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Aqua Kyoto, London,

Aqua Kyoto

4.3
4.3
677 Reviews
£41 and over
Japanese
Set high above the bustle of Regent Street, Aqua Kyoto is located on the fifth floor of the famous former Dickins & Jones building. Its innovative and contemporary Japanese cuisine offers an extensive menu of beautifully-presented sushi and sashimi and creative hot dishes. The spectacular roof terrace looking down over Regent Street provides stunning views across the capital, the perfect setting for dining and cocktails.

Their free-flowing weekend brunch is available every Saturday and Sunday. The delicious four-course menu is paired with free-flowing prosecco or cocktails and accompanied by live DJ sets and entertainment.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Japanese, Sushi, Japanese (Tempura)

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–14:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–14:45 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–00:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:15

  • Phone number

    020 7478 0540

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Catering

    Authentic Japanese

  • Private party facilities

    Aqua kyoto can be hired exclusively for up to 110 guests seated or 400 standing when hired with adjacent bar aqua spirit.

  • Private party contact

    Thalia Beard: 020 7478 0542

Experiences

  • Free-Flowing Brunch

    £45.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Available Saturday and Sunday 12pm-2.45pm. Join us for delicious seasonal dishes and live entertainment from the our house DJ. A 13.5% discretionary service charge will be added to the final bill. Including free-flowing house red & white wine & beer | 75 per person Including free-flowing cocktails & bubbles | 85 per person Including free-flowing Pommery Brut Royal Champagne & cocktails | 105 per person
  • Pre-theatre

    £32.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Available Monday to Sunday between 5pm-6pm, enjoy four courses of innovative Japanese flavours for £32pp. A 13.5% discretionary service charge will be added to the final bill.
  • Autumn dinner + welcome cocktail

    £42.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Four courses of innovative and contemporary Japanese cuisine plus a signature cocktail. Menu available Sunday-Friday evening for 6ppl max. A 13.5% discretionary service charge will be added to the final bill.

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What 677 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.8Value

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  1. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The waiters were very hospitable and were there whenever needed, great service from Antonio!
  2. VM

    VM94

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Location is great, food was amazing, staff really professional, friendly and helpful! I went there with my sister and friends who came to visit me from Italy. 2 people had the menu a la carte, while 3 of us had the autumn dinner set menu. Everyone was happy about their choices. The autumn set menu was a great deal! A really good price with many really tasty options, plus a welcome drink, which was a proper drink! Our waitress was really friendly and helped us with the menu and helped me with an alternative for the dessert since I am lactose intolerant. Some of the plates on the menu a la carte are a bit overpriced, but worthy for the quality and the taste of the food. I will definitely go back again :)
  3. FF

    FraF

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Qualità ottima del cibo e atmosfera carica con dj set. Costosetto ma in linea con i locali di questo tipo che sono a Londra.
  4. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our 3rd time at aqua Kyoto and it never let’s us down! Food and service are impeccable.
  5. R

    Rachnlp

    Derbyshire

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Beautiful restaurant and decor. Seeing the kitchen at work whilst you’re dining is also great. The service was a little slow to start but became more efficient as the evening progressed. We ordered the Autumn Experience but this didn’t seem to have been processed as we got the ordinary menu and ended up spending more with no welcome cocktail but the food was presented beautifully and tasted delicious. The steak had some chewy slices which I couldn’t eat but most of it was lovely.
  6. DS

    DSSM

    London

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience2
    The food was nothing special, not counting the attempt to cover up lack of originality in their menu with creative tableware. The space decor if a little out of touch and the lack of personnel gives off a feeling of an abandoned place. Servers were nice, but not very professional (wiping the table with an old wet cloth leaving pieces of it behind; the dishes were crammed together on a small table) Didn’t feel like the price/quality ratio was fair. Certainly not the place for a fancy lunch, but maybe dinners work better.
  7. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 November 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Fantastic food, atmosphere and drinks 10/10
  8. TM

    TracyM

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 November 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely food great atmosphere and very good service definitely be returning

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 17 November 2022Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us and we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time in our restaurant. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

  9. A

    Aitch

    London

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 5 November 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Good food. Sashimi and sushi over priced versus other similar level establishments. Service was good but to be told you only have the table for 2 hours as soon as you sit down was a bit full on. Wine list had decent variety and as in many places, white wine served way too cold.
  10. GE

    GemmaE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 November 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was amazing! Came here for my anniversary and the restaurant, food and service was stunning. We had a lovely booth for just the two of us right by the DJ booth and had the best time. Also the cocktails were delicious. Thank you for looking after us and making our night so special.

