Small cozy spot right in the center of Chinatown near all the action of nearby soho and covent gardens as well Quite a long wait outside on the street for a table but thought the service was pretty quick Overall nothing about the experience stood out as great. The chicken was good as well as the other featured items in the bento box but nothing overly appealed to me or is pushing me to go there again. read more

Tokyo Diner - Chicken Katsu bento box - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Amazing how this little diner is still open after all these years. Been coming here since 1990s and it's a piece of London for me. Love this place. read more

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Walk in on a Wednesday night after the theater, great simple Japanese food, the salmon tataki was very flavorful and the hamachi sushi was delicious !! This is a small place but the servers are very attentive. read more

a small shop on a corner of chinatown. stopped by on a friday evening 6pm and since there are no reservations, i waited about 15 mins for a table for two. we were served hot tea from the get go. both of us ordered bento boxes and they came out quickly, steaming hot. the flavor of the salmon was splendid. loved the wakame as well. wish there were a bit more vegetables tho. a filling hearty meal, but slightly pricey (£26). read more

Tokyo Diner - salmon teriyaki bento box - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

I stumbled upon this place on a Saturday night after a day of exploring the city and was craving Asian food. I got here around 6pm and was seated right away since I was a solo diner. They even had a table set up for parties of one, which I thought was cute. I ordered a Chicken Katsu Curry, which came out quite quickly. It was a huge portion that I couldn't finish by myself. The service is friendly and everyone speaks Japanese (even those not ethnically Japanese, which I thought was nice). I would definitely come here again but not as a large group or during peak hours, as there were so many parties waiting for a table by the time I left. read more

Tokyo Diner - Chicken Katsu Curry - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Service is S-rank in my book and I'll mention why later. Sushi was good too! Salmon was fresh and everything tastes good. Generous with the ginger and a bit frugal with the wasabi paste I've noticed but I suppose Brits don't use much wasabi? Either way one of the waitreesses there noticed I left my sunglasses at the table and she ran outside to bring them to me. Outstandingly kindof her. If I ever make it back to London I'll have to try the bento boxes! read more

Tokyo Diner - Sushi, sashimi and salmon combo. - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Actually decent Japanese food in China town. Quick service and they specifically spell out their tip policy. Loved it.

My boyfriend and I were craving Japanese food and found this place online! It was a little hard to find the place, but I recognized that we found the right place based on the menus that were placed infront of the windows. When you are seated, they bring out free hot green tea and rice crackers. I think that it's such a good idea! We ordered the Oyako Don and Chicken Katsu Curry. The Oyako Don was good and the portion was big. I thought that my boyfriend's order of the Chicken Katsu Curry was small, but it still satisfied him. Once we were finish eating, we walked outside and noticed a sign that said if you're feeling extra hungry, you can tell them and they would give you extra rice. I feel like this place is so generous and the service is good! read more

Tokyo Diner - Oyako Don and Chicken Katsu Curry - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

An amazing and real Japanese restaurant! I really feel like I was back in Japan The restaurant itself is really small but feel comfy and welcoming, especially on a cold day. The atmosphere and the decoration really reminded me the kind of restaurant I've been on a weelky based when I was living in Japan. The service is nice, quick and they're paying attention when you need more water or warm tea. The food itself was delicious and as good as in Japan! I ordered the chicken katsu don: it was big and fullfill and warm, exactly what I was expecting ! I totally recommend this place for people looking for real japanese food and for Japan's restaurant atmosphere. Of course it's much more expensive than the same in Japan but, the price worth the quality and these real japanese culinary experience. read more

Tokyo Diner - Chicken Katsu don - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

I was skeptical about eating Japanese food in Chinatown, but I was pleasantly surprised. They have a pretty limited menu but do cover the basics. I ordered zaru udon and chicken karaage. The zaru udon was average. The chicken karaage looked really ugly but ended up being moist and tasty. It is higher than my standard of normal pricing for Japanese food, but for the area seems average. Seating is limited but there is a downstairs section if you're not picky about being able to see out a window. read more

Tokyo Diner - Chicken karaage - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

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If you are exploring Chinatown, this place is hard to miss. Husband and I decided to share a bento as we wanted a light snack (but weren't starving). We ordered their teriyaki chicken bento and paid extra for substituting the thighs with chicken tits. The neat thing about ordering here is you can ask for a bigger portion of rice at no extra charge. We did that and even though the portions were good, everything was so bland. From the teriyaki chicken tits to the assorted marinated veggies - ehh. Really fresh sashimi though. Good presentation but probably will venture off to try another place for Japanese bento. Side note - if you bring in bubble tea from another place, you cannot consume it in the restaurant. Side note 2 - The black shaped large ceramic spoon in the center of the bento holding three green beans is not to be used as a spoon...oops. read more

