Izakaya Tanuki Amstelveen in Stadshart

Nice atmosphere and food. Ordering the right drinks didn't quite work out.

Tasty, fresh with good price Enjoy

Unfortunately, I am no longer impressed with this restaurant. I gave it one last chance the last two times, but I will be skipping it from now on. The food is not fresh, the sushi rice is already dried out, and the ebi-fry are blackened with a very thick crust. It is a shame that another restaurant is being lost due to being absorbed into a large chain.

If you want to eat like you did in Japan again, or are curious about authentic Japanese food, this is the place for you. We go here when we feel homesick. Delicious food, lovely people, nice relaxed atmosphere.

It felt like there was a bit too much rice in the sushi, and it was a shame that the skewers were on hiatus.

Delicious food! Minimalist decor and furniture. You really can't sit on the stools for longer than 2 hours, but it does add to the charm. The food is outstanding!

I've been coming a few years now to Izakayas and it was my favorite place for japanese food. However in the last year the quality has gone down fast. This is the second time this year i've become sick right after eating the food. The first time I got sick while still in the restaurant. The food does not taste right and there was a funky fish smell in the restaurant. This makes me extremely sad.

Love this place. Come back every time we visit Amsterdam. Delicious and great prices

Very nice, very fast service; for those prices, it could have been served a bit slower, but we won't complain about a great place. Will definitely come back.

Visited this place many times, everything is great!

Great izakaya! If you miss Japan and Japanese cuisine, this is the perfect place to satisfy your homesickness and imagine yourself on the other side of the planet for a moment. Food is top-notch, staff friendly, and good value for money. I will definitely be back here.

Authentic Japanese restaurant, very nice menu

A good Japanese restaurant that has authentic decor and a variety of seating - outdoors, at a counter, and Japanese style as well. Food is a variety of small dishes, starters, and share items, with the mean attraction being sushi. Quality is reasonable, though pricing is a little dear for some things. Big drinks menu to go along with the food.

Great food, great service, great atmosphere!

Really delicious food 🍣 along with friendly service and cold Kirin Ichiban 🥳

Absolutely amazing! Delicious!!

A bit disappointing…. For the price the slices of fish were so thin you could see through the rice, and the bowl was also very underwhelming, pretty sure the edamame was from a frozen bag and 1 cherry tomato cut in half…

We had a wonderful experience at Tanuki Izakaya in Amstelveen. The food was truly delicious and everything was beautifully presented. The sushi was super fresh and full of flavor. The hot dishes were also perfectly prepared and very tasty. The staff was friendly, attentive, and provided good service. The atmosphere in the restaurant is cozy and modern at the same time. You feel welcome as soon as you enter. The service was quick, even though it was busy. The drinks and desserts were also top-notch. This is definitely a restaurant we would love to return to. Highly recommended for anyone who loves Japanese food! Thanks for the lovely evening and see you again soon.

3 stars for lunch (ONLY CASH) 5 stars for dinner Since when did this place become cash-only during lunch? The staff taking orders and handling payments is not friendly at all. Strangely, in the evening the staffs are completely different, very friendly, polite, and card payments are suddenly accepted.

As if in a happy fever dream I stumbled through the little Japanese garden with the lanterns swinging on top of me, my pallet still ecstatic with the buttery, dreamy, deep flavours of wild hamachi, unagi and Hirame. I am always dreaming about this place for days after I’ve been here. Don’t come here, I want to gatekeep it for myself.

The short version: The best Japanese food I have ever eaten! An absolute must! The long version: My partner and I were near the area at the end of our Amsterdam vacation because of the shopping center right next door. We noticed the restaurant because of the cat on the property, which caught our attention. The atmosphere immediately impressed us, and we planned to eat there after our shopping trip. Unfortunately, we arrived just before their lunch break. Since both the staff and the ambiance had already made such a great impression on us, we really wanted to eat there—so after waiting two hours, our expectations were naturally much higher. When we finally got to eat, we were overwhelmed by the variety of dishes. We ordered a bit of everything to try as much as possible, and from the very first bite, we were completely blown away! We didn’t even talk anymore because the food was that incredible. Whenever a place offers sushi, I always try a salmon nigiri to judge the quality of the fish. What can I say other than that this was the best nigiri I’ve ever had! Since I wasn’t a huge sushi fan before—because many other restaurants (including expensive ones) didn’t offer the best quality—I was even more impressed by this place. I am absolutely convinced by the staff, the quality of the ingredients, and the chefs! A must-visit for anyone who wants to enjoy great Japanese food. I will definitely make the long journey from Germany again just to eat at this restaurant.

