I visited "Juunisho-dori Jitokitoriya" on this day. The restaurant is located in Hatsudai, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, a 6-minute walk from Hatsudai Station on the Keio Line, making it easily accessible by various means of transportation. I visited in January, and finally returned on December 31st for a year-end party with friends who love yakitori. We had a variety of dishes including tomato salad, kumquat and seaweed roll, red chicken thigh, grated daikon and pickles, white liver of Hachikinai jidori, jumbo shishito pepper, liver pate, quail, chicken wings of Hachikinai jidori, eggplant from Miyazaki, chicken tenderloin with nanohana, chicken gizzard of Hachikinai jidori, red chicken breast with wasabi and plum, chicken neck, shiitake mushrooms, lantern, chicken skewer with yolk, ginkgo nuts, chicken heart of Hachikinai jidori, chicken obi, onions, chicken heart base of Hachikinai jidori, chicken furisode, chicken neck skin, tsukune with raw egg yolk, and year-end soba. For drinks, we had Premium Malt's beer, two highball cocktails, and two lemon sours. The chef at the grill that day was a young man in his early twenties who left university early because of his love for yakitori. His name is Itaba, and he showed great skill despite his lack of experience. The yakitori had a great visual presentation and was cooked perfectly, with only minor variations in seasoning due to his youthful enthusiasm. It was a promising sign for his future as a yakitori chef. We also tried a rare breed of chicken called Tadaka Red Chicken, which was introduced by Toritsuta, a popular yakitori restaurant in Ebisu. It had a unique flavor and texture that we enjoyed. Overall, it was a delightful New Year's Eve with delicious food and the possibility of witnessing a young talent grow into a master chef in the future.

Today's third stop was "Juunishadouri Jitadori-ya," a part of the Toriya group which includes "Toritsuta" in Ebisu. Located near Hatsudai Opera City in Nishi-Shinjuku. I was surprised to find such a restaurant in a place I knew from high school. I arrived before 11 PM and ordered a la carte. They offer Hinaidori chicken, which is tender, flavorful, and perfectly grilled. The quality is excellent for enjoying a variety of dishes. They also have my favorite sweet potato shochu from Kawagoe, so I will definitely come back. - Dakimushi (chicken thigh) - Liver - Seseri (chicken neck) - Heart - Obi (chicken tail) - Tsukune (chicken meatball) Check out my blog for more restaurant recommendations. Come visit! 🎵 Visit the official blog of Shinagawa Ikko for more fun content. 🎵 https://ikkos-films.com/ Instagram [IKKO'S FILMS] https://www.instagram.com/ikkos_films/

It was a yakitori course with 9 skewers. We were asked about the final dish first, and my companion chose TKG while I chose oyakodon. I don't remember the details of the course, but everything from start to finish was delicious. We sat at the counter, which was perfect for a date. There was a small party in the back tatami room. There was also a solo diner. It's a hidden gem in an unexpected location. Our stomachs were full to the brim.

I visited this restaurant for the third time, recommended by a friend. It has a cozy interior with a counter and table seats. The prices for yakitori are reasonable, starting at ¥500 per skewer. We opted for the 9-skewer course with a few additional skewers. Each skewer was juicy and flavorful, with just the right amount of salt. It paired well with white wine. For dessert, we chose oyakodon and soborodon, both delicious choices. The restaurant stays open late, making it convenient for late-night dining. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

We used this restaurant with our family on the night of the end of the world. Perhaps because we had children, they guided us to a private room. We are grateful for their consideration. Each dish was carefully made, and every one was delicious! Even though we were full, we couldn't resist the egg over rice at the end. The rich egg was exquisite. Next time, I want to enjoy the food and drinks slowly with adults only. It was a restaurant that lived up to its high rating on Tabelog.

This time, I took a taxi from the taxi stand at the west entrance of Shinjuku Station. It took about 5 to 10 minutes to arrive. The restaurant is located underground, but there is a sign on the first floor and a dedicated staircase, so it was easy to find even underground. They have a wide variety of drinks and the yakitori is delicious! Unfortunately, they were sold out of lanterns and kinkan, so I would like to try them next time.

I had the course meal. There were many couples and groups, but even as a solo diner, I was able to enjoy my meal at a relaxed pace. It felt like the dishes were served according to my eating speed. Looking forward to my next visit.

