Restaurant
Hinoki
Brest · Finistère
In Brest, Xavier Pensec offers a rare take on Japanese sushi made with carefully selected fish; the restaurant is currently temporarily closed.
- Suggested time
- Varies with the menu, often 1 hour 30 to 3 hours.
- Type of place
- Japanese counter cooking, signature sushi and Breton seafood
- Atmosphere
- An intimate Japanese counter, with the cooking done in front of guests
- Getting there
- 6 rue des Onze-Martyrs, 29200 Brest
Who this place suits
- With family
- 6/10
- As a couple
- 9/10
- With friends
- 8/10
- Solo
- 5/10
- With a dog
- 4/10
- Reduced mobility
- 5/10
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About
Hinoki holds a special place on the Brest dining scene. At 6 rue des Onze-Martyrs, Xavier Pensec has built an intimate Japanese restaurant where the counter becomes the stage for preparation. The chef, a Breton passionate about Japanese culinary culture, brings the precision of sushi to the fish of his region. The experience rests on the selection of fish, the temperature of the rice, precise cutting and serving each piece at the right moment. Watching the chef at work shows the apparent simplicity of a nigiri, the precision of a seasoning and the link between fresh produce and a full meal. In October 2026, the official website announced a temporary closure. Check Xavier Pensec’s latest news and ask directly whether the restaurant has reopened before you go.
What you will see
- Temporarily closed, as announced on the official website in October 2026.
- Chef: Xavier Pensec.
- Omakase-style Japanese menus, depending on the period.
- Japanese skill meets the fish of the Breton coast.
Practical information
- Nearby
- Brest harbour, Les Capucins, the Brest roadstead, the château and the National Maritime Museum
Tips on the spot
- Check whether the restaurant has reopened before you go.
- Sit at the counter to watch the chef at work.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hinoki open?
In October 2026, the official website announced a temporary closure: check whether it has reopened before you go.
Which town is the restaurant in?
Brest, Finistère.
What kind of cuisine is served?
Japanese counter cooking, signature sushi and Breton seafood.
Who is the chef?
Xavier Pensec.
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