Best Sushi in Luxembourg: 6 Restaurants Worth Visiting
Where can you find the best sushi in Luxembourg? Yamayu Santatsu is known for traditional Japanese preparations, Kobe and Hakii specialise in creative rolls, while Ryôdô offers a Michelin-starred fine-dining experience.
This guide features six local sushi restaurants, from Luxembourg City to Kayl, selected for their specialities, reputation and variety of dining experiences. All appear in the Pluxee merchant list used for this selection. It's a curated guide, not a ranking.
Where Can You Find the Best Sushi in Luxembourg?
From traditional nigiri and sashimi to creative fusion rolls, these restaurants offer different ways to enjoy sushi, whether you're looking for a quick lunch, takeaway platter or special evening out.
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Restaurant |
Location |
Best Suited For |
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Yamayu Santatsu |
Luxembourg City centre |
Traditional nigiri, maki and sashimi |
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Vida Sushi Lounge |
Kirchberg |
Contemporary sushi and business lunches |
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Kobe |
Historic centre |
Creative signature rolls and sharing platters |
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Hakii |
Belair |
Fusion sushi and unusual flavour combinations |
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Sushi Atelier |
Kayl |
Sushi platters and takeaway |
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Ryôdô |
Hollerich |
Premium sushi and special occasions |
Yamayu Santatsu: Traditional Japanese Sushi Since 1989
Located at 26 Rue Notre-Dame, Yamayu Santatsu is a longstanding Japanese restaurant in the heart of Luxembourg City.
Established in 1989, the restaurant focuses on traditional sushi preparations and carefully selected fish.
Its menu includes nigiri topped with bluefin tuna, salmon, seabream and mackerel, alongside maki, chirashi and assorted sushi selections.
For those who prefer classic Japanese sushi rather than elaborate fusion creations, Yamayu Santatsu is one of the most distinctive places in this selection.
Its central location also makes it convenient for lunch or dinner while exploring Luxembourg City's historic centre.
Explore Yamayu Santatsu's menu
Vida Sushi Lounge: Contemporary Sushi in Kirchberg
Vida Sushi Lounge is located at 35 Avenue John F. Kennedy, in Luxembourg City's Kirchberg business district.
The restaurant combines a sushi bar with fusion cuisine, bringing together Japanese preparations and international influences.
Fish and seafood feature prominently on the menu, alongside sharing dishes and chef's selections.
Vida also offers a terrace and bar area, creating a contemporary setting for both daytime and evening dining.
Its Kirchberg location makes it particularly convenient for employees working nearby, whether for a sushi lunch with colleagues or dinner after work.
Kobe: Creative Signature Rolls in the Historic Centre
Situated at 4 Rue de l'Eau, Kobe is a sushi restaurant known for its imaginative signature rolls.
The Amazonia combines snow crab, apple, eel and avocado, while the Fuego features crayfish, spicy tuna tartare and jalapeños.
These combinations offer a more creative approach to sushi, with unexpected ingredients and contrasting flavours.
The menu also includes traditional nigiri, sashimi, maki and larger sharing platters, including vegetarian options.
Located near the Grand Ducal Palace, Kobe is a convenient choice for anyone looking for creative sushi in central Luxembourg.
Hakii: Fusion Sushi Near Merl Park
Hakii is an independent sushi restaurant in Belair, close to Luxembourg City's Merl Park.
Located at 21 Boulevard Pierre Dupong, the restaurant has specialised in fusion sushi since 2017.
Its chefs draw inspiration from different cuisines, combining ingredients and techniques to create sushi with distinctive flavour combinations.
The sushi is prepared to order, with a focus on ingredient quality and freshness.
Hakii has a small dining room and outdoor terrace, making it a good option for diners looking for a more intimate sushi restaurant away from the busiest streets of the city centre.
Sushi Atelier: Sushi Platters and Takeaway in Kayl
Located at 48 Rue Joseph Muller in Kayl, Sushi Atelier offers a wide selection of sushi platters and takeaway options in southern Luxembourg.
The menu includes nigiri, maki, California rolls, sashimi and mixed platters designed for different tastes and group sizes.
Its Discovery Platter combines several sushi styles, while the Toi et Moi platter offers a larger selection for sharing. Vegetarian and vegan combinations are also available.
Sushi Atelier is particularly useful for people looking for takeaway sushi or convenient lunch options in the Kayl area.
For sushi lovers based in southern Luxembourg, it provides an alternative to travelling into the capital.
Ryôdô: Michelin-Starred Sushi and Japanese Fine Dining
Ryôdô is a Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant in Hollerich, offering a refined dining experience with exceptional sushi.
Located at 27 Rue Raymond Poincaré, the restaurant is led by chef Ryôdô Kajiwara, whose cooking emphasises traditional Japanese techniques and carefully selected ingredients.
The MICHELIN Guide highlights the quality of Ryôdô's sushi, including an otoro tuna temaki served with caviar and crispy nori.
The restaurant offers tasting menus and a more elaborate dining experience than a conventional sushi bar.
For special occasions or anyone interested in the finer side of sushi, Ryôdô is a distinctive choice in Luxembourg's restaurant scene.
Visit Ryôdô's website — Read the MICHELIN Guide review
Nigiri, Maki or Sashimi: Which Should You Choose?
Nigiri, maki and sashimi differ mainly in their ingredients and preparation.
Nigiri consists of a small portion of vinegared rice topped with fish or another ingredient. Maki is rolled in nori seaweed, while sashimi is sliced fish served without rice.
For traditional Japanese preparations, Yamayu Santatsu is a strong choice. Kobe and Hakii are better suited to those interested in creative sushi rolls.
Vida combines sushi with a contemporary dining atmosphere, Sushi Atelier offers convenient takeaway combinations, and Ryôdô provides a more refined fine-dining experience.
Can You Pay for Sushi with Meal Vouchers in Luxembourg?
Yes. Meal vouchers can be used to pay for sushi at participating restaurants that accept the Pluxee Lunch card.
All six restaurants featured in this guide appear in the Pluxee merchant list used to prepare the selection. However, restaurant participation and payment conditions can change, so it's worth checking current acceptance before visiting.
The Pluxee Lunch card allows cardholders to pay for eligible meals at participating merchants across Luxembourg.
The Pluxee Merchant Finder helps users search for restaurants by location, merchant category and accepted product.
For more information, the guide to using meal vouchers in Luxembourg explains the rules and practical payment options.