Asakusa

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Thu Jun 14 2012

Asakusa may not live up to the grandeur of its namesake Tokyo temple, but that doesn’t stop this shabby little Camden restaurant from pulling in the crowds. The lack of windows and a low ceiling make the whole place a little dark, though the diminutive red, white and black dining room is far from sombre – and neither are the smiling staff.

The long menu covers a range of classic dishes including reasonable sushi and crisp vegetable tempura. For the budget-conscious, there are set meals such as ginger pork or beef teriyaki, all served with rice and miso soup: a snip at around £8. If you’re feeling adventurous, try some authentic (read unusual) skewers from the specials menu. These include chicken gizzards and chicken skin as well as tamer options.

Highlights of our most recent meal were super-fresh squid nigiri served with a sliver of shiso leaf; slow-simmered sweet and salty pork with a dab of fiery mustard; and chestnut ice-cream packed with nutty chunks to finish. We accompanied it all with a bottle of crisp Asahi Super Dry and some complimentary green tea.

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Address:
Asakusa 265 Eversholt Street
London
NW1 1BA

Venue phone:
020 7388 8533
Opening hours:
Dinner served 6-11.30pm Mon-Fri; 6-11pm Sat
Transport:
Tube: Camden Town or Mornington Crescent tube
Price:
Main courses £5.50-£13
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1. Asakusa
  - 265 Eversholt Street
    London
    NW1 1BA
  - 020 7388 8533
  - 51.533823,-0.138214

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(18 ratings)

This is one of my favourite restaurants in London, and the best Japanese food I've had. The restaurant itself has a great atmosphere; it's absolutley tiny but the decor is excellent - very authentic and not OTT. The food is excellent and of a really high standard; the buta kakuni (simmered pork belly) is so tender it falls apart practically by looking at it! Just make sure you book before you go because it is ridiculously hard to get a table without booking. The best part is when you get the bill and realise how reasonable the prices are!

Jennifer Sun Jun 2
Rated as: 5/5
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It was horrible. The table were so tight you could not come out of the table (my weight is 48kg) . The waitresses were rude, and they forgot to bring my food after 50 minutes (we were 5 at the table) waiting. They didn't apologized and they still charged us for the full service charge.

sara Fri Apr 19
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lovely, fresh food and friendly service. very reasonably priced.

Alex S Fri Oct 19 2012
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Bloody great. Had an awesome meal in a packed to the rafters restaurant. Make sure you book!

holly Mon Oct 8 2012
Rated as: 5/5
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Amazing japanese traditional food. Simply one of the bestJapanese restraunt in London.

Marta Wed Jun 27 2012
Rated as: 5/5
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Don't know what crack this reviewer was smoking, 3/5? Best Japanese I've had in London for years and quite possibly ever.

Andrew Wed Mar 7 2012
Rated as: 5/5
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What is up with TimeOut? Three stars for the best Japanese restaurant in London? Are you kidding me??? Wonderful atmosphere, amazing (reasonably priced) food, feels like being in a real Japanese izakaya, takes me back to my days in Tokyo.

JH Thu Mar 1 2012
Rated as: 5/5
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Best restaurant in London. Even the decor has a certain charm.

John Sat Feb 25 2012
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This is my absolute favourite restaurant. I don't think Time Out's review has given it justice. Asakusa is easily the best Japanese restaurant in London. The decor isn't great but the food is well worth it.

Veronica Sat Jan 21 2012
Rated as: 5/5
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Love this place!!!Recommend highly. Great value for money, tasty food, and no meagre portions- unlike other Japanese restaurants in London.

islingtonfoodlover Thu Dec 22 2011
Rated as: 5/5
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