Kaizen in Köln

Cozy and stylish, the food from the starter to the end was great, the sauces and the sushi were really on a high level

For me the best sushi in Cologne and super friendly staff. Glad to have this restaurant in the neighborhood!

The best and highest quality sushi I have ever eaten! Thank you for the experience

We are totally thrilled. It's all very tasty and special! The service is very nice...We'll be back!

My absolute favorite sushi restaurant The quality of the sushi is outstanding, super fresh and beautifully prepared. I would also particularly like to highlight the waitresses: super friendly, attentive, you feel welcome from the first moment. The service is quick and warm. absolute recommendation!

Absolutely great sushi! Everything was super delicious! I don't think I've ever had such tender tuna nigiri as I did there! The beef bowl was also great! Higher price range, but high quality. The service is also good. We'll definitely be back!

The food is great and the staffs are friendly. Reservations is needed

With one of the best sushi shops in Cologne: The team is super friendly, ordering via the tablet is super easy, the fish is of very good quality but the vegan sushi is also good. Be sure to try the fried rolls!

The restaurant was almost empty, but I was turned away. Probably not everyone is allowed to eat there, but it's not particularly good and clearly speaks against this shop, which I used to go to often but no longer

Once again a delicious meal with friendly people who quickly fulfill your wishes. Always my pleasure.

Kaizen has become our favorite Japanese restaurant. Great rolls that don't necessarily correspond to traditional Japanese cuisine, but also classic cuisine and great sushi and sashimi variations. A suitable selection of drinks and good cocktails. Reservations are mandatory, even during the week.

The food was very good, but I’m giving only 3 stars due to the price and the service. For this price level, I would expect a higher standard of service rather than ordering via an iPad interface. There were several issues with our order, such as missing rice and forgotten wasabi. When we asked for the wasabi, we were given a very small portion for four people, which was clearly not sufficient. Overall, it was a good Japanese restaurant, but the price-to-service ratio made it feel overpriced. For that reason, I wouldn’t recommend it.

There was an extra gluten-free menu and gluten-free soy sauce. It was very tasty and the service was friendly. We had a great evening!

Finding a parking space took over 30 minutes, but everything else that came after that made up for it more than 100%. Super tasty, absolutely friendly staff and cozy atmosphere, we will definitely come back. Finding a parking space included 🙈

One of the best sushi shops that you must try at least once

Hammer!! We love going out for sushi, but we've never had anything like this before. Everything is super fresh and unusual flavors that you can't get anywhere else. Great authentic atmosphere. Super nice staff, we come here quite often! 😍🙏🏼

Great service and delicious food ❤️

Superb sushi. Excellent quality and variety. Great service. Prices are reasonable. It's a small shop, so make sure you make a reservation.

Truly delicious! The food and drinks are both authentic and friendly. I recommend going with friends and ordering a little something to share from the tray every now and then.

Amazing quality! Always always always friendly service, the food is presented very well and always tastes amazing. For consistent quality food THIS is the place…!!

After we spontaneously didn't get a table on Friday, we came back a day later with a reservation. The vegetarian sushi are exceptionally tasty and a very tasty change from the “standard” versions in other sushi shops. The service is super friendly and we had a great evening. The chili mayo was a bit too spicy for me, but that didn't detract from the overall impression. I'll come back when I'm in Cologne.

The taste was okay by Korean standards, but I think there are only one or two restaurants in the city that serve Japanese food of this quality in Germany. Willing to revisit O

The food is excellent, the service is unfortunately uncoordinated, the rice comes after you have eaten half of the main course and only upon request. Ordering via tablet somehow doesn't add to the atmosphere, even if it's not inconvenient.

Super good sushi, nice atmosphere and good service, highly recommended!

Third time here and mostly very satisfied. The Japanese or Asian food is partly great, partly unfortunately disappointing: the tuna was laced with tendons and the fried chicken was quite bland in taste. But most of the food and drink is great, even compared to other sushi restaurants. The waitresses are friendly and almost always attentive.