I was able to make a web reservation the day before visiting the restaurant, as mentioned in a past article of Tokyo Calendar. It is about a 20-minute walk from Shinjuku Station West Exit, near the Park Hyatt. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is calm, with mostly working professionals as customers. Due to its location, noisy students or group tourists are unlikely to visit, which makes for a pleasant clientele. The course consisted of 9 dishes, starting with a delicious tomato and myoga salad and a gold kumquat seaweed roll. The main dishes included peach, liver, green peas, duck wings, and quail eggs with zucchini and cheese, all of which were tasty and easy to eat. I also enjoyed the skin-wrapped minced chicken meatball with egg yolk and sauce, along with an additional rice ball. I added on Soliris chicken gizzard and bonjiri, which were particularly juicy and full of flavor. The final dish of parent and child rice bowl was also excellent. There was a variety of Japanese sake available, including Kazenomori, Shinsei, and Hitonatsu no Koi, which paired well with the food. The service was great, and the atmosphere was lovely. The chicken was truly delicious, and the sake was top-notch. I would love to visit this restaurant again! With additional food and drinks, the cost came to around 12,500 yen per person, which was reasonable. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

I went to 【Juunisha-dori Jidori Yakitoriya】, located 5 minutes from Hatsudai Station! The weather was bad on the weekend, which put me in a bit of a blue mood. A long-time friend suggested we go drink at a yakitori restaurant in Shinjuku, so we were looking for a place around here. We specifically wanted to eat "chochin" (a type of skewered food), so we searched for a restaurant with good reviews that served it, and that's how we found Yakitoriya! The interior had table and counter seats, accommodating around 20 people. It was located underground and had a slightly dim, cozy atmosphere. Now, here's what we ordered: ・Tsukune (chicken meatballs) ・Soriresu (thigh meat) ・Shiroreba (white liver) ・Chochin (skewered food) ・Toro momo (thigh meat) ・Seseri (chicken neck) ・Rebaa (liver) ・Tomato ・Nasu (eggplant) ・Atsuage charcoal-grilled ・Katsuo no sakanadzume, etc. ・Tsukune: Served with a rich egg yolk on the side, it was delicious! ・Soriresu: The meat had a good texture and flavor, with a nice crunch to the skin. ・Chochin: Rich and tasty, be careful not to let the yolk spill! ・Rebaa: No unpleasant liver smell, just the right size and taste. ・Tomato: Topped with cheese, it melted nicely in the mouth. ・Katsuo no sakanadzume: A great snack that pairs well with alcohol. Overall, the prices were a bit high, but the flavors were solid! It might be a good choice for a date or business dinner. Itadakimasu!

The restaurant I want to go with my loved one is located in Nishi-Shinjuku, not far from the hustle and bustle of Shinjuku. It has a cozy, hidden gem atmosphere that I really like. It's extremely popular for a reason. As a chicken specialty restaurant, they offer a variety of delicious grilled dishes. The ambiance is great, the service is excellent, and you'll definitely want to come back again.

I made a last-minute reservation for the second time that day and luckily there was one seat available at the counter for three people. Although the grilled white liver was sold out, the dishes served were delicious. The appetizer was tasty and the chicken minced meat bowl for the finish was soft and delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I explored a delicious yakitori restaurant recommended on a certain website. It's within walking distance from Shinjuku. I visited around 7 pm on a weekday and it was almost full. It's a popular spot. We ordered a course menu and a few items a la carte. The negima skewer was delicious, and the liver was cooked just right, with a unique flavor. The kinkan (kumquat) in soy sauce was cooked perfectly inside. It felt like a slightly more upscale version of a regular yakitori restaurant. They had a good selection of sake, and the staff were knowledgeable and excellent. However, the level of service may vary depending on the staff, which was a bit disappointing.

A yakitori restaurant that is a bit casual and has a pub-like atmosphere, located within reach from Shinjuku. They offer a variety of yakitori dishes, some with strong flavors and others that are delicious. It's nice that they serve potato salad. This time, we ordered drinks separately, but it seems like you can also have all-you-can-drink sake for around 8000 yen. Thank you for the meal.

