There was a surprisingly cost-effective yakitori restaurant in Akasaka!! Its name is Torinokoyaya. I tried the ¥5500 course♡ First, cheers with a Black Label beer! The appetizers were: Seasonal vegetable pickles, Cream cheese and Tokyo Edo vegetables with red kiwi, Tokyo Edo vegetable butternut squash mousse, dashi jelly, crab and dill. The variety and presentation of the appetizers were amazing. The interior was like a traditional yakitori restaurant. The appetizers were like those from a Japanese restaurant, which was a pleasant surprise. The sweet potato cold soup with basil oil was delicious. The farm salad with Tokyo vegetables and vegetable dressing was very appetizing. Then, the yakitori started! The tsukune made with soft bone, domestic duck minced meat, Amakusa Daio minced meat, and chicken fat was special and tasty. The sori-less skewer was surprisingly large and delicious. The roast duck was clean and free of any unpleasant smell. The grilled eggplant was seasoned with salt and could be dipped in miso for extra flavor. The seseri was juicy and flavorful. The heart was a generous cut and had a satisfying texture. The chouchin was also delicious. For dessert, we had homemade creme brulee, which was rich and not too sweet. We were completely satisfied until the end. The restaurant had excellent ventilation, so there was no smoke from the charcoal grill in the dining area. The service was attentive and the staff were considerate. The Akamatsu Daio yakitori was very filling. The staff made sure we were satisfied and were accommodating with allergies. I highly recommend this place for those who love good food. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

The restaurant has a low rating on Tabelog, but their yakitori is incredibly delicious. The specialty salt tsukune is especially tasty. The balance of salt and the juiciness of the meat is irresistible! The omakase set of 5 skewers had excellent seasoning, and I wonder if they use good quality salt overall. I definitely want to go back.

I stopped by here for some grilled chicken late at night during my business trip to Tokyo. It was just the right timing when the busy customers had left, so I could comfortably place my order in almost a private setting. The grilled chicken skewers were amazing, especially the chicken neck, cartilage, and stomach. The flavor of the shiitake mushrooms was also surprisingly delicious. The summer limited edition sake was delightful and added a nice touch to my solo trip in Tokyo. I've been encountering a lot of kabutomushi beetles in Tochigi Prefecture this summer!

It is located on the first floor and slightly tucked away. The interior has a counter and tables, with a visible charcoal grill for yakitori. The yakitori grilled over binchotan charcoal is delicious. The prices are reasonable, not too high. I visited on a Sunday and it was lively.

The white miso-glazed strawberry and taro bisque were delicious, especially the grilled gizzard and heart. The bill was surprisingly cheap. The interior may not be as fancy as other upscale yakitori places, but the quality of the food compared to the price is excellent. It's great that they are open on Sundays.

[Tori no Sumika] When it comes to yakitori in Akasaka, this is the place to go for a date, with friends, for a girls' night out, or even by yourself! I finally revisited after a long time and it never disappoints. The salt tsukune is a must-try, but everything on the menu is delicious. They have added chicken hot pot to the menu, so I plan to try that next time. [A la carte menu] - Appetizer - Soup - Shine Muscat vinegared salad - Chicken thigh tataki (ponzu sauce) - Salt truffle chicken senbei - Tsukune (chicken meatballs) - Maitake mushrooms - Man'yoji chili peppers - Chicken breast (yuzu pepper) - Chicken tenderloin - Duck with shiitake mushrooms - Amakusa Daio's oyakodon [Tori no Sumika @akasaka_sumika] Phone: 03-6868-8668 Address: 6-4-21 Akasaka, Minoya Building 1F, Minato-ku, Tokyo Opening hours: Weekdays 17:00-1:00 / Weekends and holidays 17:00-23:00 (Closed on Mondays) Price range: ¥5,000-¥5,999 Thank you for reading until the end! Follow @tabearukino_f for more posts about restaurants in Tokyo.

