KUMO Japanese Restaurant — Restaurant in Fareham

Utter disappointment after having this place recommended. Finally a Japanese restaurant announced itself in Fareham but it has nothing to do with Japanese food..

Pros: -Design and atmosphere Nice looking place, playing nice calm music, the furniture is new and the place has a nice Asian decor -The staff is not unnice That's about it..

Cons: -Food Total disappointment, bland in taste and overpriced for what you get. We got chicken skewers, tempura shrimp and the B 22 piece sushi set. It took forever to get the food even though there was almost no one at the restaurant. The yakitori had barely any meat on them, somehow managed to hold to the skewer and barely had any taste. The meat had barely any flavour which was assisted by the sauce. Tempura looked and tasted like it came frozen from a supermarket.. The 22set consisted of california rolls and volcano rolls, 6 nigiri and cucumbers maki. Having a lot of sushi this was the final nail to the coffin for the whole dinner. The idea of volcano rolls is to either shape it like a volcano or have something look like it's coming from the roll. Here it was a plain roll with fried salmon on top. Nigiri had no wasabi but at least wasn't all rice. The whole thing was bland and there was a tiny bit of wasabi and ginger to the side of it. -Service Non existent, staff was kind of nice but did not care whatsoever. When we asked about an item on the menu the staff was not sure about what it was. We got the first two sides within okay time but it took forever just to get the 22 pieces. No one checked on us or the food throughout the whole time we were there and in the middle of our stay our waitress finished her shift and making us wait forever to be noticed by someone else. The waitresses were just standing by the bar and chatting and when finally someone came they spoke to us while chewing gum.. You pay 10% service charge on top of your purchase which is a joke for the kind of service they offer.

I would not take my Asian friends there or recommend it to anyone after spending £60 pounds to get a pizza on...

If you’re looking for an unforgettable dining experience in Fareham, KUMO Japanese Restaurant is a must-visit. This place is truly a hidden gem, bringing a slice of authentic Japanese cuisine right to our town. I’ve traveled extensively throughout Asia, and I can genuinely say that KUMO’s dishes are on par with some of the best I’ve had abroad. From the sushi to the starters and ramen, every dish bursts with fresh, vibrant flavors and is presented with beautiful attention to detail.

The sushi at KUMO is something special. Generous (really Generous) portions of high-quality fish are expertly crafted into each piece, balancing texture and taste perfectly. You won’t find any skimping here - just beautifully prepared sushi that’s rich in flavour and truly satisfying. The starters offer an exciting range of flavors to whet your appetite, and the ramen is a warm, comforting bowl (again very generous portion, not like the tiny ones at Wagamama recently) of goodness that’s perfect for colder days.

Aside from the outstanding food, the atmosphere at KUMO adds to the experience. The decor is tasteful and welcoming, with a cozy, intimate vibe that makes you feel instantly at home. The staff are incredibly friendly, attentive, and polite, going above and beyond to make sure every guest feels looked after. It’s clear that the owners are passionate about quality service, and it reflects in every interaction. You can tell they take pride in delivering an exceptional experience.

For anyone in or near Fareham, KUMO is worth every mile of the journey. We’re lucky to have such an authentic Japanese restaurant in town, and it deserves every bit of local support. This is the place to indulge, unwind, and experience a taste of Japan without ever leaving Fareham. Whether you’re a sushi lover or just looking to try something new, KUMO...

Being a lover of Japanese cuisine, and finding out a Japanese restaurant was opening in Fareham, I just had to make a visit upon it opening!

Having visited today I was so impressed! The atmosphere and decor was amazing! The staff were friendly, the service was quick and the food was very tasty! We went for some starter items and then went for a sharing platter for our main, the presentation was great and as I said previously, the food was very delicious!

The bit I disagree with was the 10% service charge, a lot of restaurants do this nowadays and I very much disagree with this practice. It’s one way to put customers off from making future visits. Also for people wishing or planing to visit please take into consideration that drinks/alcoholic drinks are what I would consider quite expensive! Having visited within the initial opening period, being a new restaurant and being impressed with my experience I decided not to challenge the 10% service charge on this occasion but I will challenge it on future visits. However, from what I’m aware of, you can request the service charge to be removed and then contribute your own tip.

Saying all that, overall I’m happy with my experience, hence the five stars and I’m so happy something like this has opened...