Very friendly small family business. I love eating sushi here and always look forward to the waiters who always give us a warm welcome :-)

Incredibly delicious sushi made from the freshest fish – highly recommend! The Riesling was also excellent. Everything was served fairly quickly. The interior is decent but feels a bit hastily put together. The restrooms, unfortunately, do not match the standard of the restaurant. You place your order on a tablet, but there’s only one per table, which makes it quite time-consuming for everyone in the group to choose their food. On the downside, the service leaves much to be desired. You pour your own wine – the waitstaff simply bring the bottle. We were celebrating my brother’s birthday and mentioned it when making the reservation, but there was no acknowledgment of the occasion, which slightly dampened the experience.

Without a doubt the best sushi I've ever had, crispy amazon roll is a must!!

A culinary experience with a personal gesture – our visit to Kaizen We didn't have a reservation, but found a comfortable place at the bar. There we quickly started talking to the people sitting next to us and exchanged ideas about other food spots in Cologne - a nice start to the evening! The service at Kaizen is attentive, personal and quick. Orders are placed via a tablet that is handed out to each seat. Tip in advance: First order one of the delicious homemade lemonades or a cocktail - this way you can explore the diverse menu in a relaxed manner. The restaurant offers an exciting combination of Japanese cuisine with modern fusion elements and South Korean influences. The dishes are not only diverse and taste excellent, but can also be individually adapted - personal notes or requests are implemented flawlessly by the kitchen. A special highlight: The chef personally brought a Japanese specialty to the table for us to try - a really great gesture! A small incident with a flat tablet battery resulted in a dish being forgotten when the order was transferred. But the service was accommodating and let us have the dish without charging - which we of course rewarded with a generous tip. When it comes to taste, Kaizen offers something for everyone: Anyone who loves sweet and spicy dishes with a sophisticated twist of spiciness will be delighted here. However, if you like it more bitter, spicy or traditionally Japanese, you can enjoy the excellent sushi selection. The sashimi particularly impressed us with its freshness. The quality has its price, but the taste experience and the first-class ingredients are definitely worth it. A reservation is highly recommended as the restaurant fills up quickly. A big thank you to the entire team - especially to the attentive service and the friendly chef - for this wonderful evening. We'd love to come back!

Authentic and good! We ate lunch here, once ramen, once the beef bowl. The menu prices were perfectly fine; soup (except for ramen) and dessert were included. Plus a few makis and Japanese beer. What I like about the shop is that you can eat traditional and I would say “simple” food if you want, but they also have more modern sushi options for fusion lovers. Really highly recommended ❣️

Absolute recommendation. We've been there several times. The Rolls are always our highlight. The staff is very friendly and attentive. Don't eat sushi anywhere else.

It was really tasty and looked pretty. Ordered via Lieferando and unfortunately didn't look at the price. 160 € for five dishes is already expensive 🫣

Sensacional! Há quem pontue em “guias” sem ter até merecimento. Este restaurante seria mais que merecido. é um delírio de sabor. Além de um atendimento espetacular. Vale uma ida só para conhecer esta maravilha!

Kaizen was our absolute favorite restaurant in Cologne for a long time - excellent, high-quality cuisine. The food is always a delight, lovingly prepared and full of flavor, making every visit a culinary experience. However, the service increasingly clouds the overall impression. During our last visit we noticed once again that the care of guests is increasingly becoming a matter of quick processing. What used to impress with warm hospitality and attentiveness now seems more mechanical, fast and impersonal. The feeling arises that the focus is too much on efficient processing and less on the well-being of the guests. Given the high prices (we always pay around €60-70 per person), it is particularly disappointing that the service no longer matches the standard of the kitchen. We still enjoy coming to Kaizen, but with each visit we feel less welcome than before. In summary: The kitchen at Kaizen remains a highlight, but the gradual decline in service mars the overall experience.

die sushi-variationen waren sehr frisch und sorgfältig zubereitet die portionen waren ausgewogen und die qualität der zutaten war sofort spürbar sie boten ein ruhiges und angenehmes essenerlebnis

Super nettes Lokal, freundlicher Service und, das Wichtigste, hervorragendes Essen, wie in Japan….. Wir kommen gerne wieder

Super und danke. War gut wie immer. Weiter viel Erfolg.