"The genre of 'yakitori' has been expanding, with a range from cheap chain restaurants like Torikizoku with a customer average of 2000-3000 yen, to high-end stylish yakitori places in the 6000-8000 yen range. However, there are actually few yakitori restaurants in the 4000-5000 yen range where you can casually enjoy quality yakitori with a variety of cuts. This place falls into that category. The menu offers a good selection of cuts, and there is also an omakase option available. The portions are generous and satisfying. You can also order individual skewers, making it a great option for those looking for a casual yakitori experience. It's also convenient that they are open on Sundays in Akasaka. Personally, I would have preferred the liver to be a bit more tenderly cooked. I will definitely visit again!"

The children went out, so the couple decided to have dinner at a restaurant they had visited before. They made a reservation and enjoyed delicious yakitori, especially the liver and tsukune. The quality of the food and the reasonable prices made the experience very satisfying. They also appreciated the selection of sake. They look forward to visiting again.

The restaurant "Torinokoyasan" is one of the few places in the Kanto region where you can eat Amakusa Daio, and it has always been at the top of my list of places to visit. Finally, I was able to go there and I was so excited that I couldn't even take a nap after work. To top it off, on the way to the restaurant, I saw @akasaka_sumika's story saying, "We have amazing white liver today" ❤️ Even though I was on the train, I quietly did a fist pump by myself thinking, "What a great day it is!" When I arrived at the restaurant, I first ordered the golden nectar of life, Sapporo beer, which was just perfect ❤️ Due to the spread prevention period, they didn't have draft beer, but Red Star was satisfying enough ⭐️ For food, I ordered a 7-skewer course and side dishes. The skewers and dishes I enjoyed were as follows: - Appetizer: Chicken prosciutto and white asparagus with bisque & vichyssoise - Chicken breast and avocado Korean seaweed roll - Liver teki - Grilled chicken thigh with salt sauce - Duck, cartilage, and Amakusa Daio salt tsukune - Amakusa Daio skinless - Duck shiitake mushroom - Chicken skin - Chicken wing tip - Maitake mushroom - Additional skewer - Seseri (chicken neck) - White liver - Cartilage - Ginkgo nut - Chochin (Japanese lantern) skewer - Finale & dessert: Chicken ramen, Amakusa Daio parent and child bowl, Crème brûlée Amakusa Daio, the largest male chicken that can weigh up to 7kg, has a meat quality that is neither too tough nor too soft, and is juicy and delicious ❤️ The number one most popular skewer, salt tsukune, did not disappoint. The white liver, which was a shocking encounter, was first enjoyed as tataki and then ordered as a skewer. It was a blissful moment enjoying the white liver. The duck shiitake mushroom, which was the first skewer of the day, was truly impressive and delicious. The combination of beer and tsukune when I was so hungry was just amazing. The tsukune was not too fluffy or too tough, and had a great meaty and juicy texture, making it very delicious. It's no wonder it's the number one favorite! The duck shiitake mushroom was so delicious that it blew away the conventional belief that duck goes well with green onions. The shiitake mushroom absorbed all the duck's fat and umami flavors. I wonder why I never introduced these two before. I indulged quite a bit in both the alcohol and yakitori that day, and I was surprised at my strong stomach, but the yakitori, side dishes, finale, and dessert were all delicious and the restaurant was very reasonable. I would love to visit again at a more leisurely pace ❤️ Special thanks to @akasaka_sumika.

If it's not a course meal, the appetizer costs 450 yen. However, I was pleasantly surprised to receive two appetizers for that price. It felt like a good deal. The drinks are also reasonably priced. Many types of sake are available, mostly 120ml for 600 yen, including some unfiltered junmai daiginjo. Perfect for those who want to try different kinds. I started with chicken tataki and grilled liver before moving on to the omakase set of 5 grilled items, which was delicious. Finally, I ended the meal with ramen. The set always includes tsukune and negima, and today's selection also had hatsumoto, bonjiri, and tebasaki. I wanted to order more liver, but it was sold out. If the grilled liver is that good, I can only imagine how tasty the regular liver would be. Looking forward to my next visit. I will definitely be back.

