A new, stylish Romford sushi restaurant with fresh, attractive food and notably friendly service, though portions, occasional execution, and promotional clarity warrant realistic expectations.
The Sushi Co delivers strong food quality with fresh ingredients and attractive presentation, backed by attentive service that keeps diners satisfied. Inconsistency in rice and noodle dishes prevents a higher grade, though sushi execution remains reliably excellent. The convenient South Street location and pleasant interior make it a solid neighborhood choice rather than a destination.
The Sushi Co has arrived in central Romford with the bright, polished energy of a new local opening: a modern Japanese-style room, visible preparation, pleasant music, and the occasional dry-ice flourish. Diners repeatedly describe the welcome as unusually warm—one solo guest said the experience felt comfortable from start to finish—while a minority found the room cramped or service slower than expected. The cooking is contemporary Japanese-inspired and broad rather than purist. Fresh sushi, crunchy rolls, katsu, poke, bao, sandos, noodles, and rice dishes make it easy for a group to order across comfort zones; presentation is a real part of the appeal. Most reports praise freshness and flavour, although bland, soggy noodles and small portions appear in isolated complaints. It is a cheerful, accessible sushi outing rather than a destination for classical Japanese minimalism. Families should find plenty to work with: the menu includes chicken katsu curry, chicken yakisoba, teriyaki chicken, bao, gyoza, edamame, mochi, and familiar sushi, and one family specifically enjoyed the atmosphere and smoke presentation with children. Picky eaters may still prefer the rice, noodles, katsu, or simple cucumber and avocado rolls over sashimi or more elaborate toppings. Vegan and vegetarian diners are particularly well served by the current menu.
Area vibe: Busy suburban town centre known for shopping, high street dining and transport links.
Safety: Generally safe in daytime; evenings can be quieter with typical town-centre street-level caution advised.
What's nearby: Adjacent to Romford shopping centre, mainline rail station, cinemas, bars and a dense high-street food offer.
The menu ranges from Salmon Crunch and Maki Mix boxes to katsu curry, poke, bao, and mochi, with several options under £15.
Expect a polished, family-friendly sushi room with usually efficient service, but keep an eye on portion size, noodle consistency, and the final value.
The Sushi Co offers a cheerful modern setting with visible preparation and theatrical smoke effects, though the room may feel cramped at times.