IZAKAYA in Oude Pijp

My wife and I always stop by here whenever we visit Amsterdam. Everything on the menu is delicious, even the simple edamame with coarse salt. The staff are all friendly, and we enjoy sitting at the bar and asking for recommendations. It's a great place to have a meal or just stop by for a quick bite afterward. I highly recommend it to Koreans, too.

Food is always amazing, service on this particular night was the least attentive I’ve ever had from here but that is okay I think it was because we had a late dinner. Great atmosphere and menu.

I visited Amsterdam in late June this year and the only reason I didn't write this review sooner is because I had forgotten the name of this forgettable joke of an establishment. Went there with my best friend and the host was ready to seat us (completely empty inside) but the manager took her aside to talk. The host returned to us to deny entry because we "didn't meet the dress code". Mind you we both were wearing button down shirts tucked in our dress pants wearing dress shoes. Don't waste your time here this place doesn't know how to cater to willing customers. We were prepared to spend well over €300 for sushi and drinks but apparently they're adverse to money. Absolute joke in an absolute joke of a location and also we only stopped in because we were passing by. 1 last thing... we ended up spending our money at one of your competitors and we got free drinks for lambasting you, quite hilarious 😂

Comfortable, modern hotel with a lobby one can lounge in.

Went here to the bar for a few drinks.

Really great food! The sushi was so good we ordered a second round without doubt. Recommended for sure!

Unfortunately the last few times here have been disappointing, both the audience and the atmosphere have deteriorated considerably.

Izakaya was amazing. The food was delicious, the music and DJ created a great vibe, and the service was excellent. Saturday was my second time there and I highly recommend it!

IZAKAYA Asian Kitchen & Bar in Amsterdam is a stylish and trendy place where Japanese cuisine and South American flair come together.

The staff are disrespectful, the woman at the reception does not care about priority of turn

Very bad food.. the place has gone downhill a lot lately!!

Amazing atmosphere and very delicious food 👍

Ordered the omakase menu and the food was great with 6 dishes There was a long waiting time between the dishes

The food was delicious and very good service!!! We will definitely come back!!!

Food was ok. Its not an Izakaya but an upscale restaurant. Business model is more centered around aesthetics that quality.

You are not very quick about the prices of things not listed on the menu, it is unacceptable that a place of this type does not have an updated menu with all the new items, and that the staff does not inform you about off-menu items. The manager is grumpy and not very attentive to the mistakes of the staff, who are totally guilty of inexperience

Expensive, slowly, normal food, doesn’t met the expectations. The omakase menu is too expensive for the quantity of food they give, better to order a la carte. The time between the dishes are absolutely too long and we leave the restaurant still hungry. Exactly at 11.00 we ask to add some rolls because of the time and small amount of food we had but they say that the kitchen was closed at 11 (without they told us before and when they said was still 11). The service is really bad and the food is normal, not the best place to eat for sure in amsterdam

I usually come to this place very often, and after a misunderstanding with order and bill, still treated me very bad… did not expect this as a frequent client!

Low quality sushi for the high price, misunderstanding with the bill, which is ok….but the way the managed the problem so not professional and rude, was not ok!

Service was not up to the standard of the restaurant, as if you order something off the menu you must inform me of the prices, given that I must be aware of what I pay when I order it

Very overpriced,not even that tasty, don't recommend

Amazing amazing place ! Perfect service and atmosphere A high quality sushi and raw fish The prices are not cheap but worth it A must stop in Amsterdam

Really great food in a very modern and trendy restaurant. If you like exceptional Asian food and want to treat yourself to something special, this is the place for you.

Overall good experience and very professional staff. Sashimi was very fresh. Crispy rice and avocado was savory and crunchy. Dumplings were ok. For dessert, the warm madeleines were a good combo with the mochi ice cream.

Delicious food, great service and a beautiful restaurant!

Wonderful, the food is amazing.

Quality horrible i got stomach issues for 3 days disabled

Used to be a nice place to meet new people and eat good food, but the quality has now plummeted and you only encounter scum. If you are interested in detection, watch it and like the game of spot the differences. This is probably a nice tent for you.

Excellent food and service. We had the king crab roll, spicy tuna, momo roll, chilean sea bass and spicy edamame. All excellent, will definitely be back!

We ordered shrimp tempura & avocado roll and beef toban and were not specialabout them. The corn tempura, the spinach salad with shrimps, and beef tataki with onion ponzu & garlic chips rindfleisch tataki mit zwiebel ponzu & knoblauch chips were delicious.

