Zuma is a chain of Japanese izakaya-style restaurants founded in 2002 by Rainer Becker and Arjun Waney. The first Zuma location opened in the Knightsbridge area of London, with a concept developed by Becker during his six years working in Tokyo, where he immersed himself in Japanese cuisine and culture.[1] The restaurant features three kitchens: the main kitchen, the sushi counter, and the robata grill. Zuma has expanded globally, with 14 permanent outlets and 8 seasonal locations in various cities worldwide.[2]
Background
Zuma was founded in 2002 by German chef Rainer Becker and investor Arjun Waney.[3] It offers a variety of dishes and modern Japanese cuisine[4] as well as a vegan and vegetarian menu. Zuma serves teriyaki dishes (chicken, beef, and shrimp),