Inko Nito - Soho
London
At a glance
Inko Nito, located in the vibrant Soho area of London, offers a dining experience that merges Japanese culinary techniques with unexpected global influences. At its core, the restaurant specializes in robatayaki, a grill-based cooking style where various dishes are prepared on an open robata grill. This method allows diners to savor the authentic smoky flavors of grilled ingredients, such as expertly prepared meats and fish.
The eatery's menu is diverse and intriguing, featuring dishes that combine elements from Korean cuisine with traditional Japanese barbecuing techniques. Among the options are unique interpretations of sushi and sashimi that stand alongside hotter dishes. The setting emphasizes a relaxed and informal atmosphere, making it an ideal venue for those seeking both flavor and a lively dining experience. With its informal and lively ambiance, Inko Nito attracts both casual diners and groups looking for somewhere with an energetic setting.
Inko Nito serves as an accommodating venue for large gatherings, able to host up to 100 guests. The restaurant provides both seated dining with sharing menus and opportunities for cocktail and canape style standing receptions. This makes it suitable for diverse events, ranging from intimate dinners to larger celebrations.
The restaurant’s design blends contemporary and casual elements, providing a backdrop that enhances the culinary journey. Guests can watch as chefs work their magic at the open grill, adding a visually engaging element to the experience.
Inko Nito is not only about food; it also offers an inviting space for events and gatherings, making it a dynamic destination for both locals and visitors. With a commitment to delivering a memorable experience, guests are encouraged to explore the subtle layers of flavor and creativity that Inko Nito has to offer.
Reviews
Brilliant to find a Japanese izakaya with open fire grill in the middle of the dining room. We enjoyed some brilliant spicy breaded chicken, baby back ribs, sweet potatoes in this incredible yogurt-chilli sauce, chicken yakitori off the charcoal grill and then some edamame and rice. Charming and attentive staff and showstopping desserts. Yum! Quite the elevated experience.
Visited Inko Nito Soho recently. The service was very good throughout the meal – staff were friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome. Unfortunately, the food was fairly average and didn’t quite live up to the expectations. Everything was presented well, but the flavours were nothing particularly special or memorable, especially considering the price point. There wasn’t anything wrong with the food, but there also wasn’t anything that stood out enough to make me want to return specifically for it. Overall, a decent experience thanks to the service, but the food itself was just average.
Every single dish was absolutely delicious. The food was full of flavour, beautifully presented, and cooked to perfection. Great atmosphere, attentive service, and a fantastic dining experience from start to finish. Highly recommend and will definitely be back!
I highly recommend Inko Nito! The staff are very friendly, especially Patricia and Tomás. Tomás is the waiter and recommended dishes based on our tastes. The food was delicious! Víctor and Tomás, both chefs, do a brilliant job. In other words, Inko Nito is well worth a visit!
This place is really nice—but the grill was a bit of a letdown. We took my son here for his 12th birthday. As a big sushi and grill fan, we thought this would be the perfect spot for him—and in many ways, it was. The SNACKS & SALADS and TEMAKI & MAKI ROLLS were epic. Easily the standout of the meal. Fresh, vibrant, and full of flavour. But everything off the grill felt… a bit flat. I was expecting those skewers to really hit, but they just lacked depth and punch. There’s so much potential there, which made it slightly disappointing. That said, overall food-wise I’d still give it a solid 4 stars. Where this place really shines is everything around the food—a full 5 stars. From the moment we walked in, it was completely guest-led. We were welcomed with genuine warmth, and the staff, servers—and even the GM—made us feel looked after. They went the extra mile and surprised my son with a birthday dessert, which was a really nice touch. Standout dishes: Yellowtail sashimi salad with mizuna & yuzu truffle dressing (so good we ordered three) Avocado, edamame & green bean salad with ponzu & shiso Crispy baby squid with roasted garlic mayo Chirashi temaki (salmon & yellowtail with avocado, shiso & chilli mayo) Salmon temaki with avocado & yuzu mayo Korean fried cauliflower maki (v) Spicy tuna tempura maki roll California maki with crab, avocado & wasabi tobiko Not so great: Beef dumplings with spicy ponzu Korean spiced lamb skewers Corn on the cob with smoked garlic butter & soy Aubergine with garlic lemon miso Final thought: Definitely worth a visit—and a great experience overall—but if they elevate the grill, this place could be next level.