[Tori no Sumika] - Tokyo: Located a 1-minute walk from Exit 6 of Akasaka Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, I visited "Tori no Sumika," where you can enjoy the legendary chicken called "Amakusa Daio." Despite arriving late for the scheduled time, both the head chef and the female staff welcomed me with gentle smiles, making me feel at ease. In a slightly awkward atmosphere, the 5,500 yen chef's choice course that I had reserved in advance started! Although there was also a mix of Jidori chicken along the way, the course centered around Amakusa Daio, and each dish exuded a sense of dedication, with delicious seasoning and, above all, superb cooking. Amakusa Daio is a giant, mythical chicken that can grow up to 90 cm in length, but its meat combines a good firm texture with tenderness, making it easy to eat, and it had a delicate taste different from its giant appearance. Furthermore, the cost performance was excellent, and I was satisfied with the price setting that made me want to visit again. Thank you for the wonderful meal! - Chef's Choice (5,500 yen) - Chilled soup - Assorted appetizers (Amakusa Daio liver pate, fig and white sesame dressing, potato salad) - Avocado and chicken breast Korean seaweed roll - Salted tsukune (chicken meatball) - Negima (chicken thigh and green onion skewer) - Duck and shiitake mushroom - Sumika Farm salad - Skin (Jidori chicken) - Shirako (Jidori chicken) - Chicken heart - Dancing mushroom - Foie gras rice bowl - Chicken soup - Creme brulee

We visited the restaurant with two people on a weekday night after 7 pm. The table seats were full! Good thing we made a reservation. Maybe it's because alcohol is allowed now. I was curious about the legendary chicken they use, so I had to go as a yakitori lover. This time we left it to the chef. - Cold soup - Assorted appetizers (pate, fig and tofu salad, potato salad) - Marinated chicken breast and avocado - Tsukune (chicken meatballs) - Negima (thigh meat with leek) - Duck with shiitake mushrooms - Chicken skin (Shamo) - Shirako (Shamo) - Chicken heart - Salad - Maitake mushrooms - Foie gras rice bowl - Chicken soup - Creme brulee The skewers were all slightly larger, but very juicy and perfectly cooked. The appetizers and soup were also great. I especially liked the tsukune, duck with shiitake mushrooms, negima, chicken skin, and maitake mushrooms. The Amakusa Daioh chicken can grow up to 90cm if left alone! Surprising! We had a great time chatting and enjoying the food. I highly recommend this place to friends and colleagues! Reservations are a must. I would love to visit again. Thank you for the delicious meal.

When walking along Akasaka Street, I noticed that the izakaya "Wabisabi Toramaru" had been replaced by a new restaurant called "Torinokoyakana." Wabisabi Toramaru was a familiar izakaya that I used to frequent, so it was sad to see it gone. The new Torinokoyakana opened in October 2019 and was now offering lunch, so I decided to give it a try. The layout of the restaurant remained the same, with the kitchen on the right side, an L-shaped counter, table seating on the left side, and a long structure towards the back. The owner and what seemed to be the hostess were both young and welcoming. It was around 12:20 pm and the restaurant was quite busy, with many solo female diners. The lunch menu included options like Oyakodon with creamy egg, Chicken Karaage set meal, Pork Belly Ginger Stir-fry set meal, and Spicy Miso Stir-fry with Pork Belly and Summer Vegetables set meal, all priced at around 800-900 yen. Each meal came with a salad, soup, and homemade pickles. I ordered the Oyakodon and was impressed by the attentive and kind service provided by the hostess. The dish was served in a large bowl with the Oyakodon, salad, miso soup, and homemade pickles. The salad was a mix of lettuce, treviso, mizuna, and sliced red onions, with a delicious soy-based dressing. The Oyakodon had tender chunks of chicken and perfectly cooked eggs, with a balanced and not too sweet or salty flavor. The rice was not overly soggy and paired well with the topping. The homemade pickles included cucumber, red, and yellow bell peppers, which was a nice touch. The miso soup was hearty with tofu and wakame seaweed, and overall the meal was very reasonably priced at less than 900 yen. The hostess's friendly demeanor during payment was also a pleasant experience. I would like to try their yakitori for dinner as well, as it looked appetizing.

