Toriyaki Sasaya
Meguro, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Dress
Casual
Why go
A 28-seat Meguro yakitori specialist earning five consecutive Tabelog 100 nods (2021–2025) for whole-bird grilling over binchotan charcoal. Counter seats offer the clearest view of rare cuts and precise timing; expect JPY 10,000–14,999 per head with drinks, reservations two to three weeks out, and a sake-shochu-wine list deeper than most grill-focused spots.
About Toriyaki Sasaya
Toriyaki Sasaya is a Tokyo dining option with a price range of JPY 6,000–7,999 and evening hours from Monday through Saturday. It is listed in Tabelog 100 - Yakitori - EAST - 2025, and the dress code is casual.
Toriyaki Sasaya is in Tokyo, the listed price range is JPY 6,000–7,999, and service hours are 5:30–11 PM Monday through Saturday. The venue is closed on Sunday. The dress code is casual.
Seat counts, room types, booking windows, menu format, beverage details, payment methods, take-out, delivery, and a specific address are not available. These details should be confirmed directly before planning around them.
Planning a Visit
For a first visit, plan around dinner hours: 5:30–11 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Sunday is closed. The price range is JPY 6,000–7,999.
Compared with Thai Mimotto, Tonki, Savoy Pizza, and gentille, Toriyaki Sasaya should be considered based on its features: Tokyo location, JPY 6,000–7,999 price range, casual dress code, evening-only listed hours, and inclusion in Tabelog 100 - Yakitori - EAST - 2025. For further Tokyo dining options, explore our full Tokyo restaurants guide, or browse our full Tokyo bars guide and our full Tokyo hotels guide for a complete visit blueprint.
Before going, confirm any operational details that may be missing, including reservations, seating, payment methods, menu availability, dietary accommodations, and transportation specifics. Toriyaki Sasaya is a casual Tokyo venue open for evening service Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closed.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒153-0063 Tokyo, Meguro City, Meguro, 1 Chome−24−6 室井ビル １階
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1316/A131601/13045529
- Phone
- +81 3-5719-7627
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Toriyaki Sasaya reads like a focused, traditional yakitori izakaya in Meguro, centering on grilled-chicken craftsmanship and a no-nonsense dining experience. The menu highlights rare cuts from a whole chicken, which frames the place as a destination for enthusiasts rather than a generic grill. The availability of private and semi-private rooms gives the restaurant an intimate, tucked-away quality suited to small groups who want a more contained, convivial meal. Overall, the tone is casual and authentic — an unpretentious neighborhood tavern with attention to a specific specialty rather than broad, trend-driven ambitions.
Best For
This spot is best for diners who prioritize focused yakitori and want to sample uncommon chicken cuts. Evening course meals cater to guests seeking a curated sequence of skewers and tastings, so it’s particularly well suited to dinner occasions and small group gatherings that appreciate a communal, course-driven format. The private and semi-private rooms make it a sensible choice for celebrations among friends, business colleagues looking for a quieter space, or anyone preferring to avoid a smoking room — the listing explicitly notes a no-smoking environment.
Ordering Tips
Reserve a course when you plan to visit: the restaurant notes that reservations are available for course meals only, and those courses are the pathway to tasting the rare cuts from a whole chicken. Use the online reservations option that the listing mentions to secure a slot, and request a private or semi-private room if you want a more intimate setting for your party. The venue is described as an izakaya-style yakitori restaurant, so expect a focused grilled-chicken program and plan to book in advance to ensure access to the specialty courses.
Venue details
Ambiance
A small, 28-seat yakitori house with counter, table, and semi-private room seating, dim and relaxed lighting, and a calm, grown-up atmosphere suited to business dinners and special occasions rather than casual drop-ins or families.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- 12 Assorted Yakitori Course
- Tsukune (chicken meatball skewer)
- Negima (chicken and leek skewer)
- Tamago Kake Gohan Course
- Soboro Rice Bowl Course
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒153-0063 Tokyo, Meguro City, Meguro, 1 Chome−24−6 室井ビル １階
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒153-0063 Tokyo, Meguro City, Meguro, 1 Chome−24−6 室井ビル １階 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Thai Mimotto, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
- リナシメント, Notable alternative
- Savoy Pizza, Japanese Pizza, Japanese Pizza
- gentille, 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
- Tonki, Tonkatsu, Tonkatsu
Restaurant context
At JPY 10,000–14,999 per head with drinks, Toriyaki Sasaya lands between casual izakaya yakitori and the omakase-only counters charging double. Thai Mimotto operates in a different league at JPY 15,000–19,999, serving Thai cuisine rather than grilled chicken, so the comparison ends at price tier. Tonki offers tonkatsu at a lower spend but lacks the charcoal technique and rare-cut repertoire. Within the yakitori category, Toriyaki Sasaya's five-year Tabelog 100 streak signals consistent execution without the fanfare of newer, trophy-hunting counters.
Savoy Pizza and gentille serve entirely different formats, pizza and casual dining, respectively, so they're better framed as alternatives for different nights rather than direct peers. If you're hunting yakitori specifically, Toriyaki Sasaya's whole-bird approach and sake-shochu-wine depth make it a stronger choice than izakaya hybrids that treat skewers as a side act. Booking difficulty remains moderate; two to three weeks ahead secures counter seats, though walk-ins occasionally land tables early in the week.
For splurge-worthy yakitori with more theater, look to omakase-only specialists charging JPY 20,000+. For easier access and lower stakes, drop into an izakaya-focused spot where skewers share the menu with small plates. Toriyaki Sasaya occupies the middle: serious technique, whole-bird sourcing, and a five-year Tabelog track record, all without the pressure of a single tasting progression. Book the counter for your first visit, then decide whether the experience warrants a return for rare cuts and bottles.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Toriyaki Sasaya?
What should a first-timer know about Toriyaki Sasaya?
Toriyaki Sasaya is in Tokyo, has a price range of JPY 6,000–7,999, and has a casual dress code. Hours are 5:30–11 PM Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closed.
Is Toriyaki Sasaya good for a special occasion?
Is lunch or dinner better at Toriyaki Sasaya?
Hours list evening service only: 5:30–11 PM Monday through Saturday. Toriyaki Sasaya is closed on Sunday, and lunch hours are not available.
What are alternatives to Toriyaki Sasaya in Tokyo?
For other Tokyo dining, consider browsing the wider Tokyo restaurant guide. Among comparisons venues, Tonki, Thai Mimotto, Savoy Pizza, and gentille are separate options to compare by price, hours, and availability.
Is Toriyaki Sasaya worth the price?
The price range is JPY 6,000–7,999. Whether it is worth it depends on your budget and interest in this Tokyo venue; it also features casual dress and inclusion in Tabelog 100 - Yakitori - EAST - 2025.
