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    Gaijin Izakaya - Not my picture, stock one from their site to illustrate the Brussels...

    Gaijin Izakaya

    4.7(3 reviews)
    1.4 kmKreis 4

    Been a few times now. Food is always perfect, especially the Omakasa (chefs choice). Staff are…read moreopen, knowledgeable and attentive without being in your face. Brussel Sprouts are astonishing, even if you do not look them usually. Ambience is fitting with a friendly sharing bar and the music not too loud. Can't recommend highly enough.

    Emailed ahead of time to make a reservation. Food was ok to outstanding, depending on the dish. I…read morewanted to try the Omakasa but was overruled. They recommended 6-7 plates for two people. We ordered 5 and it was too much for us. We wanted the wagyu but the portion was too large so we did the Omakasa add on. The wagyu with the rice was just OK, it needed salt, but it was a bite so you don't find out until it's too late to ask. Given this, I'm glad we didn't order the large portion of the wagyu. The meatball wagyu from the Omakasa wagyu add on was amazing!! It was probably the best thing we ate! It had a black crust of some kind surrounding the meatball and it came with a tasty cream sauce. The shrimp tempura was tasty but it felt a little over cooked. The Brussels sprouts were amazing, they had a spicy sauce and shaved tuna flakes, and they were my second favorite dish of the night. The sea bass was really good. The salmon sashimi was in large poke type chunks and the sauce was too thick for my liking-it was my least favorite dish. Had the best server, he was really attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. His wine recommendation, the Zinfandel, was great!! Excellent dinner in Zurich!!

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    Gaijin Izakaya - Shrimp tempura

    Shrimp tempura

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    Ooki - spinach salad, gyoza

    Ooki

    4.1(14 reviews)
    1.2 kmKreis 3

    This place really blew me away. The tonkotsu ramen had absolutely incredible umami flavor and the…read morechicken karaage was super crisp and flavor. I've heard that this place gets busy, but it was easy to make a reservation online and there were plenty of empty tables when I arrived at 8:30pm Tuesday night for a late dinner. The atmosphere is very intimate and very Japanese. I'm a huge fan of the wood paneling everywhere. 10/10 would visit the next time I'm in Zurich.

    This was the top ramen shop I wanted to try out out of all 3 places I wanted to check out. Do y'all…read moreselves a favor....make reservations prior...Zurich is all about making reservations. Me and my friends were lucky enough to just wait 30 minutes to get a table for 4. I ordered their Tonkatsu Ramen. It had a nice solid brothe to it, just missing a slight kick that a tonkatsu ramen generally has but still hella good! The noodles were slightly firm and it accompanied the brothe well. I had a WHOLE egg to myself and it was slightly runny which you know a damn fact makes a ramen more wholesome! The other bits of toppings were good as well. My friend order their Miso ramen which I gave a try and I'll say fora fact that it was lacking a bit in what a Miso ramen stands for. They were TOO generous with the bean sprouts which ruined the whole ramen experience for my friend All in all, I had a solid experience here but can't say the same for my buddy. Definitely them a try!

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    Ooki - Mochi ice cream

    Mochi ice cream

    Ooki - Pork katsu curry

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    Pork katsu curry

    Hato - 4 Kind Nigiri Omakase

    Hato

    4.1(10 reviews)
    1.3 kmKreis 1
    $$$$

    Hato is nothing short of Genius, this may have been the best Asian I've eaten in my life, from the…read moreimpeccable staff, the absolutely gorgeous place, the presentation, the location and the phenomenal food, this place is a must visit when in Zurich. I had the most amazing duck salad I've ever had in my life, with a lemon lime vinaigrette fresh finish, a beautifully prepared perfectly cooked sea bass, accompanied with the perfect sides. I was so full but could not leave out the beautiful desert. Hato is on my top 5 list with Joel Robuchon, French Laundry, morimoto's and Alain Ducasse's worldwide places. Greatness all around...5 stars!!