Servicio; Strange. Parte de la comida tardó mucho en llegar y se cometió un error. Esto se corrigió, pero todavía me sorprendió, dado que el restaurante estaba casi vacío... nadie se precipitó. Ramen: Strange. El caldo me recordó a un paquete, crema de pollo y sopa de hongos que uno consigue en el supermercado ya que era bastante sabroso pero carente de profundidad. Los fideos eran cortos y nada como los que conozco de Ramen. El huevo realmente ayudó y la carne era agradable y tierna. Prefería el caldo vegetariano, que alguien en mi mesa había pedido. Uno de los mejores que he probado. Ambiente; bueno y no demasiado ruidoso. Alimentos: 3 / 5 Servicio: 3 / 5 Ambiente 4 / 5 Relación calidad/precio (solo juzgando a MI Ramen) : 2 . 5 / 5 ¿Volveré? Muy probable. ¿Volveré a pedir su Ramen? Muy poco probable.

Ausgesprochen gut gegessen, gerne kommen wir wieder

Very friendly service and great food

Everything is just right here. Delicious, delicious, delicious.

Mega sushi. Friendly and very nice service. Totally recommended! Be sure to reserve! 😋

Großsartiges Essen mit tollem Ambiente. Ich empfehle die Volcano Rolls

Kaizen - the place for the best sushi in Cologne!! Perfect location, super friendly staff and also a very good price-performance ratio!! If I could give out 10 stars, I would give 11!!

Sehr Lecker & Frisch. Nettes Team. Kommen immer wieder gerne zu euch.

Hervorragende Qualität mit sehr gutem Service und angenehmen Ambiente.

Very cozy restaurant with friendly service. The dishes are of great quality and I have never been disappointed.

A really great sushi restaurant that I can only recommend! The atmosphere is pleasant and ordering via the tablets was a real highlight. I found it super practical because you could spontaneously order something at any time without having to wait long for service. The waitresses themselves were also very friendly and attentive, which made the visit even more pleasant. The food was excellent: the fish was incredibly fresh and of high quality, which you could taste in every bite. The portions were attractively prepared and everything came to the table in a flash! For sushi lovers, this restaurant is definitely worth a visit. I would definitely go again.

The best sushi of my life. Nice service and great ordering system with the I Pads. It's always a pure treat for the palate and both the drinks and the food are indescribably delicious!

Wir haben in einer größeren Gruppe ganz viele unterschiedliche Vor- und Hauptspeisen und Sushi gegessen. Und wirklich alles war richtig gut, tolle Aromen, wir waren super-zufrieden. Die jungen Service Mitarbeiter sind sehr nett und flott, das Lokal lebhaft mit angenehm gemischtem Publikum. Auf jeden Fall werden wir wiederkommen.

Great service. Love the IPad ordering for food and drinks. Excellent food and service.

Very tasty sushi, exceptionally served!

Super delicious food. We tried several dishes and everything was really delicious. The prices aren't small but they're okay for the quality.

War kurz vorher noch in Japan. Das Essen bei Kaizen ist sehr authentisch. Ambiente und Service sind super.

Wie immer lecker, schneller netter Service, P/L passt

Super lecker. Das sagt alles! Kleiner Abzug für den Service, die nicht über Tablett ausgelöste Bestellung ist nicht immer angekommen oder hat gedauert.

