I love yakitori. I really love it. Whenever I have the chance, I want to eat yakitori. I even managed to turn my wife into a yakitori lover (lol). Now I'm working on turning my friends into yakitori lovers too. But don't you think that there are fewer casual yakitori restaurants where you can stop by, grab 5-10 skewers of your favorite items, order some chicken skin, enjoy a highball, beer, shochu, or sake, and finish with ochazuke or grilled rice ball for around 3,500 yen these days? It seems like the popular yakitori places are becoming harder to get into, with reservations required or limited seating available. It's a bit of a shame that yakitori, which is supposed to be a popular and accessible food, is becoming less so. With the rapid spread of information online, the concept of hidden gem or local favorite restaurants seems to be fading away. It's important to be aware of the pros and cons of living in a digital age, even though I contribute to online reviews myself. Despite that, I still hope to find a yakitori restaurant with a welcoming atmosphere, where the chef's personality shines through and the food is consistently delicious. While thinking about these things, I continue to explore yakitori restaurants (lol). Today, while picking up my wife from the hospital, we decided to grab a bite to eat at a nearby yakitori restaurant. Luckily, we found a place with available counter seats, as the tables were fully booked. We were served with some delicious lemon sours and highballs, and enjoyed some Nikka Yoichi whiskey. The lemon sour had a strong lemon flavor with frozen lemon slices inside, making it quite refreshing. The Nikka Yoichi whiskey was a rare find, as it's becoming harder to come by in liquor stores. Seeing it being sold online at inflated prices is disheartening. Overall, it was a pleasant experience, despite the challenges of finding a good yakitori restaurant in today's digital age.

- A yakitori restaurant in Kasuga, Korakuen. It opened in 2017, so it's relatively new. - The yakitori made with Kyoto red chicken is high quality. The appetizers like eggplant dumplings and smoked cheese with cream cheese were all delicious. - The drinks are a bit on the expensive side, around 600-700 yen per glass, but they are all tasty, like the way they pour the draft beer and the lemon sour with a tower of lemon slices. - It's a small restaurant, but it's nice that they allow baby strollers inside. (Basic Information) - Yakitori restaurant - 3 minutes walk from Kasuga Station on the Mita Line - Budget: 4000 yen per person - Around 20-30 seats - Children allowed, baby strollers allowed

The grilled chicken skewers with seseri, momo, were very delicious. I arrived a little after 16:30, the Google opening time, but the sign said closed. I asked the staff inside if they were still open, and they replied that their business hours were until 16:30. I was unsure if I could go in or not, so a simple explanation would have been helpful since I was there just a little after closing time.

I was thinking of getting something to drink on my way back to the station from Korakuen, but couldn't find any suitable place. However, on my way home, I stumbled upon a yakitori restaurant. It was quite crowded, but I managed to get a seat at the counter. I ordered a lychee grapefruit cocktail and a few yakitori skewers, and left after 45 minutes. The total bill was nearly 3,000 yen for just one drink and three skewers. The pricing seemed a bit high for what was offered. The staff seemed eager for me to leave, and I overheard them complaining. This left a disappointing impression on me. I don't think I'll be visiting this place again.

I revisited a delicious yakitori restaurant and preferred the table seats in the back rather than the counter. Everything I ordered was delicious. The meat on the skewers was generous, perfectly seasoned to complement the alcohol, and grilled just right. The drinks were well-balanced and strong enough to get you tipsy. The staff was youthful, refreshing, and pleasant. The ventilation was also good, providing a nice environment amidst concerns about COVID-19 and odors.

I ate at a strange time... but I stopped by because I wanted to have a drink. I ordered a highball and was served raw vegetables as a starter. Feeling a bit healthy, I switched to sake. I wasn't very hungry, so I ordered a few skewers and left satisfied. It was delicious, so I would like to try going there as the first stop next time.

