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Steak and sushi bar in Islington’s Chapel Market with DIY hot stone cooking.
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Summary
“What a great place to enjoy wagyu steak… which, as its name indicates, is cooked on a hot stone at the table” – Padam Raj Rai’s Islington ishiyaki is one of only a handful of UK restaurants selling certified Kobe beef, and also serves high-quality sushi and sashimi. Most reports are hymns of praise – occasional niggles relate to service that is occasionally “hit or miss”. Its former Fitzrovia sibling is now branded as Rai (see also).
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Restaurant details
Hot Stone Restaurant Diner Reviews
"It was all good but nothing exceptional. We had a special 4-course deal. I wouldn't have been happy if I had paid full price."
"Brilliant local Japanese with first class sushi, sashimi and, above all wagyu"
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £25.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £0.00 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 12.50% |
9 Chapel Market, London, N1 9EZ
Opening hours
| Monday | 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30 pm‑9 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 5:30 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 5:30 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 5:30 pm‑8 pm |
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