Japanese kitchen SORA -cafe & Izakaya Tapas-
Japanese kitchen SORA -cafe & Izakaya Tapas-
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Hours
Wed
18:00 - 22:00
Thu
12:00 - 15:3018:00 - 22:00
Fri
12:00 - 15:3018:00 - 22:00
Sat
12:00 - 15:3018:00 - 22:30
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CUISINES
Japanese, Sushi, Asian
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
features
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CUISINES
Japanese, Sushi, Asian
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
FEATURES
Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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4.5
37 reviews
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LeLo001
180 contributions
Aug 2020 • couples
Sora is a delightful little restaurant and will likely capitalise on the UK's currently insatiable appetite for Japanese food.
We dined mid week; as part of a "Tapas meal" we were served a starter, Bento Box main and a small bowl of ice cream for dessert.
Service was excellent and I felt at ease asking for expert advice on what Sake I should order and what temperature it should be served, they have a lot of Sake!
Highlight for me was the Miso Salmon and I loved the Miso soup that is included as an extra.
While I've never been to Japan, this felt authentic to me. The owner evening popped out of the kitchen to thank us, she is so cute and lovely.
If you are looking for a passionate independent restaurant to try Japanese food, this is it.
Written 30 August 2020
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sherman49
Ascot256 contributions
Jul 2021 • none
Tiny place with lots of character. The starter/tapas menu was delicious, especially the pork belly and the dumplings. Katzu curry went down very well as did the seafood noodles - beautifully presented sides came with. Very friendly waiters that coped well with the covid screens in such a small space. They deserve to do well.
Written 29 July 2021
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Rosa B
Carlow3 contributions
May 2024 • family
My father took me for dinner here and as I had not had much Japanese food before I was concerned I would not be able to find something I liked that was not sushi. I was very pleasantly surprised at how extensive the menu was with so many different choices. I had the chicken with sticky rice dish and also the chicken dumplings. Both were cooked perfectly and the dumplings were not greasy at all, they were perfectly crisp! The care the wait staff took is also worth mentioning as we were made to feel very welcome and relaxed. Their customer service could not have been better! I definitely recommend this place, you will definitely find something you will like on the menu!
Written 22 May 2024
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Tree_Frog3
Prestwich29 contributions
Jan 2024 • couples
Really lovely atmosphere and amazing food!
The staff are all really friendly and everyone seemed to take real pride in the food and service. We ordered a big mixture of food to share and everything was absolutely delicious. For the quality of food I felt the pricing was fair. Need to go back again so we can try the rest of the menu!
Written 20 January 2024
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EmmaBarri
29 contributions
Feb 2022 • family
This is the second time eating at Kitchen Sora. The food is amazing. The salmon flake rice ball are the best I’ve ever tasted. The quality of the food is outstanding. Very relaxed environment and service was brilliant. I just wished I lived nearer so we could go all the time.
Written 6 February 2022
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Atsuko T
1 contribution
May 2022 • family
I'm Japanese and really enjoyed lunch here. All the food served here is the same what l used to eat in Japan. Especially l recommend a eel donburi. It was amazing. Macha pudding for desserts was also delicious. This restaurant is crowded, to reservation is recommended. I want to come here again soon.
Written 28 May 2022
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42Nina
Nottingham48 contributions
Oct 2024 • friends
A great little place serving authentic Japanese food, presented beautifully and with care. Although it is a tiny place and diners are sitting quite close to each other, this adds to the cosy and welcoming vibe. The menu is extensive although quite confusing and would benefit from some suggested combinations. It is not clear whether dishes are starters, sides, full mains or tapas size and what they are served with. Once you get over that hurdle, the food served is delicious and considered. I’ve been a few times but the big flaw for me is that the extractors in the kitchen are not powerful enough and the smell of the deep fat fryer overwhelms the smell of the food. The following morning, my hair and clothes absolutely stink of fat. This is quite off putting and if they can sort this out they would be even more successful
Written 4 October 2024
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WindowCleanerAdam
Derbyshire39 contributions
Aug 2020 • none
Came here as part of the eat out to help out scheme. nice little place, only has 5-6 tables so is small but that adds to its charm. The staff are great. and the food is delicious. and a good price (although it was a deal they put on for the scheme) will definitely be going back.
Written 6 September 2020
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Wendy H
3 contributions
Sept 2024 • friends
Had a fabulous meal. We selected lots of different dishes that we all shared, the food and service was delightful. Will definitely go back
Written 21 September 2024
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aelene2017
Nottingham15 contributions
Feb 2024 • couples
DISAPPOINTING -
Lovely friendly staff, but tables too close together (We could feel the couple next to us breathing )Mediocre food and awful toilet facilities , located just off the kitchen.
Written 10 February 2024
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Alistair C
Chuo15 contributions
Dec 2022 • family
Genuine Japanese cuisine perfect quality, taste and service in warm atmosphere perfect if you have inkling for the real thing
Written 24 December 2022
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Ann-Marie S
10 contributions
Jan 2022 • family
Our first visit. Plenty of choice. Delicious, fresh food. Excellent service. We'll definitely eat here again.
Written 19 January 2022
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Wanderer191255
Southport592 contributions
Oct 2021 • family
This is a very authentic Japanese restaurant serving lovely food . We had the bentonite boxes and the food was beautifully presented and delicious.
Written 29 October 2021
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LisaMoly
Warrington79 contributions
Jul 2021 • none
Excellent little restaurant everything was very nice and the waitress was fantastic polite and very helpful would definitely visit again if in that part of Nottingham.
Great service and great food
Written 19 July 2021
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Nadia D
London11 contributions
Jun 2021 • family
This is a little gem of the Japanese restaurant. It was the best meal out I have had in a long time. Fantastic food, excellent and friendly service. If you haven't been, go.
Written 3 July 2021
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