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Sushi Bar Makoto
Japanese Sushi CounterSashimiChirashiNigiriTakeawayBYOB
A hidden gem near Turnham Green tube — small, authentic Japanese sushi counter with inch-thick sashimi and a loyal crowd of Japanese regulars.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Turnham Green
Plate № 1020
About
Sushi Bar Makoto sits on Turnham Green Terrace in a small, no-frills space that belies the quality of what comes from the kitchen. The restaurant is a consistent hidden gem, highly praised by Hardens and a devoted clientele that includes a significant number of Japanese diners — the most reliable marker of authenticity in any London neighbourhood. Reviewers highlight the exceptional thickness of the sashimi cuts (including toro, or fatty tuna, rarely seen at this price point), the freshness of every piece of nigiri and the honest, fair pricing across the menu. Reservations are advisable, particularly on weekends.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Hardens describes it as "above par for a local Japanese café" — one of the most credible endorsements for a small restaurant of this kind.
- The sashimi is cut to a generous, almost Japan-standard thickness — including toro (fatty tuna), which rarely appears at this price in London.
- A majority-Japanese clientele provides the most convincing possible endorsement of the food's authenticity.
- Exceptional value for the quality — lunch sets in particular are outstanding, rivalling far more expensive central London restaurants.
Reservations recommended, especially on weekends. Call to book: +44 20 8987 3180.
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Frequently asked
About Sushi Bar Makoto
- Is Sushi Bar Makoto an authentic japanese sushi counter restaurant in London?
- Yes — Sushi Bar Makoto is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese sushi counter in London: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Sushi Bar Makoto located?
- Sushi Bar Makoto is located at 57 Turnham Green Terrace, London W4 1RP, London, United Kingdom in the Turnham Green neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Sushi Bar Makoto?
- Sushi Bar Makoto does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular sushi restaurants in London we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Sushi Bar Makoto?
- Sushi Bar Makoto sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese sushi counter of this format in London.
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