Zürich · Izakaya · a la carte
Samurai VII
Japanese izakaya & sushiIzakayaSushiBentoTakeawayAltstetten
Samurai VII is a genuine neighbourhood Japanese izakaya in Zürich's Altstetten district, where chefs with experience from Tokyo and Niigata kitchens prepare bento boxes, sashimi and izakaya favourites.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Altstetten (Kreis 9)
- Since
- 2016
Plate № 118
About
Part of a small Zürich-based Japanese restaurant group, Samurai VII is the Altstetten branch serving authentic Japanese home-style cooking in an unpretentious setting. The kitchen is staffed by chefs who worked for extended periods in Tokyo and Niigata, bringing real Japanese restaurant experience to the menu of bento boxes, sashimi boats, sushi à la carte, takoyaki and miso ramen. The generous lunch bento sets offer exceptional value by Zürich standards and the restaurant draws a regular crowd of Japanese expats and Swiss locals who appreciate authenticity without formality. A small open kitchen lets diners see the preparation.
Neighborhood & visiting
Samurai VII sits in Altstetten (Kreis 9), one of Zürich's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional izakaya restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Chefs trained in Tokyo and Niigata kitchens — genuine Japanese restaurant experience on every plate
- Generous bento sets and sashimi boats at among the most competitive prices in Zürich
- Warm neighbourhood izakaya atmosphere that draws a loyal Japanese expatriate clientele
- Full lunch service from 11:30 — perfect for a proper Japanese midday meal in Altstetten
Opened November 2016 per TripAdvisor reviews. Part of the Samurai restaurant group. Registered as Samurai Japan GmbH per Moneyhouse.
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Frequently asked
About Samurai VII
- Is Samurai VII an authentic japanese izakaya & sushi restaurant in Zürich?
- Yes — Samurai VII is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese izakaya & sushi in Zürich: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
- Where is Samurai VII located?
- Samurai VII is located at Badenerstrasse 651, 8048 Zürich, Switzerland, Zürich, Switzerland in the Altstetten (Kreis 9) neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Samurai VII?
- Samurai VII does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular izakaya restaurants in Zürich we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Samurai VII?
- Samurai VII sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese izakaya & sushi of this format in Zürich.
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