Samouraï

Cuisine

japanese

Michelin

selected

Price

€€€

Website

https://samourai-bruxelles.com/

Description

Samouraï has been a culinary landmark of Brussels since 1974. Since moving to Avenue Louise, the uncluttered interior sports three dining areas adorned in Asian art, a large bonsai and a pastel terracotta colour scheme. Razor-sharp precision and rich flavours embody the authentic Japanese fare, depicted by a varied menu of sushi and sashimi, together with tableside preparations like sukiyaki. The chef crafts gyoza, which can be crispy or velvety, with a fork-tender prawn stuffing, home-made dashi and a scattering of sweet-sour sides to further underscore the subtle flavours. Popular lunchtime

Review score

3.1

Review count

80

Review summary

Samouraï in Brussels offers Japanese cuisine with mixed reception. Food quality is polarized; while some praise the fresh tuna, tempura, and varied bento menus, others find the sashimi ordinary and the main courses lacking refinement. Service is inconsistent, ranging from charming staff to stressed, slow experiences with insufficient waiters. The new location features bright, cozy decor, though the exterior resembles a canteen. Atmosphere is generally pleasant despite occasional criticism. Creativity in tasting menus is questioned, and value is debated due to high costs relative to the experience. This restaurant suits diners seeking authentic Japanese flavors who can tolerate variable service and focus on specific high-quality items rather than a uniform fine-dining experience.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking specific high-quality Japanese ingredients who can tolerate variable service.

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