I tried the Special Miso Ramen at Takumi 1st in Dusseldorf recently. FI'd give the overall…read moreexperience 8.3/10: - Soup: 9/10: Authentic/hearty - Noodle: 8/10: Doesn't "grab" onto the soup, a bit too tough/undercooked even after soaking still - Meat: 7.5/10: Decently cooked, cut was okay - Condiments: 7.8/10: Nice variety but not perfect balance - Atmosphere: 8.5/10The restaurant felt like ones in Japan which was nice. - Price: 8/10

After traveling around Switzerland for a week, it got to that point in the trip where we…read moredesperately needed Asian food. We were passing through Düsseldorf for half a day and saw they're known for their Japanese food, so we decided to check out Takumi! They have both indoor and outdoor seating available. AJITAMA TONKOTSU RAMEN: I'm a tonkotsu person and almost always order this over other types of ramen. Not sure if I was just so severely deprived of Asian food, but I felt Takumi's tonkotsu ramen ranked pretty high on my list! And coming from SoCal as well as having lived down the street from both major Japanese food hubs in Los Angeles, that's saying a lot! Good amount of pork, the noodles were cooked to the perfect texture, and the broth was rich without being overly salty. I don't usually enjoy other types of ramen so I can't speak for those items from their menu. But I slurped my entire bowl of tonkotsu ramen dry! KARAAGE: Large pieces with crispy exterior and super juicy interiors! I wasn't expecting much but in the end I was super happy we ordered this. Overall, amazing tonkotsu ramen located in Düsseldorf's Little Tokyo.

There was a line but it went fast. We were seated at a tall table for 9 with another couple and a…read moresingle then another single after. Not my preferred seating. Spouse had a bowl which salted broth that he enjoyed. It was good but not worth the five stars I've been seeing.

We took a trip to Düsseldorf for the Christmas markets, and made it a point to also leave room for…read moredelicious Japanese food. We were delighted that Takeichi was open on a Sunday when quite a lot of other businesses are closed! We snagged the last available bar seats facing the window- this place was BUMPING on a chilly Sunday afternoon even at 3pm. The kimchi as a starter was a win, better than what we can find in Amsterdam. The takoyaki was also delicious- served piping hot and resh. We tried the delicious tan tan men, and their shoyu ramen. The tan tan men was my favorite - creamy chicken soup, sesame paste, chili oil. I'm not sure why the shoyu wasn't as tasty, but the portions were perfect and the amount of noodles was just how we liked. Prompt and friendly service, casual atmosphere with lots of space, and everything you could want on a wintry day. Thank you, Takeichi, for warming us up!

Long long lines because it is worth the wait. Ramen bowls…read moreare huge and can be shared for two. Ramen was tasty and we mostly ate it. Fried rice was a small portion and for me that was expensive for what you get. The only downside eating indoors is you smell so bad when you get out after eating. So if you don't want the smell on your clothes eat outdoors.

Food was good and the sets were a great deal for the price. We walked in for dinner on a weekday…read morenight and were seated at the bar, but when we left, there was a long line outside, so definitely try to get here early!

They have a whole vegan section of the menu, with 6 different vegan ramens. Since I love tan tan…read moremen, I ordered the vegan tan tan men (€14.50). Be sure to order it with vegan noodles if you want it vegan. The ramen came out in about 3 minutes! The portion is reasonable, with really nice, firm, al dente noodles, one piece of bok choy, a few slices of raw tomato, 3 pieces of fried tofu, and shaved green onion. The broth is of course what tends to make or break a ramen, and the broth here was excellent: nutty, lightly spicy, complex, without being too heavy. Really authentic tan tan men broth here. Not exceptional, hence the 4-star review, but damn impressive. I'd prefer some better toppings (e.g., replace the tomato with something like menma, kikurage, or something a little more authentic). Very friendly, appreciative Japanese service. Definitely recommended for great vegan/veggie ramen.

Chicken katsu und tantan ramen kriegen von mir maximal 3 Sterne. Schön crisp und die Brühe cremig…read moreaber da gibt es bessere Alternativen vor allem im takumi 1. Was wirklich heraus stach und den Laden oben auf die Liste legt sind deren crispy karaage mit Mochi artigem Teig, saftig, crispy. Genau wie karaage sein muss. 5 Sterne. Die takoyaki waren ebenfalls cremig, crispy, tasty. Beides würden wir nochmal ordern. Alles was Mala gebranded wird, würde ich sein lassen. Das schmeckt nicht selbst gemacht. Gyoza waren maximal ok. Bleibt beim karaage und takoyaki Ramen technisch auf keinen Fall was scharfes, dann direkt Standard miso ramen.

