Sora

Sora is a rooftop Japanese restaurant and sushi bar on the seventh floor of Malmaison York, with views across the city skyline. The setting combines an elevated dining room with a rooftop terrace, creating a polished backdrop for a relaxed meal, a romantic evening or a group celebration.

The food is designed for sharing, bringing together sushi and sashimi, robata-grilled specialities, pan-Asian small plates and signature cocktails. Robata cooking adds a smoky grilled element to the menu, while the sushi and sashimi offer a lighter choice for diners looking to build a meal around Japanese classics. Small plates make the restaurant suitable for social dining, with menus that can be enjoyed casually or as part of a longer occasion.

Sora also offers a Japanese-inspired afternoon tea. The format includes sweet and savoury elements such as matcha and miso flavours, sushi and other snack-sized dishes, giving the traditional afternoon ritual an oriental direction. A cocktail pairing is available as part of the afternoon tea experience, adding to its suitability for a leisurely celebration or special daytime booking.

The atmosphere becomes more music-led at weekends, when resident DJs and saxophone players contribute to a livelier evening setting. Sunday afternoon sessions provide a more relaxed way to enjoy the rooftop surroundings, while the wider space can be used for private dining and events. A private dining room accommodates groups of up to 40, and the whole rooftop can also be booked for larger celebrations, subject to the venue’s arrangements.

Sora suits diners seeking Japanese food in a dressed-up rooftop setting, whether for shared plates, sushi, cocktails, afternoon tea or a private occasion. The venue is dog-free, including the terrace, and advance reservations are recommended because popular services can become busy.