Okan South Bank

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   Rebekah

   London

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A really lovely atmosphere - nice and chilled. And looking into the kitchen you can see why - the team of women work together calmly, respectfully and intuitively, which obviously bleeds into the restaurant space. Food was really lovely and fantastic value
   

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   Emma

   London

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely brilliant food, really helpful staff. Loved our experience!
   

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   Alice

   London

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Loved that it was an all female staff - We were so taken care of and there was great feminist energy :)
   

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   David

   Surrey

   3 reviews

   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on November 22, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   Second time to Okan. First time with my wife. We've both been to Japan many times - and this is a genuine slice of Osaka hidden in County Hall - the most unexpected of locations, but oddly perfect. So for her it was special. For anyone who's not travelled to SE Asia then accept that the food is basic and 'streety'. But that's the point. Go for the vibe and the authenticism. The rest is what it is.
   

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   Rob

   London

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 21, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I LOVE Okan. A hidden gem, and really like stepping in to a back street in Tokyo, rather than amongst modern buildings in Waterloo. The food is great - and very authentic - and the team there are great. Special shout out to Aoi and Taka. Will definitely be back!
   

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   Louise

   London

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 20, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Delicious hot plum wine , pork dumplings, followed by beef, with soba noodles & veg with fried egg, a good filling on a freezing night You definitely need to book as it is tiny & rammed. Kind courteous staff
   

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   Royce

   London

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 19, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   This is positioned as Japanese street food, so a small crowded space is in keeping with what one should expect. I've been four times now, and I've enjoyed every dish. Last night we sat directly across from the chef, so we saw the food being prepared. It's done with care and precision. I really enjoy this place. The service was efficient, so we had no trouble making it to the IMAX in time for a film after dinner.
   

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   Sarah

   South Wales

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 18, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious and authentic okonomiyaki in the heart of London. So lucky to have found this place! Service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was cosy. Highly recommend booking to avoid disappointment.
   

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   David

   Oxford

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 18, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Although a small restaurant seating about 20 max on compact tables, the food is very good. There are several dishes that can be customised for you, and at the counter, you get to see the chef preparing it. A good selection of alc and non-alc drinks. We had special okonomiyaki and donburi dishes, with green tea and hot sake - it was cold outside.
   

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    Chris Andre

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5

    Very authentic Japanese izikaya style restaurant, great food and vibe. Service was a bit slow, but I forgive them due to the great food :)
    

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