Miyako

Miyako brings an intimate, contemporary slice of Japan to the bustling heart of East London. This sleek spot leans into the elegance of restraint: clean lines, calm lighting and a focus on the craft of sushi, sashimi, teriyaki and sake. It is the sort of place where precision and warmth sit side by side, welcoming sushi connoisseurs, health‑minded diners and those after a swift, satisfying bite.

The menu favours balance and clarity. Open with edamame dusted in sea salt or teased with spicy garlic, a bowl of tofu miso soup or the gentle comfort of agadashi tofu. From there, the sushi counter takes centre stage: salmon and sea bass nigiri, a salmon tartare with bright, fresh notes, and a salmon and avocado uramaki that wraps richness and crunch in perfect proportion. For purists, a nine‑slice sashimi selection lets pristine fish do the talking.

Heartier cravings find a home in donburi such as tofu teriyaki or ten don, while bento boxes featuring chicken teriyaki or salmon teriyaki offer a neatly curated spread. It is all delivered with the quiet confidence of a kitchen that understands restraint, umami and texture, best enjoyed with a cool sip of sake.

Settle into a cosy corner and let Miyako bring the flavours of Japan to your table. Make a date, take a seat and roll with it.