Tokyo Diner - Teriyaki chicken tits with extra rice - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

My stomach needed food after spending much of my afternoon/evening at the Warner Bros. Studio with my boyfriend. Which, by the way, is awesome and you should definitely go. We were seated immediately once entering and I really liked the atmosphere; it felt like a Japanese diner and they even gave us some hot green tea and rice cracker snacks to munch on while we looked at the menu. I decided on ordering the katsu curry and it was absolutely delicious. I did notice while reading the menu that they offer bigger portions of food for free. Which, I'm sure is part of their culture but that was kind of cool to see... all you have to do is ask for an "omori" portion when you order, but make sure you eat it all! I didn't because the regular portion was already more than enough. read more

A super great spot if you're looking for some yummy (authentic I think) japanese food. I came in here with a group of 5 on a weekday night and we were able to be seated immediately! (Note, the restaurant does not take reservations). The inside is very cozy and nice. I ordered the nigiri set and it didn't disappoint, (though it probably isn't the highestttt quality of sushi but that is expected). The katsu curry portions looked huge and delicious and everyone I was with thoroughly enjoyed their meals. The service was extremely friendly and it's definitely a spot I will be returning to. read more

I had the Udon (noodles soup) and was tasty and abundant. Good price/quality ratio. The service was good. They brought complementary tea at the start which was nice. The chicken kara-age was ok, but liked the Udon more. read more

Was told to wait outside as they were "full" but was later seated at a shared table that had been half empty the entire time I was told to wait outside in the cold. -1 Star. The food was okay - emphasis on simple, and there's a very limited menu. I ordered the nigiri set and it was underwhelming, almost to the point of flavorless. -1 Star. Yes they do give a complimentary cup of rice crackers for each table but mine tasted stale. Tea was never refilled. Overall not impressed by experience at Tokyo Diner, there are many other places with better options. read more

We happened to find this place after watching Harry Potter musical and it was delicious and very good servicemy daughter loved it so much

Authentic and cosy place, perfect for a low key but mouthwatering meal. I had the pork katsu, which hit the spot for me. My friends had the salmon don, which they both enjoyed. We ordered aubergines and chicken wings as starters, and both were spot on. Service was prompt and nice. Ambience was cosy and just like the small restaurants you would find in Japan. Relatively quiet and peaceful, so not the place to be for a rowdy meal read more

I'm shocked I've never written a review for this place before, but seriously my favorite Japanese restaurant in London! It's one of my priorities to eat here at least once during my stay, and been here more than I can count even before it became so popular. Definitely happy for their success! Typically I always order the salmon don, but I've tried the salmon bento box as well and thoroughly enjoyed both. I had ordered the crispy tofu, which was so fresh and silky! Amazing!!!! The restaurant offers authentic Japanese cuisine as well as the tradition of not accepting tips, which is pretty cool. Feels like I've been transported straight to Japan! My favorite restaurant!!! Try it!! read more

Tokyo Diner - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

I was a bit skeptical as Tokyo Diner is right in the middle of Chinatown and the name sounded a bit odd as well. The ambiance is simple and clean with attentive staff. Prices are very reasonable and they do not charge service nor do they ask for tips. We tried the sashimi, kastu curry, and chicken karaage. The chicken had a great crust and was super juicy. You have the option of white or dark meat for the chicken karaage which I do not see often. The fish was fresh and nicely sliced. read more

Tokyo Diner was one of the first Japanese restaurants to open in the Chinatown area. I remember peering at the menu at the time, wondering about this new cuisine invading the homogeneous Anglo-Canto food in the rest of Chinatown. At those prices, it was definitely worth a punt and I haven't looked back since. I usually go for a bento box as I get some sushi (essential for me) as well as another dish included. It's a complete meal in itself. It's not swanky and a little cozy but a reliable cheap Japanese meal. read more

I really like Tokyo Diner. It's by far the best affordable Japanese restaurant I have visited outside Japan. I will admit that having first tasted Japanese food in Japan, I'm truly spoiled and have always found it hard to find the same level of excellence elsewhere. The vibe of this place reminds me very much of Japan though and that adds to the experience. I have been here on three occasions and would definitely return. I tried the bento box with salmon the first time and thought it was definitely worth the value. The next times I tried the sushi (simply delicious) and a good bowl of curried udon. The free tea that is served makes me incredibly happy and I'm happy that the restaurant is relatively small, even if that means you usually have to wait for a bit to get a seat. read more

Tokyo Diner - My salmon bento-box, a flashback to Japan! - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

