Kyoto Kitchen in Winchester

Unbelievable food, a brilliant atmosphere and really attentive staff. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back

Highly recommend the taster menu, I really enjoy Japanese food but this definitely included a few things I’d never heard of. Nice and relaxed. Really lovely server didn’t catch his name but really helpful with the descriptions and suggestions (young Asian lad just turned 18!). Would definitely return. Came on Monday 19th August. Would recommend booking as it seemed to fill up quickly!

A fantastic experience, staff were very attentive and took great care of us and made it a wholly relaxed and enjoyable experience. The food was absolutely delicious and the menu is full of creative and interesting flavour combinations. The set menu has a lot of stand outs and the teas on offer pair beautifully. Will no doubt return for more delicious food.

We booked dinner here for a special family occasion.  We gulped a bit at the prices but were hoping for some really excellent food.  Sadly not.  I'm afraid we were very disappointed.  We found everything extremely bland - squid tasted of nothing but salt, the kimchi wasn't fermented but was just raw cabbage in an insipid dressing, monkfish tempura was, again, tasteless.  The vegetarian sushi was positively unpleasant:  tasted of absolutely NOTHING, amongst the worst sushi I've ever had.  The only items which had any flavour - & these went all too quickly - were the ginger & the wasabi.  Honestly Tesco sushi would have been infinitely preferable. Maybe this was an off day but really, if you're charging top-end prices, the food should at least be good.  We certainly wouldn't return, even if someone else were paying.  I actually made myself marmite on toast when I got home as I was starving, having spent over £300 (with only a pint of Asahi each)! So all in all a massive disappointment:  over-priced & mediocre.  Although the service was good :/

Really good food in a great location, with friendly, professional staff to talk us through our choice of menu and drinks. We'll be back next time we visit Winchester

Meant as a romantic meal for two, the experience had been paid for as a wedding gift, due to signal failures on the train we relied on family to pick us up and drive us hastily to have our meal. Despite a reservation for 2, the restaurant accommodated our two extra guests (Mum and Dad) and we had the best time! New to Japanese food, the knowledge of the staff made this a perfect introduction. The food and atmosphere were perfect, each dish explained to us as we went. I will most definitely return for another visit, but not by train! I can’t thank the staff enough for turning a potential disaster into the most wonderful dinner experience.

We went here for my wife's birthday. We are not experts in Japanese cuisine, but have eaten in a few . The food was way beyond our expectations, fresh, beautiful presentation and advice given by the staff was very helpful. We liked the ability to order as we ate, so that we could take our time selecting the next course and vary our original ideas of what we might eat. Sharing the dishes made it a very companionable experience. We cannot fault any aspect of the experience. We thought the table time limitation might rush us but it didn't and the staff were relaxed and informative. I had expected a fairly high bill but when it came we both thought it to be reasonable

Booked here for a celebration meal for 6, checked when booking that Gluten free wouldn’t be a problem and was assured it was not. To keep things simple for the kitchen we all had the set menu for 6 and made sure to explain that one of our party was coeliac, again told this was fine and all food would be gluten free, so disappointing that then on several of the courses the waiter casually said that the accompanying dishes/dipping sauces contained gluten. This made for an unrelaxed evening for us all and one of our group unable to get the full experience. This obviously marred the occasion massively, I did give private feedback on the meal when sent a form the next day hoping that there would be some kind of explanation or reassurance that there had been a mistake but non received. Sadly not the lovely experience we’ve enjoyed many times when situated in Parchment street.

Phenomenal. Staff are knowledgeable and pleasant. Manger is a delight So lovely to support a local business. Went one evening and ordered too much from the a la carte menu, ordered wine at the waiters suggestion (which was perfect) and sake afterwards. Worth every penny. Lovely atmosphere

Came for an anniversary dinner, lovely little restaurant with a great atmosphere even though we came on a week night. Tried the taste of Japan menu, food wqs incredible! Tasted amazing and presented beautifully. We felt it was good value for the amount of food you got, left feeling comfortably full but not stupidly stuffed! The staff were absolutely brilliant. So friendly, helpful and attentive without being at all overbearing. Courses were explained well without feeling like you were being given a lecture! Really enjoyed our evening and will definitely be back!

