Harden's says
This tiny Japanese-Italian fusion made the headlines even before it was open - not only does it only have six seats, it will be a phone- and social-media-free zone.
Harden's survey result
Summary
“Amazing, very clever combination of tastes” infuse some “wonderful fusion dishes presented by knowledgeable staff” at this Italian-Japanese fusion haunt in Dalston. The 4-course and 10-course omakase and kaiseki menus (so chef’s choice throughout) are available lunch and dinner.
Summary
“A clever, Italian-Japanese fusion that actually works well, who knew!?” – this tiny and original six-seater in Dalston inspires nothing but love amongst early reporters. “If you’re bored of the endless tasting-menus trend in the food scene, the one here is top notch” – with five courses for £39 (or you can order individually at £9 per plate). “Bargain!” – “I went back the next day...”
Summary
“A clever, Italian-Japanese fusion that actually works well, who knew!?” – this tiny and original six-seater in Dalston inspires nothing but love amongst early reporters. “If you’re bored of the endless tasting-menus trend in the food scene, the one here is top notch” – with five courses for £39 (or you can order individually at £9 per plate). “Bargain!” – “I went back the next day...”
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Restaurant details
Angelina Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Smart combinations of Italian and Japanese cuisine, delivered in two set menus (one of 4-courses a fraction too small and the other 10-course variety, which I have not tried, appearing over-large). The food is interesting and the restaurant, more than the outside tent, welcoming."
"Having read the rave reviews we were disappointed it didn’t live up to its star billing. Morsels are indeed tasty and quite generous for the 10 courses. But my criteria for good food is what can you remember a day or two after the event? Well perhaps 2 dishes scored highly. It was not helped by the highly ineffectual service. With gaps between courses increasing on a logarithmic scale. We poured our own wine and water for most of our stay whilst a regular seated next to us was being given the 5 star treatment. It’s a very popular place and was rammed on a Monday evening. Specials were pushed a little to vigorously and all in all the whole experience left a slightly sour taste in the mouth."
Prices
 Drinks |
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|---|---|
| Wine per bottle | £27.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £2.00 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 12.50% |
56 Dalston Lane, London, E8 3AH
Opening hours
| Monday | 5 pm‑10 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 pm‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 pm‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 5 pm‑10 pm |
| Friday | 5 pm‑10 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am‑3:30 pm |
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