Mega Essen, super nette Bedienung Wir kommen wieder Gemütlicher Laden

Wir hatten unser jährliches Mädelstreffen und spontan da reserviert. Es war toll! Unsere Bedienung war super lieb und sehr cool! Das Essen war super lecker und die Drinks klasse. Herzensempfehlung.

Wir haben wirklich super gut gegessen, das Ambiente war gemütlich und der Service sehr nett und schnell. Wir kommen wieder und können Kaizen sehr weiterempfehlen!

Ich bin schon in viele Länder der Welt gereist und jedes Mal habe ich Sushi probiert, in Frankreich, Deutschland, den USA, Thailand und Australien, usw, aber ich muss zugeben, dass Kaizen zu meinen Top 5 weltweit gehört, von mehr als 500 Restaurants, die ich schon getestet habe. Der Service ist erstklassig, wahnsinnig freundlich und die Gerichte sind gut durchdacht, kein Übermaß an Reis oder Soße. Das Essen war perfekt, die Sashimis von Lachs und vor allem von Jakobsmuscheln waren einfach außergewöhnlich. Ich werde dieses Restaurant bei meinem nächsten Besuch in Köln wieder besuchen.

Sehr leckeres Sushi. Wir kommen schon einige Jahre regelmäßig ins Kaizen.

One of my absolute favorite sushi restaurants in Cologne. There are always new, creative sushi roll creations that impress in terms of taste and appearance.

Great food, really loved the options, the atmosphere and the food.

Very, very tasty and freshly prepared food, whether it's a starter, main course or dessert! Super friendly, attentive, respectful and courteous staff. Cozy atmosphere. Absolutely recommended 😊

A lot of money for little food and little taste.

This is a very delicious Japanese restaurant. In particular, the quality of the sashimi was much better than the poor quality Japanese chain restaurants, and I was surprised at the level of sushi served at Japanese sushi restaurants. The customer base is good, and I don't think there will be any fuss. The price is a little high, but I think it's good for special occasions or dates. Parking is subject to availability, so take your time to find an available spot.

I absolutely loved my visit to kaizen, a Japanese restaurant in Cologne, and can highly recommend it! The location is fantastic – modern, stylish and incredibly comfortable at the same time. It almost feels like you are entering a small oasis in the middle of the city. The atmosphere immediately invites you to feel good, perfect for a relaxed evening with friends or family. As far as service is concerned, the waitresses were extremely friendly and attentive. You feel welcome from the first second. I thought it was particularly cool that you can order here using an iPad. This makes the whole thing not only modern, but also really practical. You have all the food and drinks clearly arranged in front of you and can choose in peace without feeling stressed. Plus, everything goes really quickly and smoothly – great! And now to the most important point: the food! One word: awesome! The dishes are not only beautifully prepared, but also an absolute highlight in terms of taste. Every single ingredient is fresh and high quality, and you can taste the attention to detail in every bite. I particularly liked the sushi variations and warm dishes. Simply fantastic! So if you're looking for a great Japanese restaurant in Cologne, you should definitely try it out. I'll definitely be back!

Wir haben mit der ganzen Familie dort zu meinem Geburtstag gegessen und es war ein rundherum schöner Abend! Das Personal war extrem freundlich und umsichtig und das Essen war wirklich sehr gut!! Wir gehen auf jeden Fall wieder hin!!

This is sushi art. We are sushi lovers and this was the best sushi we have ever eaten. Great special and tempura rolls. Insanely tender and deliciously tasty sushi creations. With the warm tempura rolls, the fish was still raw inside, as it should be, but very few sushi restaurants manage to do that. We even had goosebumps while eating on our first visit because we were so blown away. The concept of the store was also great, from the easy ordering with a tablet, which was accompanied by very nice service, to the authentic and cozy atmosphere in the restaurant, it was a perfect event.

Today we ate here for the first time with 6 people and we were very impressed. The quality of the food was great, the staff was very friendly and you didn't have to wait long for the food. We will definitely come back, a clear recommendation!

