Umu is a Michelin-starred kaiseki restaurant in Mayfair, London, with 64 seats, counter seating, a private room, and lunch service.
At a glance
- Price
- $$$$
- Seats
- 64
- Cuisine
- Kaiseki
- Price
- Luxury
- Recognition
- Michelin 1 starMichelin starred
Umu occupies a discreet address at 14-16 Bruton Place in Mayfair, offering Kyoto-style kaiseki cuisine in a dining room that seats up to 64 guests. The restaurant holds one Michelin star and three AA Rosettes, and draws on both traditional Japanese technique and ingredients sourced from the British Isles.
The room includes counter seating as well as a private room, giving guests a choice between watching the kitchen at work or dining in a more secluded setting. Umu opened in 2004 and earned its Michelin star within five months, a recognition it has maintained since.
Service runs both lunch and dinner most days of the week. Lunch is served from 12:00 to 14:00 Tuesday through Saturday, with dinner from 18:00 to 22:00 Monday through Saturday. The restaurant is closed on Sundays. Multi-course kaiseki menus are offered alongside seasonal à la carte options, with dishes ranging from simply presented preparations to those finished tableside.
As a luxury-tier restaurant, pricing reflects the format of a multi-course Japanese tasting menu, though exact prices should be confirmed directly with the restaurant. Reservations can be made by phone at 020 7499 8881 or through the restaurant's website, umurestaurant.com.
Good to know
- Does Umu serve lunch?
- Yes, lunch service runs from 12:00 to 14:00 Tuesday through Saturday.
- Is there counter seating at Umu?
- Yes, the restaurant offers counter seating in addition to standard tables and a private room.
- How many seats does Umu have?
- Umu seats up to 64 guests across its dining room, counter, and private room.
- How do I book a table at Umu?
- Reservations can be made by calling 020 7499 8881 or through the restaurant's website, umurestaurant.com.
- Is Umu open on Sundays?
- No, Umu is closed on Sundays.
Details checked October 2, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.
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