So, this is a very authentic place. The food is always great, and the atmosphere is just real. It still has a human feel to it because it is local and small, which is why we keep going. Thank so much to the manage (the actual owner), and the staff who brings such a real and loving feel to the eating experience. Food is always amazing...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christian T
Underrated, and a must go for Japanese food. Tons of selections for yakitori, sashimi, and ramen. Reservations are recommended if not required.
Kid-friendliness: Do not bring your kids.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Asparagus Wrapped in Bacon, Yakitori, Uni
Karl Kyeongan Kwon
This spot had been on my ‘want-to-go’ list for years, and we finally went last night.
We focused solely on yakitori, skipping sushi and ramen (easily found elsewhere), and paired it with Japanese shouchu on the rocks instead of beer or wine.
The yakitori was perfectly prepared, and we were glad to see Japanese chefs using traditional cooking methods, including smoking! Pro tip: don’t order all at once. Order yakitori in batches to enjoy it fresh and at the best temperature.
Ordering directly from the Japanese owner in Japanese made the experience even more special. He was so kind! We’ll definitely return and bring more friends next time!
Parking: Free parking available in 2 min walking distance
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Yakitori
Tim Park
unchanging place
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Junseo Kim
Food being too salty is not the biggest issue. They never came to ask whether we needed anything nor even filled up our water. Even worse, when you pay with card, you are automatically charged with the fees, and the server stares at you to choose from the tipping options. When you choose to pay less than the suggested amount, the server starts to show attitude right away. Didn‘t even say ’thank you’ afterwards.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
Thomas Lin
I can say it is the only authentic Japanese yakitori in bergen county. Those bad reviews are not fair to the merchant. I have visited the place two times. They are very busy and expect you make reservation and come on time. Please respect their rule.
Google map shows close at 10, and we made the reservation at 8:30, we arrived at 8:45, and he says it’s already closed, which he said closed at 9pm, he wasted our time for driving one hour to here. Last time my friend visited they even didn’t give a cup of water. Poor service, should never come!!! They are just being lazy and want to go home early!!!
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Stefano Jung Bang
We had too high expectations from the good reviews and got disappointed big time.. Food was ok but expensive for the quality & portion. The place was very dirty. Food drops on the floor, sticky table, dirty plates.... Lastly the server forgot almost 30 min to send my order to kitchen !
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Chenxi Dong
How do you order sauce flavor skewers?! I ordered skewers for pickup and ordered “Tare” flavor and emphasized Japanese sauce flavor, but still got salt flavor and soy sauce on the side… I’m so tired of this and why is treating myself with skewers causing this much stress
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
J C
Servers are so incompetent. They are way too slow and forgot our orders.
WORST restaurant ever! The restaurant manager was super rude like we owed him money! We booked a table for 7 ppl but given a table for 4. They refused to change to a bigger table even though we were the ONLY guests in the restaurant at the time. AVOID PLEASE!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Darren Boi
The octopus leg in picture one cost $13, you got to be kidding me. I had stomachache right after eating here. Go to Manhattan you would get much better value & quality Yakitori. It is so OVERPRICED for what you can get in this place.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Sei Peele
Came in hungry, left in love. Everything was delicious, yakitori was on point and Hakata tonkatsu ramen was a blast.Make a reservation to guarantee you a seat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daimyojin Ninpo Dojo
Always a great experience!
Jennifer G
Should get a Michelin star.
Vegetarian options: Agedashi Tofu, Mushrooms,Veggies, French Fries Etc
So, this is a very authentic place. The food is always great, and the atmosphere is just real. It still has a human feel to it because it is local and small, which is why we keep going. Thank so much to the manage (the actual owner), and the staff who brings such a real and loving feel to the eating experience. Food is always amazing...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Underrated, and a must go for Japanese food.
Tons of selections for yakitori, sashimi, and ramen. Reservations are recommended if not required.
Kid-friendliness: Do not bring your kids.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Asparagus Wrapped in Bacon, Yakitori, Uni
This spot had been on my ‘want-to-go’ list for years, and we finally went last night.
We focused solely on yakitori, skipping sushi and ramen (easily found elsewhere), and paired it with Japanese shouchu on the rocks instead of beer or wine.
The yakitori was perfectly prepared, and we were glad to see Japanese chefs using traditional cooking methods, including smoking! Pro tip: don’t order all at once. Order yakitori in batches to enjoy it fresh and at the best temperature.
Ordering directly from the Japanese owner in Japanese made the experience even more special. He was so kind! We’ll definitely return and bring more friends next time!
Parking: Free parking available in 2 min walking distance
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Yakitori
unchanging place
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Food being too salty is not the biggest issue. They never came to ask whether we needed anything nor even filled up our water. Even worse, when you pay with card, you are automatically charged with the fees, and the server stares at you to choose from the tipping options. When you choose to pay less than the suggested amount, the server starts to show attitude right away. Didn‘t even say ’thank you’ afterwards.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
I can say it is the only authentic Japanese yakitori in bergen county. Those bad reviews are not fair to the merchant. I have visited the place two times. They are very busy and expect you make reservation and come on time. Please respect their rule.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Yellowtail Sashimi, Scallop and Chicken Momo, Yakitori, Chicken Skin & Pork Belly, Chicken Soft Bone, Fried Gizzards
Google map shows close at 10, and we made the reservation at 8:30, we arrived at 8:45, and he says it’s already closed, which he said closed at 9pm, he wasted our time for driving one hour to here. Last time my friend visited they even didn’t give a cup of water. Poor service, should never come!!! They are just being lazy and want to go home early!!!
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
We had too high expectations from the good reviews and got disappointed big time.. Food was ok but expensive for the quality & portion. The place was very dirty. Food drops on the floor, sticky table, dirty plates.... Lastly the server forgot almost 30 min to send my order to kitchen !
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
How do you order sauce flavor skewers?! I ordered skewers for pickup and ordered “Tare” flavor and emphasized Japanese sauce flavor, but still got salt flavor and soy sauce on the side… I’m so tired of this and why is treating myself with skewers causing this much stress
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Servers are so incompetent. They are way too slow and forgot our orders.
Restaurantji Recommends
WORST restaurant ever! The restaurant manager was super rude like we owed him money! We booked a table for 7 ppl but given a table for 4. They refused to change to a bigger table even though we were the ONLY guests in the restaurant at the time. AVOID PLEASE!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The octopus leg in picture one cost $13, you got to be kidding me. I had stomachache right after eating here. Go to Manhattan you would get much better value & quality Yakitori. It is so OVERPRICED for what you can get in this place.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Came in hungry, left in love. Everything was delicious, yakitori was on point and Hakata tonkatsu ramen was a blast.Make a reservation to guarantee you a seat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always a great experience!
Should get a Michelin star.
Vegetarian options: Agedashi Tofu, Mushrooms,Veggies, French Fries Etc
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Wings, Scallop and Chicken Momo, Agedashi Tofu, Yakitori, Fried Baby Octopus, Beef
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