Gaijin Izakaya

Name: Gaijin Izakaya
Address: Birmensdorferstrasse 5, Zürich, Kanton Zürich, 8004
Telephone: +41 (44) 4822200
Rating: 89

At Gaijin Izakaya, Asian soul food crossover meets casual izakaya flair. Char-grilled dishes, classics such as Korean pork belly with egg or grilled octopus bring umami to the plate in the perfect balance between tradition and creativity.

45 /50 Food

18 /20 Service

18 /20 Beverage

8 /10 Style

Japanese fusion cuisine at a high level, good cocktails and some exciting wines can be found on the menu of the Gaijin Izakaya. If you can't decide between the great selection of dishes, choose the Omakase, or "Chef's Choice" menu.

45 /50 Food

18 /20 Service

18 /20 Beverage

9 /10 Style

Outdoor Dining Area

Payment Conditions: Cash, Debit Card, Credit Card, NFC

Sunday Opening

Birmensdorferstrasse 5
8004 Zurich
Switzerland
+41 (44) 4822200
+41 (44) 4822200 [email protected]
gaijin-izakaya.ch

Monday

11:30 - 14:00
18:00 - 24:00

Tuesday

11:30 - 14:00
18:00 - 24:00

Wednesday

11:30 - 14:00
18:00 - 24:00

Thursday

11:30 - 14:00
18:00 - 24:00

Friday

11:30 - 14:00
18:00 - 24:00

Saturday

18:00 - 24:00

Sunday

18:00 - 24:00

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