It had been a year since my last visit, but the experience was just as impressive as before. I have been to a few highly rated yakitori restaurants, but none of them had the perfect grilling technique like Toriki. Even after not going for a while, the food was still more delicious compared to other places. In addition to the yakitori, the seasonal grilled zucchini was large and incredibly juicy. Even though it was a Monday and I planned to drink moderately, I ended up enjoying sake with my meal. I have been here multiple times and it's always delicious, so I can't imagine finding another restaurant as good as Toriki. The course menu is in the 5000 yen range, and even with drinks, it's around 10,000 yen. I don't think you can find a yakitori restaurant that offers this level of satisfaction for this price.

- Oshinko (pickled vegetables) has a nostalgic taste. - The tomatoes in the salad are delicious and fresh, and the dressing is reminiscent of Senri-en. - The grilled fish is cooked perfectly, with just the right amount of wasabi and salt, giving it a fresh and flavorful taste. - The sand liver has a great texture and flavor. - The small onions are sweet with a perfect balance of salt. - The chicken thigh meat is tender and juicy, with a subtle yet flavorful sauce. - The chicken and avocado with wasabi dressing is delicious, but the soy sauce flavor is slightly overpowering. - The crispy chicken skin is delicious. - The gingko nuts have a nice texture with a slightly bitter taste. - The grilled liver is cooked perfectly, but it may be challenging for those who are not fans of liver. - The matsutake mushrooms have a great aroma and texture. - The zucchini is cooked perfectly, maintaining its thickness. - The tsukune (chicken meatballs) have a refreshing saltiness, complemented by the crisp tomato. - The chicken wings are easy to eat, thanks to the way the bones are removed. - The quail eggs are not too runny or too firm. - The kiji-don (chicken and egg rice bowl) has a great charcoal aroma. - The additional chouchin (lantern) ordered was exceptional, with a perfect balance of temperature and flavor between the meat and egg. This experience helped overcome any previous aversions to chouchin. The attention to detail in grilling was evident, as expected from a highly sought-after reservation-only restaurant. The chef is also very friendly.

The grilling was perfect and the flavors were deep. The chicken was cooked just right. In terms of cost-performance, I felt this was a top-class yakitori restaurant. I was impressed by the staff giving precise advice to trainees, confirming it's a good establishment. Lastly, the chicken bowl I ordered was exquisite. The interior of the restaurant has a sumo wrestling atmosphere, which I think would leave a strong impression on tourists visiting Japan.

Ordered the course menu with skewers, all of which were delicious and impressive. The chef, working alone, grilled all the skewers for each seat, so the course came out at a leisurely pace. It was a chatty girls' night out, so the speed was just right. The restaurant has an elegant atmosphere, but with all seats at the counter, there was a lively vibe that I enjoyed. The staff seemed busy but the overall atmosphere of the restaurant was good and satisfying. I was able to make a reservation by phone one month in advance.

I visited Toriki, a renowned yakitori restaurant in Kinshicho, after a long time. This time, I went with my colleagues from work, and they recommended trying a whisky highball. I asked for the White Oak bottle I had left there last time and requested some carbonated water. The server offered me a choice between Wilkinson and Yamazaki water for the carbonation, so I chose Yamazaki water. Yamazaki, located at the foot of Mt. Tenno in the outskirts of Kyoto, is known for its high-quality water. Yamazaki water is soft with a hardness of about 90, and it has a gentle sweetness to it. The carbonated water made with whisky-making water did not compromise the flavor of the whisky and enhanced the taste and aroma of the meal. The yakitori was as delicious as always, consistent in quality every time I visit, impressing even my colleagues who were trying it for the first time. They were particularly amazed by the tsukune, tebasaki, and hatsu, saying they had never tasted such delicious yakitori before. The total bill came to 5,830 yen per person for the course menu, plus 660 yen for otoshi, 720 yen for Ebisu Maestro, 715 yen for Yamazaki water, and an additional 704 yen for extra maruhatsu and two chouchin skewers. This time, the bill was lower because I had brought my own bottle.

There is a yakitori restaurant called Toriki near Kinshicho Station, which I had been wanting to try for a while. Since I rarely visit Sumida Ward, I made sure to plan my visit carefully. The restaurant has a lovely exterior and inside, there are 18 counter seats where the busy staff caters to customers in groups of three. Despite handling the grilling alone, the owner pays close attention to customers and provides excellent service. We opted for the omakase course, which included dishes such as salad, grilled sand liver, quail, small onions, ginkgo nuts, chicken and avocado with wasabi dressing, liver, shiitake mushrooms, long green peppers, tsukune with shiso, zucchini, grilled chicken wings, and white balls. Each dish was carefully grilled with excellent cooking skills. My personal favorites were the liver, tsukune with shiso, and quail. The simplicity of the dishes was impressive, showcasing the skill of the chef. The staff's sincerity and warmth made the dining experience enjoyable. Despite the longer wait due to the chef grilling for 18 customers alone, I believe it's unavoidable. This is the kind of restaurant where you'd be willing to wait just to enjoy the food.

