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If your sushi experience in life thus far has been limited to the conveyer belt stuff and the odd trip to the likes of Nobu or Roka, dinner at Sushi Tetsu is going to change your life.
Tetsu is a tiny sushi counter in Clerkenwell that seats seven guests at a time, at two seatings every night. It’s ridiculously small, which helps explain why it’s so difficult to secure a booking here - they just don’t serve that many people. Everything’s prepared by a single chef behind the counter, and you’ll chat to him and other guests as his wife joins in on the banter and refills your sake or tea. It’s simple in setup, and it’s amazing.
As for the sushi itself, it’s the difference between flying economy and business class; VHS and high-definition TV; David Haye and Muhammad Ali. There’s a very good chance that after tossing back a perfectly marbled, luscious piece of tuna nigiri that you won’t ever want to eat tuna again unless it’s this good. To get the full experience, go for the omakase (chef’s selection) set menu. Every piece will be incredible, from a simple yellowtail sushi to an extravagant piece of king crab and - of course - that tuna.
Know that an experience of this caliber does not come cheap (the omakase is £95) but if you’re into sushi or interested in one of the most unique dining experiences in London, Sushi Tetsu is absolutely worth all the hassle and all of your money.