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 17 November 2022Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us and we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time in our restaurant. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

  11. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 October 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    All good. The miso soup could have been better but everything else good.

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 31 October 2022Thank you for taking the time to post your review. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

  12. N

    Nicky

    London

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 21 October 2022

    overall3food5service3ambience3
    There was fire alarm going on, after it turned off smoke was full of restaurant. While we are eating with smoke, the waiter kept asking if he could take the empty plate more than 6 time even tho we are still working on it I came here for my friend's wedding anniversary, but I left early because of the smoke…
  13. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 October 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Spicy Tuna Maki was incredible. Great sushi in a chic ambiance.

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 31 October 2022Thank you so much for the kind words. We hope to welcome you again very soon

  14. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 October 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Lovely restaurant and great food would recommend

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 31 October 2022Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your experience at Aqua and we are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your evening with us. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

  15. LB

    LaurenB

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 October 2022

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    Under seasoned food and a waiter who rushed us into ordering!
  16. KS

    KayyStar

    London

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 14 October 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We absolutely loved Aqua Kyoto! The hosts were great, as was the atmosphere and the food was amazing!! We could not fault anything! Will definitely be dining here again!

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 17 October 2022Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your experience at Aqua and we are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your evening with us. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

  17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 9 October 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Brilliant food and ambience, but not the same sharp service as the restaurant wants to lead with, especially when you then add a fairly high price on top.

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 17 October 2022Thank you for taking the time to post your review. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

  18. NF

    NikkiF

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 October 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great service. Lovely dining room. Food was good but very pricey

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 17 October 2022Thank you for taking the time to post your review. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

  19. DH

    DHamza

    Dubai

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 24 September 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great food and atmosphere, beautiful interior I definitely would recommend the place and would go back to dine again.

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 2 October 2022Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your experience at Aqua and we are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your evening with us. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

  20. T

    Telles79

    London

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 September 2022

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    We went to Aqua Kyoto and had the autumn set menu. The food was disappointing for a restaurant of this calibre. The spicy mayonnaise dip was extremely salty and the orange type purée with the chicken ruined the flavours of the rest of the dish. I felt rushed by the staff who brought the courses out extremely fast. I’m a fast eater but the service speed could cause indigestion. Nice venue and ambience but do not rate the food at all. Roka and Zuma are far better when it comes to flavours.

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 2 October 2022Thank you for taking the time to post your review.

  21. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 September 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Been to so many Brunches across London but Aqua Kyoto definitely got that balance between surplus and a contained bunch of happy Brunchers right in the middle of Central London . Ambience was epic , Food tasted well made and surprisingly refreshing in every bite ! Honestly I can’t fault this spot except for whoever it was I spoke to on the phone when we arrived early . She sounded rude and dismissive, as if it was a crime to arrive early and my partner feet was hurting from her shoes . I also got a vibe like that from the Lady that walked us to our table , sat us right us next to the door (entrance ) . Many thanks to Lee who kept out glasses filled at all times! In fact all the guys who attended to my table were friendly , funny and patient ! Shout out to the Chef on the grill as well !!

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 2 October 2022Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your experience at Aqua and we are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your evening with us. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

  22. Z

    Zeeshan

    London

    23 reviews

    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 23 September 2022

    overall3food5service5ambience3
    Wonderful staff, amazing food... They are the great points! Good atmosphere but can be a little loud to the point having a conversation over a meal gets a little hard.

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 2 October 2022Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your experience at Aqua and we are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your evening with us. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

  23. S

    Sallie

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 September 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always come here for special occasions. Service is always the best and attentive. Food was immaculate as always although menu has changed.
  24. ES

    EdSmith

    Kent

    73 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    73 reviews

    Dined on 12 September 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Sublime sashimi and wonderful desserts.A lovely place for dinner and the lady who looked after our table was truly excellent including moving us due to a very loud Dutchman booming across half the restaurant.

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 18 September 2022Thank you for taking the time to post your review. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

  25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 September 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an excellent brunch , new food offer is great and outstanding value.

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 10 September 2022We appreciate the positive feedback. It means a lot. Have a great day!

  26. AF

    AlexandraF

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 2 September 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience from beginning to end. Food was served on time, customer service exceeded my expectations, everyone is warm and friendly. Highly rated for customer experience!

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 10 September 2022We appreciate the positive feedback. It means a lot. Have a great day!

  27. SJ

    SJWeats

    London

    98 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    98 reviews

    Dined on 1 September 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    A nice spot for a group outing on the Experience

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 10 September 2022We appreciate the positive feedback. It means a lot. Have a great day!

