As London begins to bask in a long-awaited stretch of sunshine, there’s one rooftop destination quietly stealing the spotlight this season — Kioku by Endo. Perched high above the buzz of Central London, this elegant terrace escape is serving up everything needed for the ultimate summer city break… without ever leaving town.
Think crisp glasses of Château Minuty rosé catching the afternoon sun, skyline views stretching across the capital, and beautifully plated contemporary Japanese dishes arriving one after another. It’s giving luxury holiday energy, but with a Zone 1 postcode.
This bank holiday weekend, Kioku’s terrace is the place for long, lazy lunches that effortlessly turn into sunset cocktails. The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between refined and relaxed — sophisticated enough for a special occasion, but equally ideal for spontaneous catch-ups that somehow last all afternoon.
One of the highlights this season is the brand-new Kioku Summer Bento, and honestly, it sounds like the dream lunch situation. Curated by Executive Chef George Gkoregias and his team, the seasonal menu is served in traditional Japanese bento boxes and features delicate chawanmushi, vibrant chirashi, plus a choice of main — all for £40 per person. Even better? Guests can add a chilled glass of Château Minuty rosé for just £9, which feels like a very smart life decision in warm weather.
But the summer plans don’t stop there.
Sake lovers — or anyone looking to pretend they’re suddenly a sake expert for the evening — should keep 24th June firmly in the diary. Kioku will host an exclusive Sake Masterclass from 5pm–7pm, led by Takashi Iwai visiting from Japan. The event will showcase six exceptional sakes from the renowned Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute, including rare expressions spanning 2018–2024 and the Yume Zukuri collaboration with the Master Blender of Suntory Yamazaki.
Add expertly paired canapés into the mix, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most unique tasting experiences in London this summer. At £75 per person, it’s the kind of evening that feels both indulgent and impossibly cool — exactly what rooftop season in London should be about.
Kioku by Endo
6th Floor, The OWO
57 Whitehall
London SW1A 2BX
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