ondon-based Thesleff Group is a hospitality collective creating distinctive restaurants, bars and immersive dining experiences. Founded by Markus Thesleff, the group’s portfolio includes Los Mochis, Sale e Pepe, Sale e Pepe Mare at The Langham, MA/NA Mayfair, Viajante87, LUNA Omakase and JUNO Omakase. Each venue has its own identity, but all are united by a focus on exceptional food and drink, bold design, warm hospitality and memorable experiences. From London’s smallest omakase restaurant and a World’s 50 Best Bars-recognised cocktail bar to large-scale destination restaurants, the group creates concepts that are both commercially successful and culturally relevant. Luxury hospitality brand Los Mochis is renowned for blending Mexican and Japanese cuisine with high-energy, experience-led dining. With locations in Notting Hill and London City, Los Mochis has become known for making luxury dining more inclusive without compromising on quality or creativity. Each of the two Los Mochis venues is designed to deliver more than just a meal, with a strong focus on memorable guest experiences, world-class hospitality, and cultural storytelling. From intimate omakase counters and late-night terraces to large-scale social dining spaces, Los Mochis caters to both local and international guests seeking premium dining and entertainment experiences in London. “Our signature offering is the creation of immersive, high-energy dining destinations that seamlessly blend exceptional cuisine, design, music and hospitality under one roof,” explains Markus Thesleff, CEO and Founder. “Rather than focusing solely on food, we position ourselves as a lifestyle brand in the entertainment business, creating spaces where guests come to spend time, celebrate and connect.” The Group is particularly proud of its commitment to inclusivity through its extensive gluten-free and nut-free offering, which allows guests with dietary restrictions to enjoy premium dining experiences at a level rarely seen within luxury hospitality. This combination of world-class hospitality, entertainment and accessibility is what sets Los Mochis apart within the market. The business has experienced exceptional growth, expanding from a single neighbourhood restaurant into a multi-site luxury hospitality brand with internationally recognised concepts including LUNA Omakase and JUNO Omakase, while continuing to attract both local and international guests seeking premium experiences rather than simply dining out. Over the last 12 months in particular, Los Mochis has reached several important milestones across growth, brand recognition and operational Most Vibrant Cultural Cuisine Fusion Experience 2026 – London Los Mochis is a global pioneer of pairing Mexican and Japanese cuisines, showing off the vibrancy, passion, and heat of Mexico whilst celebrating the cool elegance and precision of Japan. L scale, with Thesleff Group having successfully scaled up while maintaining a strong focus on guest experience, service standards and brand identity across all venues. In addition, the business has laid the foundations for international expansion, demonstrating confidence in the long-term scalability of the brand and its ability to resonate with audiences beyond the UK market. “We have strengthened our reputation as a leader within experiential hospitality, with Los Mochis becoming widely recognised for creating destination venues that attract both London residents and international visitors,” Markus elaborates. “This has led to strong repeat business, consistently high demand and increasing visibility within the luxury, fashion, entertainment and travel sectors.” The Group’s approach begins with recruiting kind, passionate people who genuinely care about hospitality. Skills can be taught, but warmth, integrity and the desire to make guests happy are essential, with every team member understanding that they contribute to the overall guest experience, whether working in the kitchen, behind the bar or on the restaurant floor. Whilst each venue has its own distinctive energy, the guiding principles remain the same: guests should immediately feel recognised, comfortable and excited to be there. Teams are briefed ahead of every service on reservations, preferences and specific requirements, allowing them to anticipate guests’ needs from the moment they arrive. Guest feedback is also regularly reviewed and shared across the business, allowing the Group to respond quickly and continually improve, with the aim to become slightly better every day, while empowering its teams to make confident decisions that can turn a good visit into an exceptional one. The Group is certainly hitting the mark when it comes to providing a great entertainment experience, having gained notable recognition in the Hospitality Awards 2026, where it received the accolade of Most Vibrant Cultural Cuisine Fusion Experience 2026 – London. Now, the future is focused on strengthening its London portfolio whilst taking Thesleff Group into its next stage of growth. For the remainder of 2026, the emphasis will remain on its newest openings whilst introducing new menus, partnerships and guest experiences across the wider portfolio. Beyond 2026, international expansion begins with a flagship Los Mochis restaurant at One Beverly Hills, anchored by Aman Hotels, scheduled to open in 2028. Contact: Bianca McNab Company: Los Mochis/Thesleff Group Web Address: www.losmochis.co.uk Hospitality Awards 2026 | 33
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