The yakitori took a slow 2 and a half hours to come out, which personally I found to be slow. The wine selection was good, with only domestic wines available, and they were quite nice. The highlight was the lantern that came out as an additional dish towards the end of the meal, it was exquisite. The vegetables and other items were also well-prepared.

This is a yakitori restaurant in Kinshicho. I visited on a weekday evening with a reservation. The interior consists of a counter seating in a U-shape. The atmosphere is calm and Japanese-style, but I was surprised to see that, apart from us, there was only one Japanese group, with the rest being foreigners. The course menu included items like grilled chicken, quail eggs, chicken meatballs, and more. The yakitori was cooked perfectly with a nice balance of flavors, showcasing the texture and taste of each part. In particular, the chicken liver had a firm yet melting texture that was excellent. The vegetable skewers were also plentiful and delicious. Thank you for the meal.

Located a 4-minute walk from Kinshicho Station, "Toriki" is a popular yakitori restaurant established in 2001. I made a reservation online prior to my visit. The yakitori dishes served on the day were: sabiyaki, gizzard, quail, baby onions, ginkgo nuts, skin, shiitake mushrooms, chicken liver, tsukune, zucchini, and quail egg. In addition to the grilled items, the course also includes salad, pickles, appetizers, and rice dishes. The yakitori made with red chicken from Kagoshima was truly outstanding! However, the timing of the dishes being served was not great. Initially, the yakitori was served promptly, but the intervals became longer, and I ended up waiting 30 minutes between the second-to-last and last skewers. I had refrained from drinking alcohol that day to enjoy the yakitori, but the slow service was a bit disappointing. I had wanted to order more, but due to the uncertain ending time, I had to settle with just the course. I hope they can improve by either starting all dishes at once or training their staff to be more attentive. The yakitori is really delicious, so this was the only aspect that bothered me.

The course meal of yakitori was delicious, each skewer had a unique flavor from the charcoal and was tender or fluffy. Even my usual highball tasted different. Although I was quite full, the Kiji tea rice porridge at the end was also delicious. I want to add this restaurant to my list of places to visit again.

We visited the restaurant with a few colleagues from work. It's a counter-style place where you need to be punctual with your arrival time. The atmosphere was a bit strict, but the food was amazing and served promptly. The portions were satisfying as well! The master seemed a bit grumpy at first, but he turned out to be friendly when we left. He seemed very focused on grilling the chicken, which I appreciated as a sign of his dedication.

I think the grilled fish here is the best in Japan. The lanterns were also excellent that day. The customers are usually about half Japanese and half foreign visitors. Sushi, yakitori, tempura seem to be the Japanese foods that foreign visitors want to try. Foreign visitors sometimes arrive late, so the chef cooks for the 18 counter seats at different times rather than all at once. It's quite a sight to see. Credit cards are accepted for all brands.

"Toriki" is a restaurant where you can enjoy fresh bird dishes, and its careful cooking methods and deliciousness attract people. The interior has a simple and calm atmosphere, making it the perfect space to savor bird dishes. The dishes served here all use fresh local birds. In particular, the "whole roasted bird" is characterized by its plump meat texture and fragrant sear, and once you taste it, you will be amazed by its deliciousness. Also, the "homemade bird meatballs" are exquisite, with a smooth texture and deep flavor. Furthermore, here you can also enjoy "sashimi" made with fresh bird meat, allowing you to fully savor the deliciousness of the bird. "Toriki" is definitely recommended for those who want to fully enjoy bird dishes. With delicious food and a pleasant atmosphere, you can discover something new and feel satisfied every time you visit. I can't wait for my next visit.

The style of serving one skewer at a time over a 2-hour course is perfect for enjoying slowly while drinking. The yakitori is cooked to perfection, with a nice firm texture that is delicious. One of the rare items offered is chicken Achilles tendon, which looks similar to bonjiri but has a different texture and taste - surprisingly light and crispy, and very tasty. After the course is served, you can also order additional skewers or rice dishes. I highly recommend trying the "chouchin" skewer, which bursts with flavor, and the refreshing ochazuke. You can eat it easily even when you're full. Thank you for the feast!

