Yakitori Numata — Restaurant in Dusseldorf

Context: I lived in Japan, and also lived in New York for a long time (NYC has a lot of great authentic Japanese restaurants). Their Yokohama iekei ramen is great; it's not an easy to find ramen variation. The chicken broth is thick and delicious, though the noodles were overcooked. Their yakitori and vegetable skewers were just ok. The smokiness and char wasn't quite there, and the vegetables lack the juiciness you get when biting into a grilled vegetable. The meat was also a bit on the dry side. The service was good, but when we got there we couldn't open the door. We waved and hung around outside waiting for them to open for us, but they saw us and had no curiosity whatsoever why we couldn't get in. We finally got them to open after literally pulling on the door to show that we...

Yakitori Numata is a hidden gem that truly delivers on quality, flavor, and value. The grilled vegetables and skewers are simply outstanding. Each vegetable skewer is perfectly charred, bringing out a smoky sweetness that complements the natural flavors. The meat skewers are equally impressive—juicy, tender, and seasoned to perfection.

For the price, the portions are generous, and the quality rivals much more expensive places. The variety on the menu allows you to explore different flavors, and everything is cooked fresh to order. Whether you’re a fan of traditional chicken yakitori or prefer the vegetarian options, there’s something for everyone. Highly recommend for a casual, flavorful...

Japanese cuisine is second nature to me and this was impressive to find a restaurant like that in Germany. The interior really looks like a restaurant you could find in Japan. The service was exemplary, despite how busy they were. The yakitori skewers were well made although they tasted a little bit different than what I am familiar with, perhaps to match the local palate? Other than that, everything else was great. PS : If you wish to tip them, make sure to have some cash on you as they cannot take it from the...