torisawa
Meguro, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
Dress
Casual
Why go
A Tabelog 100 yakitori counter in Nakameguro with 11 seats and stop-service omakase from JPY 10,000–14,999. Seasonal poultry rotations and dual-seating nightly make it a reliable mid-tier grilled-chicken option; best for solo diners or pairs who prefer charcoal-focused pacing over à la carte flexibility.
About torisawa
For torisawa in Tokyo, the clearest signals are its price band and outside recognition. The price range is JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, the venue is included in the Tabelog 100 - Yakitori - EAST - 2025 list.
Other planning details should be confirmed directly rather than assumed. Current details on the meal format, seating layout, service structure, drink program, accommodation of special requests should be checked before you book. Value depends on whether the price range and recognition match what you want from a Tokyo restaurant visit.
The Dining Format and Reservation Structure
Plan around the venue’s current rules rather than fixed assumptions about layout, seating times, party-size limits, or ordering format. Confirm those details directly before arranging the rest of your plans.
The dress code is casual. Even with a casual dress code, it is sensible to treat the visit as a planned Tokyo meal and confirm timing and policies in advance.
Comparing Tokyo Dining Options
In Tokyo, torisawa can be compared with other dining choices by price, recognition, the kind of meal you want. Options such as Oniyanma Nakameguro ten, Criollo Nakameguro ten, Na Camo guro offer alternatives, while torisawa’s appeal is tied to its JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 price range and its place on the Tabelog 100 - Yakitori - EAST - 2025 list.
Ask the venue what is currently available and how drinks affect the final bill if that matters to your budget or experience.
Visit timing depends on your plans and the venue’s current availability. If your dates are fixed, confirm the latest booking details directly before building a Tokyo itinerary around the meal.
Within Tokyo’s dining landscape, torisawa’s Tabelog 100 - Yakitori - EAST - 2025 selection is a recognition signal. It should be read as outside recognition for the venue, not as a guarantee of a particular format, seat count, menu, or style of service.
Dietary restrictions and customization should be discussed before booking. Ask about allergy policies, substitution options, how flexible the kitchen can be for special requests.
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Planning details
- Location
- 東京都目黒区上目黒1-5-13 メゾン中目黒 1F
- Website
- lit.link/torisawa
- Phone
- +815031334994
Venue details
Ambiance
An intimate counter-centric yakitori setting with the glow of binchotan charcoal, creating a warm, slightly smoky atmosphere that feels cozy yet lively as skewers are grilled to order.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- sasami (chicken breast) skewer
- chigimo / liver skewer
- sabiyaki (rare chicken breast with wasabi)
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Criollo Nakameguro ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- Wagyumafia The Cutlet Sandwich, Notable alternative
- Na Camo guro, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- Oniyanma Nakameguro ten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- JOHANN Honten, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
Restaurant context
Torisawa sits in the JPY 10,000–14,999 bracket before service charges, positioning it above casual Nakameguro stops but below the neighborhood's higher-end tasting venues. Criollo Nakameguro ten operates at the budget end (JPY 1,000–1,999) with chocolate-focused café fare, while Oniyanma Nakameguro ten delivers quick udon under JPY 1,000. Neither offers the counter-omakase structure or Tabelog 100 pedigree, so the comparison only holds if you're weighing neighborhood convenience against format. For a closer peer, Na Camo guro charges JPY 8,000–9,999 at dinner but leans Italian rather than yakitori-focused, making it the better pick if you want flexibility in cuisine type but less suited if grilled chicken is the goal.
Booking difficulty is moderate across the set: torisawa requires two to three weeks' advance notice for prime slots, while Criollo and Oniyanma accept walk-ins most days. Wagyumafia The Cutlet Sandwich and JOHANN Honten (under JPY 999) offer faster turnover but no seated omakase option. If you want the yakitori format with minimal planning, torisawa's dual-seating structure (17:30 and 20:30) opens more slots than single-seating competitors, though the stop-service omakase removes the à la carte freedom some diners prefer. For splurge-worthy yakitori, torisawa justifies the spend if you value seasonal rotation and Tabelog recognition; for better value in the same neighborhood, Na Camo guro offers broader menu choice at a slightly lower bill, though it sacrifices the grilled-chicken specialization that defines torisawa's appeal.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does torisawa handle dietary restrictions?
Confirm directly with the venue before booking if you have allergies or dietary restrictions. Ask about how flexible the kitchen can be for special requests.
What should I order at torisawa?
How far ahead should I book torisawa?
Is the tasting menu worth it at torisawa?
Is torisawa worth the price?
torisawa’s price range is JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, it is included in the Tabelog 100 - Yakitori - EAST - 2025 list. Whether it is worth it depends on your budget and what the venue is currently offering. For a different Tokyo option, Oniyanma Nakameguro ten is another venue to consider.
What should a first-timer know about torisawa?
The dress code is casual, the price range is JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, a recognition signal is its Tabelog 100 - Yakitori - EAST - 2025 inclusion. Confirm policies, timing, menu format, any special requests directly before your visit.
