Drive-in Tori Imari ten
Otsubocho, Imari, Imari
Restaurant in Imari, Japan
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
High-volume yakiniku and yakitori specialist in Imari, named to Tabelog's 2025 Yakiniku WEST 100. Lunch runs under JPY 999 for chicken-rice bowls; dinner reaches JPY 2,999 for tableside grilling. Best for car-traveling groups seeking casual grilled chicken in private kotatsu rooms, not for refined yakiniku technique or intimate counter service.
About Drive-in Tori Imari ten
Drive-in Tori Imari ten is a casual venue in Imari with pricing listed at JPY 999 and JPY 2,000–2,999. It is also listed in Tabelog's 2025 Yakiniku WEST 100. The public details are limited, so this guide focuses on what can be stated with confidence: the price range, casual dress code, Imari location, weekly hours, and the confirmed recognition.
Hours and Price Basics
The hours show Drive-in Tori Imari ten open from 11 AM to 10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with Wednesday closed. The price information includes JPY 999 and JPY 2,000–2,999.
The dress code is casual and the venue operates in Imari.
What You're Paying For (and What's Missing)
Drive-in Tori Imari ten has Tabelog 2025 Yakiniku WEST 100 recognition. Keep expectations grounded: this is a casual Imari venue with pricing in the JPY 999 and JPY 2,000–2,999 bands.
For comparison planning, Yamaguchi Okonomiya is another named venue users may consider, while other dining in Imari can be compared more generally.
Quick reference: Imari • Casual dress code • price information includes JPY 999 and JPY 2,000–2,999 • Hours: 11 AM–10 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday • Closed Wednesday • Listed in Tabelog 2025 Yakiniku WEST 100.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11 AM–10 PM · Tuesday: 11 AM–10 PM
- Location
- 1384-2 Otsubocho, Imari, Saga 848-0021, Japan
- Website
- drivein-tori.jp
- Phone
- +81 955-23-0667
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Drive-in Tori Imari ten presents as a straightforward, chicken-focused izakaya and yakiniku spot. The menu emphasis on yakitori and tori meshi frames it as an informal place centered on grilled chicken and shared plates. Smoking is allowed and private rooms are available, creating a practical, no-frills atmosphere for groups. Drive-in Tori Imari ten prioritizes familiar comfort-focused dishes.
Best For
This venue is best for casual evening outings and group dinners where shared grilled items and skewers are the draw. The explicit availability of private rooms makes it a sensible pick for small groups or gatherings that want some privacy while dining izakaya-style. Because the menu centers on yakitori, tori meshi and grilled preparations, it fits well as a dinner destination rather than a breakfast or lunch spot. Note that smoking is allowed, which may influence its suitability for diners seeking a smoke-free environment.
Ordering Tips
Follow the venue’s suggested sequence: start with yakitori, move to tori meshi, then enjoy a salad; the listing even outlines that order ("Yaki Tori First, Tori Meshi Second, Salad Third"). The place positions itself around chicken-forward dishes, so prioritize a variety of skewers and chicken rice preparations to get the full experience. If you’re visiting with a group, consider booking a private room. Be aware the restaurant allows smoking.
Venue details
Ambiance
Bustling, family-friendly roadside grill with simple classic interiors, lively BGM and the feel of a local institution rather than a formal restaurant.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Set menu, Family style
- Drinks Focus
- Beer, Sake, Soft drinks
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
Signature Dishes
- Ichiban Teishoku set
- Tori-meshi (chicken rice)
- Grilled fresh chicken with secret sauce
- Imari beef loin
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1384-2 Otsubocho, Imari, Saga 848-0021, Japan
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–10 PM
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Kate cuore, Italian, Italian
- Restaurant Chimney, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown
- Lion, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 View spending breakdown
- Yamaguchi Okonomiya, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown, - JPY 999 - JPY 999 View spending breakdown
- Tanokyu, Ramen, Ramen
Restaurant context
Drive-in Tori Imari ten sits at the budget end of Imari's dining spectrum, prioritizing capacity and convenience over culinary polish. At JPY 1,000–2,999, it undercuts Restaurant Chimney (JPY 3,000–3,999) by a tier, though Chimney offers a quieter, more modern dining room without the smoke. Lion (JPY 6,000–7,999) doubles the spend but delivers better beef cuts and a more wine-and-sake program. For pure value, Yamaguchi Okonomiya matches Drive-in Tori's sub-JPY 1,000 lunch tier with okonomiyaki instead of grilled chicken, a better pick if you're dining solo and don't need the parking lot or group rooms.
Drive-in Tori's 300-seat capacity and 60-car lot make it the easiest booking in Imari for groups of six or more; Kate cuore offers Italian in a smaller, more intimate space but can't accommodate large parties on short notice. If you're driving through Saga and need a quick, affordable stop with guaranteed seating, Drive-in Tori delivers. If you're planning a special occasion or prefer a smoke-free, card-accepting venue, look to Restaurant Chimney or Lion instead.
For a fuller picture of Imari's dining options across price tiers and cuisines, browse our full Imari restaurants guide. Visitors exploring the broader region can also check －Grilled beef Sukiyaki－ KAMAKURA TANUKIAN 鎌倉 たぬき庵 in Kamakura or . 鮪と炭火焼き うお炭 秋葉原店 in Tokyo for higher-end grilled options in neighboring cities.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Drive-in Tori Imari ten?
Other named venues users may consider include Kate cuore, Lion, Restaurant Chimney, Tanokyu, and Yamaguchi Okonomiya, along with other dining in Imari generally.
What should a first-timer know about Drive-in Tori Imari ten?
First-timers should know the confirmed basics: Drive-in Tori Imari ten is in Imari, the dress code is casual, price information includes JPY 999 and JPY 2,000–2,999, and the venue is closed on Wednesday. It is open 11 AM–10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Is Drive-in Tori Imari ten good for a special occasion?
The dress code is casual, and the confirmed price information includes JPY 999 and JPY 2,000–2,999.
