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02/09/2026
ep 1: sticky yakitori skewers🍗 full recipe below
ingredients [makes 8 skewers]:
🍗 500g boneless chicken thigh
🌱 1 bunch spring onions
🍢 bamboo skewers
🧂salt & pepper
🥄 1/2 cup itsu teriyaki sauce
🥄 2 tbsp soy sauce
🥄 2 tsp sesame oil
🧄1 clove grated garlic
🫚 1/2 thumb grated ginger
method:
slice the chicken thigh and green onion into 2 inch pieces. with a bamboo skewer, pierce 3-4 pieces of chicken per stick, alternating with the green onion. repeat 8 times and season with salt & pepper.
mix the seasonings with grated garlic and ginger to make the glaze. grill on cast iron on medium-high heat for 7 minutes per side, then thoroughly brush on the sauce. alternatively, air fry for 15 minutes on 180c, then glaze and finish for another 5 minutes.
30/08/2026
no outdoor grill, no problem🍗🔥 introducing ‘Izakaya at home’, we’re making:
👉 garlic miso beef skewers
👉 chicken yakitori
👉 teriyaki veggie skewers
👉 spicy shish*to peppers
30/08/2026
4 Japanese-inspired picky bits without the hassle of an outdoor grill🍗🔥
👉 garlic miso beef skewers
👉 chicken yakitori
👉 teriyaki veggie skewers
👉 spicy shish*to peppers
16/08/2026
tag a tofu non-believer💥🧈full recipe in the caption
inspired by
ingredients [serves 2]:
🧈 1 block firm tofu
🌾 1/3 cup cornstarch
🥄 1 sachet miso easy
🥄 3 tbsp itsu teriyaki cooking sauce
🥄 1 tbsp honey
🥄 2 tbsp mirin [optional]
🥄 1 tbsp water
🥄 2 tsp sesame oil
🫚 thumb of grater ginger
🧄 2 cloves grated garlic
🌱1 minced spring onion
🍚 serve over rice
method:
half the tofu block into steaks and lightly score the surface. place the steaks between a few sheets of kitchen paper and carefully squeeze out as much liquid as possible. rub in a tsp of sesame oil and lightly toss in some cornstarch.
pan fry in oil on med-high heat for 7 minutes per side. combine all the sauce ingredients in a separate bowl. reduce the heat to medium low then pour over the tofu steaks, letting it thicken into a glaze. dilute the sauce with water if it gets too sticky.
top with spring onion and sesame seeds, and serve over rice.
13/08/2026
creamy udon gyoza recipe to celebrate ‘gyoza for grades’🎉🥟 show us your A-level & GCSE results for FREE gyoza at all itsu restaurants!
T&Cs:
- A-Level promotion running for one day only in England (13/08/26)
- GCSE promotion running for one day only in England (20/08/26)
- Results must be dated 2026.
- Offer limited to one gyoza tray per person.
- Gyoza cannot be swapped for any other dish.
giveaway
12/08/2026
calling all UK students!🥟🇬🇧celebrate your a-level results tomorrow with FREE gyoza at itsu 🥳 to redeem just show us your results slip!
T&Cs:
- A-Level promotion running for one day only in England (13/08/26)
- GCSE promotion running for one day only in England (20/08/26)
- Results must be dated 2026.
- Offer limited to one gyoza tray per person.
- Gyoza cannot be swapped for any other dish.
06/08/2026
brothy veg-stuffed cabbage rolls🌈🥬 inspired by 💛 full recipe below
ingredients:
🥣 1 carton itsu brilliant broth
🥬1 large cabbage
🥕1 carrot
🫑2 peppers
🌱 bunch of spring onion
🍄🟫 2 packs enoki mushrooms [optional]
🥓 1 pack of streaky bacon [optional]
method:
peel the cabbage into 12-15 large leaves and blanch in boiling salted water for 10 seconds, then immediately dunk into an ice bath.
julienne all the veg into matchstick size. lay a strip of bacon onto each cabbage leaf with an equal pinch of veg, then roll.
place each cabbage roll into a large pot and cover with a carton of brilliant broth. simmer on medium heat for 12 minutes and enjoy.
30/07/2026
easy cucumber ribbon salad🥒🌶️inspired by
27/07/2026
15 min mushroom & salmon miso soup🍄🟫🥣 full recipe below
ingredients:
🥄 2 sachets of itsu miso’easy
💧300ml of water
🍣 100g filet of salmon
🥬 1 large pak choy
🍄🟫 assorted mushrooms [we used chestnut and enoki]
🌱1 stalk green onion for garnish
🥄 tsp sesame oil
layer the veg in a small saucepan and gently place the salmon on top to steam. cover the salmon in 1 packet of miso, and drizzle the second packet over the veg.
pour in the water and let it simmer for 10 minutes on medium-low heat with the lid on. gently flake the salmon with a fork, and garnish with green onion and sesame oil.
23/07/2026
episode 3: one pot beef udon🍲🍜
ingredients [serves 2]:
🥬 leafy veg [handful of chopped cabbage or pak choy]
🍄🟫 assorted mushrooms [optional]
🧅 sliced leek or white onion
🥩 200g thinly sliced meat [optional]
🍜 2x itsu udon noodles
🥣 1 carton of itsu brilliant’broth [classic ramen flavour]
method:
wash and slice veg of choice. assemble veg in a large pot with sturdier veg and noodles underneath.
pour over a carton of brilliant’broth and simmer on medium for 10-15 minutes.
adjust broth to taste with soy sauce and a small dash of sesame oil.
Address
65 Southwark Street The Harlequin Building
London
SE1 0HR
To reach the restaurant at Southwark Street, known as The Harlequin, public transportation options include taking the Jubilee or Bakerloo line and getting off at Waterloo Station. From there, it's a short walk east towards Blackfriars Road. Alternatively, taking a bus to Southwark Bridge Road is also an option.
For those driving to the restaurant, parking can be found at the nearby Union Car Parks or National Car Parks located within a few blocks of The Harlequin on Southwark Street or Great Suffolk Street.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
9am - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
9am - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
9am - 9pm |
| Thursday |
9am - 9pm |
| Friday |
9am - 9pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 5pm |
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What people say
Sushi restaurants are known for their fresh and delicious Asian-inspired cuisine, and itsu on Southwark Street The Harlequin in London is no exception. With 70 beautifully designed shops, itsu offers a wide variety of healthy and flavorful dishes that are freshly made every day. Whether you're looking for sushi rolls, noodles, or other health food options, itsu has something for everyone.
One of the things that sets itsu apart is their commitment to using high-quality ingredients and creating dishes that are both delicious and nutritious. They also offer a range of vegan and vegetarian options, making it easy for anyone to find something they love.
In addition to their regular menu items, itsu occasionally offers special promotions like their Christmas yule log with gooey miso caramel and crunchy miso sesame brittle or their miso, pecan, and maple roasted parsnips. These unique offerings showcase the creativity and innovation that goes into every dish at itsu.
Overall, if you're looking for a sushi restaurant that offers healthy and flavorful food in a beautiful setting, look no further than itsu on Southwark Street The Harlequin in London.
