Koi

Much better then your usual local, however also much more expensive...Not as delicate or intriguing as the top japanesse in town but still very nice food. Had the sushi which was fresh, the cream lobster which was nice but not special and the steamed chilian bass...which would have been the star of the show had it not been a touch to soft and wet....

Little details drag it down further, wine list small and poor, the best option was the champagne but was told it was warm, so went for beer instead...and beer in cans not bottles?

For what you pay its a little bit of a stretch to recomend this place unless you live nearby and cant be bothered going far.
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james
Overall rating
Food 7 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 5
Friday, July 18, 2008

I never usually write reviews, but I just had to write one for Koi. It is awesome! The sushi is amazing - outside of Nobu - I think it is by far the best in London! The black cod and tuna entrees were also wonderful. The service was also attentive and informative. I will definitely go again and again as it is right in my neighborhood. I would highly recommend.
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Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Monday, April 28, 2008

Koi was reasonable but nothing outstanding. For a Thursday evening the crowd was fairly mediocre. I ordered the sashimi assortment and expected sashimi but I ended up being presented with a plate full of sushi! This place is great for sushi though as it was delicious, just a shame I didn't get what I wanted though!
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UrbanmYth
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Food 9 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 3 | Value for money 5
Thursday, May 10, 2007

The food was unbelievably disappointing whether it was in value for money or in its taste. The sizes of the food especially the sushi were so tiny that have absolutely underimpressed my expectation of the cost they would have had charged. The 3 pieces of black cods that were said to be famous however they were so small and did not taste any better or more special than other fish found in other Japanese restaurants.

The atmosphere was acceptable with the little pond but the eating area was small that you may feel you need more spaces. The lighting system is dark and in general apart from the dishes and cups,the restaurant could be cleaner.

There is no sign at all in reflecting the pride of being top 6 Japanese restaurant in London. Would not recommend to try.
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Food 0 | Service 0 | Atmosphere 3 | Value for money 0
Thursday, February 01, 2007

Have recently moved to the area and tried Koi for the first time last weekend. Food was fantastic and the staff were friendly. Will definitely be going back!
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Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 8
Tuesday, January 02, 2007

I have walked by the restaurant countless times and always felt like it was empty, so I never bothered to eat there. About a year ago a friend of mine recommended it, so i thought i would give it a try. Very happy that I did as I have been going there at least twice a month now. Wonderful fresh sushi, great main dishes and attentive service. Highly recommend if you love great Japanese.
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Zsofia
Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 8
Tuesday, December 19, 2006

Koi, food was terrible. Too expensive and not worth value of money. Not come back again.
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Chris
Overall rating
Food 0 | Service 4 | Atmosphere 4 | Value for money 0
Tuesday, December 12, 2006

I discovered Koi 8 months ago, and since I go once a week. It is the best japanese restaurant in town. I lived in Tokyo during 6 months, and this is the first time that I eat sushi/sashimi as good as in Japan. Not only the sushi, but the black cod is wonderful, the Dragon rolls are exceptionnals and the beaf teriyaki is tender and tasty.

It is a bit expensive, about £50 each, but it worth it.
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Michael Schor
Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Sunday, September 10, 2006

My favorite japanese restaurant in London. Fish is incredibly fresh, you will never sushi that great in the city.

A bit expensive, but it worth it.
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michael schor
Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 8
Sunday, July 30, 2006

We have experienced this restaurant after seeing an opera at the Royal Albert Hall around 10 pm. When you are inside, you take off you shoes and sit in those low tables. The decor of that restaurant and very minimalist and beautiful. They have created a peaceful and intimate room to enjoy a delicous evening. The menu is about sushis and other Japanese specialities. Usually when you eat sushi in one place, it tastes the same on some other place as long as the fish is fresh. Here, there some sushis I have never experienced before like Foie Gras sushi, soft shell crabs...the menu presents a lot of choice. We have also taken some Tuna sashimi and we have never tasted Tuna like this before. It was almost like prime beef...so tender...so unique. Don't expect to have a long evening there as service is quite quick especially when you arrive at 10 pm. Yes, the bill comes expensive but the quality of the fish is quite remarkable as well as the originality of some sushi/sashimi. For us it is the best sushi restaurant in London and believe me we have tried a lot.
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Guillaume
Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 7
Friday, December 02, 2005