Jidori draws upon the rich tradition of Tokyo yakitori joints, bringing this hugely popular variety of Japanese street food to East London for the first time, from the chef behind The Richmond in Hackney.

The 40 seat restaurant offers a selection of yakitori skewers (focused on using all parts of the chicken) served alongside inventive Japanese small plates and rice dishes. Jidori sources much of its produce from Nama Yasai, (a Lewes-based Japanese agricultural specialist), who supplies both fresh vegetables and herbs, with desserts focused around Jidori's soft serve machine.

The restaurant, designed by Giles Reid (also behind the Shard), is centred around an open kitchen complete with a custom made 'Kama-Asa Shoten’ grill as the centrepiece with minimalist decor (think wood, neat lines and brass trim), and is open for both lunch and dinner. A special Yakitoridon is a lunch exclusive and is also available to take away.

The bar serves a short list of cocktails with Japanese spirits and ingredients, alongside both local and Japanese craft beers, whiskies and sake, celebrating the spirit of true yakitori izakayas.

Jidori is a walk-in only and reservations are not avaliable.

Ideal For

Authentic Japanese food

Signature Dishes

Yakitori skewers grilled over coal, Japanese small plates and rice dishes including Goosnargh chicken, ike jime fish, Spanish yuzu and Japanese herbs and vegetables from Nama Yasai.

Signature Drinks

Japanese spirits, craft beers, whiskies and sakes.