I ordered the course menu at this restaurant. They asked in advance if there were any ingredients I didn't like. I mentioned my dislikes, but one of them was still included in the dishes. When I mentioned it again, they said that the ingredient was already set in the course menu and they could not change it. They suggested that I either leave it or remove it myself, or they could cook it again if I really couldn't eat it. It was an unusual style for a restaurant. I also informed them about my allergies, but I ended up letting my companion eat the dish. After that exchange, they started being more considerate about the ingredient I didn't like. The dishes I enjoyed were the cress and potato salad, the kinkan citrus marinated in soy sauce wrapped in seaweed, the highland Hinai-jidori chicken wings, the spicy duck breast, the quail egg, the iburigakko cheese, and the tsukune. I also ordered additional skewers like the chicken tail and the chicken tenderloin. The loud voices of the staff were surprising and sometimes interrupted conversations, so I think the volume of their voices could be lowered to make the atmosphere more comfortable.

The restaurant recommended during a business entertainment. It's a small but cozy place. I sat at the counter. They kept serving skewers until I said stop. The meat and vegetables were all delicious. I ate so many skewers that I lost count. The price was a bit high, but it was treated as a feast. Thank you for the delicious meal.

I suddenly felt like eating delicious yakitori, so I made a reservation with my coworkers at this local chicken yakitori restaurant. It's the best yakitori place in the neighborhood. The atmosphere inside is very cozy and welcoming. I love this space. This time, it was actually my first time sitting at the counter. I usually prefer tables, but I was a bit excited this time. The yakitori was cooked perfectly as always. Thank you for the delicious meal.

I had dinner with a former colleague at a restaurant that my colleague had made a reservation at. Originally, there were 4 of us, but due to various reasons, it ended up being just the two of us. The menu seemed to focus on courses, with some courses including rice dishes and some not. My colleague mentioned that the rice dishes at the end are really good, so we decided to go with a course that included rice. The grilled dishes were chef's choice. They asked at the beginning if there were any particular foods we didn't like, so if you have any dislikes such as internal organs, it's best to let them know then. I don't have any particular foods I can't eat, so I left it all up to the chef. Each dish came out one by one, and the attention to detail by the staff was excellent. The palate cleanser we had, was it grated daikon radish? That was delicious too. Eating delicious food makes me think about whether I can recreate a similar taste at home, so I often search for recipes. We enjoyed a variety of dishes, from common ones to rare ones. I had beer, while my friend ordered sake. She wasn't familiar with sake, so she consulted the staff for a recommendation. It's always helpful when they can assist with recommendations for those who enjoy drinking but aren't familiar with specific brands. My friend seemed satisfied with the sake that was recommended to her. Lastly, we had to choose from three rice dishes for the finale. I chose oyakodon, and my friend chose tamagokake gohan. Both were delicious, but I was glad I chose the course with rice. Without worrying about calories, I happily devoured my meal. Before the rice dishes came out, I think we had tsukune, a sauce-based grilled dish. The staff suggested putting a bit of rice in the leftover sauce on the plate after eating the tsukune, and it was indeed delicious. Eating everything on the plate is a great feeling. The portion sizes weren't too large, so it might not be filling for men, but I was very satisfied. The food was delicious, and the staff's attentiveness was pleasant. It's a bit of a hard-to-reach location, but it's a restaurant I want to remember. Thank you for the meal.十二社通り地鶏焼とりや Related Rankings: Yakitori | Hatsudai Station, Tochomae Station, Sangubashi Station

Due to work, I have to work until the 30th of December, so my last yakitori meal of the year will be on the 31st, New Year's Eve. It has become a tradition since two years ago, to have the final yakitori meal at Toriya. Looking back at the photos from last year's end of year meal, I am surprised. Oh, we ate a lot that day. Here is a list of the skewers and dishes we enjoyed: - Salad - Pickled kumquat and seaweed roll - Tsuta red chicken with leeks - Takahara Hinai white liver - Sweet long green pepper - Pickled vegetables with grated daikon - Mushroom pate and baguette - Quail - Takahara Hinai chicken wings - Satohara eggplant - Seseri and rapeseed flowers with ponzu sauce - Takahara Hinai chicken thighs - Tsuta red chicken rare wrap - Gizzard - Black shimeji mushrooms - Chicken tail - Takahara Hinai chicken breast sushi with gingko nuts, round heart, chicken tail, onions, binding, sleeve, cartilage, enoki mushrooms, and Tsukune with Tanaka Farm egg yolk - Toshikoshi soba On this day, the yakitori was grilled by Itanami-kun @muscle_yakitori29, a 23-year-old young talent who grills yakitori with a firm and unobtrusive taste. Every time I see Toriya's Instagram, I think, "A pretty strong character has entered," and I was really impressed when I met the person in real life. Above all, his feelings for yakitori are wonderful. The favorites of the day were Takahara Hinai's chicken wings, Tsuta red chicken rare wrap, and Takahara Hinai chicken breast sushi. Everyone who was there seemed to be very satisfied with Itanami-kun's yakitori. And to end the meal, we had the traditional New Year's Eve soba, which was even more delicious this year. We devoured it all. To everyone at Toriya, thank you very much until New Year's Eve. I will visit again soon.

