair these flavors with the opulent setting of this Regent Street venue, and it’s clear to see why this is one of London’s top Japanese restaurants.

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John

Dined 4 days ago

A little bit delicious! Cool. Could eat there daily. Yum!

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Experience

Set Menu

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