Tell us only 10 minutes wait time, then saying to wait for another 30 minutes after waiting for 20 minutes already. This kind of behavior to maintain a full occupancy rate is truly disgusting.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
dw
At the junk shop, the waiter told me to wait at the door for ten minutes. After waiting for fifteen minutes, he told me to wait another hour.
Service: 1
KYOICHIRO ASAI
It's been a while since I last used it. The taste is still very delicious!The staff at the restaurant are also friendly, which adds to the deliciousness. There are many types of yakitori. There are also courses of 7 and 10 courses. If you don't like the yakitori, just let us know when ordering and we'll change it for you.The chef (chef) is quiet and professional as he grills the chicken. Actually, this store also has a store in Shinbashi, Japan.
Such bad service. No waitlist up front and she told us that it would be two hour wait. Very rude with no intention to give any details.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
CHY L
Such poor customer service. We call at 5:30 pm to make reservations for a week later,. The server said to call back at 9pm. I called from 9pm to 9:25 until a cleaning crew pick up saying everyone has left.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Sanish Shrestha
This place was a low key delightMu Junmai Daijinjo Sake - 4/5 was good cold and was a great drink to start out withSasami Ponzu (Rare Chicken Breast with Ponzu Sauce) - 6/5 this was sooooo freaking good. Never would I have thought that I would be able to eat rare chicken in the US. It was so good, can't really describe other than a better and thinner sashimi, but I will get his again every timeTorimatsu Course - 3.75/5 don't rember all the items I got, but for the 10 yakitori course, everything was balanced and went well with beer. I got chicken liver, which I'm not a fan of, but that just personal preference.Scallion Salad - 5/5 it's literally just thinly sliced scallions and ponzu sauce, but got some reason it's sooo good. The scallion tasted great, oniony and with the sauce so good.Chicken Hatsu Yakitori - 5/5 chicken heart is my personal favorite. I have yet to find one not good so take this one with a grain of salt. It was chewy, salty, and meaty.Okra - 3.5/5 I'm a fan of okra, could have used some more charr in my option but the piece of okra was big.Potato - 4.25/5 holy crud this was good. Look I'm not a huge fan of just a potato, but it came with butter and was perfectly cooked. Not a 5 for me just because I'm not looking for a great potato when I come to yakitori. I just come for chicken.
The owner handles a huge amount by himself.Great without sacrificing quality
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 胸の唐揚げ
Kyle James Walker
Amazing food, wonderful staff, I'll definitely be back again soon. I had the Torimatsu course and it was perfect.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rare Chicken, Yakitori 10pcs
Greg Hao
Amazing yakitori restaurant hidden in a strip mall. I used to work in the area and have visited this strip mall many times to eat and not once did I try Torimatsu to my eternal shame. On the recommendation of a friend we finally visited and am glad that we did. The Torimatsu course is well recommended for first time visitors and is a great value. Highlights for me are the chicken soup and tsukune (chicken meat balls). Reservation is required and I recommend calling in advance as the small restaurant fills up quick.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Yakitori 10pcs, Green Onion Salad, Chicken Broth Soup, Scallion Salad, Chicken Base Soup, Yakitori Course
Dani E.
First time here. You need a reservation. I got the torimatsu course along with a few more item. Everything was really good. Unfortunately one of the skewers was still bleeding, but it's all good. My experience here was amazing. The staff is great, the food is delicious,plenty of parking. I will definitely come back again!
An authentic Japanese spot featuring fresh, lightly salted chicken and spice seasonings.
Alyssa N.
I spotted this place after a massage in the same plaza and saw several different groups of Japanese business men walking in for a after work drinks or dinner. Anyone who has traveled to Japan knows that yakitori is a very popular spot for the businessmen after work for drinking and snacking. I wasn't too hungry but I just had to try it out.The place is small but felt very authentic. There are a few tables and a bar where you can watch the yakitori master at work. If you have choice or a small party, definitely sit at the bar to watch the skewers being cooked on the grill which authentic bincho charcoal.Bincho charcoal is higher quality and what they use in Japan at the legit yakitori joints. It provides a better flavor to the meats and veggies on the grill.They have ala carte options or an omakase set with 10 chef's selected skewers of the day. I ordered just a few skewers to try plus a yaki onigiri with pickled plum. Everything was great and I definitely will be back to try the omaskase set next time. My favorite today was the shiso-maki (chicken with shiso/perilla leaf). I also tried the stuffed lotus root, negi-niku, and the kitsune (chicken in deep fried tofu skin). Everything was great....served hot directly from the chef! It's hard to find authentic yakitori comparable to Japan in the states. This spot comes close and according to the menu, there is also another location in Shinbashi Tokyo Japan. This place is legit!!!!!
Mary N.
