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Roketsu
KaisekiKaisekiKappoFine DiningMichelinMaryleboneKyotoSeasonal
A hidden Marylebone counter that transports diners to Kyoto — chef-owner Daisuke Hayashi, trained at three-Michelin-starred Kikunoi, delivers a seasonal Japanese kappo-kaiseki journey unlike anywhere else in London.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Marylebone
- Since
- 2022
- Chef
- Daisuke Hayashi
Plate № 70
About
Opened in 2022 in a hushed side street near Marble Arch, Roketsu is chef-owner Daisuke Hayashi's love letter to Kyoto's kappo-kaiseki tradition. Hayashi trained at Kyoto's triple-Michelin-starred Kikunoi — one of Japan's most revered kaiseki houses — and subsequently curated menus for Japan Airlines' first-class dining before bringing his craft to London. The restaurant's ten-seat hinoki-clad counter offers a nine-course seasonal tasting menu combining binchotan charcoal grilling, sushi, and meticulously prepared small plates. Roketsu is a selected restaurant in the Michelin Guide UK.
Neighborhood & visiting
Roketsu sits in Marylebone, one of London's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused kaiseki counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional kaiseki restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Trained at triple-Michelin-starred Kikunoi, Kyoto
- Intimate 10-seat kappo-kaiseki counter — authentic Kyoto ethos
- Seasonal menu with binchotan grilling and handcrafted sake pairings
- Michelin Guide selected — one of Marylebone's finest hidden gems
Address changed from the earlier 67 Marylebone Lane; current address is 12 New Quebec St W1H 7RW (2025 location).
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Frequently asked
About Roketsu
- Is Roketsu an authentic kaiseki restaurant in London?
- Yes — Roketsu is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for kaiseki in London: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused kaiseki format.
- Where is Roketsu located?
- Roketsu is located at 12 New Quebec Street, Marylebone, London W1H 7RW, London, UK in the Marylebone neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Roketsu?
- Roketsu accepts reservations online. For an authentic kaiseki experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Roketsu?
- Roketsu sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for kaiseki of this format in London.
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