If you’re planning a special night out in London, or just want to eat somewhere unique, Roka Mayfair belongs on your list.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything worth knowing before you go. From the Roka Mayfair menu, what to order, and how to get a table.
Roka Mayfair
Roka Mayfair is part of the Azumi Group’s ROKA portfolio, which now spans London, Dubai, Istanbul, Kuwait, Bahrain, Mallorca, and Riyadh.
The Mayfair location is at 30 North Audley Street, London, and it’s been one of the go-to addresses for Japanese robatayaki in this part of the city since it opened.
The concept behind ROKA is robatayaki: a Japanese style of cooking where food is grilled slowly over hot charcoal.
If you’re basing yourself nearby and looking for things to do in Mayfair, an evening here makes for one of the neighbourhood’s best dining experiences.
Explore the Roka Mayfair menu
The Roka Mayfair menu is split across several sections: snacks, salads and tempura; sushi and sashimi; robata grill; and desserts. There are also set menus and a drinks menu built around sake, Japanese whisky, and cocktails.
The Roka menu Mayfair also includes set Teishoku lunch menus starting from £38 per person (two courses, starters to share plus one main each), which is genuinely good value for the quality you’re getting.
| Section | Example dishes | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Snacks and starters | Steamed edamame, chicken karaage, miso soup | £5.80 to £19.50 |
| Tempura | Rock shrimp tempura, tiger prawn tempura | £14.00 to £19.00 |
| Maki rolls | Soft shell crab maki, crispy prawn maki, spicy tuna maki | £11.00 to £17.00 |
| Sashimi and nigiri | Fatty tuna, yellowtail, salmon, seabream | £9.80 to £44.00 (platter for 2) |
| Robata meat | Chicken skewers, lamb cutlets, wagyu sirloin | £9.50 to £103.00 |
| Robata seafood | Black cod, salmon teriyaki, tiger prawns | £21.00 to £39.50 |
| Desserts | Miso crème brûlée, mochi, dark chocolate and matcha pudding | £8.00 to £18.00 |
A 14.5% discretionary service charge is added to your bill. The restaurant is transparent about this, and prices on the menu are listed before the addition of service. Budget around £60 to £90 per person for a full meal with drinks, though it’s easy to spend more if you go for the Wagyu or extensive sashimi selections.
Walk-ins are welcome for lunch, but we suggest making a reservation. There’s also a ROKA x Suntory Happy Hour menu for drinks.
Planning your evening in the area? The Mayfair neighbourhood guide covers what’s around before and after dinner.
Experience the Roka brunch Mayfair
ROKA serves brunch, which has become one of the most popular brunch spots in London.
It’s worth knowing that Roka brunch Mayfair is not always available at the North Audley Street site in the same format as at other ROKA locations; the Charlotte Street, Canary Wharf, and Aldwych branches tend to offer the dedicated weekend brunch experience.
That said, Mayfair runs the Teishoku set menus at lunch and regularly announces special occasion brunch events.
Signature dishes and Japanese cuisine
The kitchen at Roka Mayfair runs on three stations working in parallel. The robata grill, the sushi counter, and the main kitchen.
That’s what makes ordering here feel different from a standard restaurant. You’re not progressing through a single linear menu; dishes arrive as they’re ready from whichever station is preparing them. It’s best for sharing and is ideal for groups.
For the grill, dishes cook over Japanese oak charcoal at very high heat, which gives the proteins a particular flavour you don’t get from a standard grill.
The sashimi and nigiri selection is extensive. You can order individual pieces from £9.80 (seabass or seabream per piece) up to £21.60 for fatty tuna (o-toro).
From the main kitchen, specials are in constant rotation depending on season and availability.
Atmosphere and dining at Roka Mayfair
Japanese architect Noriyoshi Muramatsu designed the interior of ROKA Mayfair. The Mayfair site uses warm timber, a long wooden counter facing the open kitchen, and enough ambient lighting to make the space feel comfortable.
| Factor | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Noise level | Lively, especially evenings. Not a quiet dinner venue |
| Dress code | Smart casual. No strict enforcement, but the clientele tends to dress well |
| Group dining | Private dining room for up to 24 guests available |
| Dietary options | Strong vegan (VG) and gluten-free (GF) options clearly marked on the menu |
| Bar | Full cocktail bar; seasonal cocktails, Japanese whisky, sake, and wine |
| Google rating | 4.3/5 from over 5,600 reviews |
How to book your table
Booking is easy, and we highly recommend that you do so. ROKA Mayfair takes reservations through its own website at rokarestaurant.com, as well as through TheFork and OpenTable.
Walk-ins are possible, particularly for lunch and at the counter, but for dinner at the weekend you should book in advance. Tables go fast, especially on Friday and Saturday evenings.
For group bookings of six or more, the restaurant has a dedicated group dining enquiry form.
One thing worth knowing is that ROKA runs seasonal events and special menus tied to dates like Father’s Day, bank holidays, and the festive period.
Check the What’s On page before booking if you’re visiting around one of these dates, as the menu format may differ from a standard evening service.
Plan your visit to Roka Mayfair and stay close by with Urban Retreat Apartments
Roka Mayfair is the kind of restaurant that offers top-tier Japanese dining in a fun atmosphere.
The Roka Mayfair menu covers many different styles and proteins that you can spend an entire evening eating through it without repeating yourself.
Staying in Mayfair puts you within walking distance of everything: the restaurant itself, Bond Street shopping, Hyde Park, and much more.
Urban Retreat Apartments offers a range of luxury boutique apartments in Mayfair, from one-bedroom options for couples to four-bedroom properties for families and groups.
If you’re planning a trip around dining, theatre, or simply exploring the city properly, get in touch with the team or browse available properties to find the right base for your stay.
