Cuisine Guide

Best Japanese in West London

Discover handpicked Japanese restaurants in West London, with what to order first at each place.

Every place here is handpicked. Signal score shows how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.

10 restaurants

1
Endo at the Rotunda

Japanese Omakase · ££££ · White City

93Signal

Start with

Endo's Business Card

This signature roll of tuna is wrapped in 'very delicate seaweed from Tokyo' and is described by critics as a 'lovely bite' that showcases the chef's precision with rice served at the 'correct body temperature.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

2
Takahashi

Japanese · ££££ · Wimbledon

88Signal

Start with

Nigiri Selection

Described as 'nigiri of absolute luxury,' featuring 'luscious' kinmedai (splendid alfonsino) and 'delicate and elegant' shimaaji, all served on 'perfect, just-vinegared' rice.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

3
Sumi

Japanese / Sushi · ££££ · Notting Hill

83Signal

Start with

Temaki (Hand Rolls)

These "taco-like" rolls feature "glimmering sheets of salmon" or tuna diced into curved nori; they are the "stars of the show" and highlight the restaurant's signature casual style.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

4
Tetote Factory

Japanese Bakery · £ · Ealing

82Signal

Start with

Tuna & Corn Bun

A standout of the 'sensational' savoury selection, this classic Japanese combination is described by critics as a 'culinary jackpot' that is remarkably 'filling for the price.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

5
Tomoe

Japanese · ££ · Putney

75Signal

Start with

Spider Roll

Called the 'must have dish,' this roll combines soft shell crab, avocado, and fish roe with a touch of spicy sauce for what critics call the 'ultimate sushi roll.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

6
Juno

Japanese Omakase · ££££ · Notting Hill

70Signal

Start with

Alaskan King Crab (Taraba Kani)

Beautifully presented and already portioned for easy dipping into a 'rich ponzu butter,' this dish is consistently praised as a highlight of the experience.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

7
Haku Café & Izakaya

Japanese · ££ · Ealing

60Signal

Start with

Chicken Nanban

Consistently identified as the standout dish on the menu in reviewer feedback.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

8
Kampai

Japanese · ££ · Kensington

60Signal

Start with

Horenso Salad

Deep-fried rock shrimp covered in a spicy mayo dressing on baby spinach—an essential way to start your meal.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

9
Konjiki

Japanese · ££ · Kensington

38Signal
Light Coverage

Start with

Prawn Tempura

Described by Tom Parker Bowles as 'gossamer-light' and the 'best I’ve eaten for months,' serving as a highlight in an otherwise mediocre menu.

Less written about, but enough signal to surface it.

10
鮨 Hase-Ya

Japanese Sushi · ££ · South Ealing

0Signal
Light Coverage

Start with

Kaisen Don

The consensus favorite; a bowl of fresh sashimi over perfectly vinegared rice that reviewers claim rivals dining in Japan.

Light coverage. Worth knowing, but not heavily written about.

Explore more collections