Endo at the Rotunda

London, UK

Yokohama-born Endo Kazutoshi is a third-generation sushi master trained in traditional Japanese technique and, although this is a very London-feeling restaurant – the grim view from the top of the former BBC Television Centre isn’t nearly as beautiful as the light-filled interior, which has a counter fashioned from 200-year-old hinoki wood as its centrepiece – it is ultimately a deeply Japanese experience. Kazutoshi believes in building long-lasting relationships with producers and sourcing the best ingredients from British fisherman and farmers, as well as introducing Brits to the delights of multi-course omakase tasting menus, albeit served up with background music and attended to by staff in trainers (Kazutoshi was the group head sushi chef of party-hard Zuma). Expect flawless sashimi, featherlight tempura and creative sushi, handmade behind the counter and much of it eaten by hand, too.

Key Information

Location

8th Floor, The Helios, Television Centre, 101 Wood Lane, White City, London, W12 7FR