Restaurant
Nobu London, Mayfair
Thirty years in and still the benchmark. The founders' table of choice in Mayfair — no asterisk, no caveats.
“Thirty years in and still the benchmark. The founders' table of choice in Mayfair — no asterisk, no caveats.”
Restaurant editorial verdict
Thirty years in and still the benchmark. The founders' table of choice in Mayfair — no asterisk, no caveats.
London, United Kingdom · ££££ Luxury
Why we recommend it
Thirty years in and still the benchmark. The founders' table of choice in Mayfair — no asterisk, no caveats.
What we loved
- Black cod miso — still the benchmark after 30 years
- Omakase menu is worth the full commitment
- Service that reads the room perfectly
- Private dining room (6–10) exceptional for deal dinners
- Rock shrimp tempura yuzu aioli update works beautifully
Things to note
- Book 3–4 weeks ahead — prime times fill fast
- Omakase requires the whole table to participate
- Lunch is relaxed; dinner is the intended experience
- Wine pairings are excellent but add significantly to the bill
What we loved
- Black cod miso — still the benchmark after 30 years
- Omakase menu is worth the full commitment
- Service that reads the room perfectly
- Private dining room (6–10) exceptional for deal dinners
- Rock shrimp tempura yuzu aioli update works beautifully
Things to note
- Book 3–4 weeks ahead — prime times fill fast
- Omakase requires the whole table to participate
- Lunch is relaxed; dinner is the intended experience
- Wine pairings are excellent but add significantly to the bill
Editorial pull quote
Thirty years in and still the benchmark. The founders' table of choice in Mayfair — no asterisk, no caveats.
