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Ukiyo Hand Roll Bar, London, Greater London

Ukiyo Hand Roll Bar

4.8
4.8
59 Reviews
£26 to £40
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 28 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 59 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • 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."

59 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food, atmosphere and music! The toro tuna is amazing!

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  2. Emma

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was so good and the counter seating provides a great view of the chefs preparing your food! Such a cool and unique spot

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  3. Jasmine

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best sushi of my life went twice in one visit

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  4. Yuen

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 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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  5. Sarah

    London11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 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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  6. Nicole

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 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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  7. Micaela

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 February 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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  8. Jessica

    Vancouver5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 February 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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  9. janeyj

    London6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 21 February 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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  10. victoria

    London6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 20 February 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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Ukiyo Hand Roll Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 59 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 28 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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