Shinjuku Station is a 15-minute walk away, while Hatsudai Station is a 10-minute walk away. "Juunisha Street Chicken Yakitoriya" offers an omakase course for ¥7600. Some of the dishes included in the course are fig and mozzarella cheese salad, kinkan soy sauce pickles, chicken wings, gizzards, shishito peppers, vinegar pickles, pate, grated daikon, chicken thigh with leeks, quail, roast duck, sweet potato lemon stew, ginkgo nuts, liver, hugging fish, grilled eggplant, bonjiri, fox, thick fried tofu, soft bone, heart, and tsukune skewers. In addition to skewers, they also serve other dishes in between. The sudden appearance of chicken wings was a surprise. The dishes with ☆ were particularly delicious. The restaurant offers a wide selection of sake, and there are many wind chimes. It seemed like red wine was also popular, but I mainly stuck to sake and shochu soda. Despite being a bit far from the station, the restaurant was very popular.

Visited the restaurant on a holiday night. It was fully booked with reservations. It's a very popular place. The interior is a bit dimly lit, with a casual atmosphere similar to an izakaya. Perfect for when you want to casually eat yakitori. The counter seats don't have acrylic boards, so the distance between seats is a bit close. The table seats are spacious though. This time, we ordered the 5000 yen course with skewers. We also ordered some items a la carte. The appetizer was a fig and cheese salad, refreshing and delicious. Then we had soy sauce-marinated egg yolk wrapped in seaweed, which was really tasty. The skewers started with thigh with green onions and liver, both juicy and delicious. We also ordered white liver a la carte, which had different textures and went well with sesame oil. We had shiitake mushrooms, mushroom rillette on bread, quail eggs, chicken breast, sweet peppers, duck roast, tail meat, chicken wings, and meatballs, all of which were delicious. We also ordered a large dashi-flavored omelette, and for dessert, we had minced chicken over rice, which we had to take some home because of the portion size. We also tried the chicken bone broth soup, which was also delicious. The staff were friendly and efficient. It would be even better if they had sparkling wine. I will definitely go back again.

On Friday night, my plans suddenly got canceled and I was looking for a place to eat alone. Luckily, I found a place that could accommodate me if I arrived early. It was my first visit to this restaurant located on the basement floor facing the Twelve Shrine Street behind the Park Hyatt Tokyo, closer to Hatsudai than Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. They offered three courses: a 4000 yen course with 7 skewers, a 5000 yen course with 9 skewers, and an omakase course. I chose the 5000 yen course. The skewers were marked with ●. The dishes served with rice were marked with ◯. - Kumquat soy sauce marinated: Better with rice than on its own. The nori and sesame oil were strong, with kumquat playing a supporting role. - Hichinai Jidori chicken wing - Hichinai Jidori chicken thigh - Eggplant - Eel with radish: Soft eel typical of the Kanto region, can't help it due to regional characteristics. - Quail egg: Perfectly half-cooked and delicious! - White liver - Shishito pepper - Roasted duck: Maybe better as a tataki rather than roasted. It's like a substitute for skewers, but I think skewers would be more satisfying. - Hichinai Jidori chicken gizzard - Hichinai Jidori chicken thigh - Hichinai Jidori chicken meatball with yolk: Might be tastier without the yolk. - Hichinai Jidori chicken and egg rice bowl: I asked for less rice. Plenty of meat. Other meal options are available. This was all included in the 5000 yen course. I added: - White liver with ponzu sauce: White liver and ponzu sauce felt like a mismatch. - Hichinai Jidori chicken heart - Hichinai Jidori chicken neck: Tastes delicious with the fat and charcoal aroma. I had a draft beer and house red wine as drinks, which paired well with the chicken. The skewers were expertly grilled to bring out the quality of the ingredients, showcasing the skill and passion of the chef. However, the non-skewer dishes didn't quite match up in quality, feeling unbalanced. It's a great restaurant, so I'm offering constructive criticism. I hope to see improvements. Thank you for the meal!