Barbecue cuisine: the best places to taste it in San Juan

Tori Tori Kushiyaki Snack Bar

88/100 (870 ratings)

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"The wagyu beef is excellent! No frills place but very good..."

Michael Marquez

"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!..."

Alain Uy

"Loved the butabara I would suggest that you pair your food with beer for maximum..."

JR Ofilada

"Love the food, especially the Japanese scallop. I'll definitely go back and bring my..."

Shirley So Tan

"Tori Tori Kushiyaki Snack Bar. . a good quality of meat, cook in japanese style. So craving like yakitori and sushi. .I am sure i'll be back to eat..."

Jaime Jim Gulane

"Very accommodating staff and delicious food. Service with a..."

Jerome Gapasin

"Affordable and premium choice of meat grilled to perfection ..."

Eugene Co

"Wagyu! Best paired with some alcohol on the side. And the chicken is good..."

Carmichael Keane See

"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..."

Mark Philip Wu

"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..."

Jas Retardo

"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..."

Food Torpedo

"I’ll keep it short. Favorite..."

Genesis Abrigo

"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..."

Symon Chan

"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..."

Mika

"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..."

Leigh Reyes

"This resto was a revalation! Absolutely enjoyed their food and their menu is reasonably priced without compromising quality. I didn’t mind the..."

Tina Mariano Dy

"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..."

Haydee Kua

"Absolutely love it here. Simple, mura, masarap, rak. Generous servings which makes it affordable. It's not like other yakitori and Japanese places..."

Anj Heruela

"Place is a bit small and cramped but dont let that dissuade you from coming. Order these sure fire items and you will leave with a smile: butabara..."

Andrew San Juan

"Probably the best yakitori place I've been to! We ordered the special Cali Maki, Tori Tori Roll, Gyoza and several Yakitori sticks ( Wagyu, Angus,..."

Alberto Tenedero Jr.

"Sooooo good and very affordable!!! I will definitely come back with my friends so i can try other dishes!! Serving time is 15-20 minutes!..."

Louisa Reyes

"This is next level (Japanese) barbecue. I have been here twice (second time last night) and I'm still craving for it!The seafood tastes so..."

Itsybitsytincy

"Pricing is good and portions are adequate. Sauces are also complimentary to the kushiyaki and not overpowering. Meats are of good quality, and with..."

Gilbert

"If you're sick of hospital food (Pancake House, Cafe France, Seattle's Best), Tori Tori is a ~20mins walk from Cardinal SantosThe..."

Goldielyn Limsiy

"I love this small hidden japanese restaurant where they serve my favorites: sashimi, maki rolls, and yakitori sticks! And oh, I love their sauces...."

Purple Apple

"A bit pricey, but the food is really good. We ordered the chirashi don, japanese scallops, wagyu, tori tori roll, and salmon skin. All of the items..."

Isay Macasinag

"Hi,Something to note on my visit tonight 11/11/2018.. The food, ambience and overall experience of the restaurant was 5 stars as..."

Exruina

"A place so hidden that everybody else seems to only know it as “that intersection in Wilson with the ShareTea”. Food was excellently grilled and..."

Edward John Aguilar

"The kushiyaki options were great, as expected. What surprised me was how fresh their spicy tuna sashimi and uni were. Not a hint of awkward fishy..."

Nina

"Actual rating: 4.5One of the best yakitori places I have ever tried. The -0.5 deduction is due to the maki that I really didn’t enjoy...."

Jesse Lui

"Kushiyaki for dinner 🍢 (From L-R) Chicken Thigh (P45), Japanese Wagyu (P125), Bacon Enoki (P65) 🐔🐮🐷 #foodisbaeph—-Rating:..."

Lowell Esponilla

"Salmon sashimi is really fresh and slice is big. Wagyu cubes is tasty 😋 also the uni is good too. Place is too small. My concern is they serve..."

Michiko Mendoza | ~ I Want You To Enjoy Your Food

"Skewers and sushi are fresh and affordable. People in Greenhills really do not like overpriced restaurants or bars specially when hanging out with..."

Justine Lauren B. Chan

"I always have a pleasant time here in tori tori. It’s a small japanese resto specializing in yakitori snacks (I was so hungry I forgot to take pics..."

HoleInTheWall

"Went here for a late night cravings and we weren’t disappointed. We love all their yakitori specially their wagyu cubes yakitori. It’s so soft..."

Foodventures By FraPao

"We tried going to the Ortigas branch and found that it was closed on Sundays. Place was small but the food was wonderful. Butabara and rice were..."

Felicia G. Aquino

"Place is great its relaxing and the food is worthy. For starters I highly recommend the angus beef, butabara and the wagyu. Glad to see that you..."

