Bath, International Restaurant Guide

Backed by a national group also operating till recently in London’s St James’s, this rather ambitious Japanese near the Assembly Rooms is said to be “a cut above others locally” by its advocates. There was steady all-round praise (albeit from a small fan club) for its mix of sushi and sashimi, plus many robata-grilled dishes including wagyu steaks and black cod. Puddings include Black Truffle Chocolate Torte, so it’s not necessarily one for the purists.