The 10 best Japanese restaurants in Zurich

The Sala of Tokyo is considered the oldest Japanese restaurant in Switzerland. Since 1981, traditional dishes from the land of the setting sun have been served here, in the heart of Zurich. Whether shabu shabu, sushi, sashimi or tempura, everything tastes authentic and good here.

Following the Japanese tradition of Teppanyaki restaurant, here all the ingredients are cooked to perfection on the grill plate right at the table and carved in front of the guest. An impressive spectacle that makes a dinner at Fujiya of Japan unforgettable.

Bimi is simply decorated, so nothing distracts from the quality of the dishes. It is one of the best Japanese restaurants in Zurich and offers a wide selection of classic, modern and always freshly prepared dishes from the land of the setting sun.

At the Japanese gastro pub Gaijin Izakaya, Chef Dan Shu prepares Japanese-Korean comfort food. This is accompanied by a wide selection of cocktails, sake and wines. If you can't make up your mind, choose the omakase menu and pass the buck to the kitchen.

Miki Ramen's sister establishment also boasts good ramen. In addition to the homemade noodle soups, the menu includes several appetizers and Japanese curries that will warm your body and soul on a rainy day.

Miki Ramen is a firm everyday favourite among all city dwellers. Carefully cooked broth, homemade ramen noodles and uncomplicated ambience make this place the go-to for spontaneous dinner plans. And no matter what, always order Tantanmen.

Opened by the founders of Sala of Tokyo, Yume Ramen has quickly captured the hearts of Zurich's soup slurpers. The dishes are homemade and the quality of the ingredients at the highest level. Everything on the small menu is perfectly seasoned.

Metropol is a café, a modern Japanese restaurant in Izakaya style and a Champagne bar at the same time. In warm weather, be sure to take a seat outside under the arcades and enjoy the urban atmosphere in the heart of Zurich's financial metropolis.

Ooki is a Japanese izakaya. Here you can find "ippin ryori", small dishes that are usually served with sake in Japan. Usually, several of them are shared in a group. But you can also dine alone, for example, there are delicious noodle soups and donburis.

Kokoro is an izakaya, or Japanese gastro pub. Here, down-to-earth snacks are served with Japanese sake, wine, beer and cocktails. In addition to sushi, there are also cold and hot "tapas," and the extremely crispy and juicy fried chicken is especially popular.