Were there for the first time. The super lovely service welcomed us. The sushi menu was a little smaller than usual but very good. There were lots of different things, so there was something for everyone. As for the sushi, it was very delicious and the tastiest sushi we have eaten so far. Very fresh and "airy". The only negative thing is the waiting time, which you can deal with.

We first tried the shrimp tempura as a starter and it was very good - but for that price I think I would rather order more sushi next time. I ordered the nigiri variation and was very satisfied, really in a class of its own. My companion ordered a variety of sake and was also very satisfied. We would definitely come here again on our next visit to Cologne.

Sehr gutes Essen, gemütliche Atmosphäre und nette Bedienung.

Great Swaahi restaurant. Rather inconspicuous from the outside. A very pleasant atmosphere inside. You place your order using a tray. The service overall is very fast. I had different sushi variations, especially the rolls were great! There is Japanese beer :)

Super lecker einfach und sehr entspannt, würde ich nur empfehlen

The booking through the tablets, especially when four people need to order through just two, took away from the experience, as there was barely any human contact, and the system felt a bit unwelcoming. But the food was great, rest of the service was nice, and overall it wasn’t a bad experience.

Hervorragend wie immer! Das Niveau wird jetzt schon seit mehreren Jahren gehalten. Weiter so!

Amazing food!! The lemonades are incredible. The service is TOP!

Frühzeitig hatten wir einen vier Personen Tisch für die Familie reserviert und wurden an einen schönen Tisch direkt am Fenster geleitet. Das Restaurant war sehr gut gebucht und vor allem junge Leute saßen an den recht eng gestellten Tischen. Bestellt wird über ein Tablet, welches auf dem Tisch liegt. Hier hätte ich mir eine traditionelle analoge Karte gewünscht: jeder Gast kann gleichzeitig in die Karte schauen ; es ist deutlich kommunikativer ; grade bei vielen Einzelbestellungen kann man diese unmittelbar miteinander abstimmen ; Klar, haben wir es trotzdem geschafft! Alle Speisen waren sowohl optisch als auch geschmacklich von hervorragender Qualität ; Der Service schnell und freundlich. JA, wir kommen gern wieder.

Very good Sushi restaurant - very fast service - busy place in a lively neighborhood

Exceptional experience. The staff curated a personalized sushi menu for us, selecting each dish with care and expertise. Every course was a delightful surprise, showcasing the chef's creativity and the freshness of the ingredients. The service was impeccable—attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. The team went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and ensure that each dish was perfectly suited to our tastes. It’s a must-visit if you find yourself in Köln.

Super netter Service, bestes Sushi und tolle Auswahl/Kreationen

I've been to Kaizen a few times now and I'm always impressed. As noted in other reviews, there is only a small menu, but everything on offer is on point. What sets Kaizen apart from the other sushi places? DEFINITELY the technology and the high quality food they use. The shrimp in Ebi Volcano (tempura sushi) is on point, the salmon tastes excellent. With Kaizen you can't say "that's my favorite" because everything is a highlight in its own way. And the best thing is, everything around is just right. Super friendly and lovely, courteous staff, great ambience - a visit there is just completely harmonious.

Es war sehr sehr lecker und der Service schnell und zuvorkommend.

Small, beautifully designed Japanese restaurant with classics and variations. We thought the food was great, especially the scallops. Very friendly, attentive staff. Highly recommended.

Der Service hat sich wirklich enorm verbessert. Das Sushi ist nicht günstig, aber wirklich jeden Cent wert. Kommen gerne wieder

Ich habe bei diesem Restaurant eine neue, fantastische Sushi Geschmack erlebt. Vielen Dank an Chefkoch.

