Founder and head chef Umesh hails from the mountainous country of Nepal, where home-cooked meals prepared by his mother first shaped his love of flavour and hospitality. At Haku Kitchin, he brings together the comfort of those childhood dishes with the refined techniques of traditional Japanese cuisine, creating a menu where every plate carries the warm, distinctive character of a Nepalese kitchen.
With over 16 years of experience in the restaurant industry, including more than a decade as a sushi chef at renowned restaurants such as Sticks’n’Sushi, Yo Sushi!, HMS Belfast and Hot Stone London, Umesh now presents his personally curated menu in the vibrant North London neighbourhood of Tufnell Park. Each dish is freshly prepared in front of guests at Haku, inviting you to experience this unique meeting of Japanese precision and Nepalese soul. This version is written in a clear, inviting tone suitable for a modern restaurant website.
For parties larger than 4 guests, please contact us directly by phone or email to discuss custom tasting menus and private dining arrangements.
Driven by a deep passion for flavour pairing and elevating simple ingredients into visually striking, memorable dishes.
"Can name 30 different herbs blindfolded."
Specializing in hot cuisine, combining technical precision with a passion for bold, balanced flavours and expertly executed dishes served at their peak
"Enjoys visiting local orchards every Sunday morning."
Dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, combining attentive service, strong product knowledge, and a warm, engaging presence.
"Plays classical cello on his days off."
