Sapporo Ichiban Info
Amenities
Service options
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Takeaway
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Dine-in
Highlights
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Great tea selection
Accessibility
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Coffee
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Healthy options
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Late-night food
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Small plates
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Spirits
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Wine
Dining options
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Dessert
Amenities
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Toilets
Atmosphere
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Casual
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Cosy
Crowd
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Groups
Planning
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Accepts reservations
Payments
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
Children
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Good for kids
Best KPortal Reviews
This is such an underrated gem and some of the best sushi I've had in South London for a ridiculously reasonable price! Don't judge a book b its cover - the front of this restaurant does not do this place justice. The sushi is as good as any I've had at fancy central London restaurants but for SUCH a low price. The staff are amazing, the unique setting (sunken tables) makes it so much fun, and the Japanese-Chinese menu includes all my favourite dishes from both cuisines! I almost don't want more people to find out about this place but the owners really deserve it because they're doing such an amazing job. The free matcha chocolate that they make in-house and give you with the bill was the icing on the cake !
Delicious mouthwatering food and a wide selection of authentic Japanese dishes to choose from; best I’ve had in London so far. Fantastic and warm service. Very reasonable prices. Wholeheartedly recommend. <3
Lovely food, good portion, many options to choose from the menu
We have waited too long to write a review for our most favorite place in London. And no, we are not in the so called new age "food critics" category, whatever that meand. If you're expecting high end service and a katana wielding lesson, this is not the place for you. We are also not "authentic Japanese food experts", as some gleefully label themselves, we just like the restaurant, top to bottom, authentic or not. Service can be slow at times, as it can be experienced IN ANY OTHER RESTAURANT ON THE PLANET, but if you're not going there after a starvation diet or during peak times, it should be fine. Consider that it is a family business and three, four people are usually doing everything, from cooking to serving and cleaning. We often take our own empty plates back or we even clear our own table, as to give them a hand (now the restaurant aficionados are going to have a mild stroke upon hearing this) but that, for us, is part of the charm of the place. Food wise, we have never been disappointed, I mean NEVER, and the price per quality and quantity can't be beaten in London. We are two average people and we never seem to pass over the 25 pounds bill, for both of us. That's literally the cheapest dinners we ever had in London. Since we've been going there for one year and a half we've got to know the staff and they've gotten to know us and we've always been understanding of the serving times or possible mishaps.
So, my advice is to go there with an open mind and decent appetite and if you're planning to visit the restaurant at peak times, be ready to wait a bit for your food. And stop whining about everything.
Has a mixture of normal seating and the low, more traditional seating. Staff are friendly and attentive. Extensive menu. Good vegetarian options. Same with the juices. We went for mango and watermelon, both after good. Had tofu and veg gyoza to start. Bento boxes for main. All the food was and very reasonably priced. Recommended.
This is a lovely family own restaurant. We, as a family, have been eating there for the past 16 years. We are always welcomed, the food is delicious and not overly priced.
Was surprised to see a Japanese restaurant in the local area, so I for sure had to try this place. It’s not in the very best place in Catford, rather I never knew this place was around until a friend recommended it whilst looking for places to eat at in the area
The food itself was quite disappointing. The ramen didn’t offer much flavour to it, broth was quite bland and the beef was very plain in flavour. It did sort of offer the spicy kick as it was advertised, but it wasn’t as strong as I was expecting. Wasn’t really the best value for money.
The tapioca pearl drink was unbearably sweet, was super bummed by the tapioca. It wasn’t chewy, nor was it even of a ball-like form like usual tapioca pearls.
Could do with a clean as the interior was quite filthy and the display menus was filled with dust - essentially it looked like the place wasn’t well taken care of
I do like how it has seating options where you can either sit on the floor with your feet in a sunken floor, or go for a western style table and seating. Service was okay, staff were friendly, but the food took a while to arrive.
Overall, I wouldn’t recommend this place if you’re looking for good quality Japanese food, but for the location and if you’re looking for something cheaper and more local in the market, then this may suit you
Really helpful & friendly staff a good choice of Japanese food but could do with more choice of beers. The food service can be a little bit slow when it is busy.
Quick Facts About Sapporo Ichiban
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 02:00 AM - 10:00 PM |
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| Tuesday | 02:00 AM - 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 02:00 AM - 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 02:00 AM - 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 02:00 AM - 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 02:00 AM - 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 02:00 AM - 10:00 PM |
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