The wagyu beef is excellent! No frills place but very good food.
It was full when we came but the staff was very accomodating. All I can say about the food and service, 2 words.. The Best! ��
A place that focuses on yakimono, and I think it delivers quite well in that regard. Their Angus belly and butabara skewers were pretty good, as was the mushrooms wrapped in bacon. You have to make sure to eat the skewers as they come out when they're nice and hot because they won't nearly be as good if you let them sit. Their spicy salmon and spicy tuna sashimi were both okay. We also had their grilled oysters, but it wasn't too good for me. Their sushi rolls are okay, but kind of hard to eat in one bite with their size.
Tried ToriTori for the first time.
1. USDA Angus Rib Eye Set @ Php 300 per 100grams - and guess what, only 400grams was available. We still got it just to try. This came with one cup of rice and 1small cup of cabbage + tomato + sesame dressing. We requested medium rare but I don't think this was medium rare. Beef was tender though. Kinda felt sad coz we can get better steak at that price. Bye money 💸💸💸 2. Kushiyaki - I think it's cheap here and taste was so-so. A bit overcooked for me and dry. Regretted that I ordered a lot of sticks when we already got the steak. Too much grilled meat 😭
a. Angus Belly - Php 65 per stick
b. Bacon quail egg - 60 per stick
c. Bacon enoki - Php 65 per stick
3. Grilled salmon skin @ Php 90 per serving - loved that you'll still get salmon meat attached to the skin 👍👍👍 4. Tuna sashimi @ Php 280 per serving - that was probably 5-6 thick slices of tuna and it was so refreshing for me after ordering all thos grilled stuff from earlier.
Overall, I'd give this store ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Servers were attentive, place was clean, drinks were cold, food were good and I believe price was reasonable of course except the steak at 400grams. I think I'll be really happy if a 100grams steak was available 😅
Tori-tori is located along wilson st. and most of the time (atleast when we eat here) there is always a wait as the place is always packed with people. The vibe here is like a Japanese Izakaya and the food is really good. You may want to ask for some yakitori sauce to add more flavor to the grilled stuff you ordered. The service may sometimes be slow and the staff would sometimes forget what you ordered but seeing how busy this place is, it is understandable. Maybe they could have a little bit more staff for the weekends to ease the load on their other staff.
I’ll keep it short. Favorite restaurant.
At tori tori, go for the kushiyaki, it's their namesake, the house special and the best in taste and value.
Oh, and don't forget to get the shishamo.
I never was a fan of yakitoris, until I discovered this place. They’re one of my go-to’s for quick Jap food, since I’m often around GH and they serve other good dishes aside from yakitoris.
Their wagyu cubes are my fave, doesn’t taste like spam! Others of my top picks for yakitori are their angus belly and scallops. They have two sauces, which complements all their sticks (mix them both for the perfect yakitori experience 😁). I always get their Inaris, too (either wagyu or angus belly—both delicious!). For maki, dragon roll is my top choice. Sashimis are also fresh and served in thick cuts. Serving quantity is just right for the price. They’re very affordable actually.
Only downside is the place. They could get cramped up especially dinner time, with limited parking space and seating (that’s why I usually visit them either later at night 8:30+ or in the afternoon). Still, they’re a must-visit and the best yakitori place there is. ❤️
Hidden in the heart of San Juan is Tori Tori Kushiyaki Bar. Upon entering you would immediately be transported to the world of late night Japan where people have snacks and drink.
As the name suggests, the star is the kushiyaki --- pork, wagyu, poultry, innards and vegetables skewered and grilled to perfection. It ranges from wagyu cubes to chicken liver and heart, for about 50-100pesos. There seems to be a light glaze, which is not overwhelming that the natural flavor of the meat or vegetable is drowned or lost. These are served with either garlic mayo or spicy mayo and perfect with cold beer or a steaming bowl of rise.
Aside from the yakitoris, one dish which we were pleasantly surprised with is the grilled salmon skin. The salmon skin was served grilled glazed with a bit of their yakitori sauce, with just the right amount of meat and fat attached to it. Definitely a great pulutan for your night outs drinking.
Theh also offer the usual sushi, sashimi, makis and donburis-- giving you almost the whole japanese food experience. Whether you just want a light snack, a filling meal, or a night out drinking, this place will definitely not disappoint.
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This resto was a revalation! Absolutely enjoyed their food and their menu is reasonably priced without compromising quality. I didn’t mind the small space or the waiting time because I think it adds to the charm and ambiance similar to Izakayas in Japan. Best enjoyed with friends over beer! Definitely coming back.
Such a chill Yakitori place! I loved their Wagyu Cubes; it's quite similar to Little Tokyo's!! 😭💖 If you're saving up, their Bacon Egg Rice is perfect for yah!
Absolutely love it here. Simple, mura, masarap, rak. Generous servings which makes it affordable. It's not like other yakitori and Japanese places I've been to where you end up thinking the orders just aren't worth your buck. Everything I tried I'll order again plus will order things I haven't tried. Servers are candid and kind and attentive too! Interiors are also nice, cozy and laid-back and not intimidating. Makes it fun to stay and keep munching on whatever they're serving :)
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