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Excellence Award
2025 Restaurants

In London, TANAKATSU offers a delightful Japanese dining experience with sushi and other authentic dishes. With a moderate price range of 11 to 15 GBP per person, it pleasantly surprises with its quality and portion sizes, often feeling like a more upscale experience. The cool, dim lighting and chill music enhance the cozy ambiance, perfect for both lunch and dinner. The small, intriguing space with polished concrete walls and cleverly hidden tills adds a touch of urban charm. Patrons can enjoy complimentary tea after their meal, and the friendly staff ensure prompt service. With a Google rating of 4.7, TANAKATSU not only promises, but delivers an impressive dining journey, where the cost feels lower than expected given the excellent location and experience. Free Wi-Fi and gift cards add to the appeal, making it both a practical and enjoyable choice in the bustling city.

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Price

$$$$ 11 - 15 GBP

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

Japanese

Services

Delivery, Takeaway, Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in, Reservations recommended

Dietary options

Vegetarian options, Healthy options, Halal options

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Serving beer, Serving wine

Reviews and Ratings

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4.7
based on 1,634 reviews
4.7/5 1,634 reviews
Justin Lim
Justin Lim
1 month ago on Google

Great katsu and excellent service. Telma had such a great energy, was really friendly and gave amazing customer service. 5/5 for her service alone.

Mei-Linh Vuong
Mei-Linh Vuong
1 month ago on Google
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Atmosphere: 5

Extremely friendly and lovely staff, food was delicious and came very quickly, cute and cosy atmosphere, definitely recommend. The katsu curries are also very filling.

Amanda Ng
Amanda Ng
1 month ago on Google
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Atmosphere: 5

Such a great neighbourhood restaurant, the katsu is definitely a 5/5 one of the best in London. Sushi rolls are very decent too. Please open one in zone 2 west London!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the address of TANAKATSU?
    TANAKATSU is located at 10 Wakley St, EC1V 7LT, London, United Kingdom.
  • How to get here by public transport?
    The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
    • Train station Farringdon (1.14 km walk)
    • Bus stop Angel Station (Stop Y) (500 m walk)
    • Bus stop Rosebery Avenue /Sadlers Wells (Stop UL) (219 m walk)
    • Bus stop Percival Street (Stop UQ) (488 m walk)
    • Bus stop City University (Stop UK) (372 m walk)
  • How is TANAKATSU rated by visitors?
    TANAKATSU has an average rating of 4.7 based on 1,634 reviews across platforms such as Google.
  • What dishes and beverages are served?
    The restaurant offers a selection of dishes such as beer, sushi, tea, wine, along with a variety of drinks.
  • What is the average price for a meal at TANAKATSU?
    The average price for a meal is 11 - 15 GBP (it is cheap - $).