KIRI
Lizzy Ansinghbuurt, Amsterdam
Restaurant in Amsterdam, Netherlands
Book with PearlWhy go
KIRI is a practical De Pijp lunch option for diners who value timing and location over a heavily signposted dining format. Because the public details are sparse, it is a safer pick for a casual weekday meal than for a special-occasion booking; compare Yamazato or Sazanka if you need a clearer Japanese luxury experience.
About KIRI
Scarcity is the main decision point here: KIRI is available only in a narrow midday window on Tuesday through Friday, not as an all-day fallback. For Amsterdam dining plans, that makes it most useful when the timing fits your day rather than when you need a late meal.
Use it for a focused Amsterdam midday plan, not a dinner plan
The smart move is to treat KIRI as a concise Amsterdam option for the 12–2 PM service window from Tuesday through Friday. That schedule suits plans built around a short midday slot better than dinners, late catch-ups, or itineraries that need broad flexibility. The safe recommendation is practical rather than hype-driven: go when the published hours work, do not build an itinerary around details that are not clearly stated.
For a second visit, the useful question is less “what is the signature order?” and more “does this slot fit the day?” If the answer is yes, KIRI works as an Amsterdam midday option. If the meal needs more detail or evening availability, compare it against Yamazato or Sazanka instead. Ciel Bleu is another Amsterdam option to consider.
Quick reference
Good for: a Tuesday-to-Friday midday meal in Amsterdam. Less suited to: dinner, weekend plans, Monday plans, or diners who need a published price tier before committing.
Planning details
- Location
- Ferdinand Bolstraat 333, 1072 LH Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Website
- okura.nl/kiri
- Phone
- +31 20 678 7111
Venue details
Ambiance
A calm, elegant and luxurious garden-side space described as an oasis of tranquility, suited to refined lunch dining.
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At the Table
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Fresh sashimi with sesame sauce
- Finely sliced duck breast
- Wagyu sukini
- Japanese rice with mushrooms
- Chawanmushi with snow crab
- Matcha ice cream
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How KIRI compares in Amsterdam
KIRI is the easier, lower-commitment choice if the brief is a weekday lunch in De Pijp. Serre is the clearer value comparison because it has a defined Modern Cuisine positioning and €€ price tier, making it better for diners who want more confidence on spend before choosing.
For Japanese dining, Yamazato sits in a different lane: higher price tier, more formal intent, a better fit when the meal is the point of the day. Sazanka is also the stronger cross-shop if the diner wants a Japanese-specific experience rather than a quick neighborhood lunch.
If budget and occasion matter more than convenience, Ciel Bleu is the splurge comparison, while Le Camelia is worth checking when a hotel-style setting is preferable. Choose KIRI for ease and a narrow lunch plan; choose the peers when price tier, format, ambiance need to be clearer before committing.
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Compare KIRI
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KIRI | Amsterdam | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Serre | Amsterdam | Modern Cuisine | €€ | 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Yamazato | Amsterdam | €€€€ · Japanese | €€€€ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Recommended2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Ciel Bleu | Amsterdam | €€€€ · Creative | €€€€ | Star Wine Lists 2026 · #12026 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #662026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #58We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 The Best Chef One Knife2025 Michelin 2 Stars |
| Le Camelia | Amsterdam | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Sazanka | Amsterdam | ; | ; | No published awards |
How KIRI Amsterdam compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can KIRI accommodate groups?
KIRI is an Amsterdam option with limited hours: Tuesday through Friday from 12–2 PM. Groups should check directly before planning around it.
Does KIRI handle dietary restrictions?
If your group has specific dietary restrictions or allergies, ask KIRI directly before going, or compare with another Amsterdam option such as Yamazato or Serre.
What should a first-timer know about KIRI?
Treat KIRI as a narrow midday option, not a dinner choice: it is open Tuesday through Friday from 12–2 PM and closed Monday, Saturday, Sunday. The main decision point is timing.
What are alternatives to KIRI in Amsterdam?
For other Amsterdam dining plans, compare KIRI with Yamazato, Sazanka, Ciel Bleu, Le Camelia, or Serre. KIRI's key distinction is its limited Tuesday-to-Friday 12–2 PM schedule.
Is lunch or dinner better at KIRI?
Lunch is the practical choice: KIRI is open Tuesday through Friday from 12–2 PM. KIRI is closed on Monday, Saturday, Sunday.