Last night I ate at this Japanese restaurant and… honestly? I can't wait to go back. There are those places where you eat well, and then there are those that just stick in your mind—this is one of them. The meat was insane: incredibly tender, flavorful, with a sauce I can't even describe but keep thinking about. I literally dream about it. The sushi was also really good, but the real surprise was the tuna: I usually don't like it, I never choose it… but here, with that sauce, it was incredible. One of those dishes that makes you change your mind. Everything I tried was thoughtful, tasty, and made with attention—you can really taste the difference. It's rare to leave a restaurant with that feeling of total satisfaction, and at the same time wanting to go back right away. Highly recommended.

The atmosphere was very nice and felt very Japanese, which I liked. However, most of the staff were Chinese. The food was not very good either. I had the onion and teriyaki set meal, but the back of the teriyaki was burnt, and all I could taste was the burnt flavor. This is not Japanese food, so you shouldn’t go expecting an authentic Japanese experience.

Had a fantastic Japanese lunch with really good sushi and Japanese tea. Definitely recommended. Although the bill is sent via a computer, you can only pay in cash here. Quite charming in these digital times! Japanese interior, friendly service, and don't forget to take off your shoes when you sit down at the table!

Restaurant with atmosphere and delicious food, just recomending for lunch to come earlier😉

Great vibe and service, very friendly staff and delicious food.

The best place in amstelveen! Everything is amazing

SUCH A PITY!! I've eaten here about seven times now, the last time but one was about six years ago. It was still good back then. Many dishes are not fresh and flavorful. The chicken thigh, for example, was bone dry and not tender and juicy like chicken thigh should be. The sushi was fresh, but somehow of inferior quality. Fermented soybeans were tasteless, the octopus was incredibly tough, and the spicy dishes weren't spicy at all. Furthermore, there's been a sliding door at the entrance for years, but no one feels the need to close it when entering or leaving, meaning you often sit in the cold. The staff doesn't seem to mind either. The low tables are very nice and cozy, but unfortunately not cozy enough to have bad food. I won't be coming back here for Asian food, unfortunately.

We've had lunch here a few times. Delicious food, good service. I only give the atmosphere 3 stars because I don't like sitting on a stool instead of a chair with a backrest.

You can see whether it is really authentic, by checking whether there are enough reviews from Japanese, or furthermore, either Korean or Chinese. It does not make sense the food is better than Japan. (Maybe it is better localized for the residents here) Ignore that reviews in Dutch.

The food was really poor quality. It didn't taste fresh. The nori was tough, and the ebi furai was incredibly salty. The service was reasonable, relatively fast but impersonal. The wait times were short, probably because the food wasn't fresh.

For authentic Japanese food, this is the place to be!

Better sushi than in Japan itself with a very authentic atmosphere

A nice experience in a restaurant that really feels like Japan, but for two people we didn't have a particularly special meal for €150.

Delicious sushi 🍱 , really kind staff and lovely atmosphere 🤗👍

My number one Asian restaurant🥰

Delicious sushi and sashimi, super fresh!

Authentic Japanese izakaya ambiance with dishes prepared as they should be: fresh sushi, grilled fish, chopstick dishes, and delicious soups. From the open kitchen, the delicious aroma of grilled fish and meat wafts towards you. The interior and exterior are in need of some renovation, but that's precisely what gives it that typical, vibrant izakaya feel. Excellent food, pure and healthy.

We've been coming here since Tanuki opened. Cozy and delicious.