Great place as always, keep coming back. Friendly staff like Dan at the bar give the place a good atmosphere with great food.

A super visit with a couple of friends. They had been before and are familiar with Japanese cuisine. We were open to a new experience. The food was delicious. Attention to detail from the kitchen. We had the taster menu for 4. It was a great cross section of Japanese food. It was brought to the table in phases with about 3 dishes each time. I was concerned at first that it wouldn’t be enough food for my sporty husband but by pudding, we were all very full and couldn’t eat it! The food was about £50 per person and we had beer and wine on top. They had Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc which is always a winner in my book! Not an inexpensive meal but a real treat. The waiters were super. Explained every step of the courses. All passionate about the food they served. Gopi, Dan, Sol and Artur served us. Occasional long breaks between courses but it was a very busy Saturday night for them. We were quite rushed at the end and asked to take our drinks to finish at the bar while they set up for the next cover. Maybe on a weekday you would be able to remain at the table. We understood their predicament. Try it - we are converts to Japanese cuisine and will revisit!

Unbelievable, always great here but each visit gets better and better (if that's possible...) The staff are great, and the food is exceptional, monkfish tempura and butterfish sashimi are just 2 items I would recommend, it's all wonderful Looking for an authentic Japanese restaurant created by truly passionate staff then try Kyoto, it's phenomenal

Kyoto Kitchen is our favourite restaurant in Winchester. Food is always amazing. Beautifully presented and always tastes fabulous. What more can you ask for?! The service is always impeccable. Tonight Dan looked after us and he was personable, helpful, knowledgable & spot on with his recommendations. Thank you for yet another perfect evening.

Just what I needed this lunchtime. The quality of fish is absolutely outstanding, best sashimi I have had in a long while!

The service was excellent, the food exquisite, and they allowed us to do the taster menu for two but one meat and one vegan.

Old couple. Went for wife's birthday. She said it was one of the best meals she'd ever had. Staff took time to talk to diners, made to feel we were valued customers. We had the "Gourmet Taste of Japan" menu with sake flight. It was excellent with one exception: the accompaniment to the water cake was, er, "challenging". It was replaced immediately. Not worth knocking a point off.

This was an extremely disappointing experience. We used to love visiting Kyoto Kitchen at the previous premises which were intimate with amazing service and quality. When we visited, the service was shambolic, maybe they are still not set up for the number of customers they can accommodate. We had to wait a very long time and the food was unacceptable quality when it arrived. This is a very different location which we understand, but it has really lost something in the ambience. It was previously a pub and a such as very noisy and echoey. On balance, we couldn’t recommend it.

OUTSTANDING! I was treated to the OMAKASE (at the chef's table) for my birthday, and WOW was it incredible! Simply an astonishing evening. Staff incredibly attentive. Food - unbelievable! And the wine was yummy too! Beautiful decor. And the owner, Miff, is just wonderful. Really takes time with his guests to make sure everything is perfect. We've spent many beautiful evenings here, but this night was so special. https://www.tripadvisor.ca/ShowUserReviews-g186300-d3254907-r940200120-Kyoto_Kitchen-Winchester_Hampshire_England.html#

Superb food… not cheap but portions decent and quality excellent Staff were 5* - we took ages & even though they were ready to close didn’t rush us Will def return!

This place is simply outstanding. The set menu is not cheap, but it’s very good value as you experience a wide range of dishes, all brilliant. The service is terrific too

lovely dinner and service - the staff explained the various courses in detail and the food was very good. They accommodated my partner's food allergy without an issue which was appreciated.

Our favourite restaurant so very disappointed this time. We ordered edamame beans and crispy squid to start which were fine. The main course of chicken teriyaki was extremely salty and inedible. .we brought this to the attention of the manager who was very apologetic and offered to bring two fresh plates. The new plates were cold, the vegetables were extremely soft, the chicken had not been freshly cooked and was tough to eat in parts. Unfortunately after this experience sadly we will not be returning.