Last Saturday we had dinner there with two other people, the next day we all got food poisoning. With a lot of stomach pain. Contacted by email and still no response. Due to poor communication and the consequence of food poisoning, 1 star.

Very overrated restaurant. It's more about ambiance and 'see and be seen' than the quality of the food.

Good service, good food while enjoying the sun!

Nice relaxed restaurant with a nice atmosphere. Music at the right level so that you can still understand each other. We found the menu a bit boring. Not really dishes that are special or distinguish themselves from other Asian fusion restaurants.

Everything was on point! Went two time during my 5 days business trip! One for corporate diner and another for personal pleasure. Would recommend and looking forward my next trip to Amsterdam!

Delicious food, good wine, nice atmosphere

Nice atmosphere with nice music to have a drink. The service is friendly and attentive, which adds to the pleasant experience.

Super experience and great food. Really nothing to complain about!

I was looking forward to eat at this place for a long time. To be honest it was alright, nothing special, there are other restaurants in the city that are cheaper with better food. The presentation of the food was great, but small portions :)

Superb ambiance, superb service. And -normally- I do not like dishes containing seafood. Here, I asked for second servings. Highly recommended!

Reserved for February 1, I requested a slightly larger table, which was well attended to. The atmosphere in the restaurant was cozy and the staff was fast and friendly. The wide range of food was served quickly and was very tasty. This was my first visit, and it was an immediately pleasant experience. Recommended!

If you’re looking for the best sushi in the Netherlands, one of THE ENTOURAGE GROUP’s only here! venues will blow your mind. The food is ridiculously fresh, the rolls are next-level creative, and the staff? Absolute legends. They treat you like royalty without making it weird. It’s the perfect mix of luxury, flavor, and atmosphere—you won’t find anything better.

Stylish, young, cheeky… Only the chairs are super cold (considering that in winter a chair without cushions isn't exactly comfortable) and uncomfortable.

Been here 5+ times now and every visit everything was just outstanding! Really kind servers amazing cocktails and food! And the schrimp/baby spinach salad hits the spot EVERY time 😍

Price-quality ratio is completely skewed here. We ordered a 7-course dinner, but the pace at which everything was served was absurd. Everything was on the table within an hour and a half, which makes you feel like you have to leave as quickly as possible so that the table is available again for the next guests. Would you like to enjoy a quiet and cozy table? Forget it. This restaurant is absolutely not recommended if you really want to enjoy a relaxing evening with good food. If you want to work through seven courses in an hour and a half for €200 per person, then Izakaya might be something for you, but they will never see us here again!

Vibrant, beautiful tent with a casual atmosphere. We had reserved a spot at the bar and the interaction with the staff was great. We were guided through the chef's tasting menu with matching wines in a very natural way. We had a very nice meal and a very nice evening. Still one star less for the quantity because we were not completely full in the end.

Izakaya offers exceptionally tasty food in a cozy and lively atmosphere. The dishes are beautifully presented and use fresh ingredients. Although the portions are generous and you will be quite full afterwards, the culinary experience is definitely worth it. Highly recommended for lovers of authentic dishes.

Every dish was an experience. A great location for special occasions.

Really nice restaurant! The salmon avocado were incredible.

Service was fine, until the manager took over he seemed a bit cold. Starters were very good, but the main courses were a bit disappointing in terms of taste. The dessert, on the other hand, made an impression again. All in all, the food was fine, but I don't think it's worth the 130 euros per person

The food is great, but the music is super super loud and the service, they are very kind but slow and sloppy. Took almost 25 min to get my drink and it is a kind of japanese tapas bar, so you get fill of plates pretty soon and nobody picks up. I do not recommend.

Food & drink was pretty good though a bit pricey. Atmosphere was phenomenal and service was really great. Stayed at the hotel and had dinner there once. Glad I did.

Excellent! The atmosphere was great, the service was great and we loved every single dish we ordered. We will be back soon!

All dishes were delicious and the service was really great!

The food and cocktails are very good, and the staff are friendly and helpful.

Izakaya delivers a modern and trendy dining experience with a vibrant, stylish ambiance. The menu features a range of well-prepared dishes, including sushi and beef, complemented by creatively presented and flavorful desserts. While the food is enjoyable, it does not entirely justify the high price point, and the service could be more polished for the cost. Izakaya is an ideal choice for those prioritizing a chic atmosphere, but the overall experience may leave diners expecting more refinement for the premium pricing.

