Sala of Tokyo

The «Sala of Tokyo» next to Bahnhofstrasse is Zurich's oldest and most well-known Japanese restaurant. Owner Lorenz Muster has long impressed with his classic, authentic Japanese cuisine served to a high standard. The extensive menu features a wide selection of sushi and numerous dishes designed for sharing. Thanks to the magical concept of «Kaiseki», even casual diners can discover the many facets of this refined culinary tradition. The appetizers, such as the egg custard with silken tofu and caviar, wagyu with ginger, and crab with spinach, are elegantly plated and perfectly balanced in flavor. The sashimi demonstrate excellent handling of fish at the «Sala», with the magnificent bluefin tuna standing out in particular. The perfectly marinated and torched salmon tartare with wasabi is bursting with flavor, while the nigiri do justice to the sushi master's skill. The braised wagyu with mashed potatoes and soy sauce reduction is also flawlessly executed, whereas the tempura of langoustines, asparagus, and pumpkin is delicate but somewhat unremarkable. The service is friendly and unobtrusive, yet at these prices, it is inexcusable that our request to avoid seafood from the third course onward was overlooked.