IKIGAI - Japanese BBQ — Restaurant in Cologne

BEST ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT Restaurant I have tried in Germany as a foodie. This review will say everything you want: First, the location is really good. The moment you go in, you will be met by smiling faces and happy workers, which isn’t always the case in all-you-can-eat-drink restaurants. The ambience and the atmosphere is really cool and also fancy, it works for group of friends, families, and works especially well for couples. On the table, you will find a grill in the middle, which is the reason I find it better when only 2 people together go because for 4 people the grill sometimes won’t be enough. Anyway, the selection of food is not that big, but everything is high quality, their meat is just amazing, seafood is really good, Sushi is amazing, but the quality of meat is different than others. They have some limited vegan options but it’s not worth paying 37/39€ if you don’t eat meat. While eating, you will see the servers always smiling and happy to help, you won’t feel uncomfortable asking for anything, and they clean really quick and often which is amazing. Bathrooms are also clean and smell good. Tdlr; everything was amazing, food tastes great, atmosphere was great, service...

Wow, what an incredible find! This Japanese BBQ restaurant brings a trending food concept to life with its interactive dining experience—grilling your own meats right at the table is both fun and delicious. It’s an absolute paradise for meat lovers, offering a fantastic selection of high-quality cuts that are worth every penny. The menu doesn’t stop there; they also have a wide variety of hot and cold drinks to pair with your meal, from refreshing teas to bold sake options.

The vibe is perfect for large groups looking to hang out—spacious seating and a lively atmosphere make it ideal for gatherings with friends or family. The service team was super friendly and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed without hovering. I also loved the little touches, like the assortment of sauces and sides that elevated the flavors even more. Clean, modern decor and a welcoming ambiance sealed the deal.

I’m already looking forward to my next visit—this place is a standout addition to the local dining scene. Highly recommend it for anyone craving a unique and...

We had dinner at IKIGAI last night. It is not possible to book a table atm, so we went without a reservation. We had to wait outside for an hour, but we did get a table in the end. They told us that they are working on taking reservations. The staff was extremely friendly and they were very fast when it came to the service. It was very clean too. The variety of food was not extremely big, but there is more than enough to choose from. The quality was also very good. Drinks are also included, which was nice too. However, we were quite surprised that they just had regular sodas and no zero options, but there were a lot of other drinks to choose from. Apparently they usually do have it, but I guess they were out of zero options last night. All in all, it was a very nice experience. We will...