I tried the Special Miso Ramen at Takumi 1st in Dusseldorf recently. FI'd give the overall…read moreexperience 8.3/10: - Soup: 9/10: Authentic/hearty - Noodle: 8/10: Doesn't "grab" onto the soup, a bit too tough/undercooked even after soaking still - Meat: 7.5/10: Decently cooked, cut was okay - Condiments: 7.8/10: Nice variety but not perfect balance - Atmosphere: 8.5/10The restaurant felt like ones in Japan which was nice. - Price: 8/10

After traveling around Switzerland for a week, it got to that point in the trip where we…read moredesperately needed Asian food. We were passing through Düsseldorf for half a day and saw they're known for their Japanese food, so we decided to check out Takumi! They have both indoor and outdoor seating available. AJITAMA TONKOTSU RAMEN: I'm a tonkotsu person and almost always order this over other types of ramen. Not sure if I was just so severely deprived of Asian food, but I felt Takumi's tonkotsu ramen ranked pretty high on my list! And coming from SoCal as well as having lived down the street from both major Japanese food hubs in Los Angeles, that's saying a lot! Good amount of pork, the noodles were cooked to the perfect texture, and the broth was rich without being overly salty. I don't usually enjoy other types of ramen so I can't speak for those items from their menu. But I slurped my entire bowl of tonkotsu ramen dry! KARAAGE: Large pieces with crispy exterior and super juicy interiors! I wasn't expecting much but in the end I was super happy we ordered this. Overall, amazing tonkotsu ramen located in Düsseldorf's Little Tokyo.

Das japanische Omelette lag sehr schwer im Magen. Die Mochi bacon für neun Euro waren für uns…read moreüberteuert und die japanischen Karage waren auch nicht unsers. Da hat takumi deutlich bessere. Das einzige was gut war waren die takoyaki. Insgesamt ein sehr schweres Gericht mit ok Geschmack, und relativ hochpreisigen Gerichten wo wir nicht nochmal hinkommen werden

FOOD & DRINKS Okonomiyaki in Düsseldorf is not very common…read more That is why I wanted to see how good it actually is. If I am not mistaken, what they serve here is the Osaka style okonomiyaki where everything is mixed in the batter and served as a thick pancake. I much prefer the Hiroshima style where it is more of a thin pancake and the ingredients sit on top of that and also often comes with fried noodles. It gives more layers of texture and is less heavy on the stomach. But that is just my personal preference. Osaka style oknomiyaki can be pretty filling and I did the mistake in ordering it with the fried chicken. Batter on batter and on top of that with Japanese potato salad. While the size of the pancake is pretty small, it can fill you up in no time. And if not then just add some protein and cheese on top. You won't go home hungry. The execution of the okonomiyaki is fine. I am just not a fan of this style because the pancake can be so dense. That is just me though. Other than that I would have preferred to do it myself. I also find it more fun that way but having an experienced chef to do it for you is by no means a bad thing for the majority of customers. Furthermore I'm happy to see that they also offer vegetarian items. SERVICE I think the service was alright. It felt very formal which is not my preferred style of service but that doesn't make it bad. You will be in good hands. ATMOSPHERE Here comes what I think is the big seller of this restaurant besides of the okonomiyaki. The decoration is just phenomenal but also very untypical for most oknomiyaki restaurants you find throughout Japan which are more simplistic. While most of the other Japanese style restaurants in the area definitely try to adopt and make a more modern approach to interior design, this place takes a slightly different direction. This place is packed with decorations about Japan. From the traditional big lamps to the japanese sake containers on the wall to the cute details all around. This place wants to make you feel as if you were in Japan not just by the food but also with their sense of decoration. RATING This place can be packed if you come here with a group of more than two and want to sit at a table. I highly recommend to reserve a table to make sure you don't have to wait too long. Come here if you miss Japan or if you want to immerse yourself into Japanese culture. This restaurant is worth trying out! NOTE One review mentioned that you can't get oknomiyaki for dinner. That is not true. You can get it every day for dinner. That is what they are known for. Just make sure to check when the kitchen closes. You can't get them too late into the evening.

Super fast service like the speed of a Shinkansen! The food was out in seconds…read more Everything was incredibly delicious. Tastes just like in Japan. There is some bar seating and a few tables inside as it seems to be mostly a takeaway spot. They do not accept credit card (only German EC debit card or cash). Highly recommended if you are looking for a quick and delicious lunch!

So wonderful to eat a hot bowl of soup in Germany's cold weather. A hidden gem excellent service,…read morethe only thing you need to remember is that you need Euros to pay unless you have a German Debt Card.