Muncher Champ

"Beef Angus sticks. Everything’s great just be mindful of the wait for your food because of the grilling. Space is too crowded too but I guess thats..."

Linus Reyes

"the place is worth your while...be patient in queue...coz surely you're in for a good food 👌 just enough to have your fill if ur craving for some..."

Shasha Zaragoza

"Finally had the chance to eat here. This place is always full when we go.Place was small with limited seats. Staff were very friendly. Food..."

Rain

"Good food, nice place and they served us fast! Their grilling was perfect. Good value for money. Next time we visit, we will try the sushi and..."

Tin Marie Reyes Poral

"This is my fave kushiyaki place. Despite the small space, you still get to enjoy your food which is super tasty! Staff are very attentive and knows..."

Cath Soriano

"Quick afternoon snacks with friends...Some of my friends have their clinics in the vicinity and I had the day off. So we met for a quick..."

Foodie Dokie

"The food was great and the service was excellent. I would rate it a 5 if the crew greet us goodbye, thank you or come..."

Joserie Plugio

"I was craving for Yakitori that’s why I decided to try this restaurant. On my way to the restaurant, I was checking the menu and I noticed..."

Isabella Magajes

"I enjoyed the food and appreciate the courtesy and speed of service. I just found the place a bit small. Aside from that, everything's good. Keep it..."

John Silva

"There are few affordable places that serve wagyu and this is one of them. Wagyu cubes and salmon belly, favorite grilled items. As for sashimi..."

Sophia Ino

"Im baacckkk! Great place to unwind. What we always order are Bacon with Golden Muahrooms, Chix Skin, Chix Thigh, Salmon Sashimi, Spicy Salmon Salad,..."

Rye Eats

"Musts: butabara, bacon enoki, chicken skin, and wagyu. Afforable yakitori plus cheap beer? Would definitely come back. Tip: they have a..."

Selina

"Food: 4. Their Japanese skewers and Makis are really good. I love their bacon egg rice most, partnered with Kirin (Japanese malt drink)..."

Jackie Esparrago

"Their location is a bit hidden. The restaurant itself is also a bit small and has limited parking. That said their yakitori/grilled skewers are..."

The Curious Belly

"Their Kushiyaki is delicious 😍😍 especially the wagyu. Service gets a bit slow during dinner rush, prepare to wait a bit when their store is..."

Raphael Diaz

"We are curious about this place so we tried Tori-Tori! Finally! The food is flavorful and we ordered-Japanese Wagyu ✔️-Bacon..."

Basha Obispo

"This place is a goldmine! I rarely give 5.0 ratings and trust me, Tori Tori DESERVES THAT A+.Why?1. Food is amazing. Wasn't a fan of..."

Jasmine B

"After my errands at Cardinal Santos Medical Center, I was looking for a place to have lunch that was on the way home. I didn't bring my car so it..."

Unisse Chua

"Grabe. I read the reviews and halos lahat maganda. At true enough, MASARAP NGA SYA!! ALL CAPS PARA INTENSE! I wouldn't have had my dinner tonight any..."

Meliza Orbe

"From the sliding entrance door and the feeling of minimal space gives you that experience of those Japanese pubs. There are only a few elements..."

JV Maralit

"I visited Tori Tori for an afternoon snack. I tried two of their "wrap it up" items - Wagyu (P175) and Angus Belly (P125). "Wrap it up" is simply..."

RC

"The place is quaint with a hole-in-the-wall feel to it. Great for grabbing a drink with friends while eating Japanese finger food. The sushi, sashimi..."

Ramon Crisanto

"Hidden here on an unattractive street corner of Wilson in Green Hills is this unassuming easy to miss little hole in wall foodery . Please take..."

Ajax

"Great Japanese Tori house... The way they marinated and cook their food is distinctively japanese the wagyu and the octopus stick is a must try..."

Kenneth Wong

"Fantastic place with reliable yumminess. When we want sitdown no frills sushi and great yakitori, we go to TORI TORI. It is comfortable but not too..."

Lito Carlos

"This is the place to be if you are looking for Japanese street food! They offer a variety of choices that will surely fit your cravings and your..."

Issa Pisa

"One of my favorite yakitori/kushiyaki joints out there. Have probably tried almost all of their skewers and most of them are delicious and are..."

Chadi

"Tori Tori is one of the most “matunog” names when it comes to yakitori. This place is a bit hard to locate if you’re not familiar with the..."

Camille Solis

"Most amazing wagyu beef cubes in Manila. Tori Tori is waaaay better than a more popular kushiyaki place somewhere else. Other than the kushiyaki,..."

Kei Obusan

"Superb Japanese Restaurant!A hidden gem around Wilson street in San Juan. Mind you that the place can only accommodate by hand so, I..."

Diana

"Great place with nice selections of food and drinks on an affordable price. Personal favorite: chicken skin and angus belly paired with san mig..."