I recently had lunch at IZAKAYA Amsterdam with my partner. I chose the restaurant due to its overwhelmingly positive reviews, but as an Asian, I was truly disappointed by the experience. It felt like a stereotypical Western, cheap take on what Asian food should be, and most dishes did not justify the price tag. Food: 1 star ⭐ Every dish was more disappointing than the last. Let's start with the basics: they provided us with poorly made disposable chopsticks in what is supposed to be a luxurious, high-class restaurant. Not only were the chopsticks low-quality, but they also left splinters after being split. I've had better ones with cheap Chinese takeout. Salmon, Yellowtail, and Seabass Sashimi – 24 euro – ⭐ 1 star This dish consisted of six thinly sliced pieces of fish heavily drenched in soy sauce with a hint of yuzu aroma, topped with green onion, ginger, and loads of sesame. The flavor profile worked slightly for the seabass, reminding me of Cantonese-style steamed fish. However, it completely ruined the yellowtail and salmon. The richness and fattiness of the fish were overpowered, leaving a dish that was far too salty and dominated by soy sauce. Salmon Avocado Uramaki (20.5 euro) / Shrimp Tempura Uramaki (19.5 euro) – ⭐⭐⭐ 3 stars These were the most ordinary dishes out of all we tried. They weren’t bad, but there was nothing special about them in terms of presentation or taste. You can get the same quality at any average Western sushi shop. The rice was too wet and soft, and the rolls were somewhat sticky, but overall, these were the best dishes of the meal. Beef Toban Hibachi – 34 euro – ⭐ 1 star This dish featured six pieces of beef drenched in the same soy sauce with a hint of yuzu aroma, served on a hot plate. The outside of the meat was dry, chewy, and overly salty, while the inside was softer but tasteless. Eating it altogether resulted in a strange combination of overly salty and flavorless at the same time. The enoki mushrooms and single broccoli floret on the plate were also far too salty from being soaked in the sauce. Ironically, the single mushroom and single asparagus were the most delicious elements of the dish. Ribeye with Anticucho Sauce – 44 euro – ⭐ 1 star The anticucho sauce tasted like yellow mustard mixed with taco seasoning and was drizzled over sliced ribeye rather than being grilled with it. The steak’s texture was tender enough, but there was no caramelization or grilling that was detectable, leaving it overly saucy and salty. The beef itself was bland and lacked any depth of flavor. Tea (Jasmine/Matcha) – 5.5 euro each – ⭐⭐ 2 stars The tea was just a teabag served in a fancy teapot that didn’t appear very clean. Even after half an hour of steeping, the matcha tea still had no flavor. Service: 4 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐ I deducted one star because of how understaffed they were. We visited on a Saturday lunchtime, and there was only one host, two waitresses, and a bartender managing the entire floor. While the host was nice and greeted us with a big smile, that's where the positives ended. There was an excessive amount of waiting between everything due to the lack of staff. We had initially planned to order more after the first round, but given how disappointing everything was, we decided to leave. This was truly a letdown, and I would not recommend this restaurant. There are so many better options in Amsterdam for authentic, well-made Japanese food.

Very bad food, I paid almost 300 euros for 2 people. A small coke will cost you 6 euros there. All dishes were not worth the price. The 2 main courses were also not worth the price. 1 jumbo shrimp for 48 euros and a tough octopus arm for 38 euros. The service was very arrogant and there was no smile. Never again for us!!

Had a great dinner here on Christmas Day. Izakaya has never disappointed and once again it was a TOP evening. Food was again incredibly delicious; came to the table at a good pace. Atmosphere was great and the boy who served us that evening gets a 10+. Compliments for the great service. A real night out. We would love to come back again soon.

The service staff in general was attentive, however, the first impression and onwards, set the standard for the rest of the evening. I chose the Izakaya set menu (EUR85 p.p), but I dont think the food-quality-price ratio is balanced. Side note: ''Wagyu'' only means ''beef'', not the Ax grading that is popular. The dumplings were underwhelming. The spinach salad serves 2 pcs of shrimps, 1 per person. The server whom took our order, his breath reeked of bile/puke as if they had a bad incident prior to coming to our table. This put off my appetite. Then upon taking our order, I asked about the fruits served together with the dessert due to my allergy to stone fruits. He was dismissive by responding: ''Its just a little bit'' ''Oh, but your partner can eat it for you'' ''Oh don't worry about it, its fine''. An allergy is an allergy and should be taken seriously. The dishes were underwhelming and were overshadowed by the amount of Yuzu (citrus fruit) used in majority of the dishes. In the end, all we could taste was the Yuzu almost to the point of developing a Yuzu-phobia. When finishing the course menu, my partner jokingly mentioned that we are dining at Yuzu-kaya. The atmosphere was welcoming and in general, the staff were attentive. Japanese-South american fusion was a nice attempt. Not quite the Izakaya experience we expected, unfortunately would not recommend/return.

