Is Kouzu an authentic izakaya restaurant in London?

Yes — Kouzu is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for izakaya in London: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.

Where is Kouzu located?

Kouzu is located at 21 Grosvenor Gardens, London SW1W 0BD, London, UK in the Belgravia neighborhood.

Do I need a reservation at Kouzu?

Kouzu accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.

What is the price range at Kouzu?

Kouzu sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in London.

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Kouzu

Name: Kouzu
Address: 21 Grosvenor Gardens, London SW1W 0BD, London, UK
Telephone: +44 20 7730 7043
Price range: ¥¥¥

IzakayaIzakayaFine DiningJapaneseBelgraviaSushiZumaGlobal Sushi ChallengeSake SommelierSW1W

Nestled in a handsome period building facing Grosvenor Gardens, Kouzu brings serious Japanese culinary craft to Belgravia, led by Kyoichi Kai — the Japanese chef who helped establish Zuma's founding kitchen and who won the UK Global Sushi Challenge in 2015.

Price: ¥¥¥
Area: Belgravia
Since: 2014
Chef: Kyoichi Kai

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About

Opened in 2014 by head chef Kyoichi Kai, who trained in Japan and was among the founding team of Zuma London, Kouzu occupies a grand Victorian building at 21 Grosvenor Gardens just steps from Victoria station. The restaurant earned UK winner status at the Global Sushi Challenge and the Sake Sommelier of the Year award in 2015 — a testament to the rigour of both its kitchen and its Japanese drinks programme. The menu spans sushi, sashimi, and izakaya-style sharing plates, executed with the precision and seasonal sensibility of Kai's Japanese training. With its palatial dining room, private events spaces, and a sake list of rare depth, Kouzu operates at the fine-dining end of Japanese cuisine in London.

Why it's on Washoku Guide

Head chef Kyoichi Kai is an ex-founding chef of Zuma — among the most respected Japanese kitchens in London
UK Global Sushi Challenge winner 2015 and Sake Sommelier of the Year 2015
Grand period Belgravia setting with multiple private dining and event spaces

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About Kouzu

Is Kouzu an authentic izakaya restaurant in London?: Yes — Kouzu is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for izakaya in London: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
Where is Kouzu located?: Kouzu is located at 21 Grosvenor Gardens, London SW1W 0BD, London, UK in the Belgravia neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Kouzu?: Kouzu accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Kouzu?: Kouzu sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in London.

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