The only Kyoto style restaurant in London, Umu specialises in only the very finest of Japanese cooking

Umu is said to be the only Kyoto style restaurant in London, where the Japanese “Kaiseki” cuisine is served and is the proud holder of a Michelin star. Kaiseki is one of the most expensive ways to eat, where Japanese cooking is at its most refined, defined and designed. This stunning Mayfair eatery is a perfect representation of this type of restaurant and is a haven of tranquillity. The design is remarkable with lots of dark rich wood and low velvet banquettes. You get an idea of the exclusivity of the place as you step up to the entrance where a security key pad opens a sliding door. Be prepared to spend some money here at Umu, the Kaiseki menus start from £60.00 and rise to £200.00, and feature a procession of perfect miniature dishes such as aubergine with sea urchin, grated radish and ginger, Wagyu beef with white and green asparagus and sweet mountain potatoes and eel with egg and burdock root. Sit at the counter and marvel at the chefs creating these mini masterpieces, their skills are outstanding. The waitresses are dressed in typical kimonos which add a wonderful authentic touch and service is exceptional. Umu is a dining experience in a million, exclusive and exquisite and quite like no other.

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Opening times

Mon-Fri 12pm-2pm/6pm-11pm Sat 6pm-11pm Closed Sunday

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Drinking • Fine Dining • Michelin Starred • Something Different • Wow Factor

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