I will never ever come back!!! My wallet has never been so light as a hard working worker 🤣🤣🤣🤣🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦🦾🦾 nice shop

I chose the chef's omakase menu, but I didn't think the price-quality ratio was balanced. The abundance of sauces and additives unfortunately overshadowed the natural taste of the ingredients. The service was excellent: attentive without being intrusive. I found the location unusual, right next to the famous Pink Room. All in all I was disappointed with the dishes, but the service made up for it

Amazing Asian Kitchen. Delicious Sushi and Cocktails.

The food is very creative and tasty! Service is great! It just really expensive.

Too expensive for what you get. In this price range I want to be surprised, special flavors. It was all too ordinary.

The best octopus with mushrooms I have ever eaten in my life A spectacular place

Nice location. Hospitable and friendly people.

Nice place good vibes amazing approach of far east food elegant flavour minimal plates A place that you must visit for sure in Amsterdam

The service at this restaurant is as professional as one would expect from an establishment of this caliber. It’s always refreshing to encounter servers who take their roles seriously and create a welcoming atmosphere for guests. The food overall was excellent, and having dined here before, we decided to sample a broader selection this time. The starters and tempura dishes stood out as highlights—well-executed and full of flavor. However, the sushi was slightly underwhelming, falling short of expectations. Despite this, the quality of the other dishes more than compensated, solidifying this as a five-star experience.

If you're more interested in vibes than the actual food, this place is alright. The food is good enough, but I truly did not feel the price matches what they are serving. It's clear you are paying to be at a cool Amsterdam space with fashionable people, but the food lacked soul.

I recently celebrated my birthday at Izakaya, and I was extremely disappointed with the service. Despite making a reservation and looking forward to a special evening, I felt completely ignored by our waitress - a "lady" with sleek high ponytail. She only asked my partner if he was okay, while I was left without any acknowledgment. When the birthday dessert arrived, she turned to my partner and said, "Enjoy," completely overlooking that it was my birthday. To make matters worse, when it came to the time for paying the bill, she addressed my partner instead of me for "thank you", which felt incredibly rude and hilarious - since I am the one who's paying the bill. This whole experience was not what I expected for such a special occasion, AT ALL. It felt as though I paid 200 euro and bought myself a nice humiliating experience - never again.

The Toro with caviar was by far the best dish. Scallops with truffles are also delicious. The other dishes were good but not impressive. The value for money is a bit disappointing as the portions are quite small and expensive. The venue has a posh-but-hipster ambience, with great music.

This restaurant is something really special. The food is top notch. A must go place.

A regular client, today is exceptionally bad. Bad sushi, bites is no classy, good service and drinks

The Wagyu and foie gras gyoza are the best in the world, thank you chefs, the staff are fantastic

Food was delicious as always, super fresh! Cocktails were good too, but the best was the service! Super attentive, Catalin the bartender was amazing!!!!! Thank you for everything

Delicious food from a set menu, good value for money. The environment was okay and the service good, but not cozy.

Exceeded expectations. Beautiful, cosy interiors with the best service I’ve had in Amsterdam. The food is pricey but you pay for an outstanding quality, and every dish is prepared with great detail. This is definitely one of my favorite restaurants, we’ll be back!

Japanese fusion restaurant inside Sir Albert's Hotel. Opens late and turns into a club after dark with DJs.

The taste and the quality of food are amazing, modern Japanese cuisine with delicate execution on platting! It serves well when you have Japanese guests in the town.

Great restaurant, best sushi and snacks!

Awsome staff, loving the energy. From day til night it changes in a big way. But in a good way.

I didn't try the food, but the bartender was very knowledgeable about the drunks he served, as well as flthe few international cocktails I asked about. Over all a great experience. The food smells amazing and the drink are great. The bartender also can explain the drinks. Highly recommend for everyone!!!

Bad service! If reservations are not honored, I indicate that I can come, then I am refused and I stand outside on the sidewalk with my wife! Not recommended

we got the recommendation from a local and it was definitely worth the visit! everything was phenomenal and we will be back!

I went to IZAKAYA in Amsterdam for the first time with my wife. The food is a 10/10. The problem, however, is that the ambience with the poor furnishings and the narrow seating does not fit the expensive fine dining restaurant concept at all. We couldn't take it anymore after 40 minutes as our backs and legs hurt. So you have to eat and get out quickly, so you can't spend a relaxing evening here and be freed from everyday stress.