A simple restaurant that serves delicious sushi and other Japanese dishes in a professional and adequate manner. Everything was as expected. We had sashimi, sushi, and miso soup for lunch, which were all excellent. Notable features were that the miso soup, as is customary in the Netherlands, was served beforehand instead of afterward, as in Japan, and that they had Kirin beer on tap, which is rare.

Arriving early but without a reservation, we found a seat at the counter. The menu is extensive, so there's something for everyone. The dishes are made to order, and their freshness is undeniable. In fact, it was very good. Good Japanese restaurants aren't cheap, and this one is no exception. The service provided by the young man and woman was both pleasant and efficient. Thank you so much for this very enjoyable and much-appreciated meal!

Overall a nice experience. Nice atmosphere and quick service.

Not much value for money, but tastes okay

Food comes out quickly and is of good quality. I would like to recommend it to my acquaintances.

Food was super delicious. The ambiance takes you very close to Japan, the building and decorations makes you forget you're at the back end of a shopping. The sake was good. A place I'll visit again for sure.

It was clean, quiet, and the food was okay.

My go to Japanese restaurant in the entire Netherlands!! Their best nigiri’s and raw seafood, truly top quality and service! Always a pleasure and amazing experience to go to Tanuki’s Izakaya, even when my fam from Mexico comes over to visit, we always go!

Very attentive service, cozy atmosphere, Japanese-style interior and garden. Delicious food!

The food is always good, been going here for the last 8 years.

We enjoyed a simple, tasty lunch

Very rude and angry waitress , bring the cold and hot dishes in once . All the dishes tastes worse than many years ago . No wonder is full but no single Japanese in it to eat . Here comes ; when one dish was nothing look like the picture in the menu , without apology without a smile , she yelled to me what you expected and the picture just for reference. Totally ruined my niece birthday dinner . Will definitely not back again .

No great seating and some flies. Limited menu, but authentic Japanese food.

For years the go-to restaurant for a Japanese atmosphere.

When you go in you feel like you are actually in Japan. It resembles an authentic Izakaya but the staff could be a bit friendlier. The food is ok and the portions are fine. The sake was good.

Best place to get sushi in AMS! 10/10.

the place to go if you're craving some japanese izakaya food! although the octopus (tako su) we ordered didn't taste /that/ fresh, the tanuki's sashimi collection B, spicy tori karaage and chikuwa isobe age were very good! the bowl of rice that i got was a bit stale unfortunately. we ordered plum sake and asahi beer, both of which did not disappoint. nice atmosphere!

We sat outside as a family of four. The kids (6&7) enjoyed the dumplings and cucumber sushi and we loved the poke bowl and great variety of sushi. The kids were able to play a bit on a sunny evening in the garden while we enjoyed a drink. Perfect evening for us - thank you!

Very friendly, fast service! The food wasn't exceptional, but it was delicious and of good quality. You can sit on the terrace with your dog in a pleasant atmosphere. Thank you very much!

It was a big letdown. Food was nowhere near japanese cuisine. Flavors were bland or just off and felt more like a poor imitation than a real japanese experience. Its dissapointing to see a place calling itself japanese without respecting the taste. Not what i hoped for. I hope they take this feedback seriously and improve because right now i cannot recommend

Everything we ordered was delicious and very fresh. The California rolls, salmon sushi was nice, the spicy tuna was the best. I’d recommend trying their Jasmine tea as well. My only complaint is the lack of vegetarian options in the menu. The ambience of the restaurant is very warm and inviting and when the weather permits the outdoor area is nice too.

n: ⸻ My First Japanese Restaurant Experience It was my first time trying Japanese food, and I really enjoyed it — especially with my friends by my side. The restaurant was located in Stadshart Amstelveen. It was quite small and didn’t have much space, but it had a cozy vibe and was clearly loved by many people. I’d definitely go back! We ordered a variety of dishes to share, and everything looked as good as it tasted! (You can see our table full of colorful plates in the photo.)

Too bad for words. They should really be ashamed. Japanese food.

We were there again yesterday. Now it has become a completely different food. Taste can be compared to all-you-can-eat. Price-quality ratio is no longer what it used to be. It's better to go to all you can eat. Too bad.

