Restaurant Kato

Kato has been one of our favorite spots since it first opened, and it never disappoints. Over the years, the restaurant has made significant improvements to its interior, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere that feels perfect for enjoying their exceptional cuisine. This charming, small restaurant is run by a talented Japanese couple, and their dedication to quality and authenticity truly shines through in every dish. The Food: The food is simply amazing. Every dish we tried was a delight, but a few stood out as absolute favorites: • Oysters: These are pure perfection. The blend of flavors with the yuzu, combined with the slightly crispy texture of the oyster (which is not fully cooked), creates a taste that feels like heaven. • Aburi Toro Nigiri: The grilled tuna sushi is a must-try. The rich, buttery flavor of the toro paired with the perfect sear is unforgettable. • Negi Toro Maki: Another favorite that never fails to impress. • Ankimo (if available): If you’re lucky enough to find this on the menu, don’t miss it. It’s simply divine! Kato offers a truly authentic and exceptional dining experience, making it one of the best sushi restaurants around. We’ll continue to come back and recommend it to anyone looking for high-quality Japanese food served with care and passion.

Clean/clear rice & fresh / creamy fish that dissolves in the mouth. Chefs attention to his ingredients ( imported and indigenous ) in combination with his craftsmanship hits the tongue like a sniper.

As authentic as it gets. It brought me back to those sushi loving memories of Japan ☺️ Loved all the dishes and I was impressed with the great choice. My favorites were the oysters, the wagyu nigiri and the scallops with sea urchin. Made me miss Tokyo 🥺

You need to come here. The quality of the fish is beyond to the point that this is now my standard for great sushi. They also have amazing quality sake.

Awesome location. Really good food. The chef is a god. It's just a pleasure to watch him prepare the sushi.

Unpretentious and simple clean flavours. The nigiri & sashimi were 👌🏼 but the stars of my meal were the “maatjes” with a ponzu sauce and the wakame salad. Next time I come to Antwerp to get my Sushi fix, this will be where I go from now on.

Best traditional sushi of Antwerp. It's pricy but it definitly worth it! The different plates have amazing quality and taste ! I recommand 100%

A very easy going place with some great food. If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the trendy places/venues on Marnix plaats, then this is a good option! Value for you hard-earned $.