Went to Izakaya for the first time yesterday and we were very curious about this restaurant. When we arrived at the restaurant, expectations were high. It looked beautifully maintained and we were kindly welcomed by the employee. Once we arrived at our seat, we were kindly approached by our host for the evening. He kindly helped us look through the menu and made a recommendation. However, it all went downhill for us from there. The dishes were particularly salty. I expected that this kitchen would play with flavors and that the dishes would come out well, but with the second dish it became clear that this was not the case. The way the dishes were prepared was fine, the meat was tender. But the amount of salt that was used means that I would not go to this restaurant again. Unfortunately, this is absolutely not worth the quality/price ratio. To be honest, sushi koi has more flavor in the food than I have tasted here. For a pleasant evening, I will go to the red sun next time. Where they can play with flavors and not throw the salt pan over it.

Maybe we made a mistake by ordering the omakase menu as it is preselected. There were 2 nice dishes out of 7. The deep friend crab legs served with the shell and the oily salmon should definitely not be served as part of a 115€ menu… I am still digesting it…

Unfortunately the experience is really overpriced, and while it can be fun a couple of times, the quality simply doesn’t justify the cost. Nearly every dish contains shiso leaf, which overpowers the flavors and detracts from the overall taste. Additionally, I can’t understand how they consistently have the worst desserts. Cotton candy with corn or mango ice with popping candy? It felt like an instant cavity waiting to happen. Step up your game Izakaya..

Amazing food, service and atmosphere. The staff were lovely. Would recommend highly.

The dessert with cotton candy fell short of expectations and could definitely be improved.

We got 7 course menu, which was a pretty good choice. Every dish was unique and delicious. I found the service fine and the waiters were friendly. My favorite course was the dessert, which was a chocolate mousse (maybe the best I've ever tried).

An address where I have been systematically returning since 2015! Everything is always perfect... And each time, a real surprise in terms of taste and flavors! The service is attentive, the cocktails excellent... And the menu, unmissable!

Everything super TOP! Excellent quality, impeccable service and superlative location. Nothing to say, the fish is very fresh and the preparations are excellent. Definitely one of the top restaurants in Amsterdam. If you want to have a unique and high quality experience this is the right restaurant. Obviously everything has a price and you pay for quality. If you are going to a cheap place this is not the right one but if you are willing to pay the right price for quality don't miss it. Warmly recommended!!!

I gave a 3 star review a year ago. The food and service were lacking. I went back and everything was 5 stars. Service top notch, food amazing, friendly, nice atmosphere. This place is back on track, well managed

Used to be my favourite place in Ams, but has lost its charm. Food was pushed out quickly like a 2* restaurant. Buzz is lacking what it used to be. Please bring back the old Izakaya - I miss what it used to be!

I recently visited the restaurant with high hopes for a memorable experience, but unfortunately, it did not live up to my expectations, considering the price point and the hype. I think the most disappointing aspect of my experience was the service. Our waiter seemed uninterested, displayed a lack of enthusiasm, and made some of our interactions quite awkward. This lack of engagement significantly detracted from the overall dinning experience. While the menu offered a variety of dishes, the food was somewhat overpriced for the quality and portion sizes provided. Although some of the items were quite flavorful, the overall experience did not justify the high prices. I expected a more balance value for the cost. The ambiance of the restaurant was also a bit of a letdown. The atmosphere felt uninviting and lacked the warmth and the charm associated with Latin america and Asia, which it claims to be a fusion of. The decor, or lack thereof, seemed dated and didn't contribute to a comfortable or appealing setting. On a positive note, the drinks at IZAKAYA were incredibly creative and fantastic! The mixologists clearly put a lot of thought and effort into crafting unique and delicious drinks. Each drink we tried was a delightful surprise, showcasing a blend of flavors that truly stood out. This aspect of the experience was a highlight for me and slightly redeemed the overall visit. In summary, the restaurant fell short in several key areas: service, food pricing per portion, and ambiance. Despite its potential, these shortcomings made for a less-than-pleasant dining experience considering I spent 280 euros. However, the inventive and well-executed drinks are worth mentioning and might appeal to those seeing a unique cocktail experience.

1st we went and we had a wonderful experience. Food and staff/service was amazing. We'll definitely come back.

Delicious food! It was a great date night place. Its definitely expensive but for the occasional dinner to celebrate a special day its truly worth it.

They did not accept us because we were a group of 14 people, the restaurant was empty