I think I just found NYC's Best Skewers! Every bite hits differently--smoky, tender, unforgettable. And the menu doesn't stop there... ramen, mentaiko udon, donburi. Mentaiko udon is a must-try! And don't miss out on the dessert Coppa Pistachio! I would come back just for that! Follow me @foodie.elite on IG and Tiktok for more great finds! read more

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I understand that Torizaku is known for their yakitori, but my friend and I were not feeling it, so we ordered the: Drum Wing ($5) - This was a fried chicken wing (drumstick portion) that was stuffed with shrimp, laying on tartar sauce. The chicken was dry, the chicken-shimp combination didn't really work together, and I don't understand why they used tartar sauce to complement this appetizer. Miso Ramen ($16) - Included spinach, bean sprouts, corn, ramen egg, and chashu pork. Overall the noodle texture was al dente, but the broth was mild. Pork was dry, and I've never had a marinated egg that had an overwhelming alcohol flavor. Mentaiko Udon ($14) - This was a creamy cod roe udon. It had a mild flavor and I added a decent amount of the Japanese red pepper flakes on the table to add flavor. It was just okay. I agree with other reviews regarding mediocre service. I don't really mind not getting service, or any check ins from the wait staff, but don't expect me to give you much of a tip... It's a little uncomfortable to have the waiter stare at you while paying... There were 2 unisex bathrooms in the back. Restaurant was clean and spacious. read more

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I was skeptical because I was like since when is WV known for its authentic Japanese food? The space is big and the service was kind and I gotta say, the flavors were hitting - I was pleasantly surprised and would definitely consider coming back next time I'm wanting to plan a yakitori dinner. The chicken thigh was juicy, the meatballs were surpisingly good - whichever one has the chicken thigh with scallion was SOOO good! The chicken meat had a thinnnn crispy skin layer that was divine and added a lot of texture to the skewer which was very welcome. The bacon wrapped ones were also good and the steak was another highlight. You really can't go wrong but you MUST get the chicken with scallion one and maybe the meatball and steak one. The steak was so tender. Sitting at the bar is cute, too, and it's not hard to get reservations right now! read more

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Everything I got here is so delicious, especially the skewers. Definitely a bit on the pricey side but totally worth it. Even the chicken skewers were cooked to perfection and very tender. I love that you're able to personalize each skewer and choose either salt or sauce for the seasoning. There were so many options just for chicken alone, so it was a bit overwhelming. My favorites were the pork belly and wagyu skewers, as well as the mentaiko zucchini which was an insane flavor bomb! Loved their bento boxes too, it was a reasonable price and a pretty decent portion. The only thing I wasn't too big a fan of was the chicken lollipop which was stuffed with shrimp. I couldn't taste the shrimp flavor too much in that. The karaage chicken was so crispy and juicy and had a really nice ginger taste to it. So excited to come back with more people and try more of their skewers. The service was pretty good too as our waitress was very attentive, but it did take a little bit for the yakitori to cook. I love the decor of the place as it was very Japanese style with countertop seating. read more

Torizaku - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

In general food came across as salty Japanese restaurant with kpop music and ethnic workers; a bit dusty water jug/cup Went around 0730 pm. Restaurant was about 1/3 occupied. 2 waitresses working. A little bit of wait initially to order but food came pretty quickly after ordering. Donkotsu ramen- wish the broth was richer and chashu fattier. The egg was cooked well and had a sake flavor to it Soyu - similar to donkotsu in what's in it but tasted better; I think the spicy in donkotsu ramen took away from the richness where spicy in soyu didn't detract; salty Chicken oyster - bite sized two chicken meatballs , salty Wagyu finger meat - not sure of Wagyu quality but good tasting meaty beef, leans a little salty Asparagus - fair read more

Torizaku - Donkotsu ramen - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

I stopped into this restaurant to get lunch. When I arrived I parked on the street nearby. I walked into a cozy restaurant! I was served by Sony and she was great! I ordered: -Sake - Miso Soup - Drum Wing (Chicken/shrimp) - Chicken Meatball/Wagyu Short Rib Yakitori - Grilled Hamachi (Yellowtail) - Gyu Don Beef - Creamy Udon The Yellowtail was definitely my favorite! The miso wasn't to bad! All in all a good experience! read more

