Lisa Jardine's review of Tsunami (The Times)
Tsunami reviews
We dined here for the first time yesterday after coming across it quite by chance. Having frequented Roka and Nobu, to name a few Japanese resturants in the West End, we were really looking forward to our evening at a local equivalent...
What a let down. Although, we can only comment on service, as we never received even a morsel of food after 45 minutes and left after receiving no great apologies or reassurances from the Duty Manager about how much longer we would have to wait. Had our food ever arrived, the bill (including alcohol) would have been touching £100. I say save your money and go to Roka or Nobu, where it truly is a fantastic food experience and where such shoddy service would never happen (nor would the customer be ushered out the door to avoid a scene).
As it was so late by the time we left, we had to eat in Nando's and the food was great!
Recently went to Tsunami to celebrate my father's 60th. I have been to this restaurant many times over the years and been very happy. However, I couldn't have been more deflated after my last experience.
Where do I start? They had run out of Black Cod (one of my main reasons to go), run out of the wine we wanted, then another main course was gone. When the sirloin steak main course arrived (which I didn't really want but had no choice) and it was chewier than an old boot I started to get a bit upset, as this was supposed to be a special meal. I told the waiter that the steak was too tough and in a spectacularly patronising tone told me "That's the cut of the meat, sir " and then walked off before I could tell him where to stick his steak.
All the staff seemed a bit stressy. It was a busy Saturday night but that does not allow for all the disappointments. I think this restaurant is losing it's grip on the quality of service and the pride of presentation it once had. Which is a shame.
I've heard that Tsunami is owned by one of the former Nobu chefs and boy does it show. I've been 3 times now and wouldn't consider eating sushi anywhere else. This is a hidden gem.
by estelle, 31 Oct 2006Excellent sushi, friendly and helpful service. Looking forward to going again!
by Anonymous, 30 Jun 2006Really enjoyed my first visit to Tsunami on the weekend, fantastic food and well-priced too.
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