London Best Omakase Restaurants

Universally regarded as the best sushi in London. This tiny 7-seat counter is run by husband-and-wife team Toru and Harumi Takahashi (Toru is an ex-Nobu sushi master). The intimate, conversational atmosphere and extraordinary otoro have earned it a cult following — one Reddit user called it "second only to Sushi Matsumoto in Kyoto." Switched from a la carte to omakase-only format. Strict no photography or video policy.

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~£187pp (£167 Saturday lunch). Phone-only booking: 020 3217 0090, Mondays 11am-2pm for the following week. Can only book once per month. One of the hardest reservations in London.

Michelin-starred omakase from third-generation sushi master Endo Kazutoshi (a former punk guitarist). Originally located on the 8th floor of the former BBC Television Centre — one of London's most dramatic dining locations. A theatrical, interactive 3-hour experience at a 200-year-old hinoki wood counter where sushi is passed directly from chef's hands to yours. Described by Redditors as "the pinnacle of sushi in London." Currently operating a pop-up at Annabel's in Mayfair (Feb–Jul 2026) following a fire at the original location.

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Original location temporarily closed after a fire (Sept 2025). Currently running 'Endo, Upstairs at Annabel's' pop-up (Feb–Jul 2026), 10 seats, £245pp, Tue–Fri. ~£275-290pp at the original location. Prepaid, non-refundable. Check website for latest status and reopening plans.

Reddit's "people's champion" of London omakase. Run by Chris Restrepo (half Thai, half Colombian, trained at Tokyo Sushi Academy) with his mother inside Ichiban Sushi in Brixton. The Guardian called it "both dinner and theatre." Chris wears a backwards baseball cap and delivers top-tier sushi with zero pretension — the quality rivals anywhere in London at a fraction of the price. A true hidden gem with a daily-changing menu.

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~£150pp for 18 courses. 8 seats max. Two sittings: 6pm and 8:30pm. Book via Resy. Follow on Instagram for table releases. More accessible than Tetsu/Endo — you can often get a table within a week.

Michelin-starred omakase in Mayfair, originally opened as Taku by chef Takuya Watanabe (who created Jin, Paris's first Michelin-starred omakase) and earned a star just 4 months after opening. In early 2026, Taipei sushi master Shogo Amamoto (2 Michelin stars in Taipei) took over, making this his first restaurant outside Taiwan. Edomae-style sushi with a daily-changing seasonal menu in a gorgeous, intimate space.

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£180pp lunch (17 courses), £380pp dinner (22 courses). 16 seats. Book via SevenRooms or website. Email: info@amamotolondon.com

A unique omakase where all ingredients are sourced from the British Isles, including Cornish seafood. Chef Taiji Maruyama not only prepares the food but handmade all the crockery. Around 20-21 courses combining Japanese technique with British produce, focused on Omotenashi (guest-centered hospitality). Compared favorably to Michelin-starred experiences in Kyoto. Rated 4.9/5 on OpenTable.

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£210pp dinner (21 courses), £175-180 Saturday lunch. Book via SevenRooms. Tuesday-Saturday service.

A hidden gem in Wimbledon run by chef Nobuhisa Takahashi (ex-Nobu Tokyo) and his wife. A 2.5-hour kaiseki-style experience followed by sushi — Redditors describe the nigiri as "some of the best in Europe." More intimate table setting rather than traditional counter seating. One of the best restaurants you'll find outside central London.

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£150pp for omakase (£420 for two without alcohol). 5 tables. Book well in advance; deposit required. No walk-ins.

An intimate 11-seat curved wooden counter omakase originally from Beirut, now relocated to London's Marylebone. Michelin Guide listed. Chefs Yuichi Nakaya and Jurek Wasio deliver a refined experience with a cocktail bar downstairs. Vegetarian menus available with 48 hours notice. Walk-ins accepted for lunch.

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£100 lunch, £180 dinner. Exclusive bento box lunch £78 (email only). Walk-ins for lunch. Dinner seatings 6pm or 8:30pm (Tue-Sat). Phone: +44 20 3161 9493

London's best affordable omakase, from the owners of Cube. Genuine quality nigiri from friendly chefs without the premium price tag — eight nigiri pieces, one temaki roll, starter, and dessert. English wine options alongside sake pairings. A much-needed addition to London's omakase scene for those who want the real experience without spending £200+.

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£51.80 lunch, £71.80 dinner. Pre-theatre omakase £49. 10 seats. Book via OpenTable. Great value for Soho.

An affordable omakase gem in Bloomsbury with a 10-seat sushi counter. Chef Padam Raj Rai was born in Nepal, trained as a sushi chef in Osaka, and honed his craft at Nobu, Zuma, and Roka. The counter experience is theatrical and educational, with premium ingredients including freshly grated wasabi from near Mount Fuji and soy sauces aged up to 38 years. Rated 4.7 on Google with over 1,700 reviews.

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£59 (9 courses), £75 (11 courses), £89 (13 courses) at the sushi counter. Also has a main floor with tasting menus. Book via OpenTable. £75pp no-show penalty. Smart casual dress code. No vegetarian/vegan options. Card only.

A serene two-floor venue in Mayfair with two intimate sushi bars seating 6 diners each. Well-loved on Reddit for consistently maintaining quality over the years — sister restaurant to Sushi Kyu. Chef Takamasa Mogi (ex-Nobu) delivers a refined omakase featuring premium nigiri, temaki, and seasonal specials. Also has a fine whisky and sake bar in the basement.

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£89.70pp lunch (10 nigiri, hand roll, dessert), £125pp dinner (2 appetisers, 10 nigiri, temaki, dessert). Mon-Sun lunch & dinner. Book via OpenTable. Phone: +44 (0) 20 7165 9506