As one of the oldest Japanese restaurants in London, we are proud to share that So Restaurant’s owner, Mr Tetsuro Hama, travelled to Japan to receive the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Rays. The award ceremony took place at Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He then travelled with the other awardees to […]
🍣 Newly installed ⭐️ Yatai food stalls represent jovial times. Whilst enjoying the display of fireworks, blooming cherry blossoms, song and dance at summer festivals, the whift of yakisoba, takoyaki, oden from yatai attract hungry souls. Yatai is fast accessible casual dining, and where Japanese fast food was born. You may be surprised to hear […]
Japanese people are known to be…. many things 😉 Find out how Japanese you are! The verdict 🎉 How many Cs do you have? Zero Cs: 3% Japanese Congratulations on your first step to starting your Japanese journey, the most exciting time of all! We have some perfect suggestions to get you in the groove. How about […]
Have you heard of the Japanese proverb ‘味噌汁は不老長寿の薬’ miso shiru wa furou chouju no kusuri’? It translates as ‘Miso soup is medicine for eternal youth and longevity’. Quite the bold statement! But it encapsulates the importance of miso soup and how it has been treasured for 1800 years in Japanese cuisine. Tokugawa Ieyasu, who is said […]
We love salmon at So Restaurant We cannot count the number of items on our menu that include salmon on one hand. On our small plates menu, there’s our smoked salmon (above) made with painstaking dedication using the best sashimi grade salmon. This luscious smoked salmon also makes an appearance as an ingredient in […]
It is impossible to imagine Japanese food, washoku 和食, without the tremendously hard working soy bean. The most essential of condiments like soy sauce and miso would not be possible without soy beans. Foods like tofu 豆腐, tofu skin yuba 湯葉, natto 納豆 (fermented soy beans), and edamame 枝豆 would not exist. Let’s explore this magnificent […]
Promoting healthy bones and skin Not only is eel a delightful treat, the list of health benefits is extensive. To begin with, it contains a good amount of calcium, magnesium, potassium, selenium, manganese, zinc and iron. For the carb-conscious, eel contains no sugar, and is low in sodium and high in phosphorus. It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids […]
Chef’s Sashimi Selection is quite the spectacle, deserving of all the Oohhs & Aahhs it receives 😊 A carefully laid out colourful array of the freshest ingredients available on the day can include tuna, salmon, sea bream, sea bass, ikura salmon roe, home cured mackerel/tuna, scallop, squid… with exquisite home made decorations and garnishes. Prepare […]
Hello Japanese food lovers! Even for seasoned Japanese food enjoyers, sake is often described as an acquired taste. But once acquired, it mesmerises continuously! 😊 If you’re feeling the tickle but are unsure of where to start, we have the perfect starter set… The perfect introduction – Kikizake Sake Tasting Set Our Kikizake Sake […]
Miso Marinated Black Cod – one of our most popular menus! The miso marinated black cod is one of our most sought after menus.Marinated in miso overnight, it’s divinely smooth, full of sweetness and umami, and is an exceptional partner with Japanese fluffy rice or sake. We serve our black cod with a little side […]
