If you're looking to host a larger gathering with serious culinary credentials, Kokin in Stratford offers a refined, design-led setting with an atmosphere that quietly impresses. Led by chef Daisuke Shimoyama, formerly of HANNAH in Southbank, Kokin is a modern Japanese restaurant rooted in tradition, with a strong focus on fire-led cooking, seasonal ingredients, and a sense of occasion. It’s the kind of venue that strikes a balance between elegance and warmth – perfect for parties, group celebrations, corporate functions or special events that deserve more than just a standard setting.
Set in the heart of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Kokin is a spacious and contemporary restaurant that can accommodate larger group bookings and exclusive hires, depending on the style and scale of your event. With flexible layout options, the space can be tailored to suit anything from birthday dinners and anniversaries to launch parties or networking evenings.
At Kokin, the fire is central – cherry and apple wood, along with Binchotan charcoal, are used to cook everything from wild tuna collar to crispy-scaled tilefish and perfectly grilled duck breast. The result is a menu packed with flavour and finesse, drawing on Japanese techniques while creating something distinctly its own. For events, bespoke group menus can be arranged, or guests can opt for highlights such as the Temae sushi platter, wood-fired Amadai tilefish, and oyster with smoked celeriac and nabansu jelly.
Looking to make the experience unforgettable? Kokin also offers live tuna breakdown events for private groups – a showstopping culinary ritual where an entire wild bluefin is expertly filleted in front of guests and transformed into a multi-course feast. With warm, minimalist interiors, polished service, and a menu that sparks conversation, Kokin is a destination venue for those seeking something different. Whether you're planning a large dinner, an office celebration or an event that simply needs to make an impact, Kokin delivers Japanese craftsmanship, fire-led drama, and memorable hospitality in equal measure.