Popular Japanese chain Yo! Sushi is coming to Croydon, with a special ‘concept’ restaurant and an exclusive menu for locals.

The street food influenced eatery, pop up store at Boxpark will open tomorrow (April 27), serving the likes of Pork belly Teriyaki and Salmon and Orange Ponzu Tataki.

Yo! Executive chef Mike Lewis said: "YO! Boxpark is the perfect place for us to explore our Izakaya (Japanese pub) inspiration, allowing us to innovate and introduce playful sharing style dishes. From sushi to street food we are bringing dishes like Ponzu Tataki's, Japanese Fried Chicken Wings, the Katsu Sandwich and even a whole Tonkotsu Pork Ramen in a sushi roll, along with Japanese beers and One Cup Sake. It's all the type of food and drink that can be enjoyed and shared in the communal eating area, just like the back streets of Japan."

The general manager Dan Gracias said "We can't wait to open our brand new concept YO! at Boxpark Croydon and bring our exciting offering to the South London foodie destination. Boxpark is a hugely exciting opportunity to showcase innovative and exciting new food trends and bring a big taste of the streets of Japan to Croydon.”

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