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Okan South Bank, London, England

Okan South Bank

4.5 (1149)
£25 and under
Japanese
Belvedere Road, London, England SE1 7GA

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Vegetarian-friendly


Tiny tiny OKONOMIYAKI canteen next to the London Eye. Okan means Mother in OSAKA direct. Enjoy mummy ‘s home cooking! There's no need to fly all the way to Japan. Just step through our door and you'll feel like you're in a back street in OSAKA. Great Sake and Small Izakaya tapas dishes.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Asian, Teppanyaki
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Waterloo
  • Cross street
    Belvedere road
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Waterloo Station 5 min Westminster station 5 min
  • Additional
    Chef's Table, Counter Seating

What 1,149 people are saying

Okan South Bank reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • South West London

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Okan South Bank offers an "authentic Japanese" experience with "amazing food" and a "buzzy atmosphere." Guests enjoy the "intimate" setting and "friendly" service, though some mention it can be "a bit smoky." The "gyoza and sake" receive special praise. Overall, it's a "great place" for a taste of Japan in London.
1,149 Reviews
  1. Andy

    Hampshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Small restaurant with not too many tables, so definitely book ahead. That is what makes this place special and gives it the character. Love the informal style with food being cooked in front of you. Quick service and really good food. Loved it.

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  2. Vince VIP

    Miami - Dade3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    A slice of Osaska in London for sure. Food was tasty although the gyozas came a lil burnt and the beef in our okonomiyaki was way overcooked as well. All said wasn’t bad but hoping for better off of ghee reviews. Still worth going if your looking for traditional Japanese cusine.

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  3. Vivienne

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved this place. It feels really authentic, the food was really delicious, the atmosphere great (intimate and busy but not oppressive!), and the service good overall. I'm not keen on when places bring you the bill before you ask for it (especially if there are still free tables and it's not late). It makes you feel like they want you to leave. Other than that, it was great and I'd love to go again!

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  4. Kate

    London13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, packed with flavour, attentive but understated service. Definitely coming back!

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  5. Suk Hyun

    London4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Soggy Okonomiyaki and mediocre yakisoba. Coal Drops Yard and Brixton branches are much better.

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  6. Joseph

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it would 100% recommend the gyoza and the sake was delicious

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  7. Paolo

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic!!! We come back of course Fantastic fondo Fantastic locaton Very kindly waiter

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  8. Alan

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Okan was great. Buzzy atmosphere, lovely food and decent value.

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  9. SHARON

    London6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    A very immersive experience. Can get a little hot and smokey with cooking smells as it’s an open kitchen but it’s part of the atmosphere.

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  10. Beatrice

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow! We had the best time at Okan South Bank. My sons also loved our time there. The food was amazing and the service was excellent.

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FAQs

Okan South Bank is rated 4.5 stars by 1149 OpenTable diners.

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  4. South West London
  5. Waterloo

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Google Map for Okan South Bank

Belvedere Road, London, England SE1 7GA

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Belvedere road
  • Neighborhood
    Waterloo
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Asian, Teppanyaki
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Waterloo Station 5 min Westminster station 5 min
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Chef's Table, Counter Seating
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