We were able to go to the bar last minute. Fast service and delicious sushi!

Superb sushi experience! Fresh ingredients and diverse options!!

Had a great meal last Friday. Staff was nice and very fast. We will definitely come back again.

I've been here many times and I have to say it's either super good or super bad. I usually order the unagi don. On weekends it is always tasty and the service is also excellent, but every time I visit this restaurant during the week the unagi is very tough and the rice is very soggy. This time I also had large pieces of bones, which is really not possible. In addition, the service during the week is not the best. If this happens once it's okay, but it's happened too many times now that I've had to throw away half of the unagi.

The food is very good, I totally recommend it. Prices are reasonable for what you eat.

Delicious food. I know Tanuki and have always had delicious meals in the past. Both Amsterdam and Amstelveen. I haven't been there for many years and I read reviews before my visit and I was afraid it would be disappointing. Fortunately, it is still the quality I am used to. I had delicious nigiri flambéed scallop shell, sushi roll with covered flambéed salmon, Edamame beans, fish roe and the spicy tuna roll. I went alone so really enjoyed the food. I went on a Thursday evening, without a reservation. I think I sat there for an hour. Very friendly staff.

Amazingly busy izakaya with a huge menu with both warm and cold options. More interesting than your average Sushi joint, but with points of improvement on flavor. Good and friendly service.

We had lunch here with the family last Saturday. It wasn't too busy and the atmosphere was very friendly. The service was welcoming and friendly. We ordered the Tanuki's sashimi selection of 8. The yellow tail tuna was delicious. The dishes were briefly explained by the server. There were also fries for our daughter. I look forward to coming back here again.

Unfortunately I no longer come here with our friends and family. Few years ago (pre corona) this was a great place. But now it's a drama. Fish (sushi and sashimi) do not always smell fresh. Taste sometimes sour. Their “steak”, which is served thinly, has been thick, tough and overcooked on the table in recent times. The staff, especially the younger girls, try so hard. But they are barked at by the owner in front of guests. The owner, who in his Japanese outfit, has never said a kind word. Let alone made you feel welcome. Unfortunately, after the last time, when the girl who served us stood at the table crying, it was so disappointing that we finally said something about it. This was treated exceptionally poorly and unsportsmanlike that we will now no longer return and also leave this review. Unfortunately.

Great place for a quick lunch. Very tasty and so much nicer than the other places in that area. Also the interior is special and different, feels authentic.

Very tasty food, pleasant atmosphere, friendly service and good value for money (spent just over €30 pp, but then we also rolled out of the tent). Recommended.

Delicious food in a friendly atmosphere!

Izakaya Tanuki is a wonderful spot to explore a variety of authentic Japanese cuisine. The atmosphere is cozy, and the food is packed with flavor and beautifully presented. Whether you’re a fan of sushi, ramen, or other traditional Japanese dishes, there’s something for everyone to enjoy here. It’s a must-visit if you’re in Amstelveen and looking to indulge in Japanese culinary delights. Highly recommended!

Wow! What a nice place. Me and my friends called in last moment if we could get a table for 8 people. Luckily there was 1 available. Our seating was very cozy with a table kinda goes into the floor. I believe its called “horigotatsu”. Very neat. We had to take off our shoes for it. Food was delicious and fairly priced. Overall we had a great time.

Favorite Japanese eatery... so funny how they have created a restaurant in this place with so much atmosphere. Delicious food again, will be back soon. Everything fresh, a view of the kitchen and very cozy.

We come here regularly as Tanuki is one of the few restaurants outside Amsterdam that has Unagi on the menu. Nicely decorated, service is good, but items are regularly sold out.

Walked in during lunch and sashimi set was perfect along with an addition Hamachi plate. Super fresh!

Small authentic japanese Restaurant. Not cheap but worth it. Due to size limitation a reservation is highly recommemded, evenon workdays.

Very good meal, pleasant ambiance, good price.

Authentic Japanese setting with Japanese food as it should be. Unagi don is sublime

Very nice atmosphere. The food was amazing.