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Found my new favorite izakaya in the West Village! I was hesitant at first when I saw some negative reviews, but my dining experience was really pleasant. They serve up 30+ kinds of skewers starting at just $4! The space is bright, open, and comfortable, where you can actually enjoy yakitori without walking out smelling like smoke in your hair or clothes. The menu covers a wide range of chicken, pork, beef, and veggie skewers, plus a solid lineup of appetizers, entrées (shoutout to the mentai udon!!), and a great beverage selection. It took some time for them to serve all the skewers, but we kept having some food on our table. The servers were friendly and answered our questions patiently. My favorite skewers: - Pork Jowl $8 - juicy with the perfect balance of fat and char. - Short Rib $11 - tender nd full of beefy flavor. - Pork Belly w Asparagus $8 - crispy edges with freshness from the asparagus. - Zucchini w Mentai Mayo $4.5 - juicy zucchini topped with mentai mayo (I should've got more). - Chicken Meatball $6 - delicious, I only wished it could come with raw egg yolk for dipping. ＊Ume-Infused Cherry Tomato $8 Seriously so addicting! The juicy tomatoes were soaked in a tangy pickled plum sauce. It tastes super refreshing and helps cut off the greasiness. Will totally order this again. ＊Creamy Cod Roe Udon $14 ＊Gyudon $16 Both were served with a raw egg yolk, and honestly I couldn't decide which one I liked more. The portions were generous too, definitely enough to leave you feeling full! ＊Grilled Mackerel $14 The mackerel had charred, crispy skin, while the meat stayed tender. We were already full by the end but still cleaned the whole plate. read more

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This new izakaya spot reallyimpressed me! The flavors of the salt seasoning and tare sauce on the chicken, meat, and pork skewers was so good. Torizaku also offers a variety of classic Japanese appetizers that are perfect tapa sizes to share with the table. This is everything my friend and I got: Strawberry Ume * Pork Gyoza * Takoyaki * Seaweed Salad * Drum Wing * Chicken Karaage * Squid Karaage * Miso Soup * Wing * Chicken Meatball * Thigh * Thigh with Scallion * Thigh with Yuzu Kosho * Breast * Breast with Scallion * Enoki with Pork Belly * Beef Short Rib * Beef * Gyu Don *Creamy Cod Roe Udon You have to try the creamy udon. It reminded me so much of a carbonara spaghetti but with an Asian twist. It was so addicting. Service and atmosphere was equally a 10/10! read more

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Before going to watch a show with my family we decided to dine here at Torizaku because my mom had heard great things about the restaurant. I didn't know what to expect because my first impression of the restaurant was that hey only seemed to have skewers but I was wrong when coming in. I got a Ramune with my meal which as pretty fun to film especially since my parents have never seen one. I ordered the noodle dish as my entree and I had the squid karaage. I also got to try some of the skewers that my parents had ordered as their starter and entree. We also got a salad to share with ginger dressing. The squid karaage was delicious, it wasn't too rubbery and it was crunchy, and the perfect golden brown. My parents also loved their gyoza as well. My noodle dish was cooked well too. I enjoyed the flavors of the sauce and fresh vegetables on top. I also want to point out how fast our service was, how kind the people were that had served us that night, and how great the prices were on the menu. The restaurant is close to NYU so they have reasonable prices. I could see a lot of young college and grad school students enjoying their time at the restaurant. Overall my dining experience had exceeded my expectations and I know that I would love to come back to enjoy and try other items on the menu. read more

Been here in person before, it was pretty good. Ordered a delivery today, the rice is raw, and the grill is extremely salty. I wonder what kind of chief could make this combination? read more

Torizaku - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Such a great find in the West Village! The mentaiko udon is a must -- huge portion, super creamy, and the noodles are amazing. The grilled saba was also incredible and way bigger than expected for the price. Solid yakitori, good drinks, friendly service. Affordable and delicious... definitely coming back! read more