This was my first visit since April 2019, before COVID-19 existed. Originally, I had made reservations to travel to Tokyo with my wife during Golden Week, but the shop was closed for holidays. So, I decided to have a meal alone during a business trip instead. I was impressed by the fantastic performance of the staff at the restaurant, and I told them, "Next time, I will come with my wife." However, due to COVID-19, both travel and business trips were not possible. Finally, after 4 years, I was able to fulfill my promise. [What I ate] Course menu + 3 skewers 1. Pickled vegetables 2. Chicken breast and tomato salad 3. Grilled mackerel 4. Grated radish 5. Sand goby 6. Chicken with small onions 7. Chicken thigh and ginkgo nut 8. Chicken and avocado with wasabi dressing 9. Broad beans 10. Chicken thigh with shiitake mushrooms 11. Chicken meatballs with small eggplants 12. Tomato 13. Chicken wings with white sesame 14. Bonjiri (tail meat) 15. Chicken tail 16. Chicken skin 17. Roasted green tea 18. Chicken soup 19. Matcha ice cream [What I drank] 1. Ebisu draft beer x2 2. Sake 3. Sake 4. Sake Having all this for two people at a cost of 24 was a surprising cost-performance ratio. The restaurant has been renovated since my last visit, but it still maintains its unique style, distinct from the current yakitori trend. I applaud their commitment to their own style. It was truly an authentic yakitori restaurant. I had a really enjoyable time. Thank you very much!

I must have been there before, but I don't remember much about the inside of the restaurant. When it comes to yakitori, I vividly remember Torishiki in Kameari. The yakitori there is quite large, and after trying a full course, I was full. You can add more if you want, so I added some chochin (lantern). The kiji-don (chicken and egg rice bowl) looked delicious too, but I was too full to try it. The grilling and seasoning were done meticulously and the food was delicious. I ordered two beers and two glasses of wine, totaling just under 10,000 yen.

Just a few minutes walk from JR Kinshicho Station North Exit. You can see the Skytree beautifully from bottom to top as you cross the road and head to the shop. It's located one street back from the main road. I sat at the counter, but customers kept coming in and out. It was packed and everyone had to leave. The taste of the yakitori is amazing, and the grilling is superb. You can enjoy the aroma and visual presentation as well. A guaranteed hit at the Yakitori Hyakumeiten and definitely worthy of a bronze rating. It's a shame we ended up going to a different place for our second stop. I will definitely be back. Thank you for the delicious meal.

The salt level was perfect. They accommodated my wife's specific requests as a pregnant woman. Ebisu New Origin was easy to drink. I don't like liver, but I was able to enjoy it. I want to eat here again. It took about two and a half hours for all the courses to come out. We enjoyed our meal leisurely.

On March 29, 2023, I was defeated by ramen for lunch, but I enjoyed a satisfying and stable meal at Toriki for dinner. It was a banquet to welcome guests from Nagoya on this day. I had my first taste of champagne here. I usually drink Akia beer, but this time I tried the original Ebisu bottled beer. Everything felt fresh and new. The meal started with homemade pickled vegetables. First, we had grilled sasami, where the surface was seared but the inside was rare. It was cooked perfectly, not too tough and not raw. It must have taken a lot of effort to get it just right. This is Mr. Sakai's proud specialty. Next, we had gizzard, which was crispy yet juicy. The grated daikon radish served as an interlude, followed by quail and thigh meat. The shoulder meat, a rare cut, was tender and juicy. It really felt like indulging in meat here. Then came the liver, which was so delicious that I can't eat it anywhere else now. The way it was cooked was truly remarkable. It was so good that it almost made my nose bleed (laughs). The champagne ran out, so we switched to red wine. Maruhatsu, a whole heart, was served next. Cooking this part is really challenging, but they nailed the seasoning perfectly. The same goes for the tsukune, which had just the right amount of saltiness. The climax was approaching with chicken wings. They were cleaned so well that the bones could easily be removed by hand, making it easy to eat until the end. Finally, we had the chicken tail, which was visually appealing and had a satisfying burst of egg yolk. Although the cost was the highest ever due to the champagne and red wine, the overall price is usually around 10,000 yen or less if you stick to the basics. Considering the quality of the food, this place is surprisingly affordable. Even though Kinshicho is quite far from my home, it's worth coming here just for this place. I highly recommend it with confidence. It was truly delicious. Thank you for the meal.

The food was quite delicious. The first dishes of chicken tenderloin with wasabi and liver, grilled chicken wings, and shiratama were outstanding. It was impressive to see them being grilled right in front of the counter, adding to the live atmosphere. The prices were reasonable, around 8000-9000 yen even after having about 4 drinks. It took about 2.5 hours to be served, but it was quite filling. Many people were ordering the grilled chicken rice bowl, so I would like to try it next time if I have the chance to go again.

I went there for the first time. The seating is only at the counter and they only offer courses. Each skewer was carefully grilled and served right away for us to enjoy. Delicious! The smiles are contagious! The owner grills each skewer with care, and his kindness and tenderness can be felt. He is friendly and even struck up a conversation with me, which made me happy. I also made additional orders aside from the course menu! The staff were also very kind and showed great hospitality, which made me want to come back here again. I was able to feel the kindness of the grilled chicken. Thank you for the wonderful meal!