KōL Izakhaya

Great restaurant. Food was yummy and the service decent….once someone realised that we had been seated. There was also a bit of a cold draught, so on cold days it might be a good idea to try and sit a little more “inside”. Well worth a visit.

Lovely restaurant with an upmarket vibe. Menu is appealing. Service was good and prompt. Food is delish - roasted sweet potatoes was a hit. The pork belly was questionable portion size and I found the dumplings lacked flavour, both veg and prawn.

5 Stars – A Must-Visit Japanese Culinary Experience! KOL Izakaya at Hyde Park Corner is an absolute gem. From the moment you step in, the ambiance transports you straight to Japan — sleek, warm, and beautifully designed. The attention to detail in both the service and the food is exceptional. The menu is a perfect blend of traditional Japanese flavors with a modern twist. Every dish we tried was thoughtfully presented and packed with flavor. The sushi was incredibly fresh, the wagyu simply melted in the mouth, and the cocktails were expertly crafted. What truly stood out was the impeccable service — professional, knowledgeable, and warm. Our waitron Carlos took time to explain each dish and offered excellent recommendations. Ask for him by name. Whether you’re a seasoned lover of Japanese cuisine or a first-timer, KOL Izakaya is an experience worth having. Can’t wait to return!

Our waiter was the absolute best this was my first time at a Japanese cultured restaurant so I didn’t really understand the menu too well, but our waiter walked us through it and provided stellar recommendations. Started off with the pork ribs, which were a bit too salty, but were cooked well - 6/10 Then had the king prawns, was an absolute 10/10, hands down the BEST prawns I’ve had, it was cooked to perfection! Last thing we had was the salmon fish, which was also cooked to perfection, I forgot the sauce it was cooked in but it was a solid 8/10 For drinks, we had the plum sake and ginza ninja drinks, for the first time, and they were really good! We didn’t have mains, so our bill wasn’t too bad, but the restaurant in itself is a bit pricey, but it’s definitely worth it for a special occasion! I can’t wait to visit again!

We had a number of exciting things to celebrate - one of them being our anniversary. Well, boy, did the staff and manager go above and beyond to make our first time at KoL truly memorable - from different things to taste to a dessert with the words “happy anniversary” written out in chocolate. The food was absolutely delicious - with a huge menu, one would think there would be room for error, yet, they executed every dish perfectly. We have found our new favourite place. They also serve the best beer on the planet - Asahi, Kirin and Sapporo! Thank you to Sisa and to the manager for being attentive and making our experience one of the best we have ever had. We will be back and cannot wait to try the rest of the menu!