Hayashi

Hayashi is a Japanese speciality restaurant in Antwerp focused on traditional cuisine, with sushi, sashimi and teppanyaki at the centre of its menu. The restaurant presents Japanese cooking as a balance of pure flavours, fresh ingredients and careful preparation, with options ranging from starters and main courses to desserts.

The teppanyaki tables provide the restaurant’s most interactive dining format. An experienced chef prepares the chosen ingredients at the table, turning the cooking process into part of the meal. This style suits diners who appreciate a closer connection with the preparation of their food, while still offering a comfortable setting for a full lunch or dinner.

Hayashi also has seating areas for guests who prefer to concentrate on the food and conversation. The sushi and sashimi selection gives the menu a lighter direction, while the teppanyaki offering brings a cooked Japanese dining experience to the table. Traditional chopsticks form part of the restaurant’s Japanese presentation and dining style.

The atmosphere is described as comfortable and suitable for different kinds of occasions. Hayashi welcomes solo diners as well as groups, and the restaurant can serve both business meals and private gatherings. Its combination of table-side preparation and quieter seating makes it flexible for diners looking for an occasion-focused meal or a straightforward Japanese lunch or dinner.

Located on Nassaustraat, Hayashi offers a dedicated Japanese dining experience rather than a broad international menu. The restaurant’s focus remains on sushi, sashimi and teppanyaki prepared with fresh ingredients, alongside a selection of starters, main courses and desserts. It suits diners interested in traditional Japanese food, guests looking for table-side cooking, and groups seeking a relaxed setting for a shared meal.