Inamo Soho is a pioneering Pan-Asian restaurant and bar located in the heart of London's Soho district. Established in 2008, it offers a fusion of Japanese, Chinese, Thai, and Korean cuisines, with a particular emphasis on fresh sushi and Asian tapas. The restaurant is renowned for its innovative interactive dining experience, featuring touch-sensitive tables that allow guests to order directly from the menu, set the dining mood, and even play games while waiting for their meal. Signature dishes include the Red Dragon Roll, crispy duck salad, and a variety of vegetarian and vegan options. The stylish interior and vibrant atmosphere make it a popular choice for both casual dining and special occasions.
What each source says
- Google Places 4.3 7,256
- Open Table 4.4 6,495
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What visitors single out
Liked
- Attentive and Friendly Service Many reviewers highlight the exceptional service provided by the staff, especially servers like Arnold, Sakshi, Jess, and Paulina. They are described as friendly, attentive, and accommodating, enhancing the overall dining experience.
- Delicious and High-Quality Sushi The sushi is consistently praised for its freshness, flavor, and beautiful presentation, particularly the Dragon Roll and sashimi platter. The restaurant uses top-notch ingredients, ensuring a delightful culinary experience with every bite.
- Fun Sushi Making Classes The sushi-making classes, often led by talented instructors, provide a fun and informative experience for beginners and experienced sushi lovers alike. Participants learn to create delicious sushi rolls and enjoy the interactive and hands-on nature of the class.
- Great Value Bottomless Brunch The bottomless brunch option is considered a great value for money, offering unlimited food and drinks. The drinks are promptly refilled, and the variety and quality of the food make it a worthwhile experience.
- Interactive and Fun Experience The interactive tables offer a unique and entertaining dining experience, allowing you to order food, play games, and customize the table's background. This feature makes it a memorable and engaging spot for dates or gatherings with friends.
Criticised
- Inconsistent Food Temperature Some reviewers have reported that certain dishes, particularly those meant to be served hot, arrive at the table cold. This inconsistency in food temperature can negatively impact the dining experience.
- Limited All-You-Can-Eat Selection The all-you-can-eat menu may have a more limited selection compared to the regular a la carte menu. This can be disappointing for those looking to try a wider variety of dishes.
- Noise Levels The restaurant can get quite noisy, especially when there are large groups. This can make it difficult to have conversations and enjoy a relaxed dining atmosphere.
- Pricey for the Overall Experience Some reviewers feel that the restaurant is a bit pricey for what it offers, especially considering potential issues with the interactive tables or service inconsistencies. The value for money may not always meet expectations.
- Touchscreen Unresponsiveness The interactive table's touchscreen can be laggy and unresponsive, making it difficult to navigate the menu and play games smoothly. This can lead to frustration and detract from the overall experience.
The longer read
Inamo Soho is a popular restaurant known for its interactive dining experience and tasty Pan-Asian cuisine, particularly sushi. Many reviewers highlight the novelty of ordering via interactive tables, which also offer games and customizable backgrounds. However, some mention that the touchscreens can be laggy or unresponsive. The restaurant is praised for its lively atmosphere, making it suitable for date nights or dinners with friends. A significant number of reviewers specifically commend the friendly and attentive service, with names like Arnold, Jess, Sakshi, Babita, and Paulina frequently mentioned for their exceptional service. The staff is noted for being accommodating, ensuring timely service, and providing helpful recommendations. The bottomless brunch and all-you-can-eat options are considered good value for money, with free-flowing drinks and generous portions. The sushi, especially the Dragon Roll and sashimi platter, receives high praise for freshness, flavor, and presentation. The restaurant also offers a sushi-making class, which many found enjoyable and informative, with instructors like Arnie receiving accolades for their expertise and engaging teaching style. While most reviewers are highly satisfied, a few mention inconsistencies in food quality, with some dishes being served cold or not meeting expectations given the price. A limited selection for the all-you-can-eat offer and occasional issues with slow service are also noted. Despite these minor drawbacks, Inamo Soho is generally recommended for its unique interactive experience, delicious food, and outstanding service, making it a memorable dining destination.
A synthesis of third-party reviews supplied by Mindtrip travel index. Not written by Breaks.
Getting there
- Phone
- 020 7851 7051
- Website
- inamo-restaurant.com
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Against the neighbourhood
Rated 4.3 against a median of 4.5 across the 105 places to eat we hold for The West End, where the most-reviewed is Liberty London.
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Venue records are drawn from the Mindtrip travel index, which aggregates place data and review signals from Google Places, Tripadvisor and booking providers. Ratings are reproduced per source rather than merged into a single number. Distances to nearby venues are computed here as great-circle distances between the published coordinates, not walking or driving routes. Comparison figures are medians computed across the venues we hold for the same neighbourhood or city.
Source: Mindtrip travel index, captured 2026-08-21.
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