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Ukai

4.4
4.4
642 Reviews
£41 and over
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
Ukai is known for it's exquisite modern Japanese cuisine featuring some signature dishes such as Hamachi Tiradito, Miso Black Cod, Pork Belly Bao Buns, and various vegetarian options. Alongside our handcrafted Signature Cocktails, we boast an extensive collection of Japanese whiskies.
The view of Portobello Road from the bar counter compliments the experience - Live music and DJ set every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Asian, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:45 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    07710 583161
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Verros Alessandro
  • Area
    Notting Hill
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    4 minute walk from Ladbroke Grove Station , 15 minutes walk from Notting Hill gate station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 642 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • West London

    Great for creative cocktails

  • West London

    Hot spot

  • West London

    Neighbourhood gem

  • West London

    Romantic

  • West London

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ukai offers a "fantastic food" experience with a vibrant atmosphere, making it a "really good date spot" in London. Known for its fresh sushi and sashimi, standout dishes include the sushi lovers platter and Wagyu ribeye. While service can be inconsistent during busy times, the overall "wonderful experience" with great music and ambiance leaves diners eager to return.

642 Reviews
  1. Solomon

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I am writing to express my disappointment with the service my guest and I received during our visit to Ukai on 16/10/24. From the moment I engaged the waiter, his demeanour was abrupt, unpleasant, and he conducted himself with an authoritative manner that made both my guest and I uncomfortable. This was particularly unfortunate as it was her first experience at Ukai, a place I have always recommended highly to others. Over the years, I have introduced many people to your establishment, always expecting and receiving a high standard of service. However, this recent visit fell far short of what I know Ukai to represent. Looking back, I realize that I could have handled the situation differently in the moment, but I did not expect such a disappointing encounter from an establishment that prides itself on excellence. I trust that this is an isolated incident, but I wanted to bring it to your attention as this is not the standard of service I associate with Ukai. I would appreciate any feedback on how this can be addressed moving forward, and I hope for a more positive experience on future visits.

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  2. Anne

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had no prior expectations of this restaurant but we all really enjoyed the meal. The restaurant was quiet - it was a very wet Tuesday lunchtime. The service was really excellent, the food arrived promptly and the portion size was perfect. Highly recommended, thank you!

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  3. David

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed my experience at Ukai the food was very very good and presented exceptionally the staff were polite and attentive and the atmosphere there was relaxed, comfortable and I’d like to go back there again

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  4. Taimour

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food, service, and atmosphere. Loved it. Will visit again.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great experience all around! The food, music and service were amazing. I'll definitely be back!

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  6. Alyce

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Grilled seabass was nicely done, we had the ukai deluxe platter, the sashimi was very fresh. Great service. Sunday afternoon we enjoyed the live music 😍

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  7. Cathy

    London

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 29 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I love ukai, it is always my go to for sushi. But last night was a bit different, dont know if it is a new chef or new ingredients but it was different

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Really lovely food, great price point, too. Lots of choice of drinks and food. The gentleman waiter we had was attentive although the host didn’t offer an overly warm and friendly welcome. Saturday afternoon they have a very loud jazz band which I was not expecting and would likely not have booked had I known. The setting is really lovely though, would have been perfect if the music was even slightly quieter ( could hear them well enough without speakers on full)

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  9. Diego

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Randomly selected among the options available, we were mostly looking for a sushi restaurant. Indeed it has been a very good experience: Saturday night, quite crowded but great atmosphere with DJ set. Food was good and service very careful and quick. We reserved a table in the restaurant but at our arrival that was not yet ready. We stayed at the bar but it was good and we enjoyed the good music. Prices are in line with London downtown average

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  10. Doug

    Philadelphia

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on 17 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food. Enough selection for a varied group. Service was good. Drinks Excellent!

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FAQs

Ukai offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 07710 583161.

Ukai is rated 4.4 stars by 642 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today

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Google Map for Ukai

240 Portobello Road, London, W11 1LL

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Notting Hill
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:45 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Asian, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    4 minute walk from Ladbroke Grove Station , 15 minutes walk from Notting Hill gate station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Verros Alessandro
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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