Hope Izakaya

Verdict

4/5: Excellent, will go back

• Would seek it out: Yes
• Would go back: Yes
• Standout dish(es): N/a
• Decor: Modern Japanese with koi-shaped lightning and daruma doll lanterns
• Service: Good, chirpy
• Other thoughts: Also got a free salad appetiser and matcha chocolate dessert. Good lunch set selection from soups to poke bowls.

Dish(es) savoured

Izakaya Lunch Set

(Green tea, free refills + Veg skewer + Main course)

• Tonkotsu Cha Shu Ramen: Cha shu, ramen, Naturo maki, fish cake, soft boiled egg, spring onions, sesame seeds, seaweed and soup

Price

• Final bill: £15.99 pre-service charge

Date

• July 2025