Great food made by very friendly people who take pride in their work. It's actually a catering…read morecompany but from time to time they do these restaurant days at their apartment, which is quite the experience.

From the owner: Malicafe is a food catering that is dedicated to your better health and state of mind by eating…read moresimple and local, traditional and whole. The food we offer is Organic, Vegan, Vegetarian dishes, all harmonized and inspired by Macrobiotic and Japanese recipes. Our feature menu are biologisch Vegan sushi (brown rice), Tofu Burger, a great variety of Vegan/Vegetarian dishes. We also open our doors to our guests on reservation.

My best friends and spent our rainy Amsterdam day at the museum and wanted to grab some food to…read morewarm us up afterwards. My friend found Umaimon and we decided to give it a try. It doesn't look like much from the outside but once you're indoors, it's a huge space with lots of seating. We shared the spicy gyoza appetizer it was SO good! I got a spicy chicken ramen and there was an insane amount of flavor in every bite. The portions are huge and I wish I had more room to eat it all. I highly recommend this place if you're in Amsterdam!

Delicious! We came here because it was so highly rated on many websites. This was our first dinner…read moreand Amsterdam and we were impressed. The ramen was on point. Delicious noddles and toppings, the broth was so rich and tasty. Gyoza appetizer was great too! Service was decent, but that's all of Europe right lol. I enjoyed the ramen here more than most places and I definitely recommend coming here if you're in the mood!!

Best sushi so far in Amsterdam. I can't say that I've tried them all but this is the best I've…read moretried. Prices are a little steep accordingly but that's alright. Shared a large plate, unagi roll and a salmon hand roll. Everything was very tasty.

This is where you get a taste of what japanese home cooking would be like or a side alley small…read morerestaurant in Japan. No fuss or thrills, but good simple authentic japanese food. Don't expect any all you can eat sushi infused with lots of mayo and dressing. They say simplicity is the ultimate sophistication and I am a fan of simplicity. If you prefer all-you-can eat style sushi, this might not be for you. But if you appreciate a quiet homey low key date night, this could be for you. The service did seem a little slow as there was only one waitress working during that time, and perhaps the kitchen was understaffed as well? It's nice, but nothing great. Hence the three stars.

My friends and I came here for a late dinner on a Saturday evening. It was pretty busy, but we were…read moreseated upon arrival. Food: They had a vegetarian takoyaki on the menu, which I haven't had in many years. Obviously it didn't have actual tako in it, but it was still very good. I also had the vegetarian ramen that was also good. Service: Service was quick and easy. Not much to add. TL;DR - Not a bad place for vegetarian ramen and appetizers!

Ramen no for me, I had the veggie ramen. It was OK. My friend asked for corn in her ramen and they…read moredid not add it. Service was fast. Noodles were good but overall OK.

The rude hostess was only to be outdone by the rude bartender. Not tourist friendly as apparently…read moreyou can only sit at the bar if you're not a local. We walked out and glad we did.

I don't understand the bad reviews on this place at all, because it was PHENOMENAL. We sat at the…read morebar. Katalene (sp?) was so knowledgeable and helpful. We ordered basically the whole menu - tuna crispy rice, spinach salad, dumplings, nigiri, sea bass, yellowtail, salmon, corn bites, and Madeline cakes for dessert. It was all so delicious. We would 100% come back.

Some of the best sushi I've had. I was very impressed on the quality of the food and service. We…read morewere walking to another Japanese restaurant but saw this on the away and decided to give it a try. I am glad we did!

best ramen, yakitori and other authentic dishes outside of Japan. eating here is one of the…read morehighlights of my annual visits amsterdam. it's really that good!

What an incredible dinner we had at this place! Food was amazing! Presentation is appetizing!…read moreHighly recommend to vegans and NON vegans!

Very eclectic place. Great food, not the greatest service or comfortable dining experience. 4/5 for…read morethe food; 3/5 overall. We arrived around 6:30pm for dinner. Staff don't bother to find tables for you; they let customers figure things out among themselves. Alright. We eventually grabbed a table after 5-10 minutes, then had our order taken 10 minutes later. The food took a long time to come out: about 40 minutes (other than 1 appy that came out after 20). Good thing it was tasty. We got: -plantain fries (€6) -- tasty, especially with the sweet dipping sauce, but you get about 8 fries, so not great value. -okonomiyaki (€12.90) -- this was wonderful. So many lovely textures, flavours, and seasoned beautifully. This was the highlight of the meal for me. -vegan plate (€18.90) -- really nicely designed plate, with a base of brown rice, with a sort of Japanese slaw, vegan chicken katsu, tempura (apparently, though I didn't notice it), and stir fried veggies. Super tasty stuff. Not the biggest portion, but not bad either. My friends each got the crispy roti wrap (€14.90), which they loved, and the taste I had was great. Overall, great food, not the best dining experience. Perhaps my experience wasn't representative. I'd go back for the okonomiyaki alone.

Remarkably good fish the times I came. Ordered pretty traditional sushi's. The service is prompt…read moreand courteous and the restaurant has a lively atmosphere.

I am skeptic of any rolling sushi bars but the food is actually fresh and good at this place. This…read moreplace offers a vast menu besides a rolling sushi bar and I tried the sea bass and three piece of lambs; both dishes were actually excellent dishes. The service started slow but once the server took the order, she was attentive and very nice. I don't blame her as I was there at peak hours and the owner made sure that my table to get taken care of.

If you've been to their spot in Oud West, you already know the vibe…read more It's the mother restaurant that started the craze, and it still holds the crown for one of the best atmospheres in Amsterdam. The concept is Japanese Finger Food (Izakaya style). Think less "giant bowl of ramen" and more "I want to try seven different things while sipping a highball." * Must-Haves: The salmon tataki is consistently perfect, and their katsu sando is a legitimate mood booster. * The Bar: Their selection of Japanese whiskies and sakes is top-tier. If you're unsure, ask the staff. Whether you're rolling deep with a group of friends or you're in town on a business trip and need a spot where you won't feel awkward sitting solo at the bar, this is it. It's buzzy, dimly lit, and high-energy without being pretentious. It's located in the heart of De Pijp. It's the perfect "anchor" for an evening. You can wander through the Albert Cuypmarkt during the day, grab dinner here, and then hit any of the neighboring bars for a nightcap. It's a popular spot and they don't always take reservations for small groups, so show up a little early or be prepared to grab a drink while you wait.

On our last night in Amsterdam, my wife and I were looking for a break from Heineken and…read morebitterballen and searched for lighter bites in the De Pijp neighborhood, when we stumbled upon this place. What. A. Gem. It wasn't an obvious choice, especially when we arrived as the local street market was breaking down the stalls and cleaning up the street trash outside. But these people know how to take care of you. Everything is made with intention and love. The dishes are made to share and come out as they are prepared, fresh and paced so that you're never overwhelmed by too many plates on your table. It's an intimate experience, with servers who are neither overbearing or far out of reach. The menu is simple and delicious. It has a very nice list of Japanese sake and whisky, and the cocktails are beautiful. We left in a perfect mood, neither full or hungry. The spinach salad was perfectly dressed and the Saikoro beef steak melts in the two sauces that accompany it. I cannot recommend highly enough. Such a nice send off from Amsterdam.

Everything was served and prepared for perfection. It definitely is of Michelin standards. This…read morewas the first time my wife and I had an 8 course Japanese meal. Small portions and we not feel over stuffed at the end. The various selection of sake was excellent.

Excellent service, friendly staff and upbeat vibe. The food was prepared fresh in front of us and…read morewith a lot of care and consideration. Good quality ingredients and nice wine selection.