Chef Toru Takahashi at Takahashi, London

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About Chef Toru Takahashi

Chef Toru Takahashi is a highly skilled Japanese chef, known for his expertise in sushi, particularly nigiri, having previously honed his craft at the renowned Nobu restaurant. He has helmed his own successful Japanese restaurants in London.

Chef Timeline

Before 2013

Worked as a chef

Nobu

Gained experience at the acclaimed Japanese restaurant group, Nobu, developing expertise in high-end Japanese cuisine, particularly sushi.

2013

Chef

Sushi Tetsu

Mentioned as the chef at Sushi Tetsu in a July 2013 review by Dining Without Borders.

2016

Chef/Owner

Takahashi, London

Helmed his own restaurant, Takahashi, London, which received high praise for its nigiri in a Guardian review.

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Chef Toru Takahashi is a highly skilled Japanese chef, known for his expertise in sushi, particularly nigiri, having previously honed his craft at the renowned Nobu restaurant. He has helmed his own successful Japanese restaurants in London.

Customer Perception

Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and 'absolute luxury' of his nigiri, with one reviewer calling it 'the nicest thing I’ve ever eaten'. The dining experience at his restaurants is often described as high-end and memorable.

Cuisine Highlights

Luxury Japanese SushiExquisite NigiriTraditional Japanese

News

The Guardian published a restaurant review of 'Takahashi, London' on June 10, 2016, praising its 'nigiri of absolute luxury'.

Restaurants by chef

Nobu, Sushi Tetsu, Takahashi, London

Iconic dishes

Luxury Nigiri

Additional Details

Chef Takahashi's culinary journey includes a significant period at Nobu, a globally recognized Japanese restaurant group, which speaks to his foundation in high-end Japanese cuisine before opening his own establishments.

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