Harden's survey result
Summary
These clubby Nikkei haunts from former Nobu exec Kurt Zdesar in Soho and Marylebone have spawned an international group with outlets in North America and the Middle East – with Manchester scheduled to follow this year. The food can be “excellent”, and the joints are “buzzing” (so don’t go if you want a quiet evening, or the “thumping and repetitive club music spoils the dining experience”).
Summary
Loud and lively late-night Nikkei (Peruvian-Japanese fusion) haunt that’s “a great spot for watching Soho” – and the food is “awesome” too. “You have to book in advance because it’s usually very full”. For a more wallet-friendly option earlier in the day, order a bento box with “a little bit of everything – highly recommended”. In September 2021 the brand announced a second branch in Marylebone Village, to open in January 2022.
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Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £30.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.50 |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 10.00% |
Restaurant details
Chotto Matte Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Wonderful food, such interesting flavours, a warm greeting on arrival and excellent service. Elegant and smart interiors, beautifully low lit and comfortable. I really enjoyed the food - loved the fusion flavours. But I think I am the wrong demographic for Chotto Matte as it was more like eating in a dance club. The music was far too loud for me, but I recognise I’m in a minority where most people, these days it seems, consider this to be atmospheric (I prefer restaurants where they play no music or it's very quiet). Also difficult to get away with much less that £130 per head, and we had only 1 bottle of wine between us, therefore I feel its was over priced. "
"We enjoyed the Peruvian/Japanese food. We had 3 x pre theatre menus at £40 each. Two 175ml glasses of white wine at £23.10. Total cost including 15% service charge was £177. Not cheap but the food was good. The highlight for the girls was the ladies loo and they came back with loads of photos."
"Lived up to expectations and hugely enjoyed the experience. The food was exceptionally good. Access to the hip loos was a challenge until I found the right button to press! Nearly too late!!"
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Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑1:30 am |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑1:30 am |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑1:30 am |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑1:30 am |
| Friday | 12 pm‑1:30 am |
| Saturday | 11 am‑1:30 am |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑12 am |
