Historical version 1 of Akari, N1 8LZ (view current version)

  • 020 7226 9943
  • 196 Essex Rd, N1 8LZ

Lots of small dishes cooked in an open kitchen. The absence of "big bang" service means your food is brought to your table as soon as it's ready, not left to cool while all your other dishes are being prepared.

I love their Udon and Soba noodles. They're the best I've had anywhere. The duck slices are also fantastic—unbelievably tender and supremely tasty. Try the calpico soft-drink.

The place isn't cheap, exactly, but it's reasonably priced. I usually end up paying somewhere between £15 and £20 a head before drinks.

This is version 1 (as of 2007-11-23 14:07:10). View current version.