Jikoni
Marylebone, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Cross-Cultural Comfort Cooking
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book Jikoni for a relaxed Marylebone meal where lunch is the cleaner value call and dinner is better for atmosphere. It is easiergoing than Trishna and less formal than Roganic v2, making it a strong repeat choice when the group wants comfort, conversation and a central London meeting point.
About Jikoni
Should you book Jikoni in London? Consider it if its opening hours and smart-casual dress code fit your plans. Jikoni is listed in The Good Food Guide 2025 as “GFG Good,” and the schedule is Monday closed; Tuesday 5:30–10 PM; Wednesday to Friday 12–10 PM; Saturday 11 AM–10 PM; and Sunday 11 AM–9 PM.
For someone comparing options in London, the safest approach is practical: check the day, time and dress code before deciding whether Jikoni suits the occasion. If the plan is to compare it with another London restaurant, Trishna is one relevant alternative to consider.
Use it when the practical details fit
Jikoni is in London, the dress code is smart casual, the opening hours include evening service on Tuesday through Sunday, with earlier openings from Wednesday to Sunday. The Good Food Guide 2025 also lists Jikoni as “GFG Good.”
For claims about cuisine, menu format, pricing, service style, seating, drinks or dietary accommodations, consult other sources. For a broader scan before choosing, use our full London restaurants guide; if the meal is part of a larger stay, our full London hotels guide, our full London bars guide, our full London wineries guide and our full London experiences guide are better planning companions than stretching one dinner booking to do too much.
Plan around the hours
Jikoni is closed on Monday. It opens for the evening on Tuesday from 5:30–10 PM, from 12–10 PM Wednesday to Friday, from 11 AM–10 PM on Saturday and from 11 AM–9 PM on Sunday. Those hours make timing the main planning point.
If Jikoni does not fit your date or timing, compare it with other London options such as Il Baretto, The Wallace, Clarette, Roganic v2 or Trishna. Keep the choice practical: select the venue whose hours, dress code and availability best match the occasion.
Planning details
- Location
- 19-21 Blandford St, London W1U 3DH, United Kingdom
- Reservations
- Book on TheFork
- Website
- jikonilondon.com
- Phone
- +44 20 7034 1988
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Jikoni presents a warm, domestically styled dining room that deliberately signals hospitality rather than minimalism or formality. Scatter cushions, individually designed napkins and pastel lampshades give the space a charming, lived-in feel that encourages communal dining. Chef Ravinder Bhogal’s kitchen balances technical command with an approachable register: the place is polished enough to draw critical attention yet relaxed enough to welcome families and locals. The result is a modern, convivial spot in Marylebone that reads less like a staged fine-dining theatre and more like a thoughtfully curated neighbourhood room where cross-cultural flavours are the through line.
Best For
Jikoni fits a range of informal-to-special-occasion uses: it’s at home for weekend brunches and dinners when its culturally layered menu is at full tilt, and it also suits family meals and group dining thanks to its casual, communal layout. The restaurant’s position on Blandford Street makes it an easy neighbourhood stop for regulars, while queues outside signal its popularity for celebratory nights or date nights when you want food that’s both assured and unfussy. Expect a convivial, neighbourhood energy rather than solemn formality.
Ordering Tips
The menu rewards sharing and a willingness to explore cross-cultural plates. Look for signature items—like the Prawn Toast Scotch Egg, Crispy Kale Chaat and slow-cooked Lamb Shoulder—and leave room for dessert (Banana Cake is a known favourite). Dishes often thread local British produce through global techniques, so consider ordering a mix of small and larger plates to taste the kitchen’s range. Because the place is busy and communal, booking in advance is advisable; otherwise be prepared for a short wait to get into a room that fills up with neighbourhood regulars.
Venue details
Ambiance
Vibrant and homely with colorful block print textiles, Indian paintings, patterned tablecloths, and eclectic decor creating a warm, inviting, nostalgic atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Prawn Toast Scotch Egg
- Banana Cake
- Crispy Kale Chaat
- Lamb Shoulder
Planning details
Location
19-21 Blandford St, London W1U 3DH, United Kingdom · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to book if this does not fit
Choose Trishna if the group wants Indian cooking with a clearer splurge signal. Choose Clarette if the priority is a polished Marylebone wine dinner rather than a relaxed lunch or supper.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Marylebone and central London
Trishna is the more obvious splurge if the brief is Indian food with a higher-price signal; choose it when the cuisine category matters more than a relaxed room. Jikoni is the easier recommendation for a softer Marylebone meal, especially at lunch, where the decision is less about ceremony and more about comfort, timing and conversation.
Clarette is the better cross-shop for a wine-led Marylebone evening, while Roganic v2 fits diners who want a more structured destination format. If the group is split between polished and relaxed, Jikoni is the safer middle lane; if the booking is meant to feel like the main event, Roganic v2 has the stronger destination pull.
Il Baretto is the cleaner choice for Italian comfort, The Wallace makes more sense when the meal is tied to a museum plan. Among this set, Jikoni is the practical pick for an easy central table with warmth rather than formality.
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Compare Jikoni
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jikoni | London | ; | The Good Food Guide 2025 | ; |
| Trishna | London | Indian | Star Wine Lists 20262026 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia RecommendedMichelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262026 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #617The Good Food Guide 2025We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star | £££ |
| Clarette | London | No published awards | ; | ; |
| Roganic v2 | London | No published awards | ; | ; |
| Il Baretto | London | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | ; | ; |
| The Wallace | London | No published awards | ; | ; |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Jikoni?
Check Jikoni's current availability directly and plan around its hours: Monday closed; Tuesday 5:30–10 PM; Wednesday to Friday 12–10 PM; Saturday 11 AM–10 PM; and Sunday 11 AM–9 PM.
Does Jikoni handle dietary restrictions?
If you have a specific requirement, contact Jikoni directly before booking rather than assuming it can be handled.
What is Jikoni known for?
Jikoni is known for its London location, smart-casual dress code, opening hours, its Good Food Guide 2025 “GFG Good” listing.