Taste of Japan menu for two. Excellent service and delicious meal. We will definitely be returning!

As usual another excellent meal here. We have always eaten off the main menu but friends wanted to try the tasting menu. The first round of dishes had us thinking if we had made the right choice as quite small but we should not of worried as dishes got larger and by the end of the meal we were all suitably full. Stand out were the tuna tartare which had a lovely warmth to it, the beef tataki, great sashimi and the always uber light tempura. The dessert were ok but didn't match the savory dishes quality which was a shame but all in all very very good.

Good service today, food very well presented but some dishes were a bit bland, asparagus was stringy and the desert was still partially frozen. The whole menu is seriously overpriced. We ate vegetarian - 4 gyosa for £9, 3 pieces of tofu for £8. Really???? Come on guys, I know this is Winchester but there is such a thing as a rip off. This is one of the few places I actually left still hungry. Won't be back.

Went for the taste of Japan set menu with a few added items, the food was amazing ! The young waiter, who explained each course to us, is a credit to Kyoto! Wish we caught his name. Will return again!

I had the pleasure of dining at Kyoto Kitchen, where the experience was elevated by the outstanding service of Soul. The ambiance was inviting, and the sushi was top-notch. My favorite dish, the Winchester roll, was a delightful combination of flavors that left me craving more. Kyoto Kitchen is a must-visit for sushi lovers, and Soul's attentive service added an extra layer of warmth to the entire dining experience.

We had a fabulous meal at Kyoto. Never had Japanese before, didn't want one of the set menus so spent time before planning what we thought would be good. Our server was brilliant explaining everything to us and suggesting the best way to have what we'd chosen. The order was excellent, starting with three small plates, then the Santen Mori with dynamite roll and then the Gin Dara which was simply amazing. The servers were really happy to chat to us, which we like, but would have been equally happy to deliver the food and disappear if we hadn't engaged with them. Finished with the two Japanese desserts (can't eat English icecream in a Japanese restaurant!) and a cherry blossom tea. A delightful birthday celebration and we will definitely return

Had lunch here and it was amazing . We had the taste of Japan menu . Great variety and the quality of food was amazing . Service was good too and every dish was explained to us. A very pleasant lunch and well worth a visit .

Selected here purely on reviews and a liking for Japanese cuisine, it was also our first visit ever to Winchester. We were not disappointed, Very friendly staff and a nice setting. Any queries re the menu were explained and the food and service were all excellent. Highly recommended

A delicious journey through Japanese traditional flavours, local ingredients and very friendly welcoming staff. Highlights were the beef carpaccio and black cod gyoza. Would and will highly recommend! Well done team at Kyoto, you have got the perfect balance of atmosphere and food! Long may your successes last! Thank you PS the fern and moss wall has left its lasting memory on me, now to making my own…

Once a quarter myself and two friends venture somewhere special for a very good lunch. We like to dine well. One of us is a very accomplished chef. We've sampled a lot of great food at many great restaurants. We choose carefully and don't visit...

Just wanted a say a massive thank you for an amazing evening last night, you made it a real highlight for us. We travelled from Guildford for my birthday treat and are so glad we did. From start to finish the service was impeccable and made us feel very comfortable, welcomed and special. The tasting menu we will remember for a long time - our favourite was the chicken with soy marinade and the sashimi course. Outstanding! We can't wait to come back and wish we had booked the rooms rather than staying elsewhere. I also didn't realise until googling you afterwards how recently you had opened. Superb job.

Artui was really friendly, and helpful with the menu choices and the sake choices. We made sure that we booked with enough time to explore the menu as we went along, the kitchen closes for lunch at 14:00, so booking a table for 13:00 gave...

Absolutely amazing restaurant! The food was excellent, the service was fantastic and the ambience was great! Every dish was cooked to perfection and presented perfectly. A real taste of Japan; in Winchester…

Stunning lunch - can’t wait to go back for dinner! The warm welcome as we arrived on a rainy afternoon set the tone for pitch perfect service throughout the meal - unhurried yet efficient, friendly, relaxed and informative. The ambience was great - classy but...

