Yoshi by Nagaya

Yoshizumi Nagaya's Michelin-starred cuisine can now be sampled in two different locations in Düsseldorf. Not far from the original restaurant, also located in Little Tokyo, Yoshi opened in October 2016. The food is classically Japanese with subtle European influences here and there. In the evening, the omakase set menu wins over diners with its absolutely ingredient-led and exceedingly precise preparation. It is accompanied by a large selection of sakes. In a way, the minimalist interior design is a reflection of the pared-down style of the dishes. On Fridays and Saturdays, Yoshi is also open for lunch, serving a four- or six-course set menu. Lots of the diners are Japanese – which speaks for itself! Tip for motorists: Use the multi-storey carpark at Kreuzstraße 27.

• A pared down, minimalist room that mirrors the cooking, precise, ingredient first, little ornament.
• The menu is structured as omakase sets rather than à la carte, with published 6 and 9 course formats.
• A serious sake list, and a dining room that draws a strong Japanese clientele in Düsseldorf.

• Sashimi and sushi courses built around a rotating monthly fish
• A chef selected sushi course, with optional Wagyu upgrade when offered
• Carabinero style premium add on, when listed
• Japanese rice and careful seasoning, the backbone of the sushi course
• Sake, treated as a coequal pairing track

One-star Japanese dining in Düsseldorf's Little Tokyo, built around an ingredient-led omakase set menu with subtle European touches. The evening formats are published as 9 courses at EUR 218, or a shorter 6 course menu at EUR 179, served tablewide. Friday and Saturday lunch service is also offered as set menus. A notable sake list is part of the point.