At 1 PM in central London, I’m weaving through office workers at Itsu, eyeing the last sushi box while hunting for a seat that doesn’t already have someone’s coat on it. The queue moves quickly, but I’ve learned not to hesitate when my favourite salmon rolls are running low, and on a drizzly afternoon, nothing beats wrapping my cold hands around a steaming noodle bowl, breathing in that savoury broth, and digging into a proper hot lunch.

When I check the Itsu Menu with Price in UK, I budget around £9–£14 for most hot bowls and sushi sets, which feels fair when I need something filling without the heavy post-lunch slump. I love the contrast of silky noodles, crisp vegetables, and colourful sushi topped with glossy salmon, though I always keep an eye on the extras because little add-ons push up the bill.

The cheapest option is a wasabi or pickled ginger sachet at just £0.10, while Chinese prawn crackers start at £1.85 when I fancy a crunchy snack. Feeding a crowd? The Party Platter costs £49.95, making it a handy choice for sharing rather than squeezing individual lunch boxes onto the office table.

Itsu Menu Prices in UK

Meal Deals

Signature Sharing Platters

Sushi & Salads

Hot Rice’Bowls

Hot Udon Noodle Bowls

Little Rice’Bowls

Steamed Gyoza

Soups & Sides

Desserts & Snacks

Extra Sauces

Drinks

My Honest Review: What’s Actually Worth Your Money?

It’s 1 PM, it’s raining again, and I’m wedged onto a wobbly table at Itsu with someone’s backpack repeatedly knocking into my chair. The queue’s still snaking towards the door, I’ve got soy sauce on my fingers, and I’m already annoyed at how much a quick lunch costs these days.

Still, I’m hungry, and Itsu usually does a decent job of sorting that out. The trick is knowing what’s worth ordering, what actually fills you up, and when you’re better off spending your money elsewhere.

The Sushi: Good Crunch, Questionable Lunch-Break Maths

The Katsu Chicken Dragon Roll is one of the first things I’d recommend if you’re bored of standard supermarket sushi. The chicken katsu brings a proper crunch, the sweet soy sauce adds that sticky, savoury sweetness, and the crispy tempura flakes give every bite a bit of texture.

It’s also surprisingly filling for sushi. I’ve had lunches where a standard cold sushi box disappeared in five minutes and left me rummaging through my desk drawer for biscuits, but this roll feels substantial enough to count as a proper meal.

The Spicy Tuna Dragon Roll is another solid choice, especially if you fancy something with a bit more kick. The tuna has a clean, savoury taste, while the spicy mayo brings the creamy heat; add a cup of hot miso soup and you’ve got a much more satisfying lunch than you’d expect from a few pieces of sushi.

My only gripe is that sushi can get expensive quickly. Add a drink and a side, and suddenly your supposedly quick lunch is costing more than you’d planned, so I check the total before getting carried away at the counter.

For something fresher and less sauce-heavy, I prefer the Salmon Full House Box. You get a mix of nigiri, maki and sashimi, which means there’s enough variety to keep the meal interesting without every piece tasting like mayonnaise and sweet sauce.

It’s my choice when I’ve got a full afternoon of meetings and don’t fancy the post-lunch slump. The salmon provides protein and omega-3 fats, and the meal feels light without being completely insubstantial, although a particularly hungry person will probably want an extra side.

The Hot Bowls: What I Want When London Turns Miserable

Cold sushi is fine until the weather gets into your bones. On those wet afternoons when my coat hasn’t dried since the morning commute, I want something hot, and the Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl is the sort of lunch that rarely needs much thought.

The sweet teriyaki glaze coats the chicken, the rice catches the sauce, and the greens give the bowl a bit of balance. When the chicken is tender enough to pull apart easily, it’s proper comfort food; I can eat it at my desk later and still feel like I’ve had a decent lunch.

It’s also my personal Editor’s Pick. Not because it’s some groundbreaking dish, but because it’s dependable, filling and satisfying when I’ve got neither the time nor the patience to experiment with lunch.

The Fragrant Thai Chicken Curry Bowl is worth ordering when I fancy something creamy with a little heat. The coconut broth brings a mild sweetness, the spice warms things up without setting my mouth on fire, and the whole bowl feels particularly welcome when rain is running down the windows.

Don’t expect a chilli challenge, though. I find Itsu’s hot dishes generally lean towards accessible, comforting flavours rather than serious heat, which suits me perfectly well when I’m trying to eat lunch without breaking into a sweat in the middle of the office.

Then there’s the Chicken & Spring Onion Gyoza Noodle Bowl, which makes a lot of sense on a cold day. The miso broth tastes savoury and clean, the steamed dumplings bring a satisfying chicken filling, and the noodles make it feel like a proper meal rather than a starter pretending to be lunch.

It’s also the sort of bowl I’d consider when I’m trying to keep costs under control. I get dumplings, noodles and broth together, and I don’t need to build an entire meal out of separate extras just to feel full.

The Vegetarian Options: Not Just Rice and Wishful Thinking

The Quinoa Falafel & Veg Rice Bowl is the vegetarian dish I’d point people towards first. The Red Thai coconut sauce coats the red and brown rice, while the crispy quinoa falafel adds a firmer texture and a sharper teriyaki flavour.

What works here is the contrast. The rice and sauce are soft, the falafel brings some bite, and the different flavours stop the bowl from feeling like a box of grains with a token vegetable thrown in.

