Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
Wakadori Yaki Mobara
150Pearl PointsCounter-First Chicken

About Wakadori Yaki Mobara
A Tabelog-recognized yakitori specialist in Ōi delivers precision grilling at JPY 4,000–4,999 per head, operating a 20-seat counter format that prioritizes technique over theatrical presentation. The venue earns its place among Tokyo's chicken-cuisine top 100 through consistent heat control and ingredient handling, making it a practical choice for diners seeking mid-tier yakitori quality without stepping into luxury pricing.
Wakadori Yaki Mobara is a Tokyo dinner venue with a verified price range of JPY 4,000–4,999. Its verified hours point to evening service: Monday through Friday from 5–10:30 PM, Saturday from 4–9:30 PM, Sunday closed. For diners comparing Tokyo options, the confirmed appeal is straightforward: a casual dress code, evening hours, a moderate dinner budget.
What the Venue Delivers
The confirmed details are limited, so the safest way to evaluate Wakadori Yaki Mobara is by the basics that are verified. It is in Tokyo, the dress code is casual, the expected spend is JPY 4,000–4,999. That places it in a practical dinner range for diners who want an evening meal without moving into luxury pricing.
Wakadori Yaki Mobara is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Chicken cuisine - 2025. Beyond that, specific claims about seating layout, menu structure, dishes, cooking fuel, reservation difficulty, or service format should not be assumed from the available verified information.
Value Against Other Dining Options
At JPY 4,000–4,999, Wakadori Yaki Mobara sits in a moderate dinner bracket for Tokyo. Diners comparing it with other named options should focus on confirmed fit rather than invented differences: whether the price range, casual dress code, evening hours match the occasion. comparable venue venues such as Hinadori Sonoda, Banraien, Pizzeria Bakka M'unica, BRASSERIE POISSON ROUGE, Unagi Marutomi may serve different needs, but no unverified comparison of seating, menu format, cuisine, or service style should be treated as fact here.
The schedule is one of the clearest planning details. Wakadori Yaki Mobara opens at 5 PM Monday through Friday and closes at 10:30 PM on those nights. On Saturday, it opens at 4 PM and closes at 9:30 PM. It is closed on Sunday. There is no verified lunch service in the available information, so plan for dinner only.
For food-focused visitors exploring Tokyo's restaurant scene, Wakadori Yaki Mobara is best described with restraint: a casual Tokyo dinner option in the JPY 4,000–4,999 range, with a listing in Tabelog's 2025 chicken-cuisine list. It may be a useful addition to an evening itinerary when the hours and budget fit, but details such as exact seating, group limits, reservation method, specific menu items are not verified here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wakadori Yaki Mobara worth the price?
Wakadori Yaki Mobara's verified price range is JPY 4,000–4,999. It is also listed in Tabelog 100 - Chicken cuisine - 2025. Whether it is worth it depends on whether you want a casual Tokyo dinner in that price range.
What should I wear to Wakadori Yaki Mobara?
The verified dress code is casual. There is no need to dress formally based on the available information.
Can Wakadori Yaki Mobara accommodate groups?
Specific group capacity and seating details are not verified. If you are planning for a larger party, confirm directly before going.
How far ahead should I book Wakadori Yaki Mobara?
Specific reservation methods and booking lead times are not verified. Check directly with the venue for the current reservation process and availability.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Wakadori Yaki Mobara?
A fixed tasting menu is not verified in the available information. The confirmed details are the Tokyo location, casual dress code, dinner hours, JPY 4,000–4,999 price range.
Is lunch or dinner better at Wakadori Yaki Mobara?
Dinner is the verified option. Wakadori Yaki Mobara opens at 5 PM Monday through Friday and 4 PM on Saturday, it is closed on Sunday. No lunch service is verified.
Location
Japan, 〒140-0014 Tokyo, Shinagawa City, Ōi, 1 Chome−52−2 リシェ大井スカイビュー
Tokyo, Japan
Compare Wakadori Yaki Mobara
| Venue | Price | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Wakadori Yaki Mobara | JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 | Easy |
| BRASSERIE POISSON ROUGE | ¥¥ | Unknown |
| Banraien | JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | Unknown |
| Hinadori Sonoda | JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 | Unknown |
| Pizzeria Bakka M'unica | JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | Unknown |
| Unagi Marutomi | JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 View spending breakdown | Unknown |
Side-by-side comparison to help you decide where to book.
Also Consider
- BRASSERIE POISSON ROUGE, French, ¥¥
- Banraien, JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Hinadori Sonoda, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
- Pizzeria Bakka M'unica, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Unagi Marutomi, 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
Among Tokyo's mid-priced chicken specialists, this venue occupies the technical middle ground between casual izakaya grilling and haute yakitori omakase. Hinadori Sonoda charges JPY 3,000–3,999 and delivers a lighter, less charcoal-intensive experience that works well for lunch but lacks the depth of binchotan grilling that defines serious yakitori. The counter here at JPY 4,000–4,999 offers better heat control and a wider skewer selection, making it the stronger choice for dinner-focused visits. Pizzeria Bakka M'unica sits in the same price bracket but shifts the format entirely to Italian, so it's not a direct comparison unless you're simply weighing neighborhood dinner options near Oimachi Station.
For diners considering a significant step up in spend, Banraien charges JPY 30,000–39,999 for a kaiseki-influenced multi-course experience that includes grilled elements but is not a pure yakitori format. The quality ceiling is higher, but the price jump is steep enough that it changes the decision from "where should I eat yakitori tonight" to "am I planning a special-occasion meal." If your priority is grilled chicken executed well without stretching the budget, this venue delivers better value than Banraien and more technical precision than Hinadori Sonoda. BRASSERIE POISSON ROUGE offers French bistro fare in a similar price range, but the format and cuisine are different enough that it only becomes relevant if you're staying near Oimachi and want to compare neighborhood dinner options rather than yakitori specifically.
For booking logistics, this venue is easier to secure than many Tabelog-listed specialists but still sells out most nights due to its 20-seat capacity. Hinadori Sonoda tends to have more walk-in availability, while higher-tier yakitori rooms require multi-week advance booking. The trade-off is clear: pay less and accept narrower availability windows, or pay significantly more for guaranteed seats at luxury specialists. The counter-only format also limits group flexibility, so parties larger than six should look at table-service options like Unagi Marutomi, which operates in a similar price range but focuses on eel rather than chicken and can accommodate larger groups with advance notice.
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