    My friend and I were celebrating her birthday so I was looking for something special. We both like…read moreJapanese fusion food so when I heard about Hato I knew that this was the place we had to go. I looked at the menu before going and was super excited but to be honest, the host was not very friendly at all. She gave my friend and I a look and apparently we were not up to her standards or maybe she is a snooty person? Our waiter had the same attitude at first, he did not give any explanation on the menu, except that he volunteered info that we could opt for a glass of wine instead of a bottle if we wanted to save some money (not kidding!). However, when the food arrived we were in heaven! All the dishes were AH-MAH-ZING. I honestly don't know what was the best: the Hamachi with yuzu & truffle was super delicious, the dressing complemented the fish instead of overpowering it. I was super hesitant about the eggplant nigiri sushi but my friend wanted it and it surprised me pleasantly. In addition, the sashimi was by far the best one I had in Switzerland. I also want to point out that the matcha chiffon cake was a big hit, even for people like me who are typically not big on desserts. I must also admit that our waiter seemed to mellow up once we ordered food and drinks, he was very happy to give us recommendations of Japanese whiskey to finish our meal and the manager gave us free shots to end the evening - so I guess the initial awkwardness disappeared. However, I still think that restaurants should be welcoming to everyone, regardless of how much they spend, hence, I am not giving it a full 5 star review. So this is a super high 4 star review, overall I had a great night at Hato, maybe 5 star is in their future because I will definitely revisit.

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    Hato - Spicy Tuna Maki (could be more spicy)

    Spicy Tuna Maki (could be more spicy)

    Hato - Yuzu scented Miso Black Cod

    Yuzu scented Miso Black Cod

    Hato - Ceviche

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    Kai Sushi - Chirashi

    Kai Sushi

    3.7(10 reviews)
    0.3 kmKreis 2
    $$$

    Pricey for what they serve. Bar seating has the conveyor belt…read more Service is attentive.Food is ok, can be salty the udon. Nice dark interiors.

    If you're looking for a phenomenal Sushi/dining experience, look no further. From the atmosphere,…read morethe decor, the staff (and by extension the service), to most importantly the food, everything here is top quality. Traditionally, people tend to stick to what they know when it comes to Japanese cuisine/Sushi restaurant. It took us a long time to choose what to have because there's so many fantastic things on the menu, but our waiter, Equiel, helped us tremendously. Equiel was exceptionally knowledgeable of the menu, had a great personality, and was wonderful in his attention to us. Thank you Equiel! Ultimately we had what amounted to between a quarter to half of the menu and shared between us as a group, and this really gave us the opportunity to try out everything. Make no mistake, everything is fantastic here. You can't go wrong with anything. One piece of advice, stay away from the soy sauce at first. Not because it's bad, but because you simply don't need it. The food here is made in an incredibly flavorful manner where nothing more needs to be added to it. Truly not something you see very often in Sushi restaurants. One primary reason for this, is because most pieces come with Soy Sauce Pearls on them, delivering a perfect balance. At the end of the day this place is not cheap, but in the context of Zurich, it's not crazy expensive either, and far more importantly, it's well worth it, and I'd be happy to come here and the other locations of Kai Sushi many times more in the future. Thank you Kai sushi for a wonderful dinner and I hope to visit again soon! Things to try: Kingfish Ceviche, Hot Cheese Roll, Pulled Salmon Salad, Gyuniku Gyoza, Spider Roll, and naturally, sashimi to your hearts content.

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    Kai Sushi - Beef short rib Bento box. 48hr slow-cooked ribs and demi glace sauce, served with green salad, sweet potato chips, and Kaburimaki.

    Beef short rib Bento box. 48hr slow-cooked ribs and demi glace sauce, served with green salad, sweet potato chips, and Kaburimaki.

    Kai Sushi - SURF AND TURF Crevetten. Panko. Avocado. Rinds-Tataki.

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    SURF AND TURF Crevetten. Panko. Avocado. Rinds-Tataki.

    Maki Haus - Dragon Roll

    Maki Haus

    4.6(7 reviews)
    2.6 kmKreis 1

    Its fresh sushi, rich ramen broths, artisanal gyoza, and friendly service make it stand…read moreout--especially in a cozy, low‑key setting. Ideal for a relaxed lunch or dinner, though best with a reservation due to its size. Pros: * Fresh, generously portioned sushi -- reviewers rave about "huge fish portions" and delicious, high-quality taste . * Top-notch ramen-- Tonkotsu and Tantanmen are consistently praised, with one reviewer noting the "delicious Tonkotsu & Tantamen Ramen, authentic flavors, carefully prepared fish, and friendly staff" . * Homemade gyoza and sauces--a highlight for many, "Hand made Gyoza. Even the sauce they serve is hand made" . * Warm, attentive service in a small, inviting space . * Great value for the quality, mid-range pricing around CHF30-40 per person . Cons: * Limited seating, as it's a cozy, compact restaurant--better reserve ahead. * Slightly on the pricier side for ramen or gyoza (~CHF10 for 4 pieces), though fans say it's worth it .

