Kinjo - Japanese Restaurant, Bar & Grill
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About Kinjo - Japanese Restaurant, Bar & Grill
On Station Rd E in Oxted, Kinjo is a Japanese restaurant, bar and grill where staff greet arriving guests together in unison. The room is spacious with dim lighting and a bar area for seating, and it can get busy and noisy at times. The menu draws on maki rolls, including California and spicy tuna, alongside shishito peppers, yam korokke and salmon carpaccio, with ramen and donburi served in generous portions. Salmon nigiri also appears on the menu. Drinks include cocktails and a yuzu and elderflower lemonade. Kinjo takes walk-ins rather than reservations, and diners are seated as tables become available.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention yam korokke, salmon nigiri, shishito peppers and yuzu elderflower lemonade.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention yam korokke, salmon nigiri, shishito peppers and yuzu elderflower lemonade.
Customer Review Summary
Sushi draws the most praise, with reviewers singling out the California maki and spicy tuna maki rolls, shishito peppers, and yam korokke as favorites, alongside the salmon carpaccio and salmon nigiri and the ramen and donburi with their generous portions. Drinks come up repeatedly too, from the yuzu and elderflower lemonade to the cocktails. Many describe the food as authentic, not "westernised," with flavors and textures left unmodified. Service is called attentive and friendly across nearly every review, with staff greeting guests together at the door and one reviewer's birthday marked with a round of happy birthday from the team. The interior is described as cosy with dim lighting by one visitor and elegant and spacious by another. The single noted drawback, from one reviewer, is that the restaurant can get so busy it turns a bit too noisy. Several reviewers mention returning repeatedly and say they'll be back again.
Customer Review Summary
Sushi draws the most praise, with reviewers singling out the California maki and spicy tuna maki rolls, shishito peppers, and yam korokke as favorites, alongside the salmon carpaccio and salmon nigiri and the ramen and donburi with their generous portions. Drinks come up repeatedly too, from the yuzu and elderflower lemonade to the cocktails. Many describe the food as authentic, not "westernised," with flavors and textures left unmodified. Service is called attentive and friendly across nearly every review, with staff greeting guests together at the door and one reviewer's birthday marked with a round of happy birthday from the team. The interior is described as cosy with dim lighting by one visitor and elegant and spacious by another. The single noted drawback, from one reviewer, is that the restaurant can get so busy it turns a bit too noisy. Several reviewers mention returning repeatedly and say they'll be back again.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Kinjo delivers on every front! The food was incredible, full of flavor, and beautifully prepared, but the outstanding service truly set the experience apart. The entire waitstaff was attentive, friendly, and efficient throughout our meal. A special mention goes to Sabi, the manager, who made our visit unforgettable. Sabi was extremely nice, welcoming, and warm, going above and beyond to make us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. Exceptional food paired with truly thoughtful hospitality—we'll definitely be back soon!”
- Google user
“Visited Kinjo in Oxted with my family and had a fantastic experience. The food was absolutely on point—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The service was just as impressive. Even though we were seated at the bar as a family, the staff went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and well looked after. They were attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming throughout our visit. A great spot with both excellent food and top-tier service. We’ll definitely be back.”
- Google user
“Kinjo is truly one of the best Japanese restaurants not only in Oxford, but in the entire UK. My fiancée and I come here often because every single time we feel incredibly well looked after. The atmosphere is warm, the quality is consistently outstanding, and the whole experience feels authentic from start to finish. I can say this with confidence because I have lived in Japan, so I know what real Japanese cuisine tastes and feels like. Kinjo captures that authenticity beautifully. The food is original, honest, refined, and prepared with real respect for Japanese culinary tradition. It is not a “westernised version” trying to imitate Japanese food — it feels genuinely true to its roots. Every dish shows care, balance, and quality. You can taste the freshness of the ingredients, the precision in the preparation, and the passion behind the kitchen. It is rare to find a place in the UK that delivers this level of authenticity so naturally. For us, Kinjo is not just a restaurant — it is a place we return to with real pleasure and trust. If you love genuine Japanese food, this place is absolutely special. Highly, highly recommended.”
- Google user
“We celebrated my birthday here last night and it was so lovely. You are greeted by the entire staff in unison when you come through the door, the food is prepared beautifully and tastes amazing! They also sang me happy birthday🥲 The staff are so helpful and the ambience/atmosphere is so inviting. Would highly recommend, we’ll definitely be going back.”
- Google user
“The ramen and donburi were absolutely delicious! The portions were so generous that I'm already planning my next visit. The interior is also very elegant, clean, and spacious—perfect for a special occasion.”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
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