Bestes Sushi All You Can Eat auf Gottes grüner Erde…read more Unzählige Male dort gewesen und kein einziges Mal enttäuscht. Das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis ist top; alle Items sind wirklich qualitativ überdurchschnittlich und richtig frisch. Würde man auch nur die Hälfte der Menge die man dort am Abend verputzt in einer Sushi Bar holen oder bei einem Caterer bestellen, wäre man locker um die 80€ los. Wärmste Empfehlung

FOOD & DRINKS Another day, another visit to a Ramen…read morerestaurant in Düsseldorf. I went with the recommendation and ordered the Mali Tora Soba. The soup was very oily. I would say a bit too much for my liking. It also wasn't really spicy just in case you are afraid it will burn your tastebuds. Instead it was more fragrant and I strongly believe the reason for that is because of the famous Chinese chili oil they added to the broth. In particular the one with crisp chilis. The minced meat did not have too much flavor. Overall it was still a nice bowl of ramen. SERVICE Unfortunately the service felt rushed and busy. ATMOSPHERE Sadly they still haven't opened the restaurant for dining inside. RATING Personally I would only come back again if I can eat inside the restaurant to enjoy the Japanese flair and I would skip the recommendation and try something else. It wasn't bad but it wasn't special enough.

Die Curries der absolute Wahnsinn…read more Sind zwar ziemlich teuer, dafür immer frisch, seit Jahren gleichbleibend hervorragende Qualität und wirklich üppig. Eine To Go Curry Bowl reicht locker für Zwei oder für 2x futtern

There was a line but it went fast. We were seated at a tall table for 9 with another couple and a…read moresingle then another single after. Not my preferred seating. Spouse had a bowl which salted broth that he enjoyed. It was good but not worth the five stars I've been seeing.

We took a trip to Düsseldorf for the Christmas markets, and made it a point to also leave room for…read moredelicious Japanese food. We were delighted that Takeichi was open on a Sunday when quite a lot of other businesses are closed! We snagged the last available bar seats facing the window- this place was BUMPING on a chilly Sunday afternoon even at 3pm. The kimchi as a starter was a win, better than what we can find in Amsterdam. The takoyaki was also delicious- served piping hot and resh. We tried the delicious tan tan men, and their shoyu ramen. The tan tan men was my favorite - creamy chicken soup, sesame paste, chili oil. I'm not sure why the shoyu wasn't as tasty, but the portions were perfect and the amount of noodles was just how we liked. Prompt and friendly service, casual atmosphere with lots of space, and everything you could want on a wintry day. Thank you, Takeichi, for warming us up!

Best Japanese restaurant in town. Their sushi is on par of quality in Japan…read more Look at the pic , it meant 1000s words. I went back three meals in a row

We stopped by for lunch on a Thursday. They're known for their lunch bento boxes but were sadly…read moresold out by the time we got there so we all went with their other lunch menu item which was quite good. The inside isn't super big so there's probably a long line during peak hours. There's a handful of tables and I would say it's probably best for smaller groups of four or fewer.

Food was good and the sets were a great deal for the price. We walked in for dinner on a weekday…read morenight and were seated at the bar, but when we left, there was a long line outside, so definitely try to get here early!

Long long lines because it is worth the wait. Ramen bowls…read moreare huge and can be shared for two. Ramen was tasty and we mostly ate it. Fried rice was a small portion and for me that was expensive for what you get. The only downside eating indoors is you smell so bad when you get out after eating. So if you don't want the smell on your clothes eat outdoors.

One word -- WOW! This place is amazing! Hubby had a sushi assortment and I had a salmon bento…read more We'll definitely be back and may even try the assortment of grilled sewers which includes duck and ribs. The service is also outstanding and restaurant ambience modern quaint.

Update: das yakitori chicken für 10.80€ war sehr lecker, rauchig und geschmackvoll. Würde das…read morewieder essen und für den Preis unschlagbar. Das Ei kommt separat und das würde ich weglassen. Alles was yakitori auf dem Holzkohlegrill landet ist vielversprechend.

I was taken here by a colleague who lives near Dusseldorf and it's his go to japanese place in…read moretown. I was pleasantly surprised and it was good food for a reasonable price. The name of the restaurant does not scream out japanese but the food is authentic and run by japanese staff. We were there for lunch and there was only a lunch menu on offer with limited selection. I chose the sashimi and tempura combo and it was really nice. The sashimi was fresh and of good quality and everything was presented beautifully. Service was good and friendly and the restaurant itself is simple but elegant with nice furniture and soft lighting. They have a range of sake and japanese whiskies which I will try another time. A great place for japanese food in Dusseldorf. Will come back here again.

Comparing food quality, ambient and price I put this as the best deal in Dusseldorf…read more It would be little better than average in Tokyo, but for Europe it is very good indeed. Also when available I recommend you the sushi of the chef. Unlike most of true Japanese restaurants the atmosphere is very cosy and relaxed, very good service.