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Takahashi
KaisekiOmakaseKaisekiFine DiningSouth WimbledonHidden GemSeasonalCounter
A hidden gem near South Wimbledon tube, Takahashi is chef Nobuhisa Takahashi's intimate eight-seat omakase — ex-Nobu Japanese craftsmanship at remarkable value, beloved by London's serious food lovers.
- Price
- ¥¥¥
- Area
- South Wimbledon
- Since
- 2015
- Chef
- Nobuhisa Takahashi
Plate № 110
About
In the winter of 2015, Nobuhisa Takahashi — a former Nobu chef — and his wife Yuko quietly opened Takahashi in an unassuming South Wimbledon shopfront. The eight-seat restaurant offers a single nightly sitting of maki, sashimi, tempura, and nigiri, rooted in classical Japanese kaiseki principles and Takahashi's Japanese training. Over a decade it has become one of London's most ardently praised hidden gems, consistently lauded in Harden's Top 100 for its peerless omakase at prices significantly below central London rivals. Reservations are accepted only via the restaurant's website form.
Neighborhood & visiting
Takahashi sits in South Wimbledon, one of London's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused kaiseki counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional kaiseki restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Ex-Nobu Japanese chef — classical training underpins every dish
- Eight-seat single-sitting omakase — extraordinarily intimate
- Harden's Top 100 for over a decade — outstanding value vs central London
- South Wimbledon hidden gem for London's most dedicated food lovers
Reservations accepted online only via website form. No phone or email bookings accepted.
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Frequently asked
About Takahashi
- Is Takahashi an authentic kaiseki restaurant in London?
- Yes — Takahashi is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for kaiseki in London: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused kaiseki format.
- Where is Takahashi located?
- Takahashi is located at 228 Merton Road, South Wimbledon, London SW19 1EQ, London, UK in the South Wimbledon neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Takahashi?
- Takahashi accepts reservations online. For an authentic kaiseki experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Takahashi?
- Takahashi sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for kaiseki of this format in London.
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