We called about two weeks ahead to make a reservation for a party of 4 for a Friday evening. On the day of our reservation, two of us arrived on time however the other half of our party was stuck in traffic - they kindly sat us and we just ordered some drinks while we waited for the rest of our group. I ordered the 10 skewer omakase and I thought the skewers came out at a good pace. It's nice because they bring a 2 or 3 at a time so they're all still warm. We really liked the atmosphere and didn't feel rushed to finish our meal - well at least not by the staff. We could see how many people were trying to do a walk up so we didn't want to take up their table too long. Although the staff took their time to tell us what skewers they were giving us - I was too caught up in the moment to take photos of all of it or write it down. They did say the omakase skewer options change regularly. I do recall my favorite though - it was the chicken in perilla leaf. We also ordered the grilled onigiri - we were absolutely stuffed.
Abigail D.
I had a pleasant first time dining experience at Torimatsu. It is a Japanese Yakitori restaurant, therefore, they are specialized in grilled chicken. No beef or pork available. Minimal to no seafood (only salmon, spicy cod roe, and bonito flake Yaki/Grilled Onigiri). I love how they have course options that comes with a set number of skewers (depending on the course- 'torimatsu'/'shinbashi'), soup, salad, and ice cream. You also have the option to order off the menu, a la carte. The standout menu items I loved are the Kitsune (chicken in deep fried bean curd), Negi-Niku (chicken and green onion), Shiso-Maki (perilla with chicken), and Atsuage (fried tofu). Such simple flavors yet very satisfying! My meal was filling yet light as it is overall pretty healthy. Take advantage of the table side condiments if you need a little more spice or salt to your dishes. Service was friendly and the interior was simple yet beautiful. The only con is that there may be a bit of a wait as it is a bit popular. Otherwise, I recommend you check this spot out!
Michelle W.
Torimatsu is one of those places you can enjoy a meal by yourself or with a group and time just slows down. This place is one of my favorites and I wish I lived closer to them. My favorite is the bar so that I can appreciate and admire the yakitori chef work his magic. The menu has a few varieties and you can choose the prefix menu of two courses. These set courses are chef's choice and they will ask if organs are ok. My favorites are the lotus with chicken, chicken soup, thighs, skin and shiso-maki (chicken with shiso). The tare is delicious, not overly sweet and just the right amount on the yakitori. Staff are super friendly and nice. I would recommend to make a reservation as it fills out fast. There's plenty of parking available.
Tell us only 10 minutes wait time, then saying to wait for another 30 minutes after waiting for 20 minutes already. This kind of behavior to maintain a full occupancy rate is truly disgusting.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
At the junk shop, the waiter told me to wait at the door for ten minutes. After waiting for fifteen minutes, he told me to wait another hour.
Service: 1
It's been a while since I last used it. The taste is still very delicious!The staff at the restaurant are also friendly, which adds to the deliciousness. There are many types of yakitori. There are also courses of 7 and 10 courses. If you don't like the yakitori, just let us know when ordering and we'll change it for you.The chef (chef) is quiet and professional as he grills the chicken. Actually, this store also has a store in Shinbashi, Japan.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 焼おにぎり, ピーマン肉串, 鳥刺し, ドライ カレー, 鶏ガラスープ, おしんこ, 胸の唐揚げ
Such bad service. No waitlist up front and she told us that it would be two hour wait. Very rude with no intention to give any details.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Such poor customer service. We call at 5:30 pm to make reservations for a week later,. The server said to call back at 9pm. I called from 9pm to 9:25 until a cleaning crew pick up saying everyone has left.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
This place was a low key delightMu Junmai Daijinjo Sake - 4/5 was good cold and was a great drink to start out withSasami Ponzu (Rare Chicken Breast with Ponzu Sauce) - 6/5 this was sooooo freaking good. Never would I have thought that I would be able to eat rare chicken in the US. It was so good, can't really describe other than a better and thinner sashimi, but I will get his again every timeTorimatsu Course - 3.75/5 don't rember all the items I got, but for the 10 yakitori course, everything was balanced and went well with beer. I got chicken liver, which I'm not a fan of, but that just personal preference.Scallion Salad - 5/5 it's literally just thinly sliced scallions and ponzu sauce, but got some reason it's sooo good. The scallion tasted great, oniony and with the sauce so good.Chicken Hatsu Yakitori - 5/5 chicken heart is my personal favorite. I have yet to find one not good so take this one with a grain of salt. It was chewy, salty, and meaty.Okra - 3.5/5 I'm a fan of okra, could have used some more charr in my option but the piece of okra was big.Potato - 4.25/5 holy crud this was good. Look I'm not a huge fan of just a potato, but it came with butter and was perfectly cooked. Not a 5 for me just because I'm not looking for a great potato when I come to yakitori. I just come for chicken.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Scallion Salad, Yakitori Course
The owner handles a huge amount by himself.Great without sacrificing quality
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 胸の唐揚げ
Amazing food, wonderful staff, I'll definitely be back again soon. I had the Torimatsu course and it was perfect.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rare Chicken, Yakitori 10pcs
Amazing yakitori restaurant hidden in a strip mall. I used to work in the area and have visited this strip mall many times to eat and not once did I try Torimatsu to my eternal shame. On the recommendation of a friend we finally visited and am glad that we did. The Torimatsu course is well recommended for first time visitors and is a great value. Highlights for me are the chicken soup and tsukune (chicken meat balls). Reservation is required and I recommend calling in advance as the small restaurant fills up quick.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Yakitori 10pcs, Green Onion Salad, Chicken Broth Soup, Scallion Salad, Chicken Base Soup, Yakitori Course
First time here. You need a reservation. I got the torimatsu course along with a few more item. Everything was really good. Unfortunately one of the skewers was still bleeding, but it's all good. My experience here was amazing. The staff is great, the food is delicious,plenty of parking. I will definitely come back again!