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Came here for dinner with some friends. The food was overall delicious I especially enjoyed the chicken thigh with scallion skewers. The interior is clean and well decorated. The service left much to be desired however. It took greater than 1h30mins for certain skewers to come out. Unfortunately, we had to leave before all the food came out since we were running late for another reservation. We asked for it to be packed in a to go box and yet again, they got the order wrong. The experience was regrettable since the food was so good. read more

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The skewers here are literally absolutely delicious . I think we tried about 10-12 flavors and not one of them were nasty . They were helpful and explained things i didn't quite understand which was great . I love to learn new things . It's nice and cozy and i love all the art and decor ! I can't wait to go back for happy hour and eat more skewers . I also got to try mochi ice cream for the first time which was an interesting experience read more

Torizaku - The drinks were cute and yummy . - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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Hidden gem next to two of the most outrageously popular restaurants in the West Village. Reasonable prices, fast service, broad menu.

Every resturuant on Bleecker street was packed and full. Torizaku was empty when we arrived. It seemed like a relatively new place so we decided to give it a try. Here's what we tried: -Unagi Udon- (9/10 ~I love it, it was really yummy) -Chicken Karaage (8-9/10 ~the sauce paired with the chicken was really good) -Shrimp Tempura (7-8/10 ~nothing special, but not horrible) -Ume-Infused cherry tomatoes (6/10) -Various Yakitori- personal favorite was the asparagus with pork belly -Strawberry Puree- (9/10 ~Yum!) Overall pretty good. read more

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Worth the try Clean and friendly workers. I see a lot of people saying the wait time was long for their food but mine came really fast. Food was pretty good read more

Torizaku - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

Ambiance: The space isn't large, but it feels open and comfortable, with a decent-sized bar seating area. The shop is clean, well-maintained, and has a cozy, inviting vibe. Service : I visited on a Friday night, and it was pretty busy. The skewers took a bit of time to come out since they're grilled to order but I didn't mind. The staff was friendly and attentive, checking in with us regularly. I was seated at the bar, and from a certain angle, I could watch the skewers being grilled. I couldn't resist sneaking a peek and the aroma was incredible. Food: The skewers were fantastic! I loved that they were served grilled to order. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed the heart and gizzards. Usually it is not my go-to, but they were delicious here. A standout was the drum wing and it is absolutely a must-try. It's a bit pricier than the other skewers, but totally worth it. Juicy and tender on the inside, perfectly crispy on the outside. They definitely worked some magic on that one. The creamy roe udon was another favorite. It reminded me of a creamy carbonara I had in Korea. It was rich, savory, and perfectly balanced with bacon, roe, and an egg yolk on top. Lastly, the ume-marinated cherry tomato was a refreshing surprise. It had a sweet-tangy flavor that reminded me of Chinese ginger candy. It is such a fun little bite to end the meal. read more

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A cozy meal with Torizaku If you want a japanese style meal that is conveniently located around washington square look no further than Torizaku. Of course their skewers were nothing less than delicious. They're savory and chewy and all around good. However, for me, the highlight was the creamy cod roe udon. This dish was smooth and creamy, the taste was really rich and the overall serving was very filling. I was able to pair this dish with the ume strawberry fizz which cut back on the delicacy of the noodles to offer a contrast of some subtle sour but really sweet notes of strawberry. Really good combo! read more

Torizaku - creamy cod roe udon - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

My friends and I had an incredible time at Torizaku this week, starting with the hospitality!! When I tell you their servers and staff are some of the nicest people, I mean it. The space is super cute and feels very intimate and cozy. The menu has a lot of items on it that you'll want to try, so I recommend going here really hungry and even with several people, so you all can share and try everything, the way my friends and I did. Some of my favorite dishes were the mentaiko udon (creamy, delicious noodles and a table favorite - A MUST-ORDER), the seaweed salad (sooo flavorful and delish) the ume-infused cherry tomatoes (don't sleep on these, they're so refreshing), the grilled fish was made perfectly, the gyoza and the fried chicken (I beg of you, ORDER THIS). I know it sounds silly, but the fried chicken is PERFECTION and should NOT be missed! Sooo good we ordered like three rounds of them lol. I also really loved the French wine on the menu (can't remember the name of it, but they'll know it if you ask them). It was crisp, refreshing and delightful! I highly recommend this lovely place and honestly, if you just order my recommendations you'll be full and so pleased! I can't wait to return! read more