Karaage waren schon alt, kalt und nicht knusprig sondern verhärtet. Auch nicht saftig, traurig das…read moreihr sowas dem Kunden gibt. Takoyaki also mittagszusatz hatte gefühlt keinen Fischinhalt und war geschmacklich auch nicht überzeugend. Gyoza auch zum vergessen. Die Ramen waren ok. Das Tonkotsu ist ok. Für 12€ ein guter Preis. Das black garlic war gut.

Yum yum yum! It seems that it is overshadowed by its famous ramen neighbor, but Takumi offers rich…read moreramen in all types of flavors in its own right. I particularly love how their noodles are made for them in japan and brought in. They have thick and thin noodles but most of their ramen is with the thin. Would like to try the thick kind next time. They have 3 "colors" of signature ramens - white original, red is spicy and the black is the black pepper. I don't often find black pepper broth, definitely enjoyed it. The new spicy broth was also very tasty and definitely love the soft boiled egg.

I found this place through Yelp. It is really nice and the food is really really good! The staff…read morewas English friendly and there was free WiFi (just got to ask for the password). I was told Japanese ramen was a must in Düsseldorf and it did not disappoint.

We were on a family vacation with the kids and came across this place near our hotel. The owner was…read morevery friendly and Ramen was fantastic. It was a casual atmosphere and very reasonable prices, unlike other Japanese restaurants in the area. Highly recommend.

Vegetable ramen 4.5 max stars if I could…read more Takezo offers a solid and enjoyable vegetable ramen that stands out for its thick flavorful broth. The broth has enough depth to support two extra servings of noodles which says a lot about its richness. The ingredients taste fresh and the bowl includes greens corn sprouts and tofu skin that all blend well with the noodles. The portion size is medium and works well for a casual lunch or lighter dinner. The service is where the experience feels more typical of Germany rather than what you might expect from a Japanese restaurant. The staff is not very attentive and the overall service can feel slow or indifferent. There is no English menu available which may be challenging for some visitors. However you can still get by with simple English and a few basic German phrases and the staff will usually understand enough to take your order. The restaurant itself has a straightforward casual vibe and the food quality is consistently good. The ramen is the highlight with its strong broth and reliable flavor. If you are craving vegetable ramen with a thicker broth and do not mind the slower service Takezo is worth a visit.

Ramen wasn't good. The noodles were firm which we liked but taste wise it disappointed. We got the…read morekimchi one and even my wife who loves kimchi wasn't a fan. Their don was ok. It was good. If you like it when they flambé your meat then you'll like it. It's basically flambéd pork with sweet unagi. Overall ok. The service was terrible.

One word -- WOW! This place is amazing! Hubby had a sushi assortment and I had a salmon bento…read more We'll definitely be back and may even try the assortment of grilled sewers which includes duck and ribs. The service is also outstanding and restaurant ambience modern quaint.

Update: das yakitori chicken für 10.80€ war sehr lecker, rauchig und geschmackvoll. Würde das…read morewieder essen und für den Preis unschlagbar. Das Ei kommt separat und das würde ich weglassen. Alles was yakitori auf dem Holzkohlegrill landet ist vielversprechend.

FOOD & DRINKS Another day, another visit to a Ramen…read morerestaurant in Düsseldorf. I went with the recommendation and ordered the Mali Tora Soba. The soup was very oily. I would say a bit too much for my liking. It also wasn't really spicy just in case you are afraid it will burn your tastebuds. Instead it was more fragrant and I strongly believe the reason for that is because of the famous Chinese chili oil they added to the broth. In particular the one with crisp chilis. The minced meat did not have too much flavor. Overall it was still a nice bowl of ramen. SERVICE Unfortunately the service felt rushed and busy. ATMOSPHERE Sadly they still haven't opened the restaurant for dining inside. RATING Personally I would only come back again if I can eat inside the restaurant to enjoy the Japanese flair and I would skip the recommendation and try something else. It wasn't bad but it wasn't special enough.

Die Curries der absolute Wahnsinn…read more Sind zwar ziemlich teuer, dafür immer frisch, seit Jahren gleichbleibend hervorragende Qualität und wirklich üppig. Eine To Go Curry Bowl reicht locker für Zwei oder für 2x futtern