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Food Review: Kima, Greek restaurant, Marylebone, London
- Apr 28
- 3 min read
If you’re a true Londoner, chances are you’ve visited Opso in Marylebone at least once. During my university days, we used to go almost weekly. The same owners have now opened Kima, located just opposite Opso, a more refined and elevated take on Greek dining and naturally, we had to try it.
The menu is intentionally compact, which for me is always a good sign. It usually means each dish has been carefully considered, thoughtfully curated, and executed with real attention to detail.
Starters:
Taramas: We started with a classic and I have to admit I’m quite particular with this dish, as it often ends up overly salty or too fishy. This one, however, was perfectly balanced and incredibly smooth, almost silky in texture. The olive oil crackers added a lovely crunch and an addictive, moreish element. If I could have, I honestly would have finished the whole thing myself.
Greek Salad: Another staple that I wasn’t expecting to be particularly surprised by but every ingredient felt noticeably elevated. The standout was definitely the olive oil, served in a theatrical decanter by the waiter and poured directly over the salad in front of you. You’re then invited to break the cheese yourself and mix everything together, which adds a fun, interactive touch. It was simple, but absolutely delicious, especially with the fresh bread on the side.
Octopus with sherry vinegar caramel: I’m usually not a fan of octopus tentacle dishes, but the combination here caught my attention and it turned out to be a very pleasant surprise. The sweetness of the caramel paired beautifully with the perfectly cooked octopus, creating a really interesting balance of flavours. The leftover sauce is also worth saving for the bread, which makes it even better.
Main + Side:
Red mullet giouvetsi, Greek yoghurt wasabi: We chose to share the red mullet, although it wasn’t immediately clear that the fish would come served on a bed of orzo. The quality of the fish itself was flawless, so fresh and well cooked that it genuinely felt like being transported to a seaside taverna in Greece. The overall dish leaned quite citrusy, which worked beautifully for us, but might not suit those who prefer more subtle flavours.
Smoked potato mash with pickled mustard: We also ordered the smoked potato mash as a side, initially not realising the main came with orzo but I’m glad we did, as the mash itself was delicious. That said, I wasn’t a huge fan of the mustard element on top, and when combined with the fish, the overall plate felt quite rich. In hindsight, a simpler side might have allowed the main dish to shine even more.
Pricing: For the quality of the ingredients, I would say the pricing is fair and well balanced. The service also feels very fine dining: attentive, polished, and genuinely considered.
The fish main, priced at £42, already includes an accompaniment, which makes it feel more justified compared to many places in London where you often pay similar prices for much less on the plate.
Overall, especially in a city where dining out has become increasingly expensive, Kima feels like a place that delivers real value. It’s definitely somewhere I would return to.
Food overall: 9/10
Service: 10/10
Atmosphere: 8/10
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