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The only okonomi-yaki restaurant in London. Apparently the food has been somewhat "westernised", but it's still pretty good and different from the usual run of noodle bars.

Food

The basic food is okonomi-yaki, a sort of batter-cake cooked at the table. This takes some time to prepare, so appetisers are also served. The portions aren't particularly large, but everything I've had there has been good, including several dishes I haven't seen served in other Japanese restaurants..

Japanese beer is available, as is a very limited selection of wine.

Expect to pay between �25 and �30 per person.

Busyness

Tends to be full for dinner - definitely worth making a reservation. Some people have found it gets crowded for lunch as well, but I think this varies.

Since the tables are four-person and each have a hotplate in the middle, it's not possible to push them together; a large party here will end up as several parties of four.

The staff are friendly, but sometimes get overworked (especially in the evening) and lose the plot slightly. On the other hand, since they are attempting to be traditionally Japanese, "failing to notice" their errors will get you excellent service.

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