We visited Kyoto Kitchen as a work group of 16 last night. We were seated in the private dining room space which was ideal for our group. Many of the group hadn't had an experience of Japanese food before visiting so were a little apprehensive....

Yet another exemplary experience for my wife’s birthday. First time in the new location, have to admit they’ve done an incredible job, making much larger but somehow keeping the intimacy. Enhanced with the very friendly staff, including guided tour of the kitchens and renovations. A...

This was our second visit to Kyoto Kitchen, previously we had been to their Parchment Street venue. The food was delicious and the new restaurant beautiful. There was a lovely atmosphere and it has been decorated to a high standard. It’s not cheap, but you...

I had heard great things about Kyoto Kitchen, so we took friends there for dinner. We were hoping it would be excellent - it was. A friendly and professional; team of staff, all knowledgeable about the menu and happy to offer advice (this proved very...

Stunning, best Japanese food outside of London.Thank you for keeping the kitchen open for an extra 30 mintutes for us.

We had a delicious meal that was served by friendly and professional staff. We love our Japanese food. We went for the taster menu to get an understanding of the flavours the chef wanted to present. We were not disappointed. From start to finish the...

My wife and I went with another couple and ordered the set meals at £49.95 each person....The food is awful and not a lot of it..Big chunks of greasy chicken and only small chop sticks and a small flat plate to use, no thought gone...

We have been eating at Kyoto Kitchen for years, this is our first time at the new venue. First impressions; the place looks great, unfortunately the usual first class service was a bit hit and miss today, once seated it was a while before anyone...

On arrival we were greeted by a host /member of staff who did not hold back his disapproval that we did not book a table in advance, setting negative tone straight from the beginning. The service was extremely slow, even though half of the restaurant...

Very good Japanese food great service my kids love tempura king prawns so Yami definitely going back again soon ……thanks for everything.

This was my first experience at a sushi restaurant. My wife is gluten free so restaurants can sometimes be a problem. We wanted to try thier taster menu so emailed them in advance as half of it contained gluten. They were amazing and organised a...

Didn’t know what to expect on our visit and wow 🤩 what a fantastic experience it was and must return for the set menu which looked amazing ,one of the best meals I’ve ever had and would strongly recommend it and try the teriyaki salmon

Exceptional meal at the new venue. The food is still exquisite and the service has gone up a notch. Artur, Finn and Charlotte were attentive and informative as well as so welcoming and friendly. Can’t wait to go back

Really good atmosphere, great service with lovely waiters, food is excellent and it’s well worth the money. We had a favourite of dishes from the grill, sushi menu and smaller plates menu. Everything was delicious, even the kimchi. Beer was really good too and the...

We're visiting Winchester, and saw Kyoto Kitchen with the noren discreetly beckoning to us in the morning as we walked to the city centre from Chesil Steet Long Stay carpark. So, we looked at the menu and decided to go for dinner. No reservation but...

Absolutely stunning food and service. Cannot fault it. Would definitely recommend 5 stars The service was excellent and the restaurant was gorgeously presented

Amazing meal last night. The set meal for 4 people was delicious. The staff were very knowledgeable and attentive. Perfect for a birthday meal.

What a change from the Parchment St location! Following the transformation taking place on socials this was a big project with the inevitable snags along the way. This location is a lot larger and has a paired back interior that suits the Japanese cuisine served....

Ushered in from the rain even tho they weren’t quite open, we were made to feel welcome and our waiter Abdul was a mind of information and guidance about the menu. My daughter and I will definitely return for more, it was a little culinary...

Excellent. Staff professional food to die for. Go if you get a chance. Suggest booking. The scallops ume was supurb.

Miff is the most charming and informative host. He and his whole team deliver beautiful food with flair and true passion. It was my first venture into Japanese cuisine, and I hope not my last.

We had a sibling reunion, which was, for us, a special occasion. Kyoto Kitchen was the perfect venue. We could chat without feeling overheard. We laughed out loud without annoying others. The food was beautifully cooked and we enjoyed every morsel washed down with the...

