Edamame

Jongleur

Best Japanese food in the UK 14th September 2008

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This tiny restaurant in an Oxford backstreet serves the best Japanese food I’ve ever eaten anywhere. It’s a family setup and you are likely to be seated by the owner, then served food by his son that’s fresh off the pan wielded by his wife :-) Opening hours vary on different days of the week and one night a week is sushi night so no hot food. No reservations are taken so get there early or you’ll be queuing by the door – this isn’t the place for a long leisurely meal but perfect for lunch in town.

Food is gorgeous, my favourites are the pork teriyaki and their eponymous edamame, which is much, much better than you’ll get from any of the Japanese chains like Itsu, Wasabi or Wagamama. They also serve hot saki and cold Calpis (if you know your Calpis from your Calpico then you’re a real Japanese food aficionado!).

xvallee

Excellent quirky japanse food 18th November 2007

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The best hidden gem in oxford. Edamame serve family style japanese food to the lucky few who can find it and get a table . Lovely staff. Good place to go when the fridge is empty :)

They're only open 5 to 8 so be there early.