Yamatora

Description

Just two minutes from Finchley Road station, Yamatora brings an elegant twist to modern Japanese cuisine and is fast becoming one of Hampstead's most coveted dining destinations.

The menu is a feast of bold Japanese flavours, with over 90% of ingredients imported directly from Japan. Alongside exquisitely fresh sushi, standout dishes include the flaming wagyu nigiri, torched tableside, and kushiyaki skewers, grilled using a centuries-old Japanese technique that gives an unforgettable depth of flavour.

Whether you’re in the mood for a relaxed bottomless brunch, a curated tasting menu, or small plates to share, Yamatora delivers beautiful dishes in a sophisticated setting. Pair your meal with premium sake, international wines, Japanese craft beers, or inventive cocktails. Unwind on the hidden garden terrace (heated and covered during the winter months), or dine in the sleek main restaurant.

Yamatora also caters to private dining, corporate hire, and celebrations of all kinds, whether in the private suite or on the terrace. Full venue hire is also available for larger gatherings. Choose from seated set menus, canapé-style standing receptions, or work with the dedicated events team to create a custom menu. Drinks packages are also available and byob can be arranged, subject to a corkage fee.

Info

  • Brunch, Karaoke, Drinks Tastings
  • Happily Affordable ££
  • Wheelchair Access, Disabled Toilets
  • Smart Casual, Dress to impress
  • Background Music
  • Terrace, Heated Outdoor Space, Outdoor Dining

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 12:00 23:00 Closed 3pm - 5pm
Tuesday 12:00 23:00 Closed 3pm - 5pm
Wednesday 12:00 23:00 Closed 3pm - 5pm
Thursday 12:00 23:00 Closed 3pm - 5pm
Friday 12:00 23:00 Closed 3pm - 5pm
Saturday 12:00 23:00 Open all day
Sunday 12:00 23:00 Open all day

Location

Address

Yamatora, 120 Finchley Road, NW3 5HT

Area

Hampstead

Nearest Station

Finchley Road (Tube)

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves Japanese, European, Fusion, Sushi, Omakase, Seafood, Brunch, Bottomless Brunch, Set Menu, Small Plates, Healthy, Vegetarian Friendly, International, Asian and Ramen food.

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
Secluded Garden Terrace Private Room 40 80 - 1000 1500

SETTING: A hidden gem at the rear of the restaurant offers a serene backdrop for al fresco gatherings. Surrounded by greenery and soft lighting, the space is suitable for wedding receptions, business launch parties and corporate dinners. The retractable cover and heaters ensure this area is comfortable even in colder months, and accounts for the changeable British weather.

DETAILS: 
Seated: up to 40 people
Seated and standing mix: up to 80 people

Lunch
Monday to Friday - 12:00pm - 3pm (Min spend £1000)
Weekend and Bank Holiday - 12:00pm - 4:00pm (Min spend £1500)

Dinner
Sunday to Thursday - 5:30pm - 10:00pm (Min spend £1200)
Friday to Saturday - 5:30pm - 10:00pm (Min spend £1800)

Private Events Suite Private Room 20 40 - 500 600

SETTING: Perfect for more intimate gatherings, with a relaxed yet polished atmosphere and flexible layouts - the entire space can be filled with tables and chairs for dining, or the floor can be cleared to dance. Equipped with an AV setup and karaoke, it’s well suited to business lunches, birthday parties and celebrations.

DETIALS:
Seated: up to 20 people
Seated and standing mix: up to 40 people

Lunch
Monday to Friday - 12:00pm - 3pm (Min spend £500)
Weekend and Bank Holiday - 12:00pm - 4:00pm (Min spend £600)

Dinner
Sunday to Thursday - 6:00pm - 10:00pm (Min spend £800)
Friday to Saturday - 6:00pm - 10:00pm (Min spend £1000)

Venue Exclusive Hire Venue Hire 104 170 - 2000 2700

SETTING: Ideal for large private functions and product launches, with immersive dining across all three spaces - garden terrace and events suite (pictured separately) and also the main dining room (pictured here - featuring elegant interiors and walls adorned with contemporary Japanese art).

DETAILS:
Seated: up to 104 people
Standing: up to 170 people

Lunch
Monday to Friday - 12:00pm - 3pm (Min spend £2000)
Weekend and Bank Holiday - 12:00pm - 4:00pm (Min spend £2700)

Dinner
Sunday to Thursday - 5:30pm - 10:00pm (Min spend £6000)
Friday to Saturday - 5:30pm - 10:00pm (Min spend £8000)



* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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