Itadaki Zen

Great food, cozy vibes, Itadakizen is a paradise for those who want to try Japanese food but with a vegetarian/vegan filter. Their spring rolls were amazing, tempura was crisp, mapo tofu was soft and juicy, tonkatsu ramen was yummy, and the passion fruit mochi was the perfect ending to a sumptuous meal.

Nicely decorated restaurant that’s small and cosy, limited tables so it doesn’t feel crowded. You definitely need to book ahead if dining at the weekend. Dishes were well presented and full of flavour. Highly recommend the miso aubergine and creamy Tonkotsu. Plates are small so you need to order around 5-7 for two people to share. Slightly on the pricier side, but typical for London. Dessert menu could be slightly more extensive as currently only mochi balls available (hence the 4 stars) Staff were friendly and attentive. The sour plum and yuzu drinks were good! Would recommend and return.

The spring rolls are absolutely to die for. A must have. Possibly the best pastry I've had. The gyozas were a little plain for my taste, but the dipping sauce was nice. I had the chilli creamy ramen and it nice. The broth lacked a bit of depth for me. The noodle texture was great and I loved the mixed veg on top. I would go back! I liked this all vegan place. I went for the lunch menu, I'd like to go back for the dinner menu. The staff are friendly and the atmosphere is lovely.

Had a fantastic lunch here - the lunch menu for £15 for a main and side was great value. We had the curry udon and tonkotsu ramen and both were delicious. The spring rolls on the side were the best I've had in a long time. Service was friendly and efficient, with all our food arriving within about 15 minutes. £4 for a bottle of Asahi. Nice calm atmosphere and aesthetic.

Nice vegan Japanese restaurant in Kings Cross. Food is nice but small portions (mains). I liked the flavour of the curry and aubergine but found the ramen a little salty. The mains are reasonably priced but the starters are on the pricer side. Service is good, friendly staff. Found the restaurant a bit hot/stuffy and loud but still a nice atmosphere.

Some of the best ramen I’ve ever had, inclusive of tonkatsu ramen made with real pork. I’ve been vegan for just over a year now and having lived in Seoul previously, I really missed a hot steaming bowl of tonkatsu ramen and this place well and truly delivered!! No wonder it was so packed when I went (Tues evening). Can’t wait to come back here next time I’m in London.