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Kamo
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Kamo is Brussels' only Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant, and it's a serious contender for the city's best dining experience. Located in Ixelles, this intimate spot strips away pretension in favor of pure culinary craft—think chef Kamo's signature chazuke with wafer-thin seabream, grilled sesame, and smoked kombu that hits you with umami so pure it feels illegal. The pared-back wood interior and chef's counter setup let you watch the artistry unfold, but honestly, you're here for the food, not the Instagrammable moments. The lunch menu offers made-to-order sushi for a slightly more traditional approach, while dinner surprises with tasting menus that showcase the chef's range without relying on expensive ingredients. It's expensive (€90-150 per person), but if you're looking for authentic Japanese cuisine that respects the craft, this is your spot. Book well in advance—this place flies under the radar for most locals, which is exactly how it should stay.
Known For
- •Michelin one-star
- •signature chazuke with seabream
- •chef's counter experience
- •deceptively minimalist dishes
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Michelin-starred Japanese craft in Ixelles
Kamo is the real deal for anyone serious about Japanese cuisine in Brussels. Chef Kamo has built something special here—a Michelin-starred restaurant that doesn't rely on flashy presentation or expensive ingredients to impress. The chazuke alone is worth the trip: wafer-thin seabream, grilled sesame, nori, and smoked kombu stock that somehow tastes like the ocean itself. It's the kind of dish that makes you question why you've been eating sushi elsewhere your whole life.
The atmosphere is intentionally understated—warm wood, contemporary design, and a chef's counter where you can watch the precision unfold. Lunch is more straightforward with made-to-order sushi, but dinner is where the chef really flexes with surprise tasting menus that showcase everything from raw fish to hot preparations. It's pricey, but you're paying for skill and ingredients that are genuinely exceptional. Book ahead and go hungry.
Lire en français
Kamo, c'est l'adresse qu'il faut connaître si vous voulez du vrai Japon à Bruxelles. Chef Kamo a créé quelque chose d'exceptionnel ici : un restaurant étoilé Michelin qui ne joue pas la carte du spectaculaire ni des produits de luxe pour impressionner. Le chazuke signature est à lui seul un voyage : daurade en lamelles ultra-fines, sésame grillé, algue nori et un bouillon de kombu fumé qui a le goût de la mer. C'est le genre de plat qui vous fait vous demander pourquoi vous avez mangé du sushi ailleurs toute votre vie.
L'ambiance est volontairement sobre : bois chaleureux, design contemporain, et un comptoir chef où vous pouvez suivre la précision du travail. Le déjeuner est plus classique avec du sushi fait sur commande, mais le dîner est là où le chef montre toute son étendue avec des menus surprises qui présentent aussi bien le poisson cru que les préparations chaudes. C'est cher, mais vous payez pour un savoir-faire et des ingrédients vraiment exceptionnels. Réservez à l'avance et venez avec un bon appétit.