Delicious sushi with a great selection of hot food for those who aren’t sushi fans. Great service and lovely atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Only open a week in their new, larger venue and yet Kyoto Kitchen delivers the same high quality Japanese food that it did before. We ate a selection of the small plates. Particular highlights were the scallop and shiso leaf as well as the miso...

Fantastic food and service. We were gifted a voucher for Kyoto Kitchen and the meal we had was amazing. Incredible Sashimi and very friendly staff.

This is some of the best Sushi we have ever had! A tiny place, and luckily we found it before our trip to Winchester, so managed to get a table booked in advance. So glad we did, the food was unreal, and the locally grown...

I bought my mother in law here for her birthday as she wanted to try something different. This would be my second time visiting Kyoto Kitchen and it won't be my last The food is exceptional. There is so much to try. It is presented...

The food was amazing, staff excellent, and we had a full range of dishes to try - highlights were the rolls, but the edamame was brilliant, as was the soup and all the other dishes we tried out. The wagyu beef melted like butter, and...

We started popping in for Tuesday lunch other few weeks. We had the Taste of Japan for 2 last visit. My Wife is coeliac and they adjusted the menu for us. It was lovely and real mix of dishes that we don't usually eat. We...

I booked this restaurant for my husbands birthday, and I am so glad I did! We had the gourmet tasting menu and it was unbelievably good. Every single course was amazing and just got better as we went on. The hot sake was absolutely delicious,...

Thank you so much for ankther amazing experience. My partner and I came just over a year ago and we have been waiting for the opportunity to come back ever since. All of our food was amazing, and we both ejoyed it all. Standout dish...

Lovely place for a meal out. Were on a holiday and saw this on TripAdvisor. The food and the service were amazing. We were very impressed with the menu. Had a very good choice for vegetarians. Ample of parking space nearby. Will definitely visit again...

A cosy restaurant with absolutely great food. We tried the miso soup, chicken Yakkatori, monkfish tatsuta-age, and 2 rolls (unagi & volcano) every item came quickly and was absolutely delicious. The miso soup was especially good so we ordered another at the end of our...

Unbelievable food! Some of the best sushi I’ve ever had! Quite a small restaurant but not cramped, the service from Dylan, Flo and Peter was absolutely fantastic! They made me feel welcome from the moment I walked through the door right up until I left!...

We're not vegans but had the vegan set menu and it was some of the best Japanese food we've had. So much thought had gone into every course.

My wife loves sushi and Japanese food in general so I've wanted to take her here for a few years now. Covid and other things got in the way but we finally went last night and it was well worth the wait. The staff are...

This wonderful dining experience is the most delightful and delicious way to treat your taste buds. The subtle layers of flavours are a real delight. The friendliness and knowledge of the staff perfctly compliment the outstanding food. I can't recommend this sensory gem enough the...

Mayumi and Mahiro were amazing. Beautiful and lovely staff. Food was just as amazing. Thank you, will definitely be back!

I went to Kyoto Kitchen for dinner and I had the best experience. Florence and Lina looked really looked after us and made this evening so lovely. The food was amazing, never had better Japanese food in my life!! Overall an incredible evening in a...

This has been one of our favorite restaurants for years but yesterday was our first visit since chef Onami has revamped the menu. This time we didn't book as we had booked previously and had to cancel because we were both unwell. When we arrived...

Really enjoyed our visit here with only a few negatives which I've shown below. I'm vegan but couldn't have a tasting menu all to myself as it's for two people. When I asked the waitress what was suitable from the menu she didn't have any...

Our first time at this fine establishment and it did not disappoint. Absolutely exceptional in every way. A real taste of Japan with the food, drink and atmosphere in the restaurant. A big thank you to our superb waiter Dylan, who couldn’t have done more...

Our first visit to Kyoto Kitchen and our first Japanese meal. The service was brilliant and all the staff were on hand to make sure everything was good. We asked for advice and decided on a set menu. This meant we could sample a wide...

