Kaiseki

A very pleasant dinner here. The menu leans into Asian fusion with a clear effort to do something a bit outside the square, and it works well. The dishes are thoughtfully composed, nicely presented, and full of flavour without feeling heavy or overcomplicated. Everything we tried was enjoyable and interesting, including for a child, which is not always easy with this style of cuisine. You can tell the kitchen is experimenting, but in a confident and balanced way rather than for shock value. The atmosphere is calm and relaxing, making it easy to enjoy the meal at a comfortable pace, and the staff were welcoming and attentive throughout. A good choice if you’re looking for something a little different while still feeling approachable and well executed.

I booked for my husbands birthday and it didn't disappoint. The service was welcoming and the atmosphere was relaxed. The food was amazing, for starters we had the cured salmon and the prawn and nduja pasta. For mains we had the fish of the day and chicken karaage. Finally for dessert we had the pistachio sandwich and the exotic Millie foglie. Everything was cooked beautifully and tasted superb. I would definitely recommend.

My partner wanted to celebrate his birthday in a Michelin-starred Asian restaurant, and fortunately, we found Kaiseki. When we arrived, the staff seemed a bit tired, which is why they didn’t welcome us warmly. However, as we enjoyed our food, the staff became more pleasant and incredibly accommodating. We decided to order the tasting menu, which we thought was the best choice for a full course meal. For starters, we had pork gyoza, beef tartare, mushroom ragu, and shrimp dumplings. The mushroom ragu was fantastic – it was the best starter of the four. For pasta, we chose the mussel risotto. At first, we thought the food was a bit blunt, but it grew on us over time. For mains, we tried the short rib, which was perfect. It was an explosion of flavours, with the sweetness prevailing. For dessert, we had the coconut tart, which was really good. They even sang happy birthday to my partner, which was a sweet touch. Overall, the experience was great. One thing I would recommend is their choice of dinnerware. The plates they used were a bit consistent, and I noticed it as I was expecting a more consistent look when the food was served.

This restaurant is recommended by the Michelin guide, and it’s immediately clear why: the quality and presentation of the dishes speak for themselves. It’s a small fusion restaurant with just a few tables and a creative, enticing menu. They also offer a tasting menu where the chef selects four appetizers, a pasta dish, and a main course from the à la carte options—exactly what we tried. Since there are a few ingredients we don’t eat, we gave the staff a list of dietary restrictions. Despite that, they thoughtfully put together a tasting menu that fully respected our preferences, avoiding everything we had asked to exclude. Exceptional attention to customer needs. The wine list is also excellent, with a well-balanced selection of both local and international labels. Every dish we tried was truly outstanding. But what impressed me the most was the service: the person who looked after us was always smiling, calm, attentive, and never intrusive. Highly recommended—not only for the quality but also because the prices are more reasonable than many other places at this level.

I tried the tasting menu at Kaiseki and really enjoyed the experience. The four starters were fine, with the shrimp dumpling standing out as especially tasty. The pasta, ravioli with rabbit, was good, though a bit too much sauce for my taste. The main course — duck with mashed potatoes — was absolutely delicious, and the dessert was simply amazing. Everything blended perfectly in my mouth, I loved it! The staff were very friendly and explained each dish in detail, which made the evening even better. I’ll definitely be coming back!

A small, cellar-like space with archways and a cosy bar greeting you at the entrance. The restaurant has about 14 tables for two, creating an intimate, tucked-away atmosphere. There’s also some outdoor seating, though it’s set on a slope, which didn’t feel ideal. The menu features a creative blend of Asian flavours with Mediterranean influences — an interesting concept that mostly delivers on flavour, though not everything hits the mark. Drinks Both cocktails we tried were underwhelming. • Kaiseki Sour (Akashi Whiskey, red wine, simple syrup): decent balance, but nothing memorable. • Sasuma: pink gin based with pomegranate was far too sweet — I actually had to dilute it with water to tone it down. Starters • Pork Gyoza (€14.50) BBQ pork mince with teriyaki, spicy mayo, crispy onion, and spring onion. The gyoza were nicely cooked with good-quality meat and a rich sauce. Four pieces per serving. • Shrimp Dumplings (€15.50) Served with wakame, soy, and sesame dressing. Essentially a twist on har gow — slightly torched exterior adding depth of flavour. Nicely done. • Mushroom Tartlet (€16) Shiitake soy filling with grana and puffed buckwheat. Beautifully presented; flaky pastry and rich mushroom filling made this one of the highlights. Overall, the starters were the standout dishes, though quite pricey for portion size. Mains • Rabbit Ravioli Homemade ravioli with rabbit cream jus and aged Maltese pecorino. Five pieces in total — rich, almost caramel-like sauce with lovely crispy pecorino. A well-executed local twist. • Prawn & ’Nduja Mezze Maniche Prawn bisque finished with ’nduja and herb butter. Unfortunately, overly salty despite the prawns being perfectly cooked. With better seasoning, this could’ve been excellent. The pastas were interesting but unfortunately wasn’t at the same taste mark as the starters and the same price point. The main: • Iberico Pork Glazed pork with Japanese fried rice, char siu, and fried egg. A very heavy dish — rich, fatty, and slightly dry pork. Even shared between two, it felt overly rich. Overall Service was attentive and friendly throughout. Ambience is intimate but a bit cramped — you can easily overhear conversations from nearby tables. Kaiseki has some creative ideas and strong execution on presentation, especially in the starters, but a few dishes (and cocktails) could use refinement to match the concept and price point.

We had such a fantastic experience here! The service was absolutely spot on – attentive without being overbearing – and the vibe was just perfect. The outdoor seating is a must if you can get it, the area is so lively and adds to the whole experience. Cocktails were super fresh and full of flavour – the Samusa cocktail was hands down our favourite (so unique and delicious!). We shared a bunch of starters and honestly, every single one was beautifully presented and tasted incredible. The shiitake mushroom ragu and beef tartare really stood out – both packed with flavour and just so well done. For mains, we couldn’t pick just one so ended up sharing a few – no regrets! The short rib stole the show for me, melt-in-your-mouth and perfectly paired with the sides. But honestly, everything we tried was mouthwatering. Definitely a place worth coming back to – amazing food, great drinks, and such a lovely atmosphere.

Lovely place for dinner. We had the iberico pork and rabbit ravioli and both were scrumptious! Don’t skip on desert, you’ll be talking about it all the way home. The atmosphere is cozy and romantic.