Today, I went to a yakitori restaurant located in Ueno Hirokoji, which has been selected as one of the top 100 restaurants on Tabelog. I made a reservation for a seat starting at 8:00 PM and ordered the Torue course (6000 yen), which includes 7 skewers of yakitori, one side dish, and dessert. Unlike the quiet atmosphere of the yakitori restaurant in Azabu-Juban last night, this place was lively and the staff were energetic. I started with beer and then enjoyed some cold sake. The dishes I had were as follows: - Appetizer: Potage soup with new onions and spring cabbage. Chicken crystal. - Akamomo: A tender and flavorful part of the chicken thigh, seasoned with salt. - Hatsu: A rare dish, grilled chicken heart with sauce. - Sunagimo: Grilled chicken gizzard seasoned with salt. - Salad - Ginnan (ginkgo nuts) - Momojushi: Thigh meat of Tanba chicken, juicy and delicious. - Skin: Grilled chicken skin with sauce. - Liver pate: Homemade pate made with tea, served with bread. - Tsukune: Grilled chicken meatballs with sauce. - Liver: Liver of Osen chicken, incredibly delicious. - Duck breast: Slowly grilled duck breast served with pickles and mustard. - Soup: Chicken white broth soup, full of chicken flavor. - Homemade pudding: Delicious! The hospitality and service were perfect. While there are many high-end yakitori restaurants that use rare local chicken, it's important not to forget about hospitality. Being able to enjoy excellent yakitori with a great atmosphere is truly the best. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

I had my first experience at this highly-rated restaurant. The interior is not very spacious, but the counter seats are comfortable, making it a relaxing place to enjoy a meal. The 6,000 yen course includes 7 skewers, soup, and dessert. After enjoying the plum blossoms at Koishikawa Botanical Garden, I had a bit of an appetite. I ordered an additional 2 skewers and a meal. I chose a Loire Sauvignon Blanc, while my companion chose a Daishinshu. Each yakitori skewer was exquisite. They were small in size but full of flavor, with each skewer showcasing its unique taste. The occasional addition of Western elements like basil or truffle oil was refreshing. The rice portion was just right, and the pudding dessert was not too sweet, fitting well with Japanese cuisine. I enjoyed it so much that I want to visit again.

I visited a yakitori restaurant that I had never been to before, after managing to secure a reservation on the same day. The atmosphere of the restaurant was friendly, with the owner and staff being very welcoming and easy to approach, making it a comfortable place for first-time visitors. Every skewer was truly delicious and reasonably priced. I found a wonderful restaurant.

It's been a while since my last visit. It's relatively easy to make a reservation on weekdays. This branch of the restaurant has a calm atmosphere compared to the other two branches, but it was bustling with customers when I visited at 19:00. This time, I ordered the Yakitori Special Course. The appetizer was a cold soup with hidden shiso leaves, which was a bit surprising. The grilled dishes started with salt-grilled skewers, all of which were delicious. It had been a while since I had proper yakitori. The liver pate was spread on bread infused with Earl Grey tea, which was different from the usual baguette and quite tasty. I remembered how delicious the quail eggs were when I had them before, so I ordered them as an extra. I also added my favorite tsukune. The quail eggs were still runny, but slightly firmer than before, which was a bit disappointing. Maybe the recipe changed? I was full by this point! I asked for a smaller portion of the minced chicken rice bowl. Thank you for the meal.

I had the 6000 yen course and was blown away by the soft and juicy sashimi from the start. Every dish that followed was delicious as well. The staff at the restaurant were kind and attentive, and the wine we had together was also very good. They only accept phone reservations, but it was easy to get through. I will definitely visit again.

I have come to the front of this restaurant many times, but on my 4th try, I finally got in. Of course, everything was delicious. The chicken thigh was incredibly tasty, and even the pudding was delicious. The owner even participated in a yakitori expert group. I would like to visit again.

I made a reservation for the special course at 5:30 PM. The restaurant has about 8 seats at the counter, around 4 tables for 4 people each, and a sunken kotatsu table for about 6 people in the back. There were 7 employees, all of whom were friendly and provided quick and attentive service. The yakitori was delicious, and there were no stubborn staff members typical of famous restaurants. I will definitely come back again.