Maki

"• place is tiny but they serve good quality dishes• their Izakaya are soooo tasty, enough portion, mouthwatering• fast, friendly,..."

KOOkiecream

"After 2 failed attempts, we finally made it here. Right after dinner at Pound, mah homies and I went here for some "snacks". Yes, I was also..."

Ruth Sarno

"Our weary feet and insatiable tummies brought us to Tori Tori (note: This is right after our sponsored dinner at Pound in Megamall). Yeah, this is..."

Reich Torio

"What I didn't like: chicken wing drums (though the serving was generous for its price, i think it's a tad undercooked) and bacon enoki (the enoki..."

Sannysansusan

"I have been always curious about this place since it is a hole in the wall. Chicken skin and chicken heart were my favorite. Not really a fan of the..."

Nemie Dayos

"Big pieces at an affordable price! Bbq'd to perfection. Will definitely satisfy your cravings. :) ..."

Lyza Rojo

"Chanced upon this when the restaurant we were supposed to have dinner at was already full! This place is another hole in the wall, which seats only..."

Ruth Acero

"Happened to pass by this restaurant around dinner time and boy am I glad we went inside! Everything we ordered was delicious, but my favorite by far..."

Ren Dela Cruz

"The food tastes great and the price ain't bad. The only problem here is the parking. Other than that highly recommend people to try the food..."

Gino

"I love Tori tori. I've taken food out of here 2x, dined once, and all were good experiences.It's an unassuming place, cozy, no dress code..."

Annette A. Ferrer

"Is it too late now to say TORI? ---------------------------------------------------Black Ninja Roll by @toritori.ph..."

Thefoodadvenchers

"Tori Tori Kushiyaki is a 'yakitori-ya', as how they would call it in Japan. A small, hole in the wall along Wilson st. San Juan. It's similar to..."

Alvin Ong | TFC

"Been hearing about this place and my expectations was not let down.We ordered Japanese Wagyu. The meat was cut into cubes and I love every..."

Paul Mendoza

"Great place.. great food.. great service.. one satisfied customer.. going back for more soon.. highly recommended whenever you're in Wilson San..."

Ed Sel

"Tucked within the mystery eateries in Wilson Greenhills is a tiny sushi place that will make you feel like dining in Japan ;) (howdyou like that?!)..."

TriciaOrtañez

"The first time i went here - loved the food. But not the smell of the smoke that sticks to your clothes and hair. But despite that i keep coming back..."

Dyan Ibana

"Today is my last day at work here in little baguio San Juan. My colleagues told me that we should have our last foodtrip in the area and they decided..."

Valalvendia

"Tori Tori Maki 🍙🍣Butabara 🍢Angus Belly 🍢Japanese Wagu 🍢Bacon Enoki 🍢Bacon Quail Egg 🍡Bacon Rice..."

Vireza Wynn Yu

"Their Grilled skewers are great and quite flavorful. Pricing for their food and drinks were very reasonable as well. Angus Belly and the Pork Skewer..."

Hanz Go

"My first time here and tried their salmon wrap - was worth it! And their kani salad too, refreshing that it had lots of corn. Generous serving of..."

Desydiver

"Went in with an open mind and left with a satisfied appetite. It's a nice place despite its floor space. Recommending the Angus belly, butabara and..."

Snorlance

Sodam Korean Restaurant

87/100 (1315 ratings)

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"It is one of the few Koreans I really liked. The quality of the meat was very good and easy to eat. The service could be improved a little bit, but..."

Doreen Graham

"Awesome food! Chapchae is a must try! The best kimchi ive ever tasted. Love the service always ready to assist customers and willing to help. Kept on..."

Atris

"One of the most affordable samgyup place in the Metro! I love their variety of side dishes especially their korean chicken. 🤤 For 350 pesos you..."

Jamie

"We all know that Korean BBQ restaurants can be found everywhere. But as time goes by, our cravings for samgyupsal don’t just satisfy us anymore. We..."

The Hungry Traveler PH

"The place was a bit hard to find at first but once I found it I was surprised by the crowd. It was already 8 PM and the place continues to full up..."

Kristian Marfori

"Sodam Korean Restaurant is not that big but spacious and clean and well taken care of. They offer different side dishes in buffet style. The best..."

Rizanoia

"For 349 may UNLI Korean BBQ, Hotpot and buffet kana 😋FOODUNLI Pork, UNLI Beef, UNLI Lettuce, UNLI Sushi, UNLI Pasta, UNLI Fish, UNLI..."

Elle Bongon

"SERVICEMabait ang lahat ng staffs and yung owner napaka accomodating 👍🏻FOOD Hindi pako nakapuntang Korea kaya di ko alam..."

