The best Japanese food near Victoria Station is an eight-minute walk away at Sanjugo Victoria, 44 Hugh Street in Pimlico. It's a small, counter-led sushi restaurant serving fresh sashimi, hand-rolled maki and a fast, generous chicken katsu curry don — ideal whether you have a spare fifty minutes before a train or a whole evening to settle in. Book a table or walk in for lunch from midday.
Good to know
| Walk from Victoria Station | About 8 minutes |
| Nearest Underground | Pimlico (about 6 minutes) |
| Lunch from | 12:00 (5:00pm for dinner) |
| Vegetarian options | yes |
| Booking | Recommended for dinner and weekends |
| Price range | Around £12–£39 per dish |
Key takeaways
- Sanjugo Victoria is about an 8–9 minute walk from Victoria Station, on a quiet backstreet in Pimlico.
- Best for a quick lunch: the Chicken Katsu Curry Don (£12) and the 6-piece Nigiri Set (£19) leave the kitchen fast.
- Best for a longer meal: the sashimi selection (£29), the Sanjugo Roll (£18) and the Wagyu Beef Roll (£39).
- Open for lunch from 12pm and dinner from 5pm, seven days a week; vegetarian options available.
- The nearest Underground stop is Pimlico (about 6 minutes); Victoria main line, Underground and coach station are all within a 9-minute walk.
Where is Sanjugo Victoria, and how far is it from the station?
Sanjugo Victoria sits at 44 Hugh Street, on a calm residential street in Pimlico, just far enough from the rush of Victoria to feel like a proper escape. From Victoria Station it's a walk of roughly eight to nine minutes. Leave via the main Victoria Street exit, head down Buckingham Palace Road, then turn onto Hugh Street — you'll find us tucked among the white Pimlico townhouses. If you're on the Underground, Pimlico station is even closer, about six minutes on foot.
We're an easy walk from much of the area, so we're a natural stop whether you're at the theatre, sightseeing or passing through. Nearby you'll find the Victoria Palace Theatre and Apollo Victoria Theatre, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Cathedral, Tate Britain, and the neighbourhoods of Belgravia and Pimlico. If you're heading to the airport, we're a short hop from the Gatwick Express at Victoria.
What should I order if I'm in a hurry?
If you've got a train to catch or a lunch break that won't stretch, order the Chicken Katsu Curry Don (£12) — crisp panko chicken over rice with a deep, comforting curry sauce, and one of the quickest, most satisfying plates we serve. The 6-piece Nigiri Set (£19) is another fast choice, letting you taste the counter's fresh fish without a long wait. Prawn Tempura (£12.50) travels well too if you'd rather something light and hot.
The names to remember for a quick, brilliant lunch: Chicken Katsu Curry Don, the 6-piece Nigiri Set, and Prawn Tempura.
What should I order if I have more time?
With an unhurried hour or two, sit at the counter and let the meal build. Start with the Hiramasa Salad (£13) — clean, bright yellowtail to wake up the palate. Move on to the sashimi selection (£29): salmon, tuna, seabream, butterfish and tako, cut to order. Then the showpieces: the Sanjugo Roll (£18), the King Prawn Eel Dragon Roll, and the Wagyu Beef Roll (£39). The Wagyu Beef Roll is one of our most frequently reordered signature dishes, alongside the Sanjugo Roll — it's the kind of meal that makes the quiet Pimlico street outside feel like a well-kept secret.
Signature dishes and prices
A quick reference to the dishes worth knowing before you arrive. Prices are current at the time of writing and may change with the seasons.
| Dish | Price | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Katsu Curry Don | £12 | A fast, filling lunch |
| 6-piece Nigiri Set | £19 | Tasting the counter quickly |
| Prawn Tempura | £12.50 | A light, hot starter |
| Hiramasa Salad | £13 | A fresh, bright opener |
| Sashimi Selection | £29 | Salmon, tuna, seabream, butterfish, tako |
| Sanjugo Roll | £18 | The house signature roll |
| Wagyu Beef Roll | £39 | A special-occasion showpiece |
A word from our chef
“At lunch, speed can't cost you quality. People often think quick food has to be ordinary — in Japan we don't see it that way. Good preparation means a guest can enjoy something fresh without waiting twenty minutes. That's why lunch service matters just as much as dinner.”
— Chucky, Head Chef, Sanjugo Victoria
Why eat here rather than at the station?
The concourse at Victoria is full of chains built for speed and nothing else. Walk eight minutes and you get something different: a genuine sushi counter where the fish is prepared in front of you, under a ceiling designed in the spirit of traditional Japanese architecture. The name Sanjugo means thirty-five in Japanese — san (3), ju (10), go (5) — and those digits add up to eight, a number that stands for fortune and joy. It's a small, warm room that regulars describe as a hidden gem, and it's the reason people make the short walk instead of settling for whatever's nearest the platform.
Whether you're catching a train, heading to a West End show, or simply looking for excellent Japanese food near Victoria Station, Sanjugo Victoria is only a short walk away. Reserve your table online or drop in for lunch — we'd love to welcome you.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Sanjugo Victoria from Victoria Station?
It's about an eight to nine minute walk from Victoria Station to 44 Hugh Street in Pimlico. The nearest Underground stop is Pimlico station, roughly six minutes away on foot.
Is Sanjugo good for a quick lunch before a train?
Yes. The Chicken Katsu Curry Don (£12) and the 6-piece Nigiri Set (£19) are prepared quickly without cutting corners, so you can eat well and still make your train. Lunch service starts at midday.
What are Sanjugo Victoria's opening hours?
Sanjugo Victoria is open seven days a week, from 12pm to 3pm for lunch (until 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays) and from 5pm to 10:30pm for dinner. The kitchen closes shortly before the room does.
Do I need to book, or can I walk in?
You're welcome to walk in, especially at lunch, but the room is small and fills up — booking a table is the safest way to guarantee a seat, particularly for dinner and at weekends.
Does Sanjugo have vegetarian options?
Yes. Sanjugo Victoria offers vegetarian dishes, including the roast miso aubergine, alongside the sushi and sashimi menu. Let the team know any dietary needs when you book.
What kind of food does Sanjugo Victoria serve?
Authentic Japanese food with a focus on sushi and sashimi from the counter, plus donburi rice bowls, tempura, signature rolls and wagyu. Dishes range from around £12 to £39.
Book your table at Sanjugo Victoria
Whether it's a fast lunch between trains or a slow dinner at the counter, we'd love to have you. Sanjugo Victoria is at 44 Hugh Street, Pimlico, London SW1V 4EP — an eight-minute walk from Victoria Station.
Call us on 020 8137 9288 or book online.
