WAGAMAMA

At this third Wagamama location in SE1 8XX, the story's the same—clean, tidy, and filled with the usual suspects of Asian cuisine. The hype around their duck gyozas hasn't faded, and it’s probably your safest bet for decent grub. The staff are friendly, but it feels more like a transactional experience than a memorable one. If you’re craving something comforting after a long day, the rice noodles might hit the spot, but don’t expect to go home raving about it.

Hygiene’s on point here, which is a relief because who doesn’t want to avoid a surprise bout of food poisoning? Still, it’s more of a ‘fuel stop’ than a proper foodie experience; you’ll fill your belly but your taste buds will just kind of shrug. If you like to play it safe without any drama, this is your go-to Wagamama. 😐