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BEST FOOD. Recently visited this restaurant and I was blown away. Started with the seaweed salad and it was unreal - I knew what to come was even better. I tried the creamy cod roe udon and I'm OBSESSED. Been thinking about it ever since. read more

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Excellent ramen and a good variety of tasty skewers. Service was attentive, friendly and polite. Food delivery was well-paced, my meal was not rushed, even at a busy time. Cute decor, and not too loud for a small space. read more

Very good food and good service. We order the creamy udon, but it doesn't come with the raw egg anymore. read more

Okay food. New restaurant and the decor is nice looking. A lot of small tables are available as well as a bar with seating. read more

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My partner and I arrived for dinner quite hungry around 9pm and had a mixed experience. The yakitori and other kushiyaki itself was truly some of the best we'd had anywhere outside Japan. The grilled hamachi was excellent. Based on food alone we'd happily return. However, the rest of the experience left quite a bit to be desired. Upon arrival, despite having a confirmed reservation for a counter seat, we were seated at a table and told that was all that was available (the counter was, and remained, empty the entire time). Despite advertising reservations up to 10pm, we were told by 9:30 that it was "last call" for any orders. Most of our initial order hadn't even arrived by then, and slowly trickled in over the next 30 minutes. This is for skewers that realistically take a few minutes, tops, to cook. We ended up over-ordering under the time pressure. When we asked for another drink while food was still being delivered (the "last call" had been framed as for food), we were first told it was too late before the requested drink later appeared without apology. That umeshu (plum wine) was good, but also served in a Western-style wine glass, which simply isn't right (it should be in a rocks glass). A number of items were also mysteriously and seemingly randomly not available with one of either the tare or shio seasoning options. These are seasonings typically applied as cooking, and for items where both options would traditionally be available, so this didn't make sense. The menu is written in both English and Japanese, but the staff doesn't understand even the basic Japanese names for items they serve: asking for an order of "momo" (thigh) or "tsukune" (chicken meatballs) or "negima" (chicken + scallion) resulted in blank faces. This is like going to a sushi place and staff not knowing what "toro" or "uni" is, and reflects the seemingly poor overall training/quality of the staff. Finally, the value proposition was also very poor: the bacon and asparagus skewers, for example, contained two tiny pieces each for $8. In total, we spent close to $200 for a meal for two that would've cost $50 in Japan and $100 most places in the US. I'd love to say we'll be back because the skewers were legitimately great, but I don't think we will be given the service snafus and value proposition. read more

We enjoyed what food we had and would go again if in the neighborhood. Pretty looking place. Warm wood. Pleasant service.

Really unfortunate because the food here was delicious but the service was not great. Food-wise - all of the skewers were very juicy and flavorful! Our favorites were the chicken + scallion and the mushroom. The udon was also delicious! Service-wise, it seemed like a lot of tables were waiting very long times for their food to come out and had several items come out incorrectly or missing. It took 30 minutes to get water (that we had to follow up with staff for) and almost 2 hours for our full order to come out. Our final items (zucchini skewers) came 40 min after the rest of our order and we also received an incorrect item. Not sure if this was an off day but would try to come back and give it another shot! read more

Torizaku - Japanese Near Me - New York, New York

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Music is absolutely horrible, who the f wants to listen to the worst, most generic, med-high electro-house schlock while eating dinner? C'mon manager/owner, try harder, the food is decent and the staff was nice if not a bit stand off-ish ‍ read more

Incredible skewers! Loved the chicken meatball especially. Great happy hour deal, excited to come back soon

Really delicious food and super friendly service. Good vibes. Worth a visit, will definitely go back.