I went to Chicken Crew in Korakuen. It has a stylish design with a wood-based theme. In the shopping street, you can easily spot it with a large lantern, indicating it's a yakitori restaurant. They use a breed called "Seiryu Jidori" for their yakitori. I ordered a 5-piece assorted skewers recommended by the owner. The "Negima" was a combination of large chicken pieces and leeks with a sweet yet refreshing sauce. The "Liver" was slightly rare with no unpleasant smell, giving a high-end feel. The "Skin" was well-cooked, crispy, and paired perfectly with the sauce. The "Gizzard" had large pieces, no smell, and went well with rock salt. The "Sabi Yaki" had rare breast meat topped with wasabi, tender and not dry. I was satisfied with these 5 skewers. I dined alone this time and couldn't eat much, but there were many other delicious dishes on the menu. They welcome families too, so I'd like to visit with my family next time.

In conclusion, the taste was decent. I was in the mood for yakitori, so I decided to eat quickly and leave. I was seated at the counter and ordered seseri, tsukune, and negima, all seasoned with salt, to see what they were like. Seseri was not bad, but it could use a little more flavor. Tsukune was delicious. The grilling, seasoning, and balance were just right. Negima was not bad... but it lacked a distinctive flavor. Overall, all the dishes were not bad, but they lacked individuality. If there is no distinctive flavor, then the competition should be based on price, location, and service, but none of those were particularly outstanding. The beer was 550 yen, shochu was 600-700 yen, and yakitori was 180-250 yen each. The price range left a rather tough impression.

Takeout included, this was my third visit this year. Grilled chicken skewers cooked over charcoal are definitely better enjoyed at the restaurant rather than at home. The excellent cooking and performance naturally increased my satisfaction. In addition to the chicken skewers, there's also homemade meat miso, which is a nice touch as an appetizer. I would like to try it on top of white rice. And there's the "Adult Highball" with a choice of four whiskies - Hakushu, Taketsuru, Yoichi, and Mizunara. I personally appreciated that they had three whiskies that I didn't have in stock at home. As for the food: - Tsunagi skewer for 240 yen: Good cooking with a soft texture followed by a crisp bite. The mild sweetness of the sauce allowed me to enjoy the natural umami flavor as I chewed. - Nankotsu skewer for 210 yen: A subtle yet flavorful skewer that remained enjoyable until the end. The saltiness complemented the taste perfectly. - Pekoros skewer for 210 yen: A compact skewer resembling a whole onion. Surprisingly sweet with a good texture that was satisfying to chew. - Stuffed Eggplant for 680 yen: A whole eggplant stuffed with meat. Served with grated radish and ponzu sauce for a refreshing taste. However, I felt the meat could have been more flavorful and the overall dish was a bit subdued. - Adult Highball (Hakushu) for 680 yen: Rich and intense in flavor. - Appetizer for 300 yen: The meat miso is still as good as ever. The perfect balance of sweet and salty, with the minced meat texture and chunkiness adding to the impressive performance.

Because of the current situation, I chose to dine at a place with a well-maintained interior. I sat at a table near the back with the windows wide open. I've been refraining from going out, but I really wanted to eat freshly grilled yakitori, so my excitement level was high. The grilling, saltiness, everything was just right. The quality of the meat was also excellent. They had a good selection of highballs, including Yoichi and Hakushu, which were delicious. It may have been because it was my first time having yakitori at a restaurant in a while, but overall, it was a delicious and nice place to eat.

Located in a corner of the shopping street, this place is a casual spot to enjoy charcoal-grilled chicken skewers in the area. It has been open for 2 years and seems to have established a solid customer base. While the grilled skewers are a highlight, the side dishes are also quite satisfying, making it a suitable place to relax and drink alone. There are a few counter seats available as well. Additionally, they offer about 10 types of carb-based dishes for a satisfying end to your meal, including curry, oyakodon, katsu sandwich, and tamago kake gohan. When I visited late, I noticed that many items were sold out, which was disappointing. If you plan to visit, it's best to go earlier. - Chicken skewer (kawa) - 180 yen - Chicken liver - 180 yen - Chicken thigh with green onion - 180 yen - Tamago kake gohan (rice with raw egg) - 480 yen - Ultimate lemon sour - 550 yen - Appetizer - 300 yen Situation: - Dining alone for dinner - Visited around 9:40 PM on a weekday - No waiting time, seated at the counter closest to the entrance

Located along Senkawa Street towards Otsuka from Korakuen, or a short walk from Kasuga Station, this relatively new yakitori restaurant boasts a stylish black-themed exterior. Inside, the atmosphere is fairly ordinary. The yakitori is decent, nothing too special. The sauce lacks depth and has a sharp edge to it. Perhaps with continued use and topping up, it may improve.

