Tucked discreetly inside a handsome Grade II‑listed building on Low Pavement Street, Kinu has quietly been redefining Nottingham’s fine‑dining scene — and now, it’s taking things one step further.
The Asian‑inspired restaurant has unveiled a collection of private dining spaces, designed for intimate celebrations where exceptional food and immersive atmosphere take centre stage.
Limited to just 14 guests, these private rooms offer a chance to experience Kinu at its most indulgent.
The menu is deliberately generous in scope, inviting diners to wander across Asia in a single sitting. Plates of immaculately prepared Japanese sushi arrive alongside crispy fried bites, aromatic Thai curries, and wok‑fried noodles perfumed with spice and smoke, before giving way to delicate desserts that bring the evening to a gentle close.
It’s a style of dining that rewards lingering — shared plates, slow conversations and the pleasure of discovery.
Since opening in October 2025, Kinu has quickly established itself as one of the city’s most talked‑about new openings. Spread across 4,400 sq ft, the restaurant feels both expansive and intimate, balancing elegant design with a moody, after‑dark edge. Seating up to 120 guests, the space is softened by velvet textures, deep charcoal tones and carefully chosen Japanese artworks — a backdrop that feels luxurious without ever being showy.
For owner Goz Kar, the launch of private dining was about deepening that sense of connection.
“Our private dining spaces have been designed with celebration and intimacy in mind,” he explains. “We wanted to create somewhere that feels special — a space where people can settle in, share stories, and enjoy food that transports them somewhere else entirely.”
That idea of escapism runs through everything Kinu does.
“It’s much more than a restaurant,” Kar continues.
“We want to bring people together over laughter, joy and an exquisite meal. As an independent restaurant, it’s important to us that originality and authenticity sit at the heart of the experience, offering something genuinely different to the high street.”
Alongside its evening offering, Kinu has also introduced a new lunch menu, available Tuesday to Sunday from 1pm to 5pm. Designed for both relaxed afternoons and indulgent mid‑day escapes, the offer allows diners to choose four dishes from the main menu for £18.95, making the restaurant’s standout cooking surprisingly accessible.
Signature dishes include slow‑braised lamb shoulder cloaked in a velvety massaman sauce, tender pork belly skewers finished in a glossy caramelised glaze, and Karashi Tori double‑fried chicken, crisp on the outside and deeply flavoured within. A highlight for many is the restaurant’s beautifully crafted xiao long bao — pleated dumplings filled with fragrant, steaming broth, made fresh and served with ceremony.
Private dining bookings at Kinu require a £250 deposit, deducted from the final bill, with a minimum spend of £500 including drinks. It’s a commitment, certainly — but one that promises a memorable, transportive dining experience in return.
For those looking to mark an occasion with style, or simply to enjoy Asian‑inspired cooking at its most considered, Kinu’s private dining rooms offer a compelling new destination.
- For bookings and more information, visit: https://www.kinurestaurant.co.uk/contact