The Veggie Bowls Rice Box takes a slightly different approach. Its pea-and-bean veggie balls have a firm, satisfying texture, and the whole grains make it a useful option when I want something more substantial than a small sushi selection.

It’s not the most indulgent thing on the menu, but that’s not really the point. When I want a plant-based lunch with plenty of grain and fibre, it does the job without leaving me feeling like I’ve only eaten a side dish.

I’d still check the current ingredients and allergen information if I had specific dietary requirements. Menu recipes and preparation details matter more than a reassuring name on the box.

Salmon Teriyaki: Better Than Another Sad Sandwich?

The Salmon Teriyaki is a decent alternative when I’ve had chicken twice already that week. The sweet-and-savoury glaze gives the fish plenty of flavour, and when it’s cooked properly, the salmon stays moist rather than turning into the dry, flaky mess nobody wants.

With rice and vegetables alongside, it’s an easy lunch to get through without feeling too heavy. I wouldn’t automatically call it healthier than every other option, because sauces and portion sizes still count, but it’s a welcome change from another supermarket sandwich eaten over my keyboard.

My advice is simple: order it when you’re in the mood for fish and want something hot, rather than expecting a restaurant-style salmon fillet with elaborate sides. Itsu is fast-casual food, and the experience makes more sense when I judge it on those terms.

And Yes, I’m Ordering Dessert

The Mango Cheesecake Mochi is the kind of thing I pick up when lunch has gone well and I want one small treat before heading back out into the rain. The outside is chewy, the centre has a creamy mango cheesecake flavour, and the fruity sweetness makes a nice change after all that soy sauce and savoury rice.

It’s not a massive dessert, which is probably a good thing after a full bowl of noodles. I like the contrast between the chewy outer layer and creamy centre, although anyone expecting a traditional slice of cheesecake should remember that mochi has a very different texture.

Would I buy it every time? No, because those little extras are exactly how a reasonably priced lunch becomes an expensive habit, but every so often, it’s worth it.

Is Itsu Actually Good Value?

This is where I stop being quite so enthusiastic. Itsu sits between a supermarket meal deal and a more expensive sushi restaurant, and that middle ground can work well, provided I choose sensibly.

A hot bowl can feel like better value than a smaller sushi box when I’m starving, while a sushi set makes more sense when I want something lighter. The problem is that drinks, sides and dessert add up quickly, and I don’t always fancy paying restaurant-adjacent prices for lunch eaten at a cramped table.

Portions also vary in how filling they feel. Hot bowls generally satisfy me more than standard sushi boxes, while dragon rolls with crunchy toppings feel more substantial than simpler maki selections.

The setting isn’t exactly relaxing, either. At peak lunchtime, I’m fighting for a seat, trying to stop my tray sliding across the table, and wondering whether I have enough time to finish before my next meeting.

I’d recommend Itsu to office workers, commuters and anyone who wants quick food with more variety than the usual sandwich counter offers. I wouldn’t recommend it for a slow lunch date, a huge appetite on a tight budget, or anyone expecting a peaceful restaurant experience.

My Itsu Awards

• Best Budget Meal: Veggie Gyoza Noodle Bowl — my pick when I want hot broth, noodles and dumplings without buying a pile of separate sides.
• Best Combo: Katsu Chicken Dragon Roll + Chicken Gyoza — crunchy sushi alongside warm, savoury dumplings; it’s a satisfying combination when I’m properly hungry.
• Best Family Meal: Grand Master Sushi Box + 2 Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowls — a practical mix of sushi and hot food for sharing at home, depending on everyone’s appetite.
• Best Vegetarian Option: Quinoa Falafel & Veg Rice Bowl — the coconut sauce, grains and crispy falafel give it enough flavour and texture to stand on its own.
• Best Healthy Choice: Salmon Full House Box — a straightforward salmon-based lunch with protein and omega-3 fats, without relying on fried toppings.
• Editor’s Pick: Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl — sweet, savoury, filling and dependable. It’s the dish I’d order when I’ve had a dreadful morning and simply want lunch to go right.

My verdict? Itsu is a solid weekday lunch option, not a miracle. The sushi is varied, the hot bowls are comforting, and there are enough vegetarian choices to stop the menu feeling repetitive.

I just keep an eye on the bill, order a side when I know a sushi box won’t fill me up, and avoid expecting much peace and quiet at one o’clock. If I can find a seat that doesn’t wobble and get my teriyaki bowl before the next meeting reminder appears on my phone, that’s a pretty decent result for a rainy London lunch.

Similar Quick Lunch Options

• Wagamama
• Pret A Manger
• Subway
• Greggs
• Starbucks

Frequently Asked Questions About Itsu UK

Wrapping Up the Itsu Menu

Itsu is a solid lunch option when you want fresh sushi, a filling hot bowl or something quick between meetings. The prices aren’t always cheap, though, and adding gyoza, soup or a drink can push the bill up faster than you’d expect.

I update the Itsu UK menu prices from time to time, but actual prices may vary depending on the location or branch, so it’s worth checking your local menu before ordering.

Now I’m curious: what’s your go-to Itsu order, and do you think the prices are still worth it?

Christopher John

I’m Christopher John, the independent creator and writer behind The Menu Hub.
I research and write about UK restaurant menus, prices, calories, and nutritional information to help diners plan their meals. I regularly review the information I publish because menus, prices, and offers can change.
The Menu Hub is independent, and I have no corporate affiliation with the restaurant brands I cover.