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Europe

United Kingdom

Nestled in the heart of London at 39 Paddington Street, OHISAMA SUSHI offers an authentic Japanese dining experience that transports you straight to Tokyo. This sushi restaurant is renowned for its fresh, high-quality seafood and meticulously crafted dishes that appeal to both sushi aficionados and newcomers alike. The vibrant atmosphere combined with a focus on traditional techniques makes it a must-visit destination for lovers of Japanese cuisine.

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Worst food Ever! Hands down! 
Ordered to go and got to home see this inside a bowl of oil! And I asked for No AVOCADOS and they purposely put them inside!  
The tuna was Grey and smells off! And strangely put in a mini cup on top of hot crispy so it was cooked on the bottom. Ya wtf?!

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We went here based on the good Yelp reviews and we were not disappointed. Only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is it was a little pricier than it should have been.

The server was definitely 5 stars. We go to sushi quite often but there's always things we don't know, and she explained questions we had about the menu in a very non-condescending way which I really appreciated!  She was fast and very friendly.

We ordered a medium fatty tuna nigiri, avocado roll, california roll, and a tuna roll. Everything was very good. In particular, the tuna roll was much better than we are used to. We usually get a pile of mushy tuna in our roll, but you knew exactly what you were eating in this roll.

This place definitely hits the spot for a sushi craving! There is more seating downstairs, so don't turn away based on the small upstairs. Also, the restroom is modern and very clean - always a perk!

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Went for the first time last night and I was really impressed! I've eaten my fair share of sushi in London and, in general, I've been disappointed. Ohisama? Definitely did not disappoint.

It's not the closest place to us but we happened to be in the area and wanted to give it a whirl. We loved the sushi bar seating; though, if that isn't your thing they have a dining area downstairs as well. The space isn't humongous (sushi bar - 8-10 seats and downstairs seating for about 20) but it does seem that they have a lot of takeaway orders (10% off the eat in prices) as there were a constant stream of phone calls and people coming in to place orders to go.

We started with the seaweed salad (£5.00) which came with a fantastic miso and vinegary dressing as well as 4 different types of seaweed. A really light and refreshing way to start our meal!

We opted to then have the spicy seafood soup (£5.00) as we both LOVE spicy and since it was a cool London night something warm would hit the spot. While the portion was small there was a good amount of white fish - flaky and well cooked - along with various mushrooms, tofu and seaweed. It wasn't necessarily spicy (it seemed to be just an addition of some shichimi) but had a nice seafood and miso soup base that we both enjoyed.

After our starters, I ordered the super deluxe chirashi (£26.00) which was FULL of fresh seafood. It's definitely a bit more of a pricey place but I'm willing to pay more for higher quality. I've been to places in London that are cheaper but the fish quality just isn't that great. Every piece included in the chirashi was incredibly fresh and well cut. Also, the rice underneath was well cooked and slightly vinegary with a smattering of pickles and tamago throughout the rice. I was in heaven. 

Adam ordered one of the sushi specials, Jo (£24.50), which came with various pieces of sushi along with some salmon and tuna maki. He agreed that the fish was fresh and the sushi well made.

When we have a craving for sushi, this will definitely be one of the top places in London we think of.

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Oh my GOD, this place is amazing.
Must try super deluxe chirashi here, it contains so many incredible fishes and they are all fresh and tasty.i tried so many places in London to find the best sushi place now I come to the right place. Rice, wasabi , fish, service and atmosphere,  I had to say everything here is perfectly right.

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It was decent, small place, and the service was a little slow considering there were 4 people behind the sushi bar and 6 people sitting at the sushi bar.  Coming from California where sushi bars are amazing and plentiful...it was ok.  Nothing to write home about, not a lot of variety nor were they very willing to do custom rolls.  It was almost like my custom roll had to meet their approval before they would be willing to try it....not willing to go outside the box.  That's ok, I will go back to California where I can have sushi my way, and it isn't a special order!

