Shiro – from Hong Kong, to the streets of Tokyo, straight to the heart of London. London’s financial district treats city workers, visitors and foodies to convenient sushi that’s delicious and served in large amounts – the perfect combination.
Shiro makes contemporary Japanese cuisine without compromising on tradition. The restaurant’s concept is inspired by the bustling sushi joints found in Tokyo, blending authenticity with innovation to deliver a taste experience that captures the soul of Japanese dining. Covering both sushi bar and western restaurant styles, the interior offers variation for your eating preferences.
One of Shiro’s standout claims to fame is its dedication to edomae sushi, a style rooted in the “Edo” period of Japan. With edomae sushi, simplicity is paramount, as the freshest ingredients are prepared and served elegantly and minimalistically. Diners experience the true taste of each element, taking them back to the very essence of traditional sushi. It’s one of the few places in London to serve this classic, yet modern ‘Edo style’ sushi.
Another innovation at Shiro is the Crystal sushi, a fun creation of the Shiro team that wraps sushi rice in transparent beauty. Shiro’s menu blends time-honoured recipes with modern techniques, like their 50-year-old ramen recipes, which capture generations of Japanese culinary wisdom in every mouthful.
If you’re dropping in for a post-work drink, nothing better could match than the irresistible rock shrimp tempura, crisp with a spicy garlic mayonnaise that packs just enough heat to keep things interesting. A perfect partner for a crisp beer, as either an appetiser or bar snack. An absolute must try is the seafood fried rice, featuring scallop, crab, and topped with sea urchin, a warm luxurious bowl that elevates comfort food to gourmet.
For dessert, the matcha green tea tiramisu is a delightfully unique take on a classic, balancing the bitterness of matcha with the creaminess of traditional tiramisu.
With its Tokyo-inspired ambiance, heritage-rich dishes, and contemporary flair, Shiro delivers an authentic yet modern Japanese dining experience. A quick lunch, date or dinner, this (not so) hidden gem in Liverpool Street is a journey through the heart of Japanese cuisine, on your way back from work.