Extremely tasty Japenese food in a authentic Japanese setting. Quick service, attentive staff

We were walk-ins. We got there the moment they opened and asked if they had a seat available and we were helped by the staff, however the person who helped us wasn't exactly enthusiastic and seemed like they were impatient with us. However, we ordered 5 dishes and each paid around 25 euros when split in three. The food is of rather good quality and was enjoyable. The environment is absolutely stunning, from interior to exterior. I would come here again, it's a cute restaurant.

very nice and atmospheric place. food is very tasty. special thanks for the scallop👍

Food was not fresh at all and service was very poor. Fried oysters where the oysters tasted spoiled. Sashimi was not fresh at all. Mackerel was not raw but leavened because you couldn't eat mackerel raw which is nonsense. Hachimi was completely brown and didn't taste good at all. Skewers were dry, tasteless and not authentic at all. This restaurant used to be a really good authentic place with Japanese chefs. Now it is a place with only Chinese chefs and food whose quality is even worse than an all you can eat restaurant. When we indicated that we were not happy with the food, we were not even offered an apology. The gentleman only thought about the money. All in all really not recommended!!!

My experience at Izakaya Tanuki in Amstelveen was really substandard. We had high expectations, but everything was disappointing. What was also striking was that the business is not run by Japanese, which certainly affected the authenticity of the food. It started with the steak tasting sour, like it had gone bad. The oysters smelled so bad, it was obvious they weren't fresh. The pork belly skewers were rock hard and tasted of nothing at all, as if they had been fried for too long and then thrown tastelessly onto the plate. The biggest letdown was the Tamiko sashimi selection of 8 different types of sashimi. Fish was clearly not fresh, texture was limp, had a weird color and was totally unpleasant to eat. We indicated that the food was really not tasty, but nothing was done about it. Staff were disinterested and showed no apology whatsoever. All in all it was a terrible experience and wouldn't recommend it to anyone.

This used to be a restaurant with more authentic taste in food. Don't get me wrong, the food is decent, the service is nice and friendly. But the menu and the taste is more like how Dutch people like Japanese food to be. It is not to our taste anymore.

Very nice food and friendly service

The decor and atmosphere took me back to my holiday. Nice meal.

Such an authentic restaurant! Great, fresh food and a winning attitude of all in the kitchen and service. Really enjoyed this hidden gem.

Enjoyed lunch here with two people. I was not aware that they close at 3:00 PM. This is to take some rest and prepare dinner. It was neatly reported upon arrival, but it is good to take this into account to avoid rush work. That would be a shame. The quality of the food is undoubtedly of good quality. The color of the tuna nigiri made me suspect that it had been colored by the fish supplier. Without this doubt my judgment would have been excellent. Nevertheless, my dining companion and I were very pleased with the lunch. I myself had a well-stocked menu for €19.50. On the other side an á la carte mix of sashimi and nigiris. The environment is simple and somewhat dated, with some pieces of wood/string here and there, but it adds positively to the experience. Experienced senior service that feels like a family affair. Delicious!

I think this is an izakaya that is loved by locals. This is a Japanese restaurant certified by me as an Osaka native, and the service and food quality are at an acceptable level. No, it was delicious!

We had a wonderful dinner here. The restaurant has a great atmosphere and general setup, the service was fast with very helpful and polite waiters and the food tasted very good. We preferred to order several smaller dishes that we were able to share which allowed us to try many different things and all were very well prepared. We can definitely recommend eating here.

Crazy tent, been there 4 times now. Super food, friendly staff and authentic atmosphere

I have not visited the place. I ordered at home. The food satisfied me. Reasonable prices

Unfortunately, food here has been deteriorating for years. It used to be very good. But the fish is not of good quality and there is never any innovation in the menu. Shame. But no more Tanuki for me.

The food is not worth the money. The sashimi was not fresh and cold. The rice was dry. Even the tea was not freshly brewed and tasted like metal from the thermos. Moreover, all the food was on the table within 10 minutes. Too bad because the place is cute. But the price asked is not worth it.