Harden's survey result
Summary
“Still a bit of a hidden gem, which is a real shame as this place should be packed” – this converted pub by Essex Road station is a longstanding fixture of the area. With its mix of sushi and other “enjoyable and very tasty” fare, fans say it serves “really wonderful izakaya dishes in a pretty chilled-out environment”; and that even if “it’s not as cheap as it once was, it’s still good value”.
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196 Essex Rd, London, N1 8LZ
Restaurant details
Akari Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Seems to have fallen off a bit in terms of food quality. The Karaage Chicken was rubbery, the Nigiri Sushi only just acceptable. A shame as Islington lacks a high quality sushi and this could be it"
Prices
 Drinks |
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|---|---|
| Wine per bottle | £28.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £0.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 12.50% |
196 Essex Rd, London, N1 8LZ
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Friday | 6 pm‑11 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑4 pm, 5 pm‑11 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑4 pm, 5 pm‑10:30 pm |
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