Café Kitsuné to open in Covent Garden

French-Japanese fusion brand Café Kitsuné is set to open in London’s Covent Garden in the spring. 

Opening at 55 Monmouth Street, the concept will be the Kitsuné group-owned brand’s second UK location, joining its site in Belgravia. 

The café will cover 530 sq ft with seating for 15 inside and eight al fresco, and it will offer a selection of pastries, cakes and sandwiches inspired by French and Japanese cuisine.

The signing of Café Kitsuné follows a “milestone” year of brand commitments at Covent Garden in 2024, with 55 brands covering almost 100,000 sq ft investing in the destination over the year. 

Johanna Lellouche, general director at Café Kitsuné, said: “At Café Kitsuné we have a strong brand identity, so opening in dynamic, exciting locations that match this is hugely important. 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.” 

Emma Matus, head of restaurant leasing at Shaftesbury Capital, added: “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. 

“Café Kitsuné reimagines the classic experience, blending coffee, craft and creativity, which perfectly fits the vibrant Seven Dials neighbourhood.”