*I really don't want to tell you about this shop series... I was truly impressed ❤️ First of all, despite using the elusive "Amakusa Daioh" chicken from Kumamoto Prefecture, the prices are ridiculously cheap, and the location is in Akasaka... why is that... This time, I left everything to the chef and had him serve me* "Sumika Farm Salad" - Using fresh Edo-Tokyo vegetables, the freshness and the vibrant colors of the Bagna Cauda sauce make it visually delightful and cute. "Sasami and Avocado Korean Nori Roll" - The "sasami" marinated in Tamari soy sauce and dark soy sauce is tender and moist despite being roughly chopped, and it goes perfectly with ripe avocado. The saltiness of the Korean seaweed is also great!! "Amakusa Daioh Liver Mousse" - It's not always available on the menu, so it's lucky to be able to eat it ❤️ It's rich as expected, but the smooth texture and the deliciousness make you reluctant to finish it. It goes perfectly with beer‼️ "Chef's Choice 5 Skewers" 1500 yen - A specialty salted minced chicken skewer made with thigh meat, fat, and minced domestic duck cartilage. When you take a bite, it's so juicy that it drips down, making my cheeks drop too ❤️ Hehe "Soriresu" - Huh? I've never seen a Soriresu so full that it seems like it would burst if touched. The slight scent of kabosu citrus is refreshing, and it tightens up while combining with the richness of Soriresu's fat, causing confusion in my head. How much for a single piece? I couldn't find it on the menu, so it seems quite rare... Thank you, chef‍♀️✨ "Duck Negima" - They are particular about the duck meat and use "Saitama-produced raw duck." Above all, the grilling is outstanding, highlighting the juiciness of the duck meat‼️ "Hatamoto" - The bounciness and richness of the sauce intertwining create an indescribable feeling of happiness... It's wonderful to be able to offer Hatamoto at a shop... "Reba" - I've been waiting for this~ As soon as you pick up the skewer, the tenderness and springiness make it slide down so smoothly. It's light and not fishy at all, and the gooey finish is incredibly delicious, making it perfect with drinks... The finale is Oyakodon♡ It was so delicious and so happy! This place is truly a hidden gem!!

The restaurant seems to be convenient for use without reservations. A few salarymen came in without reservations. I ordered five skewers of chicken senbei, which is thinly sliced and pounded chicken breast, then fried until crispy like skin. It's healthy and good. The skewers were chef's choice and very filling, leaving me satisfied. The sake lees shochu was delicious.

I finally got to visit "Torinokoya," a place I've been curious about for a while! And I've already decided to come back again! The tsukune (chicken meatballs) were so delicious that I ended up ordering seconds haha. The staff were also very friendly, and all this food and drinks for two people only cost ¥8811! So reasonable! Thank you for the wonderful meal!

Last night, I returned from Kobe and stopped by here with my work colleagues for a meeting. It was my first time in Akasaka in a while. We heard there was delicious yakitori with good value here. The interior of the restaurant was stylish, more like a Western-style restaurant than a yakitori place, which created a nice atmosphere. The staff were friendly and the food was delicious. It was a great experience! Thank you for the meal!

On this day, my friends celebrated my birthday at this yakitori restaurant. I'm quite picky about yakitori lately, but the yakitori here was really delicious! We ended up drinking two big bottles of Akatombo sweet potato shochu and got so drunk that I had a hangover the next day. I'm truly grateful to my friends for always being there for me. Osu! Osu!

All the menu items were delicious. I especially liked the tsukune and seseri. I want to go again (*´꒳`*)

Surinagashi, toriwasa, kawakushi, seseri kushi, shio tsukune, karaage.

It's a lovely atmosphere restaurant. Recommended for when you want to eat delicious food slowly in Akasaka. The stylishness from the appetizers is also appealing. I want to go.