You've likely walked past Tokyo Diner a dozen times and never thought twice about it. It's the fun looking Japanese restaurant in the middle of Chinatown, and to be fair, you've probably been walking to a Chinese restaurant when you have actually gone past it, so fair enough if you haven't been in. Stop! Go in. Eat. Enjoy. Tokyo Diner offers some truly authentic Japanese food, with great service and atmosphere. The dishes on offer are exactly like what I saw on offer while I was going through Japan, and it was great to see such traditional dishes like cold noodle dishes or the simple tofu side dish with spring onions and ginger. It's not exactly the cheapest restaurant, both in Chinatown or for Japanese food in London, but when you consider there's no tip asked for, green tea is included and the food is great tasting (plus you can order extra rice for free), there's not much you can really complain about! 4 stars overall for great service, great food, but not the best nor cheapest! read more

Tokyo Diner - Tofu katsu ju - really good and under £8! - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Decent place to get Japanese food. They offer complimentary tea and snacks. They have a wide selection of Japanese food. Service was also great. They donate all "tip" to charity ehich is a very good cause. read more

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If you are a fan of noodles, this is a prime spot. We had the Udon (tofu) and Soba (chicken), and now I'm hooked. This visit was really worth the cost: We had sashimi, beer and noodles - total cost 38£! Also the green tea is really nice and refreshing. Service was very quick and polite as well. The place looks a bit rough, but don't be dissuaded. The food is yummy. read more

Great Japanese food, nice staff and an okay environment. We waited in line for about 10-15 minutes before being seated. We ordered quite quickly, and got out food in pretty good time. The food itself was really great, I wish I'd order more. I got two side dishes (as I didn't think I was going to eat that much) and my partner got a main course. We both had miso soup which was brilliantly made, and quite a big portion. The prices were a bit high, but we were happy to pay due to the quality of the food. read more

Tokyo Diner - Back: chicken katsu don. Front: chicken teriyaki with rice - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

I would like to give this place a 4 star, but it just lacked a little something to push it into that category. I love Japanese food, and it's quite possibly my favorite cuisine out there. I can't tell why I wasn't too impressed by this place but here are my general thoughts on my dining experience here: 1. I thought the prices were just a tad higher than for what they were offering. 2. I was hoping they would have more options on the menu. I know this is probably a silly thing to say considering how extensive their menu already is, but I was really expecting an izakaya style place and this was not it at all! And if it is, it is a very limited menu for an izakaya. 3. The food was just filling enough. 4. Despite the Japanese speaking servers, I still felt this place didnt feel Japanese enough, it feels like I'm in Chinatown...probably because it is in Chinatown =P In the end, maybe my expectations were just too high before I came, or I just have my own idea of what good/inexpensive japanese dining should be like. It's a good fill your stomach on a decent variety of food, but nothing about it deserves special attention. read more

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From the exterior, Tokyo Diner looks simple and isn't eye-catching. However, the inside is beautiful, clean and as if you walked into Japan. The menu is descriptive, explaining what goes well with what and on the front of the menu is a little description explaining they don't accept tips. I felt this was helpful to avoid embarrassment or avoid any insulting behaviour. I ordered the Nigiri set which was plenty for lunch along with edamame and miso soup. The fish was very fresh and presented wonderfully. There was just something about the restaurant I really admired. It was quiet, many diners ate on their own and they were comfortable doing so. The price was extremely affordable, the restaurant very clean and the service I found helpful. read more

Tokyo Diner - Sushi yum yum - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

A consistent performer! This is a restaurant you will want to keep coming back to! The restaurant is set on the ground floor and basement and can get packed very quickly. But don't worry, you're likely to get a table from my experience. The staff are always happy to serve and the food is prepared in good time. The food is always outstanding and I don't have a bad thing to say about the place - so what are you waiting for? read more

Tokyo Diner - Amazing cuisine! - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

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Very good katsu curry, but nothing exceptional. If you enjoy having the traditional Japanese katsu curry, this is your place! I also read on the menu that you can get an extra-large portion of rice at no additional cost. I really enjoyed my food. It has been a while that I just had a katsu curry without anything fancy or the chef hyping it up. Good tasting and fresh :) It reminds me of what a katsu curry originally taste like. The place is nicely decorated to look traditionally Japanese, so very simple. They do try to maximize the space as much as possible, so I felt like I was having lunch with the people sitting at the next table. Perhaps this is part of the appeal. If I am hungry in Chinatown and unsure of where to go for a sure-thing good tasting meal, I would certainly return. However, I would not travel just to eat here. read more

Tokyo Diner - chicken katsu curry - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Beautiful Japanese food, lovely service, given the location, I thought it would be one of those "fake Japanese restaurant" - secretly own by non-Japanese Asian. However, I was pleasantly surprise that this is not the case - if it was, they hide it very well. Lol I particularly enjoy the curry, and for those who are VERY hungry, you can even ask for extra rice too! Highly recommend! read more

Tokyo Diner - Chicken katsu curry and comes with Misho soup! Amazing!!!! - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Restaurant no longer there. After searching for some time, we arrived to find no Tokyo Diner... Disappointed!