I've been wanting to go for a long time and finally managed to make a reservation. I added a few yakitori skewers to the 7000 yen course. The course included 7 skewers for the appetizer, grilled tofu in the middle, liver pate on black tea bread, chicken soup for the finish, and pudding for dessert. The appetizer was beet soup with vegetable dashi jelly. The skewers included chicken breast, heart, ginkgo nuts, chicken tail, cartilage, chicken skin, and meatballs. I added chicken wing with skin. And since the finish was just soup, I ordered parent-child rice bowl and minced chicken rice bowl. The food came out quite slowly, so I ended up ordering a lot and ate too much. The yakitori was all delicious. The chicken tail was really chewy and tasty. I wish they would bring out the food more quickly though.

The yakitori was delicious. It rivaled the taste of Torinokai in Shinbashi. The wine selection was also impressive with pairings available. However, it was a bit pricey. Six or seven yakitori skewers and a salad cost around 6000 yen. If you're willing to spend for quality, it's worth it. But it was really tasty.

It was very delicious. It seems difficult to make a reservation, but I would love to visit this restaurant again. The location was a bit hard to find as the sign was not very clear, but it's just off the main street. It's also conveniently close to the station, making it easy to get to.

Invited by an old friend, I visited this restaurant for the first time. Upon entering, I noticed quite a few couples and accompanying guests. We had pre-booked the 8,000 yen course menu. I started with a draft white beer, which was quite refreshing. About 10 minutes after being seated, a soup-like appetizer was served, with a presentation that seemed appealing to women. The skewers that followed were all light and delicately flavored, clearly aimed at a female audience. As I thought about my next drink after the beer, I discovered they offered wine pairings. I wish I had noticed this before ordering the beer. I ended up ordering a glass of wine, which unfortunately did not allow for choosing the specific type. I then ordered a glass of red wine followed by some sake. The sake was an original creation of the restaurant called "Sugata," which was fresh, light, and sweet. The aroma was subtle, with a simple taste that was slightly sweet and lightly carbonated, also seemingly targeting a female audience. The total cost came to 13,000 yen per person. Overall, if you consider the cost-performance ratio, this restaurant is a suitable choice for a yakitori date.

I made a reservation for the ¥6,000 course at this popular restaurant. The course included appetizers, chicken thigh skewers, salad, chicken heart skewers, thick tofu, ginkgo nut skewers, chicken gizzard skewers, chicken tail skewers, liver pate, beef skirt steak skewers, quail egg skewers, chicken soup, and pudding. I also ordered beer and sake. The skewers were delicious, and overall, the course was very satisfying. The restaurant was conveniently located just a few minutes from the station. The interior was brighter than expected, with about 8 seats at the counter and 3 table seats, as well as one private room. They had a good selection of wines, but I wish they had more options for sake. The restaurant is non-smoking, but they have ashtrays outside.

This time, I visited the recommended yakitori restaurant "Torie" in Ueno. It has been selected as one of the top 100 restaurants on Tabelog. I enjoyed the special Torie course (8,000 yen) limited to one day. The restaurant is small and has a great atmosphere. It's perfect for meeting people and having a meal with a few friends. The chicken meat, as you can see in the photos, is juicy with a good amount of fat. The meat is also tender, and it's hard to find this level of yakitori elsewhere. After tasting delicious yakitori, I've become hooked and now I want to try more delicious yakitori around town.

I went to eat yakitori and decided to try a non-chain restaurant instead of getting too excited. The nearest station was Ueno, and I thought the location might be a bit shabby, but the restaurant turned out to be nice, which was a relief. I remember there used to be a Japanese restaurant near this place, which was also quite decent. We ordered a course menu, but asked to avoid the more unusual parts like innards. I think that's why we ended up getting chicken skin twice. Honestly, I wanted to try the yakitori staple of chicken liver. The skewers were all nicely fatty and delicious, dripping with juices. It's amazing how freshly grilled yakitori can be so tasty. The skewers with more fat tasted better with a mineral-rich salt seasoning. The sauce, on the other hand, was a bit underwhelming. I feel like relying solely on the sauce is tricky, as it lacks impact without something to change up the flavors. While I enjoy the rich and heavy sauce of street food-style yakitori, it becomes more challenging when trying to elevate the dish. The side dishes were also delicious and complemented the yakitori well. As the main event, it worked perfectly. The sake was served in trendy glasses, which was a nice touch. I also ordered the minced chicken rice bowl as an extra, which was simple and tasty, a favorite among those who appreciate more down-to-earth options. Overall, I think the course menu offered a good yakitori experience with a decent variety of dishes for the price. However, if you're mainly focused on the food without much alcohol, the overall satisfaction might be a bit lacking.

