
O'Shio Japanese and Korean Restaurant
Quick info
About O'Shio Japanese and Korean Restaurant
On Trafalgar St in Brighton, O'Shio Japanese and Korean Restaurant combines both cuisines on a single menu, pairing kitsune udon and teriyaki salmon alongside kimchi pancake and tteokbokki. Squid with rice and salmon maki round out the savory side, and matcha ice cream closes the meal. Vegetarian options run through much of the menu. Drinks include sake, umeshu, and a sipping wine. Seating is available both indoors and outdoors, and dogs are welcome at the tables. The dining room gets crowded, with a waiting list at busier times.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid street parking · Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance
- Good for kidsHigh chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention matcha ice cream, tteokbokki, kimchi pancake and teriyaki salmon.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention matcha ice cream, tteokbokki, kimchi pancake and teriyaki salmon.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the salmon makki and teriyaki salmon as standouts, alongside recurring praise for the kitsune udon, tteokbokki, kimchi pancake, and matcha ice cream for dessert. The drink selection draws repeated mentions too, with sake, umeshu, and a sipping wine called out as nice pairings. Service is generally described as friendly and fast, though several note the restaurant gets crowded with waiting lists, and one reviewer gives a detailed account of being ignored for a menu, seated slowly, and told a table was full when it appeared empty, until a different staff member accommodated them. A few also flag the pricing as high compared to nearby Asian restaurants. Multiple diners suggest booking or reserving ahead given the busyness. The pattern closes on repeat visits, with several reviewers saying they've returned more than once or plan to come back soon for the same dishes.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the salmon makki and teriyaki salmon as standouts, alongside recurring praise for the kitsune udon, tteokbokki, kimchi pancake, and matcha ice cream for dessert. The drink selection draws repeated mentions too, with sake, umeshu, and a sipping wine called out as nice pairings. Service is generally described as friendly and fast, though several note the restaurant gets crowded with waiting lists, and one reviewer gives a detailed account of being ignored for a menu, seated slowly, and told a table was full when it appeared empty, until a different staff member accommodated them. A few also flag the pricing as high compared to nearby Asian restaurants. Multiple diners suggest booking or reserving ahead given the busyness. The pattern closes on repeat visits, with several reviewers saying they've returned more than once or plan to come back soon for the same dishes.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Went on 05/09/2026 with 3 friends. It is a great atmosphere and the staff are super friendly. The food is delicious and has a varied menu. It is a really authentic place to visit and eat. I would suggest you reserve a table.”
- Google user
“We stopped by for a quick lunch, and it was divine! Food is delicious, full of flavours and piping hot! Attentive friendly staff too. Defo coming back very soon 🤩 I forgot a photo with the food because it was so good! But here’s me with my beer & 🐶 🍺 🤣🤣🤣”
- Google user
“When I arrived in Brighton, I heard this place was really nice. However, after visiting and tasting some of the dishes, I’d say the food was just okay and a bit pricey compared to other Asian restaurants in the area. My first visit was great, but the second time I had a disappointing experience. We sat outside and asked for a menu; I knew the waiter noticed us, but he ignored us (perhaps he was busy with another priority-trying to stay positive!). However, he then served a table next to us that had arrived later. I had to ask again before he finally brought the menu. When we asked to move inside, he told us curtly that it was full. Yet, we could see an empty table by the window. Eventually, a female staff member came over; we made the same request, and she graciously moved us. In the F&B sector, it’s not just about providing tasty food, but also about creating a good experience for the customer!”
- Google user
“oshio’s food is sooo good, but it’s really expensive and the place is always crowded 😭 sometimes there’s even a waiting list. i ordered the salmon makki and it was super fresh and delicious. i also tried the tteokbokki, it was really spicy and soft. the kimchi pancake was sooo good too :( i really like eating here. the service is nice, but because it’s always packed, the waiters are super busy. stay strong guys 💪”
- Google user
“Been a few times and the food is always delicious!!! The chicken is so good! Great price. Fast service. Lovely team!! Thank you”
Highlights
“Modern Japanese & Korean classic dishes with elevated plating in a relaxed setting with a kids menu.”
- Great tea selection
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Healthy options
- Small plates
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Paid street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed outside
Show more amenities
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Kids' menu
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Offerings· 9
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Parking· 1
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
- Dining options· 6
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Family-friendly· 1
- High chairs
- Service options· 1
- Onsite services
- Highlights· 1
- Great tea selection
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 3
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
- Planning· 3
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Usually a wait
Location
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