We had mochi for dessert and it was just ok too!

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Really good authentic sushi. I got the avocado ura maki,  nato hoso maki, vegetable tempura roll and the nasu dengaku gunkan. They were all great, I definitely recommend getting the vegetable tempura roll and nasu dengaku gunkan.
   
Wasn't too impressed with the Nasu Dengaku appetiser as it swimming in a very watery sauce and lacked flavour. 

Overall it's was very good, will definitely be coming back here again

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Delicious fresh fish, but disappointing service. Waitresses were young giggly kids who were chatting among themselves while standing beside you when you're trying to eat. 

We sat at the bar and the sushi chef right in front of us was chopping loads of onions which made our eyes hurt. 

The chirashi was delicious though.

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I went in for a good sushi meal on my own and ordered some Yakitori, the mushroom soup and a chef's mix. When the waitresss accidently gave my Yakitori to my neighbours, I didn't notice and just got the soup as a starter. They noticed and gave the yakitori at the end of the meal and refused to have me pay for it although I insisted.

By the way, did I mention the sushi was superb?

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I'm disappointed in myself that I waited so long before I reviewed Ohisama. 

I'm going to leave experience aside this time: The vocal and irritable couple next to use really didn't help the situation, neither did communication breakdown with the waitress. But these are things I'm happy to overlook for the sake of food.

Let's deal with the food: We ordered the Omakase A which was 8 pieces of sashimi, 7 pieces of nigiri (or gunkan) and 6 rolls and also a mini chirashi. As you may know from previous review, the biggest pet peeve I have when it comes to sushi is bad rice. Not to worry, the rice here is perfectly cooked and seasoned. This automatically makes everything better. The omakase and chirashi was handed over to me from the other side of the sushi counter. The rice was sticky, but singularly defined, it had just enough seasoning to bring out the taste of the rice and not the vinegar, sugar or salt.

I wasn't told what I was eating when the omakase was handed to me, but each piece looked absolutely exquisite. The white fish sashimi was unlike any other that I tasted, where most were spongy and "fishy" (the bad kind), this was still fishy but had a distinct, almost buttery flavour to it. I moved along the nigiri steadily, and all where incredible, the fish and the workmanship is second to none here. What really stole the show was the seared fatty tuna / otoro. It was so good, I had to order it again despite it's off-putting appearance..

This place is what I've been looking for - beautiful, delicious and fresh sushi at a reasonable price. It's a shame my greedy self wouldn't let me stop. I will be back shortly. Please don't book when I'm trying to. Finders keepers.

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Normally, I'm not the kind of person who leaves a review, because, I mean-- who has time for that kind of stuff, right? Well clearly I have enough time for that because I've been waiting for 45 mins for only TWO tiny rolls... And they ARE TINY.

OHISAMA SUSHI in Londonderry: Top-Rated Japanese Sushi Experience

Visit Ohisama Sushi at 39 Paddington Street, London for an authentic Japanese dining experience that highlights the freshest sushi and traditional flavors.

Explore the diverse menu at Ohisama Sushi, featuring exquisite starters, satisfying mains, delightful desserts, and curated drinks that perfectly complement your meal.

Begin your meal with fresh seaweed salad or spicy seafood soup, both perfect choices to awaken your palate with authentic Japanese flavors.

Savor expertly crafted sushi rolls such as tuna, avocado, and California rolls, along with signature chirashi bowls packed with fresh seafood, offering a true taste of Japan.

Conclude your meal with traditional Japanese desserts like mochi or sweet red bean ice cream, a perfect way to end your culinary journey.

Pair your meal with a selection of Japanese sake, green teas, or signature cocktails, and explore exclusive specials crafted by talented chefs for a memorable dining experience.

Savor authentic Japanese flavors at OHISAMA SUSHI in London's vibrant Paddington. Experience fresh, expertly crafted sushi—your delicious escape awaits!

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