Zaibatsu Japanese Fusion
Japanese restaurant · Charlton ·
Fresh sushi, sashimi, tempura, noodles, salads, and BYOB
Fresh sushi, sashimi, tempura, noodles, salads, and BYOB
"Walking past Zaibatsu, you probably wouldn’t realise it’s one of the best sushi spots in Greenwich—and south London. The space is tiny, the seats are uncomfortable, the lighting is ghastly, and the service is often curt. But the food is truly phenomenal. There’s a huge menu of Japanese dishes but the sushi and sashimi are the main draw: fresh, expertly prepared, and excellent-value. The five-kind sashimi platter, for instance, costs less than £20 and features slivers of high-quality tuna, scallop, salmon, octopus, and sea bass all served at body temperature rather than fridge-cold. The inside out rolls are another must-order, particularly the snow crab and mango, as is the sweet, sticky nasu goma (grilled aubergine) caked in sesame paste. Ideally order them to come last, in place of one of the comparatively lacklustre desserts. photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch photo credit: Aleksandra Boruch Pause Unmute" - Jonathan Hatchman
"Minutes from Maze Hill station, Zaibatsu is perhaps Greenwich’s best kept secret. Unassuming from outside, like a rundown takeaway, the tiny ‘Japanese fusion’ restaurant prides itself on some of the best (and most reasonably priced) sashimi south of the river. Elsewhere, various Japanese classics are also served, free corkage is offered and a properly nurturing meal will rarely come to more than £25 per head. Be prepared to wait for a table at dinner." - Jonathan Hatchman
"Tucked behind faded tiles and a tired frontage, this buzzy family-run Japanese fusion spot delivers far better sushi and a much cheaper bill than flashier local alternatives. The informal dining room with colourful Formica tables matches the fun, occasionally hectic but friendly service; it’s BYOB and cash only. Plates are set up for sharing — think kaitadi prawn wrapped in pastry with zingy yuzu mayo, chicken gyoza and tako yaki alongside an eclectic, exceptional sushi selection — with a chef-picked three-kind sashimi or generous sushi sets proving particularly rewarding, and simple nigiri and maki that showcase delicate, springy fish atop perfectly seasoned rice." - Shekha Vyas
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