The best sushi restaurants in Amsterdam

Worked up an appetite after cruising the canals and admiring the museums in Amsterdam? Then there’s one activity you really shouldn’t miss: enjoying fresh sushi in one of the many Japanese restaurants across the city. However, choosing where to get the best sushi isn’t easy. To help you out, we’ve made a list of three of the best sushi restaurants in Amsterdam.

A quick and delicious bite at Soy Tasty

A short walk north of Vondelpark, at the Bilderdijkstraat, you’ll find Soy Tasty. Here, amazing sushi is served in a fun and modern bar setting, perfectly catered to the city life. You won’t have a long dinner here. Instead, you can expect a quick and delicious meal for takeaway or to enjoy on the terrace or in the couple of spots inside.

Besides their delicious temaki, uramaki, maki, and nigiri, Soy Tasty is praised for their donburi bowls: A salad bowl with rice, and either chicken or fried shrimp, topped with a delicious sauce. Are you looking to order from the comfort of your place or hotel? Soy Tasty will deliver the food quickly and up until 20:30, perfect for after a long day of discovering the city.

A modern twist at Musashi Sushi&Grill

If you’re looking to enjoy a relaxed dinner in a stylish setting, Musashi Sushi & Grill won’t disappoint. Located in Amsterdam-Noord, this restaurant combines traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern touches. The sushi menu offers all the classics, plus creative choices like the generous Godzilla roll, the Alaska roll with cream cheese, and the Kobe roll with beef and truffle mayo.

Musashi Sushi & Grill is praised for their fresh and delicious sushi as well as their quick and friendly service. This is reflected in the reviews on Just Eat Amsterdam (locally known as Thuisbezorgd.nl), where they have a 4.5-star rating.

The Vegan Sushi Bar

If you’re looking for a vegan option, then this is the place for you. The Vegan Sushi Bar, located at the Wittenburgergracht, is a modern place, decorated with beautiful plants, wooden panels, and neon signs. You can even enjoy your sushi outside when the weather is nice.

The Vegan Sushi Bar uses plant-based alternatives such as oyster mushrooms and tofu katsu. The Bao Buns, and delicious desserts such as the Matcha Tiramisu, are a must-try! Whichever dish you pick, this sushi bar will not disappoint. And it has the reviews to prove it: it scores an average of 4.4 stars on Just Eat Amsterdam.

A piece of Japan in Amsterdam

What better way to end a long day of discovering Amsterdam than treating yourself to some sushi from some of the best restaurants? You can dress up for a nice restaurant experience or have the food delivered to where you are staying: food delivery in Amsterdam is readily available.