Hanana Sushi — Restaurant in London

When the reviews said “the best sushi I’ve ever had”, I knew I had to try this place. Long have I searched for the authentic experience of a small eatery with sushi handmade in front of you. This 6-seater paradise will probably be the best sushi you’ve ever eaten, certainly in the UK. With sashimi salmon that glitters like gold and exciting rolls with enticing mixes you wouldn’t find at your run of the mill sushi joints, it is divine. For the quality of food this place delivers it is frankly a bargain. The freshness of fish is unrivaled and you will be reminded what sushi should actually taste like (hint: it’s nothing like what you can buy in a supermarket). The excellence of food, with its careful presentation, would be enough to revisit this place a 100 times, but coupled with the outstanding and beautiful service of the host - it is a jewel in Richmond’s crown. I just wish I lived nearer. (But let’s be real, it’s probably best I don’t - I’m not sure I’d eat much...

I’m a local and have been wanting to eat here for a while after hearing good things. The restaurant says it operates on a no-reservations policy, yet every time I’ve come by, there’s always someone “holding” seats for others. If that’s allowed, then it’s not truly a no-reservations system. On one particular visit, I even saw tables being kept for a group that arrived after us, which was really frustrating. To make matters worse, the chef’s attitude came across as quite haughty, rude and unwelcoming. It’s a shame, because while the food may be good, the experience leaves a bad taste.

**Update:

The owner also mentioned (in a now-deleted reply) that he sometimes takes people’s numbers and calls them when a table is ready. This is something that was not mentioned to me during multiple visits. That really suggests there isn’t a consistent or transparent walk-in policy, despite what we were...

I always like small sushi shops, the intimacy feeling help me consentrate on the taste of food and people along side me. We walked pass this small shop, its door was half open. No guest, only the chef was busying, he looked at the street for a moment and turn back to his work again. We walked back in, he said he saw us walking by.

Ok the food. It's just very appropriate, simple, accessible and generally good. Fitting in ghe mood of some relax time after a long walk. Sad, they don't have the license to sell alcohol, the warm yellow lights will go well with some sake.

The black papper beef is a must try. I know it sounds weird to recommand non-sushi dish but it is really good. The chef said it's...