
Best Dishes at HIMI
Chicken Karaage
Small PlatesMarinated chicken pieces are double-dipped and fried until the exterior achieves a shatteringly crisp texture while the meat stays juicy. Reviewers describe it as 'just on another level of wow' — multiple sources highlight it as one of the restaurant's standout dishes.
Scallop Isobe Age
Small PlatesA meaty, melting scallop is wrapped in nori (seaweed) and encased in a thin, delicate tempura batter before being fried to golden perfection. Multiple reviewers call it 'absolutely worth getting' — the contrast between the crispy exterior and tender, sweet scallop inside is what defines the dish.
Red Shrimp from the Robata Grill
Small PlatesTender, juicy red shrimp are grilled over charcoal, which imparts a subtle smoky flavour without overpowering the natural sweetness of the crustacean. The shrimp is split down the back for easy eating. Reviewers consistently praise the charcoal flavour.
Inaniwa Udon with Duck Dashi
NoodlesA beautiful simplicity of technique. The broth is heavy in umami from duck while remaining delicate, not oily. The menu features two types of noodles — thin inaniwa udon and a single thick, long noodle (tagliatelle-like) — which work together to create textural interest. It's the kind of dish that showcases restraint and quality.
Yorkshire Wagyu with Jerusalem Artichoke
Small PlatesA British-Japanese collaboration. High-quality Yorkshire wagyu is grilled briefly over charcoal, served with earthy roasted Jerusalem artichoke. The contrast between the rich beef and the creamy vegetable exemplifies the kitchen's ingredient-forward approach.
About HIMI
HIMI opened in early 2025 on Carnaby Street, created by the husband-and-wife team behind Roji. It's a neo-izakaya that blends traditional Japanese izakaya culture with contemporary technique. The open-kitchen features a charcoal robata grill, sushi bar, and counter seating. The team sources exceptionally high-quality Japanese ingredients alongside British produce.
Top 5 dishes at HIMI:
- Chicken Karaage – 90% recommended(Signature)
- Scallop Isobe Age – 92% recommended(Signature)
- Red Shrimp from the Robata Grill – 88% recommended(Signature)
- Inaniwa Udon with Duck Dashi
- Yorkshire Wagyu with Jerusalem Artichoke
Details
- Cuisine:
- Japanese
- Price Range:
- £££
- Phone:
- +44 20 3089 8223
- Website:
- Visit Website
- Services:
- Dine-in, Reservations
- Menu:
- View Menu
Hours
- Friday:
- 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM(Open Now)
- Sunday:
- 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Monday:
- 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
- Tuesday:
- 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Wednesday:
- 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Thursday:
- 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Saturday:
- 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Book a counter seat to watch the action — the open kitchen and charcoal grill are part of the experience. If the counter is full, the dining room is small and intimate.
Lunch sets (Wednesday-Saturday, 12:00-14:30) offer great value on the same quality fish as dinner. Come mid-week at lunch for a quieter, more relaxed experience.
The five-piece nigiri omakase is great value and showcases fish quality that's described as some of the best in London. Ask the chef what came in fresh that morning.
The charcoal-grilled items (from the robata) are just as important as the sushi — don't skip the shrimp, scallops, and yakitori. The team sources meticulously for all stations.
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