Located right near Kasuga Station, this popular yakitori restaurant has high ratings for their grilled chicken skewers, but their side dishes made with chicken are also delicious. I always order the chicken tartare here. A must-try when you visit is their signature lemon sour, overflowing with fresh lemon which is perfect for summer. It goes well with the yakitori. They also have a good selection of shochu and sake. In the summer, I like to enjoy a shochu soda to cool off. The chicken breast, chicken sausage, cartilage, meatballs, and green onions are all delicious. You can eat to your heart's content and have drinks for around 6,000 yen per person. The restaurant is clean and has a balanced atmosphere that is not too formal. It's a great place for a date. Enjoy your meal!

About a 5-minute walk north from Tokyo Dome, there is a yakitori restaurant located in a corner of the Enma Street shopping district that seems to be quite popular. The yakitori, grilled over charcoal, appears to be a hit as the restaurant is often bustling with customers. The variety of skewers may be somewhat limited, but it is still best to focus on the skewers. The performance of the "Chicken Liver" was still excellent, and the "Tsukune" with salt had a straightforward and delicious taste. While the skewer options may be limited, the side dishes are reasonably satisfying. It was a bit disappointing to see that the "Beef Tendon Stew," which left a good impression last time, was no longer on the menu. By the way, the homemade meat miso served as an appetizer is so tasty that it could make you want to drink sake bit by bit. It goes well with fresh vegetables as well as cold tofu. ---Menu--- - Chicken Liver @180 yen: Juicy and moist with a deep, tender texture. No strong flavors, and the grilling was done well. - Tsukune (salt) @210 yen: The minced meat breaks apart crisply, and the straightforward umami flavor rushes in. - Bonjiri @180 yen: The surface is crispy and fragrant, with a strong sweetness in the small but fatty meat that brings a moist richness. - Negima @180 yen: A safe choice. The impression is more of the firm texture of the white leek than the tender melting meat. - Stuffed Bell Pepper @240 yen: Adds a refreshing touch to the tsukune. It would have been nice to have a bit more crunch in the bell pepper, but the lack of sweetness in the sauce is good in my opinion. - Chicken Skin with Ponzu Sauce @550 yen: The skin is crispy throughout with a lasting fragrance. The mild acidity of the sauce, combined with grated radish, rounds out the overall impression. - Tochigi Classic Senkin (sake) @880 yen - Appetizer ---Scene +α--- - Solo dinner - Visited around 19:55 on a weekday - No waiting time, seated at the counter

The tsukune is delicious. The quail appetizer also has a taste that goes well with alcohol. The pork cutlet sandwich is crispy too!

I always use this place for girls' night out and the skewers are delicious here! Among the yakitori places I know, this is the best. The staff are friendly and we always end up having a fun time drinking too much. Thank you always! By the way, the chicken tenderloin skewers are recommended.

The ramen at the yakitori restaurant was delicious! The chicken broth soup was amazing, it had a great flavor.

I went to a busy yakitori restaurant near my house. It was cheap and the service was polite. The yakitori had various arrangements, and the plum-flavored chicken skewers were delicious. The staff were kind and attentive, even to foreign customers.

A yakitori restaurant located about an 8-minute walk from Korakuen Station. The place has a small and cozy atmosphere with limited seating. Although the food took a bit of time to come out, everything was delicious. Despite being a yakitori place, the tamagoyaki (Japanese rolled omelette) was the most delicious, and I would like to eat it again.

At Tsukune, you can enjoy various bird dishes reasonably priced. The moon-viewing tsukune comes with sauce to taste and white rice.

When I felt like eating yakitori, this is the place to go! Unfortunately, they were sold out of corn, which was disappointing, but they had chicken wings! They were delicious as always!