What a lovely little restaurant. The food, staff and decor are all amazing. We will definitely go back for another meal. Had the set menu and it was fabulous.

My wife and I had an out of body experience last night. We ate at Kyoto Kitchen. If you haven't been yet, you simply must. With the addition of Chef Onami, the restaurant has gone from excellent to sublime. My wife and I are still...

Excellent Japanese restaurant in the heart of Winchester. You know you're onto a winner when you can see people queuing outside waiting for the restaurant to open! We opted for the gourmet tasting menu of 5 courses and we were not disappointed. The food was...

We had the best meal on Thursday night. The service was fantastic and the food completely delicious! All the staff are so attentive especially Dylan who was the perfect host! We will definitely be back for some more fabulous food!! Thank you!!

Went there for lunch and the food was amazing and authentic. Prices reasonable and much better than the many top tier restaurants in London which I frequent and am disappointed with . Hope they open in London as am sure there will be no shortage...

Superb restaurant, a nice relaxed intimate experience with a choice of al a carte menu and set menus. We had the set menu and it was amazing, we paired it with the sake which was intriguing as we had not had sake before. The sake...

Our 3rd visit and won’t be our last! This is a fabulous little restaurant serving delicious exquisitely presented food. Try one of the set menus if it’s your 1st time or go off piste with the a la carte! Staff are very friendly and attentive,...

This was our second time returning, as we came back in Feb 2021. Both times we have had the most amazing experience, the staff are very attentive, the food comes out in perfect timing. The Seared Hampshire Beef Roll is absolutely outstanding. The food is...

I cannot recommend this restaurant more. My husband and I came here with our 7 month old son to celebrate our first year wedding anniversary and it was the most perfect evening. Our son was welcomed and embraced and we didn't for a second feel...

A very friendly welcome at this little restaurant where the maitre d seemed to know half the guests by name. The quality of the food was extraordinarily high, as good as can be expected in Japan and portions surprisingly large too. The sea bass tempura...

Myself and my husband visited and were blown away. The service from the moment we arrived to the moment we left was flawless and the food was divine, so fresh and full of flavour. The wagyu beef nigiri was sublime, worth every penny. Will certainly...

A co-worker told me about Kyoto Kitchen, she said that it is a must go if you really like japonese food. I live just 35 min away by train so I made the reservation. Excellent service, cozy place, and the most important part, the food,...

My husband and I, once a year (minimum!) make the 4 hour drive to Winchester with the main purpose being to eat at Kyoto kitchen and it never disappoints. Sensational food, friendly atmosphere and amazing service. See you soon!

This had been our favorite restaurant for years, there is always a friendly welcome and the food is very good too. The new head chef who, came from Canada, has created new dishes as well as keeping the old favorites. I went for dinner along...

We couldn’t recommend visiting here enough! Thank you to all the staff who looked after us and helped us celebrate a special occasion. Everyone was so attentive, friendly and knowledgeable, we couldn’t have asked for more. Their passion about their menu was next to none...

I came here for a birthday meal with my family and was so pleased with the whole experience. The vegan options are amongst the best I've ever had and really unique. I chose to have the paired sake with each course of the tasting menu...

Our 11yo daughter’s first visit to an authentic Japanese restaurant and it was everything she’d hoped. Attentive service from the moment we arrived, a varied and interesting menu with knowledgeable staff and advice. The food was absolutely amazing, each mouthful was bursting with flavour and...

Very good meal at Kyoto Kitchen. Great attentive service, amazing food and a nice relaxed vibe in the restaurant. This place was up there with the best and most authentic Japanese food I've had in the UK, and would hold its own with a lot...

We visited Kyoto Kitchen this evening with very high expectations having heard several rave reviews and it did not disappoint. The atmosphere in the restaurant was intimate and relaxed. The staff could not have been more attentive and their menu knowledge was extensive. When the...

Firstly, to have an independent restaurant locally is becoming a rarity, so thank you. To have one with such fantastic food and personal service is just wonderful. The relationship between the team and their customers is like a conversation between old friends. It was an...