A flashy Mayfair destination for Asian-fusion seafood, sushi, and cocktails with standout ambience and real food quality, but you should book ahead and be ready for loud music, premium prices, and occasional front-of-house drama.
Sexy Fish earns an A- grade on the strength of very good food quality and a striking Mayfair setting that draws diners as a destination. However, a notably mixed Google reputation (4. 2/5 across 6,600+ reviews) introduces credibility concerns that prevent a higher grade, suggesting inconsistency in execution or value perception that typical diners should weigh against the restaurant's undeniable appeal.
Sexy Fish is not shy about making an entrance. In Mayfair, it feels less like a standard dinner reservation and more like stepping into a polished nightclub dressed up as a restaurant: dramatic interiors, loud-ish energy, DJ moments, and a room that practically asks to be photographed. One diner summed it up neatly as a place with ‘an electric feel and beautiful design,’ which is about right; the setting does a lot of the heavy lifting, and in this case that’s not a criticism. The cooking is strongest when it leans into Japanese-inspired seafood and luxe small plates: black cod, sashimi, tuna tataki, otoro tartare, and wagyu nigiri get the most love, while the lunch and early set menus seem to deliver the best value. This is contemporary fusion rather than traditional comfort food, so it suits diners who like a bit of spectacle with their dinner and don’t mind paying for the mood as much as the meal. If you want quiet, subtle, or bargain-priced, this is not your lane. For families, it is only a partial fit. There are some approachable items like chicken skewers, rice, sushi, edamame, and ice cream, but the overall vibe is grown-up, lively, and price-heavy, not kid-centric. It can work for older, adventurous children who already like sushi or grilled fish, but picky eaters will probably stare at the menu like it personally offended them.
Area vibe: Upscale, exclusive, and traditional London district with luxury retail and fine dining.
Safety: Generally safe and well-lit with regular foot traffic and security presence in evenings.
What's nearby: Near Berkeley Square, Bond Street shops, private members' clubs, and high-end hotels and galleries.
The menu shines with luxe raw plates and Japanese-style fish dishes, plus a few sharable small plates and high-end nigiri.
Loud, glamorous Mayfair vibe, pricey à la carte and drink bills, better value at lunch or on set menus.
Think electric, heavily styled interiors and a DJ-led, celebratory energy that favors spectacle over low-key conversation.