William Peterson

Unquestionably

Unquestionably, Yamayu Santatsu is one of the premier Japanese eateries in Luxembourg. It is conveniently situated in the heart of the city. My first visit to this restaurant can be traced back to 2012, prior to the retirement of the original chef, who was the father. His offspring has since taken over, perpetuating all the genuine Japanese cuisine, and has broadened the menu with multiple new additions. Despite a slight surge in price owing to inflation, the culinary quality has consistently maintained its remarkable standard. Trying the Sushi Bento is indispensable. It's not just the palatable dishes that make it a must, but also its unbeatable value for money. Following the misoshiru soup, the bento box comprised a mixed salad, tempura prawns, stir-fried seasoned vegetables, Yukimi, and a couple of excellently cooked Tonkatsu pork pieces. Everything was presented in a traditional Japanese manner, offering a small taste of each dish. This was succeeded by a full platter of sushi and sashimi (apologies, I overlooked taking photos of my sushi and sashimi, I promise to rectify this on my next visit). The seafood was exceptionally fresh, and the sushi and sashimi were prepared right before your eyes. My companion ordered a large sushi plate and had to patiently wait for me to complete both courses before separately ordering dessert. Meanwhile, my dessert was already included in my Bento. ;) The restaurant has a snug and welcoming atmosphere, so it is advisable to book a table ahead of time. For those who are enamored with authentic Japanese cuisine, Yamayu Santatsu should be a priority in your dining itinerary. It is a guaranteed recommendation without any second thoughts.

Date of experience: August 14, 2024