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An authentic Japanese spot featuring fresh, lightly salted chicken and spice seasonings.
I spotted this place after a massage in the same plaza and saw several different groups of Japanese business men walking in for a after work drinks or dinner. Anyone who has traveled to Japan knows that yakitori is a very popular spot for the businessmen after work for drinking and snacking. I wasn't too hungry but I just had to try it out.The place is small but felt very authentic. There are a few tables and a bar where you can watch the yakitori master at work. If you have choice or a small party, definitely sit at the bar to watch the skewers being cooked on the grill which authentic bincho charcoal.Bincho charcoal is higher quality and what they use in Japan at the legit yakitori joints. It provides a better flavor to the meats and veggies on the grill.They have ala carte options or an omakase set with 10 chef's selected skewers of the day. I ordered just a few skewers to try plus a yaki onigiri with pickled plum. Everything was great and I definitely will be back to try the omaskase set next time. My favorite today was the shiso-maki (chicken with shiso/perilla leaf). I also tried the stuffed lotus root, negi-niku, and the kitsune (chicken in deep fried tofu skin). Everything was great....served hot directly from the chef! It's hard to find authentic yakitori comparable to Japan in the states. This spot comes close and according to the menu, there is also another location in Shinbashi Tokyo Japan. This place is legit!!!!!
We called about two weeks ahead to make a reservation for a party of 4 for a Friday evening. On the day of our reservation, two of us arrived on time however the other half of our party was stuck in traffic - they kindly sat us and we just ordered some drinks while we waited for the rest of our group. I ordered the 10 skewer omakase and I thought the skewers came out at a good pace. It's nice because they bring a 2 or 3 at a time so they're all still warm. We really liked the atmosphere and didn't feel rushed to finish our meal - well at least not by the staff. We could see how many people were trying to do a walk up so we didn't want to take up their table too long. Although the staff took their time to tell us what skewers they were giving us - I was too caught up in the moment to take photos of all of it or write it down. They did say the omakase skewer options change regularly. I do recall my favorite though - it was the chicken in perilla leaf. We also ordered the grilled onigiri - we were absolutely stuffed.
I had a pleasant first time dining experience at Torimatsu. It is a Japanese Yakitori restaurant, therefore, they are specialized in grilled chicken. No beef or pork available. Minimal to no seafood (only salmon, spicy cod roe, and bonito flake Yaki/Grilled Onigiri). I love how they have course options that comes with a set number of skewers (depending on the course- 'torimatsu'/'shinbashi'), soup, salad, and ice cream. You also have the option to order off the menu, a la carte. The standout menu items I loved are the Kitsune (chicken in deep fried bean curd), Negi-Niku (chicken and green onion), Shiso-Maki (perilla with chicken), and Atsuage (fried tofu). Such simple flavors yet very satisfying! My meal was filling yet light as it is overall pretty healthy. Take advantage of the table side condiments if you need a little more spice or salt to your dishes. Service was friendly and the interior was simple yet beautiful. The only con is that there may be a bit of a wait as it is a bit popular. Otherwise, I recommend you check this spot out!
Torimatsu is one of those places you can enjoy a meal by yourself or with a group and time just slows down. This place is one of my favorites and I wish I lived closer to them. My favorite is the bar so that I can appreciate and admire the yakitori chef work his magic. The menu has a few varieties and you can choose the prefix menu of two courses. These set courses are chef's choice and they will ask if organs are ok. My favorites are the lotus with chicken, chicken soup, thighs, skin and shiso-maki (chicken with shiso). The tare is delicious, not overly sweet and just the right amount on the yakitori. Staff are super friendly and nice. I would recommend to make a reservation as it fills out fast. There's plenty of parking available.