    I really don't understand the other reviews for Maki Haus. My friend and I made a reservation for a…read moreSaturday evening at 7 pm and I was really suspicious that it was completely empty when we arrived on a Saturday evening. We ordered the sashimi mix, the hamachi carpaccio with ponzu, some marinated tofu and sake. We were told that they were out of hamachi so we choose the salmon carpaccio instead. The food was simply disappointing: the salmon carpaccio with shichimi sauce was not sliced thin at all. It looked like salmon sashimi with what looked like a bland black bean sauce. The sauce has not at all the spicy shichimi sauce I was expecting. The sashimi mix was even worse, it was simply sad. It consisted out of 6 slices of tuna and salmon sashimi of very low quality. I swear, I've had better sashimi at the supermarket. In addition, the waitress was rude, she was constantly chatting about on her phone in Mandarin and when we asked for a suggestion of another dish she just shrugged. I asked if they had Yakatori but she seemed to have no clue so we decided to go somewhere else to continue eating. Yes, we went to a second restaurant that evening, unfortunately that was after feeling hugely disappointed by Maki Haus and dropping 90 CHF. Not going again.

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    Maki Haus - Karaage

    Karaage

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    Shin Sushi - Modern interior with traditional concept

    Shin Sushi

    3.8(10 reviews)
    1.9 kmKreis 1

    This was, without question, one of the most memorable dining experiences I've ever had…read more From the moment we arrived, the owner made us feel like honored guests. She is warm, engaging, incredibly knowledgeable, and a true master of her craft. Her passion for both food and wine shines through in every conversation, and her thoughtfully curated wine elevated each course beautifully. The omakase itself was nothing short of extraordinary. Every dish was impeccably prepared, balancing artistry, flavor, and technique. What made the experience especially unique was the culinary journey across Asia--each course was inspired by a different region, telling its own story while seamlessly fitting into the overall progression of the meal. Every bite was intentional, creative, and absolutely delicious. This is so much more than dinner; it's an immersive culinary experience that celebrates the incredible diversity of Asian cuisine with elegance and authenticity. If you appreciate exceptional food, outstanding wine, and genuine hospitality, this restaurant belongs at the very top of your list. I cannot recommend it highly enough and will be returning again.

    We were recommended to come here and it met our the high standards. So this restaurant is not…read moreregular Japanese restaurant it is Omakase which means meals selected by chef. Food quality and selection is top. If you are looking for exceptional experience for authentic Japanese cuisine it is the right place. My taste buds were satisfied with every meal

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    Shin Sushi - Tampura-one cant even taste the oil!

    Tampura-one cant even taste the oil!

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    Shin Sushi

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    Yume Ramen - Vegan ramen 24.5 CHF

    Yume Ramen

    3.8(19 reviews)
    2.0 kmKreis 4

    Reservations required, so I thought this was a great spot. However, vegan ramen and chicken chashu…read morewere very sweet. Noodles were okay. 24.50 CHF for ramen 3 CHF for egg 7.5 CHF for chicken chashu 2 CHF for tap water Very pricey as well, I guess standard for Zurich but still.

    This is my Swiss local's favorite ramen shop she's had in Zurich but for me, I wasn't the biggest…read morefan. We got the Shoyu and the TanTan Ramen. Tantanmen had sesame oil flavors and the shoyu broth was very light but a bit bland for me so I added the extra sauces they had on the table. The noodles are made fresh in restaurant and they have a clear glass so you can see it being made if you're lucky. It was pretty cool watching one of the workers make it. The noodles definitely tasted great and was authentic. This ramen place is a bit on the pricier side and my friend said the prices were noticable raised but she loves this place so much, it didn't bother her. There are public bathrooms downstairs that they keep taken care of. As soon as you sit, they have clear separating glasses between tables which feels very sanitary, I love it. The ramen served is very aesthetic. I love the way they write their slogan on the nori. My favorite part is that they give you a bib to wear which was easy to put on. Both my friend and I definitely needed it because we both had soup spills on our bibs haha service was nice and they have wifi as well. This place seems to get packed very easily!

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    Yume Ramen - This fried chicken Don buri is a reason to live in itself.

    This fried chicken Don buri is a reason to live in itself.

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    Yume Ramen

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    Shinsen - sushi - Updated July 2026

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