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
“A wide variety of techniques” is behind food of “scrumptious flavour” and “rare visual beauty” at this “top-class experience”: a stylish neighbourhood haunt with large, leafy pavement terrace discovered “off the beaten track” in Dalston. The cooking is usually described as ‘fusion’, which in effect means broadly Italian dishes presented Japanese kaiseki-style, with multiple small courses chosen each day by the chef, in response to the best available produce.
Summary
“Every time is a different experience thanks to the ever changing menu” at this “imaginative and wonderful” Dalston venture. “The food really is a mix of European and Japanese influences” and served in a tasting menu format (either the 10-course ‘kaiseki’ or 4-course ‘omakase’) that’s “excellent, without feeling too fussy, and great value for money”. The “dark and moody interior” creates a “pared-back but buzzy atmosphere, which makes this a perfect pick for a special dinner”.
Summary
Italian and Japanese cuisines are combined on multi-course ‘kaiseki’ (10-course) and ‘omakase’ (4-course) menus to intriguing effect at this ambitious haunt in Dalston. Its highly rated again by reporters this year, despite a couple of experiences where service went awry (“we received the same dish twice, which we did not refuse as it was enjoyable!”)
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.
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56 Dalston Lane, London, E8 3AH
Restaurant details
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £20.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £4.00 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 10.00% |
56 Dalston Lane, London, E8 3AH
Opening hours
| Monday | 6 pm‑11 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 pm‑11 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 pm‑11 pm |
| Thursday | 5 pm‑11:30 pm |
| Friday | 5 pm‑11:30 pm |
| Saturday | 1 pm‑3:30 pm, 5 pm‑11:30 pm |
| Sunday | 1:30 pm‑4 pm, 6:30 pm‑10:30 pm |
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