After visiting the plum festival at Yushima Tenjin Shrine, I went to this restaurant. Unfortunately, most of the plum blossoms had already fallen due to the warm weather. I had to reserve a course in advance, which cost 6,000 yen. The meal started with a simmered dish called Chibuni, made with broccoli, butterbur, and chicken, which had a good broth. I tried Harami chicken for the first time, and it had a nice texture and rich flavor. The liver was also delicious, cooked just right with no unpleasant smell. The grilled knee cartilage was interesting, as it was easy to eat compared to the usual cartilage dishes. The salad was light and tasty, followed by grilled ginkgo nuts with a refreshing green color. I also tried Sorikura for the first time, a part similar to negima, which was juicy and flavorful. The grilled thick tofu was served in bite-sized pieces with plenty of condiments. The liver pate with red tea bread was a unique combination, with the bread being the star. The quail egg skewer was a surprise, with a perfectly cooked half-boiled egg. The Tsukune was soft and juicy, with onions and fine cartilage adding a nice touch. The cute mini Oyakodon was made with grilled chicken, giving it a fragrant aroma. The chicken soup was simple and comforting, made with chicken and aromatic vegetables. The firm steamed pudding had a rich flavor of eggs and cream, not too sweet, perfect for adults. The restaurant had a clean interior but a lively atmosphere, with friendly and informative service. The food was sophisticated and the wine pairing options added to the overall experience. The prices were reasonable for this type of yakitori restaurant. I would definitely come back for the liver and quail egg dishes. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

Visited on February 28, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. This "Torie (Torie) Ueno Hirokoji Store" is a regular at the top 100 yakitori restaurants. There are 3 stores in the vicinity, but only the Ueno Hirokoji store is in the top 100. Made a reservation for 2 people about 10 days ago via TableCheck on the website. Since the course details were not listed, I chose the "Torie Course ¥6,000" when making the reservation. Today, my beloved son No. 1 and I arrived early, but since it was a course reservation, we couldn't enter until the reservation time, so we killed time nearby before visiting. It's a small shop, but even on weekdays, it was full and there were many staff members, which was surprising. We were guided to the counter seats and sat down. The course consists of appetizers, 7 assorted skewers, salad, liver pate, daily special, soup, and dessert. I slightly regretted not choosing the ¥8,000 special course, as the rice and skewer composition seemed different, looking at the additional a la carte menu, my son was interested in the "minced chicken bowl," so we ordered it as an addition. First, we started with drinks. I have hay fever but didn't mind alcohol, so I chose Sapporo Draft Beer Shirahonoka ¥850, while my son, who suffers from severe hay fever, avoided alcohol and chose Coca-Cola ¥450. Cheers! When asked about the composition of the assorted skewers, the staff member wrote down on a memo: "seseri, sekan (kidney), yagen cartilage (served with plum), ginko nuts, furisode (with basil under the skin), quail eggs, tsukune." Since I didn't know the portion sizes, I decided to add skewers later and added the "minced chicken bowl ¥600" and "oyakodon ¥800" to our meal. "Torie" mainly uses "Oyama chicken." The chef's choice was "Awaji Jidori." In the order of the course... ★ Appetizer - Juicy chicken meatball simmered in dashi, a delicious combination of chicken meatballs and dashi ★ Grilled assorted skewers - seseri, sekan (kidney), yagen cartilage (served with plum), ginko nuts, furisode (with basil under the skin), quail eggs, tsukune All were juicy with a perfect medium-rare cooking. Among all the yakitori I've ever had, it was one of the top two in terms of deliciousness. My son enjoyed the seseri so much that he asked to add another one right after finishing the first skewer. When the staff member informed us that the skewers for the course were finished, we requested additional skewers. I ordered "Chef's choice 3 skewers" and my son ordered "seseri, tsukune, skin" for a total of three additional skewers each. ★ Chef's choice 3 skewers - Awaji Jidori's gizzard, Awaji Jidori's breast meat (wrapped in skin with yuzu pepper, with snap peas), Awaji Jidori's chicken wing All were incredibly delicious!! After finishing the additional skewers, we were informed that the last course would be soup and dessert. Huh? The salad and liver pate didn't come, but since it was an omakase course, were they not included today? I checked the menu and reservation site, but as I was wondering, the added "minced chicken bowl" and "oyakodon" along with "chicken soup" were served. We shared and enjoyed the minced chicken bowl and oyakodon, both of which did not disappoint. After finishing our meal, the dessert, "pudding," was served. Although we were already full, we felt a bit awkward when I asked the staff if the salad was not included in today's course. They seemed surprised and asked, "It wasn't served?" They were starting to prepare the salad, even though the closing preparations had already begun, so when I said, "It's okay," they apologized profusely, making me feel even more embarrassed. They deducted the amount for the missing items during payment, which made me feel even more embarrassed. My son and I were both satisfied that we were able to add our favorite items and end up paying less. The yakitori was very delicious. Thank you for the meal.