  28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 27 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a great experience from start to finish, good service around the bottomless part and surprisingly good food for the brunch part of our booking. Yes, on the spenny side but I’d argue value for money and we had a great time.

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 1 September 2022That's wonderful to hear. Thanks so much for leaving us a review. See you next time!

  29. BC

    BenjaminC

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I've been coming to Aqua for a number of years and have always enjoyed it. This time the food was just that bit better I've written this review! Salmon avocado rolls and the Lobster and truffle rolls are my favourite. Soft shell crab and duck mains are also very good! Service was quick and attentive, couldn't ask for more!

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 24 August 2022We’re so happy to hear you had a good experience. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

  30. R

    Review

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 August 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Li our waiter was very friendly and recommended some dishes off the menu. Overall great experience for a special occasion midweek. Slightly Quiet atmosphere but still able to chat without any concerns

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 24 August 2022We’re so happy to hear you had a good experience. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

  31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Manchester

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Some of the best sushi I’ve had, the food was very

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 20 August 2022Thank you for taking the time to post your review. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

  32. F

    Foodaddict24

    London

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 6 August 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    Service wasn’t great

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 12 August 2022Thank you for taking the time to post your review. If you wish to tell us what went wrong please contact us on: guestrealtions@aqua-london.co

  33. l

    lingyunh

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 July 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    I booked a table for 2 on Sunday, August 7, and the security guard downstairs wouldn't let one of my friends upstairs when we arrived. When I went upstairs to the front desk for help, they told me that everyone was busy and no one was helping me, and they cancelled my appointment. It was very unpleasant. Hope someone contact me and fix the problem. I think they're racist and everyone else is in.
  34. c

    cerigomerjames

    Kent

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 25 July 2022

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Set menu was ok but not great. Service was average but warmed up towards the end. Over priced for what it was really and terrace was shut.

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 1 August 2022Thank you for taking the time to post your review. Looking forward to welcome you back.

  35. JH

    JHLondon

    London

    150 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    150 reviews

    Dined on 16 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been for the brunch a few times, but on this latest visit it feels like the food has moved up a notch. It is plentiful and delicious and the service is excellent. With the bottomless drinks option it is also very good value. We had a drink on the terrace before and after the meal and felt incredibly well looked after. We will be back.

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 25 July 2022Thank you very much for this amazing review. I am extremely delighted that you enjoyed your visit at Aqua and we hope we made a memorable impression on your overall experience. I will definitely share your fantastic feedback with the team.

  36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 July 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    The service was shocking. Staff did not explain the food they were placing on the table. One starter only came out, no drinks, then the rest of the started arrived with the main courses. I made the staff aware of poor service and there was no apology just told it’s busy, you have to wait. No atmosphere and all staff throughout looked so depressed and wished they were not there. Avoid at all costs

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 25 July 2022Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your experience at Aqua and please be assured that we do take your feedback seriously. As a restaurant and as a company, we place a strong emphasis on delivering exceptional quality and experience to our guests, therefore I was concerned to read about your recent experience regarding our service standards. Our management are looking into this matter.

  37. S

    Savvy

    London

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and atmosphere will definitely be going again

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 25 July 2022Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your experience at Aqua and we are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your evening with us. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

  38. SJ

    ShakiraJ

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 9 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an absolutely amazing time, customer service was very personable and they met our every need. The food was 10/10, everything we ordered was delicious we could not fault this restaurant at all. The atmosphere is lovely, very chilled vibes. We’ll definitely be back!

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 25 July 2022Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your experience at Aqua and we are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your evening with us. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

  39. K

    Kekekurly

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 July 2022

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    Expensive for no reason. Portions were very small for an extortionate price in comparison to many other up market restaurants. Cocktails were nice. Service was very slow and poor. Lacks attentiveness. Waiter would just hand out a menu and walk off. Would not return.
  40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thanks to the waiters she was brillant

    Aqua KyotoResponded on 11 July 2022Thank you for taking the time to post your review. Looking forward to welcome you soon!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Aqua Kyoto is rated 4.3 stars by 677 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

19:00


Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Aqua Kyoto

5th Floor, 240 Regent Street, (Entrance on 30 Argyll Street), London, W1B 3BR

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Oxford Street and Argyll Street

  • Area

    Soho

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–14:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–14:45 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–00:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:15

  • Cuisines

    Japanese, Sushi, Japanese (Tempura)

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    None

  • Public Transit

    Oxford Circus Bond Street

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    020 7478 0540

  • Catering

    Authentic Japanese

  • Private party facilities

    Aqua kyoto can be hired exclusively for up to 110 guests seated or 400 standing when hired with adjacent bar aqua spirit.

  • Private party contact

    Thalia Beard: 020 7478 0542

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