Fantastic place, tried a bit of everything. Drinks wise: the plum wine's delicious, but very strong and sweet and the Asahi beer is fantastic, but it's a bit dry, so take that into account. As for the actual food: we had a Bento box, which was larger than it seemed from the pictures, the salmon which has absolutely delicious, the rice tofu which also served as a great starter and a salmon sushi set with two nigiri which hit the spot. The waiter was terrific, very nice and prompt with fast service. I can confirm that you get free green tea with refills and snacks, and absolutely no tips. Great Japanese vibe to the place as well, feels like a corner of the country right there near Leicester Square. Absolutely delighted with the experience. We came out full and satisfied and what we paid was more than fair! read more

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We where strolling around Leicester Square really hungry but didn't want any of that fast food stuff... there in a corner we found this nifty little place just waiting for us. Place is small but nicely kept, menu has several choices to choose from and we pretty much liked everything, but mostly: Salmon Tataky, sushi plater, sashimi and the chicken karate. Everything was fresh and quickly served and for london, I don´t believe it was that expensive for what we got. read more

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I really like this place. It's cheap and cheerful. It kind of reminds me of being in Japan too. It's reasonably priced given its location, with bento boxes ranging from £12-20. While the quality is not the best of the best, it delivers. The service and food is quick and efficient too. I was also surprised by how tasty the sashimi was. There might be a wait though as this place is small. Oh and the Szechuan place next door, Baiwei is very, very good! I once did starters at Tokyo Diner and main courses at Baiwei. read more

Tokyo Diner - Salmon teriyaki bento box - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

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The Tokyo Diner is the best place to go for some good value sushi in Central London. Its just a short walk from Leicester Square tube station, and its open till late. This makes it a great place to go for a light bite to eat in case you are totally past the reasonable dinner-time due to a late movie or show. Contrary to expectation, they hold a different view to service and its value. The menu lists the inclusive prices for each item, with service charge as well. They don't accept tips either. The service is excellent - they serve green tea and rice crackers as soon as you arrive, and keep refilling your cup through the evening for free. I love the hospitable efficiency at this Japanese diner. There are some good value Sushi sets at 6 pounds and more. There is a large variety of starters and some soups as well. I would strongly recommend visiting this place if you love sushi, and if you don't, well you just might start to. read more

Tokyo Diner - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

You get a lot to choose from in this part of London so it can be very confusing. Tokyo Diner is one of those rare places in this area where you can guarantee good food and excellent service. Many places in the city will treat you like tourists and often the food is simply not that good unless you are willing to pay to venture the more expensive choice restaurants. Tokyo diner is therefore a rare find. I therefore go here for a quick lunch and order the Chicken Teriyaki Bento box which I highly recommend. This place is excellent value for money. I suggest you give it a try. read more

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Tokyo Diner is tucked behind the Vue Cinema on the corner, and looks a little odd and unconventional that's because it is - the place is a golden find! The other night, pre-Batman, saw a power cut in this street, but happily there were still tea facilities and an incredibly friendly staff on attendance, easily making up for some dishes being unavailable due to London's dodgy grid. 2 things to know before you go: 1. Tokyo Diner have a sustainable food policy, which means no tuna at present, but the rest of the menu more than compensates, including authentic japanese dishes like Zaru Soba (buckwheat noodles on a bamboo mat, you dip the noodles in the given soy-based sauce then slurp), and delicious agedashi tofu which was pretty much inhaled rather than eaten. 2. No tipping! As they don't tip in Japan, any money mistakenly left on the tables is given to a London homeless charity. This hippy-esque approach only serves to increase my newfound love of the place, I'm so happy to report the food was as good as the philosophy behind it. So, excellent pricing structures, a smile on arrival and a great location will make Tokyo Diner my next pre-cinema dinner choice. Dinner: around £9-15 per person for food and tea. read more

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Great place to have lunch if you're in Central London. Situated on the edge of China town, this place makes a refreshing change from the sometimes stogy fare on offer. The Lunchtime set menu will set you back about £8 and it really does fill you up. In the evening there is more of an a-la carte feel to the place and the prices go up a fair bit, but it's great for either pre or post theatre munchies. Well worth a visit. read more

Tokyo Diner - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Really good fast food that will not break the bank. wine £8.50 a bottle! I always feel like a pig when I come here as I always feel that I order half the menu but I end up eating it all as it is sooooo good. read more

Tokyo Diner - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL

Real Japanese home food! Feels nice and cozy and would love to come again to try other menu! read more

Tokyo Diner - Oyakodon - Japanese Near Me - London, XGL