The Araki London

The Araki sits on New Burlington Street, a five-minute walk from both the Burlington Arcade and the Royal Academy of Arts. It holds a place on the 2024 La Liste, ranked at number 52.

The room runs smart and elegant, but the focus here is strictly on Japanese sushi and seafood. While the surrounding West End is saturated with high-volume kitchens that prioritize turnover, this space rejects that speed entirely. Choosing this counter over the busier options near Bond Street is a decision to prioritize discipline over spectacle. It is for those who prefer the quiet precision of a focused menu to the noise of the area’s more casual dining rooms.