Creative, very high quality sushi. Simply delicious, although not cheap. Definitely worth the price. Favorites: Pearl Roll or Spicy Tuna. The service is very attentive and responsive.

wir waren das 2. Mal dort Gäste und hatten Freunde mit, für die es der 1. Besuch dort war... Wir waren erneut sehr angetan vom Gesamtpaket aus Essen, Preis-Leistung und Service und unsere Freunde waren ebenso begeistert. Wir würden immer wieder dorthin gehen und könne dieses Restaurant nur wärmstens empfehlen...

Great ambience. Super tasty food and the service was also excellent. Good advice and very friendly. Top

We read on the Internet that this restaurant is in 7th place out of 1700 in Cologne, we decided to visit, we were very pleased with the quality and taste of the food, but the service was not up to par, we were almost the first to arrive, at 5 p.m., the order was accepted quickly and the first 2 the dishes were served quite quickly, and then people began to fill the hall and then troubles began, then they waited a long time for the next order, then they brought it to us, but twice as much or, on the contrary, they forgot, we had to remind, clarify with the waiter, the whole list, the impression was that There weren’t enough service staff in the hall, they simply couldn’t keep up, but the kitchen workers apparently gave preference not to the guests in the hall, but to the couriers who delivered food to their homes. It’s not clear why, but the restaurant offers only locally produced alcohol. My opinion is that the organization of labor is incorrect and the lack of staff can significantly affect the income of the enterprise, because the service of drinks was practically not fully carried out for all visitors, since none of the staff additionally approached the table, asked whether everything was cleared from the table, or whether there would be an additional order. Well, maybe we were just so “lucky” on this day? Regarding the general impression of the hall: the room is clearly “tired” due to lack of renovation, the floor is worn almost to holes, the chairs have uncomfortable backs, but otherwise everything is fine, see photo)

Excellent food in a relaxed atmosphere. We were thrilled with the quality of the food and would love to come back again and again and again 😊

schmeckt einfach klasse. Angenehme, lockere Atmosphäre, sehr freundliche Bedienung und die Qualität ist immer noch bestens Bisschen teuer mittlerweile, aber man bekommt köstliches, auch optisch erstklassiges Essen dafür und geht mit bester Laune wieder nachhause.

Wir als Sushi Liebhaber haben schon viele Sushi Lokale ausprobiert, aber das Kaizen ist wirklich top! Alles frisch und sehr lecker zubereitet. Tolle Sushi Variationen und immer mal wieder andere Vorspeisen / Starter. Zuletzt hatten dort warmes Roastbeef mit einer tollen Soße, unbeschreiblich lecker! Als ich das erste Mal dort war, ist das erste Mal in deren Geschichte der Reis ausgegangen und ich bekam umsonst eine fruchtige Alternative😝 Die Cocktails sind auch sehr gut gemacht. Eine tolle kleine familiäre Restaurant Atmosphäre die einläd. Die Pakplatzsituation dort ist katastrophal aber wer ohne Auto anreist hat da klare Vorteile! Kann man nur empfehlen.

Food was good, nothing extraordinary in our opinion. The keg lines need to be cleaned because the beer does not taste right here.

Leider wurde während des Besuchs gleichzeitig eine Grundreinigung durchgeführt, sehr Gewöhnungsbedürftig. Ansonsten sehr lecker, aber hochpreisig.

Excellent and delicious Asian restaurant Good value for money It is recommended to arrive during lunch between 12:00-14:00 because there is good business.

Lieblingsrestaurant in Köln! Immer wieder. Einfach nur lecker und super freundliche Bedienung.

Es war wirklich ein schöner Abend mit leckerem sushi & guten Cocktails. Auch sehr schön dass es ein Veganes Menu gibt. Allerdings sind die Tische etwas klein und man bestellt über ein Tablet bei dem es etwas technische Probleme gab trotzdem sehr nette Bedingungen.

Das Essen war erste Klasse! Der Service sehr gut und wir waren rundum glücklich hier. Wir kommen gerne wieder.