Higoi - Nottingham

I have traveled to Tokyo numerous times for work and always lamented the inability to find authentic Japanese cuisine in Europe. However, Mr. Kato has successfu... read more I have traveled to Tokyo numerous times for work and always lamented the inability to find authentic Japanese cuisine in Europe. However, Mr. Kato has successfully transported Japan with him! The food and service are both excellent. That's all.

The food was delicious and presented beautifully. It was an exceptional experience and a fantastic evening out. Highly recommend. read more The food was delicious and presented beautifully. It was an exceptional experience and a fantastic evening out. Highly recommend.

Quite honestly the thought of coming back to dine here throughout lockdown was the one thing that was getting us through. Their food is sublime and so incredibl... read more Quite honestly the thought of coming back to dine here throughout lockdown was the one thing that was getting us through. Their food is sublime and so incredibly authentic but their service is something else. They were always a firm favourite of mine but coming back today after everything that has happened has truly shown how incredible they are. The service and attention to detail was amazing and they made us feel so safe. It is hands down THE BEST sushi restaurant outside of London and their service to second to none!!!

I never thought i would give Higoi a one star review. It is a restaurant I have visited many times over the years, I was always eager to go as the food is of th... read more I never thought i would give Higoi a one star review. It is a restaurant I have visited many times over the years, I was always eager to go as the food is of the highest quality and completely authentic japanese fare. We were turned away from the restaurant as the booking I made more than two weeks in advance was not on the list. I had made the booking with a male employee with a very strong accent. The communication error meant that my partner and I's special valentines day outing was ruined, we were unable to get in to any other restaurant and thus were relegated to traveling the 12 miles back home with unsatisfying empty bellies. The two hostesses were very apologetic, looking as heartbroken as we were that we were not on the list. In order to prevent this error it future I hope the restaurant improves its staffs understanding of English to ensure correct bookings are taken in the future as I feel this is why the communication error occurred. This is review is not a reflection on the food at all.

Menu has changed. Quality of the product has fallen. All they do now is California rolls and nigiri. Neither are great. Service is poor and the tapas menu is ju... read more Menu has changed. Quality of the product has fallen. All they do now is California rolls and nigiri. Neither are great. Service is poor and the tapas menu is just nonsensical. Go to Ebi in derby if you want great