Taro

Tucked away in Victoria, Taro brings the spirit of a traditional Taishu Shokudo to the local dining scene. These casual neighbourhood eateries are a staple of everyday life in Japan, known for serving honest, comforting food in a relaxed setting. Founded by Mr Taro, whose first visit to London in 1979 inspired a lifelong passion for sharing Japanese cuisine and culture, the restaurant offers an authentic taste of Japan with a warm and welcoming approach.

The menu celebrates classic Japanese favourites made with care. Start with comforting miso soup, warm edamame, or a fresh seaweed salad before exploring homemade bento boxes filled with chicken teriyaki or salmon teriyaki. Popular rice bowls such as chicken teri don and salmon teri don offer satisfying simplicity, while yakisoba delivers stir-fried noodles packed with flavour. For something heartier, steaming bowls of ramen range from seafood and chicken to rich beef varieties. Sushi lovers can choose from a wide range of nigiri, from tuna and salmon to eel and sea bream, alongside hand-rolled te-maki such as spicy tuna and avocado.

Relaxed, friendly and full of character, Taro is the kind of place that suits any occasion. Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch, catching up with friends over sushi, or settling in for a comforting bowl of ramen, you'll find authentic flavours and genuine hospitality at the heart of every visit. Book a table and discover why Taro has been bringing a taste of Japan to London for decades.