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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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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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Nobu (Berkley St)

23rd December 2012 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

1 Michelin starred at time of visit - Japanese venuw for those in need of glamour with one of the nicest salads on record but questionable service

Editor's note: closed May 2020 owing to the impact of COVID-19

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 15 Berkley Street, Mayfair, W1J 8DY

Food Rating: 73%

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Nobu (at The Metropolitan Hotel)

21st March 2011 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Sister restaurant to Nobu Berkley Street and also Michelin starred at time of visit - decorative food with pleasing results in a stylish setting but not suitable for note-worthy occasions

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 19 Old Park Lane, Mayfair, W1Y 1LB

Food Rating: 71%

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  • Food Rating - 71%
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Summary

Pleasant view of Hyde Park.
Stylish setting.

Entrance of building is not easiest to navigate to.
Restrained atmosphere.

Restaurant Details

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 19 Old Park Lane, Mayfair, W1Y 1LB

Website: Nobu (at The Metropolitan Hotel)

Telephone: +44 20 7447 4747

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Recent Visit – 3 Stars

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22nd June 2023

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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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  • Bleecker Burger (Bloomberg Arcade) 1st May 2025
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