French-Japanese café to join Covent Garden’s Seven Dials

French-Japanese fusion concept Café Kitsuné is set to open in Covent Garden’s Seven Dials neighbourhood this spring.

The 530 sq ft café at 55 Monmouth Street will become the Kitsuné Group-owned brand’s second UK location, joining its debut site in Belgravia.

With space to accommodate 15 indoor covers and eight al fresco, the café will offer a selection of pastries, cakes, and sandwiches inspired by French and Japanese culture.

Café Kitsuné will look to complement Seven Dials’ existing café and dining scene, which includes the likes of Story Cellar, 26 Grains, Monmouth Coffee Co., The Barbary, The Breakfast Club, and WatchHouse Coffee.

Emma Matus, head of restaurant leasing at Shaftesbury Capital, said: “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 café experience, blending coffee, craft and creativity, which perfectly fits the vibrant Seven Dials neighbourhood.”

Johanna Lellouche, general director at Café Kitsuné, added: “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.”