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Ukiyo Hand Roll Bar, London, Greater London

Ukiyo Hand Roll Bar

4.7
4.7
56 Reviews
£26 to £40
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 35 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
UKIYO [u-key-yo] 世浮 hand roll is taking a different turn on the typical Japanese eatery.
An ultra minimal walk-in, sit at the counter bar type experience focusing on Japanese hand rolls.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

What 56 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • London

    Japanese

  • West End (London)

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ukiyo Hand Roll Bar offers an intimate dining experience with "amazing quality of produce" and "fresh and delicious" sushi. Guests enjoy the counter service, where chefs craft "phenomenal" dishes right in front of you. While some find the seating uncomfortable, the "attentive staff" and vibrant atmosphere make it "one of the best restaurants in London."
56 Reviews
  1. Yuen

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My boyfriend and I shared the tasting menu, and it was very nice! And the Ukiyo special hand roll was on point! Prefect for a date night!

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  2. Sarah

    London

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely time, world definitely recommend and go back. So worth it.

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  3. Nicole

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was absolutely incredible. The bartender twisted on of the cocktails based on my preference to make a wonderful tequila sour. Two of us shared the larger tasting menu and each dish was better and better. The omakase selection was traditional with a wonderful, innovative twist. The sushi makers were lovely and engaging and educational. Fantastic portion sizes and quality of produce. I can’t wait to be back.

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  4. Micaela

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the service even better; will definitely go back

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  5. Jessica

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really delicious and tasty. Love the counter experience and the attentive staff

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  6. janeyj

    London

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The menu idea is good ie individually prepared mini hand rolls. The food was good if a little too much mayonnaise on the hand rolls for my taste. The waiters on the floor were attentive. The sushi chefs at the bar made good sushi but were constantly chatting and giggling amongst themselves and giving little attention to the guests they were serving. The stools were uncomfortable far too low at the bar and the loud soft rock music was totally incongruous. It was a sweet set up but seemingly more about the gimmick than the food.

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  7. victoria

    London

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    One staff member completely ruined the experience. Her aggression and attitude were unacceptable—she truly needs anger management training. While the chefs and another staff member were lovely, this individual made me feel unwelcome. I was asked to move seats for an incoming guest, despite half the restaurant being empty. When the couple arrived, they were seated right next to us, even though there were plenty of other options available. This was unnecessary and frustrating. As someone with 12 years in hospitality, I can confidently say that this kind of behavior has no place in the industry. It’s a real shame for the business owner to have such a staff member at their new venue. The food good bad, but I won’t be returning

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  8. Anna

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best place in London to eat Japanese food!! Our experience was just wonderful - will definitely come back!

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  9. Raffaella

    Cambridge

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very fresh food and nicely presented, lovely atmosphere, service attentive and discreet, more pricey than high street brands but worth it.

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  10. Elizabeth

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chef tasting menu is phenomenal! Chef always crafts the perfect dishes. The handrolls are 10/10 and I recommend the tuna tartare appetizers. The food is always extremely fresh, the atmosphere is always warm and lively and the staff are very attentive and inviting. One of the best restaurants in London

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Ukiyo Hand Roll Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 56 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 35 times today
Google Map for Ukiyo Hand Roll Bar

8 Slingsby Pl, London, Greater London WC2H 9JZ

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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