Kaizen - Cologne

Great starters and choice of daily specialties. Amazing rolls: must try Volcano! We had very nice time there read more Great starters and choice of daily specialties. Amazing rolls: must try Volcano! We had very nice time there

We chanced on this place after others were closed but would be happy to go back. We got a really smooth sake that we liked a lot, even if it was served in a win... read more We chanced on this place after others were closed but would be happy to go back. We got a really smooth sake that we liked a lot, even if it was served in a wine glass. We focused on the small dishes and weren't disappointed. The spinach appetizer was a very generous portion, and the gyoza was nicely crisped and tasty, as all our dishes were. Our server was really helpful and there when we needed, so excellent, even though it was late. She said they only opened a month ago, so if the front staff were a little "green" about Japanese food, it's forgivable, given that the chef in back makes up for it. We hope this place does well.

Hands down the best sushi specialty rolls I've had in Germany. I think I've been to a number of various sushi places in NRW- from running sushi, iPad sushi, leg... read more Hands down the best sushi specialty rolls I've had in Germany. I think I've been to a number of various sushi places in NRW- from running sushi, iPad sushi, legit authentic Japanese, sushi buffets, to elegant five-star restaurants. One thing I've missed is specialty fusion rolls, like in the US. What makes Kaizen stand out from the numerous other sushi places in Cologne/Düsseldorf is the creativity, originality, and fusion ingredients in its rolls.We ordered the Alaska, Volcano, Spider, Butterfish sesame, and Dragon Rolls. Amazing. Each dish was beautifully presented, freshly made, and the juxtaposition of the ingredients was surprisingly delicious (for example- cilantro and thinly sliced radish around the Spider roll, or jalapeño mayo drizzled on top).This small restaurant/bar is located in Cologne's Belgisches Viertel. The staff is pleasant and nice, the atmosphere is hip, but what stands out to me is the sushi. There is not an overwhelming selection, but what they offer, they do right. I have yet to find a place that matches what we experienced- Kaizen offers innovative and different rolls that feel new among the same old California rolls and Philly rolls in most places in Germany. I hope they continue to come up with new offerings, and these sushi lovers will definitely be visiting again. Prices were reasonable- about 8€-14€ for each specialty roll. A full dinner with drinks and tip for 3 adults was about 80€- about 26€/person.

Recently had a large group meal here. The staff was incredibly lovely, taking excellent care of us even though we had a miscommunication as to the number of... read more Recently had a large group meal here. The staff was incredibly lovely, taking excellent care of us even though we had a miscommunication as to the number of...

We got dragon roll, shrimp tempura roll, and gyoza. It was very tasty and flavorful. Great service. Outdoor seating available. Food came out fast. Really... read more We got dragon roll, shrimp tempura roll, and gyoza. It was very tasty and flavorful. Great service. Outdoor seating available. Food came out fast. Really...