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Kioku by Endo
SushiRobataOmakaseJapanese ContemporaryMichelin SelectedRooftopFine DiningWhitehallOWORaffles
Set on the rooftop of the spectacular Old War Office building, Kioku — meaning 'memories' in Japanese — is Endo Kazutoshi's most ambitious London project, fusing his Yokohama heritage with Mediterranean influences against sweeping Whitehall skyline views.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Whitehall
- Since
- 2023
- Chef
- Endo Kazutoshi
Plate № 120
About
Kioku by Endo opened in 2023 within Raffles London at The OWO, the converted Old War Office on Whitehall. Occupying the building's rooftop sixth floor, it offers a 55-seat dining room, rooftop terrace, an 8-seat chef's table and a private turret dining room. The restaurant is the work of Endo Kazutoshi, a third-generation sushi master whose eponymous White City restaurant holds a Michelin star. The name 'Kioku' (memories) signals a menu drawn from his Japanese upbringing and international career — spanning Edomae nigiri, prime robata-grilled meats and fish, and tasting menus incorporating Mediterranean ingredients. The restaurant holds a Michelin Guide listing and has rapidly established itself as one of London's most dramatic dining destinations.
Neighborhood & visiting
Kioku by Endo sits in Whitehall, one of London's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused sushi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Rooftop setting with panoramic views of Whitehall, Big Ben and The Mall
- Tasting menus and chef's table experience from a Michelin-starred sushi master
- Housed in the iconic Old War Office — London's most storied luxury hotel
- Blend of Edomae sushi tradition with robata and Mediterranean-influenced cooking
Kioku Sake Bar (separate access via Whitehall Place) operates Wed-Sat evenings.
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Frequently asked
About Kioku by Endo
- Is Kioku by Endo an authentic sushi restaurant in London?
- Yes — Kioku by Endo is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for sushi in London: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Kioku by Endo located?
- Kioku by Endo is located at Raffles London at The OWO, 6th Floor, 2 Whitehall Place, London SW1A 2BD, London, UK in the Whitehall neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Kioku by Endo?
- Kioku by Endo accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Kioku by Endo?
- Kioku by Endo sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in London.
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