It's a well-known restaurant, but it was my first visit. It's not a large restaurant, but the counter isn't too crowded, so you can enjoy your meal in a calm atmosphere. I chose the 6,000 yen course which includes 7 skewers, soup, and dessert. I had a bit of room in my stomach after seeing the plum blossoms at Koishikawa Botanical Garden and walking here. I added 2 more skewers and a meal. My companion had a glass of Da Shinshu, and I had a glass of Loire Sauvignon Blanc. The yakitori was fantastic, each skewer had a distinct and concentrated flavor. The small size allowed you to savor the unique taste of each skewer. The occasional Western accents like basil or truffle oil added an interesting twist. The rice dishes were just the right size. The dessert pudding was a perfect ending to the Japanese meal with its restrained sweetness. I really enjoyed it and will definitely visit again.

I was seated at the counter and decided to go with the course menu this time. The server asked if I had any dislikes, and as we chatted, they brought out freshly grilled dishes one by one for me to enjoy at the perfect moment. Everything was delicious, as expected. After trying all the dishes, they mentioned that the next course would be vegetables, but then they brought out tomato skewers, which I had mentioned I didn't like. My dining companion and I were a bit surprised, but we didn't complain. I offered to take it, but after about 10 minutes, the server realized the mistake and apologized profusely. They brought out a replacement dish and continued to apologize several times. Aside from that little hiccup, it was a wonderful restaurant. The wine was also delicious!

First visit, tried the 8,000 yen course which was all very delicious. I've been to quite a few yakitori places, but this one is definitely top tier for me. In addition to counter seating, they also have table seating and private rooms, making it suitable for larger groups. The variety of dishes was impressive, with generous portions that left me satisfied. The dessert pudding was also incredibly tasty, I would buy it separately if I could. I will definitely visit again.

On a regular day, I made a reservation and arrived at the restaurant. I had to wait a bit for my table to be ready, and during that time I saw a few people leave after seeing a sign saying "Fully booked with reservations." It's truly a popular place. I decided to go for the ¥8,000 course. They required a deposit or authorization hold for the reservation, which involved keeping my credit card. Now, for the drinks... it seems like they mainly focus on wine. I knew this beforehand, but looking at the menu directly, there weren't many other options. I was a bit stuck. I started with the "Shirahonoka" Weizen beer. It was livelier than I expected. It might change depending on the customers at the time, but it was more lively than I had imagined. It felt like an izakaya. While waiting at the counter, I observed the grilling and small dishes started coming out, starting with the appetizer. I forgot or couldn't quite catch what each dish was, but overall, it was delicious! The overall impression was "gentle." Despite being seasoned with salt during grilling, it tasted gentle when eaten. The skewers weren't greasy and were delicious, and the vegetables were tasty too. The sauce didn't overpower but complemented the chicken nicely. The minced chicken rice dish at the end was also gentle. The final pudding was tasty too. It felt like yakitori with a refined touch, even though the atmosphere was like an izakaya. I'd like to come back occasionally as a treat (*^^*) Oh, it's rare for me to take photos of all the dishes at a yakitori restaurant, haha.