The 5 best places for sushi in London

London is a melting pot for cuisines from the remotest corners of the world—and one that is particularly popular amongst locals, is Japanese. With self-service sushi bars and fine-dining options around almost every street corner, here are a few eateries that do a great job of bringing the Orient to the British capital.


Nobu
Although this Japanese institution is known more for its A-list clientele than anything else, the sushi here is undeniably one of the best in the city. Experiment with the menu and try something new, they always get it right. You might need to break the bank for this one, but it’s well worth the splurge.
Tel: +44-207-290-9222 Address: 15 Berkeley Street, London



Atariya
A quick walk from Ealing station, this humble looking restaurant has a strong clientele and a stellar reputation for freshly-prepared, old-school sushi. An institution, especially amongst the Japanese people in the city, this is a good choice for those looking for an authentic Japanese experience.

Tel: +44-207-491-1178 Address: 20 James St, London

Dotori
A hop across from Finsbury Park station, Dotori opened back in 2008, but draws in customers like its the new kid on the block. Don't even think of doing a spontaneous walk-in, your best bet is to lock down a table a good one month in advance. The Japanese side of the menu offers sushi, sashimi, tempura and donburi dishes, the staff is efficient and well informed, and the food’s well priced and beautifully prepared. It's a win-win.

Tel: +44-20-7263-3562 Address: 3A Stroud Green Rd, London N4 2DQ



Yashin Sushi
For sushi lovers, Yashin is a must. Tucked down a side road off Kensington High Street, this restaurant might appear more bistro-like than Japanese, but on entering, the sushi counter in the centre sets the tone for the meal ahead. The chef will request you to eat the sushi sans soya sauce, and with each piece finished with its own flavourings, you’ll realise that’s just the way to do it.

Tel:+44-20-7938-1536 Address: 1A Argyll Rd, London W8 7DB



Yoshino
The neon sign announcing Yoshino is easy to miss, but be sure to catch on, as the secret to this sushi bar’s success is its guaranteed supply of market-fresh fish. Their winning formula is a small selection of sushi sets, each cut, prepared and seasoned to perfection.

Tel:+44-20-7287-6622 Address: 3 Piccadilly, London W1J 0DB