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Japanese

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Kondo (Tokyo)

30th March 2018 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Specialist tempura restaurant in the heart of Ginza

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Tempura

Address: Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 5 Chome−5−13 坂口ビル 9F

Food Rating: 84%

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Sushiya (Tokyo)

29th March 2018 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Top class sushi in Ginza, Tokyo by Takao Ishyama

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Sushi

Address: Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 6 Chome−4−16, Hanatsubaki Bldg, 2階

Food Rating: 87%

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Sosharu (Farringdon)

9th July 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Japanese addition to Jason Atherton’s ever growing empire - this venue is due to temporarily close and be relocated in late 2017

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 64 Turnmill Street, London EC1M 5RR

Food Rating: 68%

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Benihana (Piccadilly)

11th June 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

5-decade long Japanese recipes, entertainingly served and an ideal venue for families

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 37 Sackville St, London W1S 3EH

Food Rating: 67%

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ROKA (Aldwych)

31st May 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Stylish Japanese chain restaurant close to theatre land in the West End 

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 71 Aldwych, London WC2B 4HN

Food Rating: 75%

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L’Etranger Restaurant (South Kensington)

29th January 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Neighbourhood restaurant off Gloucester Road serving French-Japanese fusion food with an impeccable wine list, but sadly did not hit the mark for me in any other way

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: French with Japanese influence

Address: 36 Gloucester Road London SW7 4QT

Food Rating: 56%

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The Araki (Mayfair)

29th January 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Bespoke Japanese counter dining restaurant in Mayfair for 9 people at a time, serving a set tasting menu using rare and quality ingredients with an equally bespoke price (the most expensive in the country). 

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 12 New Burlington Street, W1S 3BF

Food Rating: 84%

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Umu (Mayfair)

3rd December 2015 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Sophisticated and quiet yet warm, Mayfair (Japanese) restaurant with elegant cuisine and corresponding price tags for its dishes.

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 14-16 Bruton Place, Mayfair, London W1J 6LX

Food Rating: 76%

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ROKA (Canary Wharf)

8th December 2013 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Part of a four part chain in London (at time of writing) serving decoratively served Japanese food in a stylish venue - very good value for unlimited booze brunches at the weekend

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 1st Floor, 40 Canada Square, London, E14 5FW

Food Rating: 64%

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Zuma (Knightsbridge)

22nd June 2013 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Trendy Japanese restaurant with even trendier bar attracting numerous celebrity and glamour scouts - some definite pleasing food options with a Knightsbridge price tag

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 5 Raphael Street, Knightsbridge, London SW7 1DL

Food Rating: 73%

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  • Food Rating - 73%
    73

Summary

Bustling atmosphere.
Decent bar.
Stylish presentation of food.

Average desserts.

Restaurant Details

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 5 Raphael Street, Knightsbridge, London SW7 1DL

Website: Zuma (Knightsbridge)

Telephone: +44 20 7584 1010

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About Me

meMy hobby-turned-passion began to evolve during my assignments to London where I was fortunate enough to be able to explore all the Michelin starred restaurants in my spare time and as a result, I gradually built up a catalogue of all these venues.

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