Izakaya Toribar
$$$ • Japanese, Tapas, Izakaya Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Izakaya Toribar
Customers' Favorites
Enoki Wrapped in Pork Belly
Tsukune Chicken Meatball
Grilled Atka Mackerel
Thigh with Yuzukosho
Chicken Meatballs
Thigh w Yuzukosho
Chicken Karaage
Grilled Squid
Agedashi Tofu
Okonomiyaki
Izakaya Toribar Reviews
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Great spot to have dinner with friends. The food is all excellent. Recommended dishes include the chicken thigh with scallion, fried chicken, chicken meatballs and purple sweet potato fries. Service is also very attentive and kind. Would recommend ordering more skewers than you think might be necessary in the first instance to avoid dribbling out skewers in batches of 1-2 thereafter, which isn’t as fun with more than 2 people.
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Absolutely worth a visit if you are...read full review
Yesterday was my first time there with friends, and it was amazing! The yakitori was so good. We ordered the chicken skin, pork jowl (highly recommended), and the kimchi pancake and more. The atmosphere was great, and we loved the attentive service from EK. We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend it to our friends!
Amazing experience, great food. Will be frequenting.
Hours
| Monday | 5PM - 12:30AM |
| Tuesday | 5PM - 12:30AM |
| Wednesday | 5PM - 12:30AM |
| Thursday | 5PM - 12:30AM |
| Friday | 5PM - 2AM |
| Saturday | 5PM - 2AM |
| Sunday | 5PM - 12:30AM |
Izakaya Toribar is a popular spot for yakitori enthusiasts, located in Midtown East. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes, including zucchini, eggplant, chicken breast, chicken hearts, and meat skewers, as well as cucumber salad, kimchi, and edamame. The atmosphere is cozy and intimate, making it perfect for a casual dinner or a chill night out with friends. The service is friendly and attentive, with staff willing to explain the menu options and help guests order. While the restaurant can get busy at night, the wait is usually manageable, and service remains quick even during peak hours.
The menu features a range of options, including fried dishes, but traditional grilled yakitori is a highlight. The yakitori, especially the grilled chicken thighs, pork belly-wrapped asparagus, and scallop kushikatsu, is highly praised and considered some of the best outside Japan. Guests appreciate being able to choose between salt or tare for seasoning, showing the care that goes into the food. The karaage is very crispy and served classic with kewpie mayo and lemon, which pairs well with smoky flavors.
The drink selection is excellent, featuring sake, Japanese beer, and cocktails that complement the skewers. Small plates like sesame tofu salad and okonomiyaki are also flavorful and comforting. The bar is nicely decorated, and the lively atmosphere, enhanced by an open kitchen, adds to the overall experience. Extra lemon wedges are recommended to enhance the flavors. Reservations can be made easily via email, making it a great place for families and groups. Overall, Izakaya Toribar offers a fantastic night out with delicious food and attentive service.