Opening on Monmouth Street, it will be the Kitsuné Group’s second UK location, joining its site in Belgravia
The 530sq ft café will have space for 15 covers inside and eight al fresco, and will offer a selection of pastries, cakes and sandwiches inspired by French and Japanese cuisine as well as drinks such as matcha latte, and chai latte.
“At Café Kitsuné we have a strong brand identity, so opening in dynamic, exciting locations that match this is hugely important,” says Johanna Lellouche, general director at Café Kitsuné.
“Located in the heart of the West End’s dining scene, Covent Garden’s Seven Dials neighbourhood will be the ideal home, allowing us to introduce our fusion of French and Japanese flavours to new food enthusiasts.”
The new site will join Seven Dials’ dining scene, which including Story Cellar, 26 Grains, Monmouth Coffee Co., The Barbary, The Breakfast Club, and WatchHouse Coffee.
“As the heart of London’s cultural and dining landscape, we are committed to ensuring that Covent Garden’s line-up of F&B operators remains fresh and ahead of the curve,” says Emma Matus, head of restaurant leasing at landlord Shaftesbury Capital
“Café Kitsuné reimagines the classic café experience, blending coffee, craft and creativity, which perfectly fits the vibrant Seven Dials neighbourhood.”