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Santoku La MesaB
C. de Lope de Rueda, 6, Salamanca, 28009 Madrid, Spain
· Restaurant, Asian restaurant, Japanese restaurant
· Goya
Tiny 8-seat omakase-style counter delivering creative Japanese-Latin bites at a sharp price, but expect a fast, cramped service window and polarizing dishes.
The verdict
Santoku La Mesa delivers a memorable counter experience with attentive chef-led service and impressive synchronized pacing at strong value around €37. 50. However, inconsistent execution with sweetness and sauce repetition across visits, combined with very tight seating that limits comfort, prevents it from reaching higher territory.
One caveat: Seating is cramped; some seats have limited view of the prep
What to order
- Eel donburi
- Tuna temaki
- Salmon bao
What diners say
- Feeling close to the action at the counter
- Chef explanations that personalize each dish
- Standout bites like the tuna hand roll
Opening Hours
Monday13:00–17:00, 20:00–00:00
Tuesday13:00–17:00, 20:00–00:00
Wednesday13:00–17:00, 20:00–00:00
Thursday13:00–17:00, 20:00–00:00
Friday13:00–17:00, 20:00–00:00
Saturday13:00–17:00, 20:00–00:00
Sunday13:00–17:00, 20:00–00:00
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