Nobu Restaurant Portman Square

Savor Exquisite Cuisine with Impeccable Service

Nestled in the vibrant heart of London's bustling Portman Square, this Nobu outpost delivers a culinary tableau that skillfully marries elegance and bold flavors with its signature finesse. Upon entering, I was immediately enveloped in an ambience that buzzed with excitement akin to an artist's gallery opening—sleek yet warm with modern décor, elevated by those iconic parquet floors and somehow softened by artful lighting. The delightful juxtaposition of familiar Nobu luxe with urban London zest is unforgettable, making even a midweek dinner feel like an escapade.

While the oft-exalted black cod presided over the menu as expected, it was the Spicy Tuna Tacos that truly paraded their star potential—with each bite, offering a crunch followed by an umami-swoon that lingered charismatically. The cuisine was predictably executed with precision—not a sea bass crudo nor sashimi cut falling short of perfection. Service toggled between graciously attentive and endearingly personable; credit due to our servers, Robert and Lara, who stayed steps ahead of our desires. However, it's the crescendo of care during the family-high stakes of birthdays and anniversaries that leaves its sweetest aftertaste here at Nobu—where special becomes singularly memorable. Come for the iconic Miso Black Cod, stay for the immersive rendezvous infused with both Tokyo roots and contemporary London echoes. — Jasper Griddle