Jerome Bongon

"An overwhelming number of Korean restaurants offering unlimited Samgyeopsal have been flooding the food scene nowadays. Come to think of it, all..."

Dea Mariano

"Set amidst variety of restaurants lining Jose Abad Santos in San Juan, the aroma coming from Sodam allures bypassers outside—during dinner most of..."

Hungry Byaheros

"The place has a great ambiance. The range of prices is really affordable compared to the other Samgyeopsal restaurants. The unlimited side dishes..."

Richelle Geronimo

"I've been here numerous times and by far the most affordable korean restaurant i have been to! Buffet+hotpot+samgyup all in one! No need to look for..."

Saan Aabot?

"I love this place, although AT FIRST (((some))) staff were a bit confused to what they were doing and not so accommodating but overall we still had..."

Patti

"Knowing the cheap rates of the resto, I didn't expect much of the food. But wow, I shocked! The meat was very fresh, buffet dishes were attentively..."

Jiyu Han

"Food quality is great, you'll know it is an authentic korean food. Sobrang haba lang ng pila nung nag punta kami. It was raining that time wala kami..."

Ruth Isbl

"This is a good restaurant. Crew are not friendly, but who cares... The buffet has a big enough spread, considering the price. The meat just keep on..."

Madel Pornobi

"From a small venue to the two storey building it is today, Sodam is the pioneer in korean food in the Greenhills area based on my knowledge. What..."

Guilty Pleasures Seeker

"ONE WORD: SULIT! I love how the meat and the condiments are perfect for each other and a lot in terms of variety. The wait is pretty long yet I..."

Betsy Clemente

"Super sarap lalo the side dishes!!! The meat itself is super yummy.. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone who loves samgyupsal!..."

Pau Orteza

"This is one of the best korean buffet ive ever had. So many side dish to choose from. This is worth the price for a buffetThe service is..."

Dodots

"It's affordable and aside from samgyupsal, they have cooked food available. Their pork and beef slices are thin and cooks quickly. They also have..."

Pinky Ballesteros

"Ever since the K-drama invaded the Philippine television some years ago, quite a number of Filipinos have been caught up with the K-pop bug, no..."

Joyce Lamela

"One word: Sulit!The place is big and not crowded with people, even on a Sunday. A bit hot, maybe coz of the grillers. For a place with..."

Rej

"Sodam is a well-known Koream Restaurant even before the trend started.And now, it is worth coming back because of its new offerings. But..."

Marj Liwag

"Food is flavorful and tasty. I really like that they put on different food in the menu and it's not just the same thing over and over. I also like..."

Airachiii

"Good place for family gatherings or even reunion with friends. Much quieter than the typical Korean BBQ places, but offers the same kind of meat..."

Chez

"Great value for money and they have lots of meat selections and side dishes. Staff are attentive. I would have given 5 stars but our stove kept on..."

Patricia Reyes Vega

"Everytime I crave for Korean dishes, Sodam is definitely the first to come in mind! I may not be that much of a fan of the meat they serve, but what..."

Quilers

"Best Korean Buffet around! Remember to always book in advance, otherwise you need to wait for seated guests to leave. 100% recommend this place to..."

Lewis

"I would rate their meat 2/5. The slice is too thin. However, they have excellent main and side dishes. Also, the staff and the owner are very..."

Chynna Tolentino

"I’ve been to several Samgyupsal places before, and so far, Sodam is one of the best. They have a buffet for the side dishes and thu replenish the..."

Kat Nobleza

"Everything was really really great! From food, ambience and service! Really really worth the price too!Overall experience was superb!..."

Lee Teope

"Nobody’s perfect but close to it? Sodam surely is. From the time I called for our reservation to the time we drove out of the parking lot we were..."

Renato Mercado

"My favorite place for my Korean craving! Its my nth time here. I keep on coming back because its very affordable and everything they serve is edible..."

Cee Vee Gee

"Good day! I'm calling your 2 number posted here but apparaently none of them cant connect. Kindly please check your landline is not in service......"

Ana Custodio

"Wanting to wash away the taste of an awful Korean buffet we had at Tagaytay, we made the trip to Sodam based on the reviews here. I must say that the..."

Dianalan Family

"The food was good though some of it was a bit sweet for my taste. Make sure to make a reservation before a week you plan to eat there. Staffs were..."

Jewel Rose Matawa

"High rate for the service. Very responsive to customers. Food is great. Love the cuts of pork and beef easy to cook. You can get the food for buffet..."

Precian Marie Cervantes

"Sodam is one of the first unlimited Korean restaurants near my vicinity and I’ve been able to enjoy their make-your-own Bibimbap way before they..."

Justine Lauren B. Chan

"Food is really good. Aside from the unli beef and pork you get you can also have the side dishes, which are freshly cooked and high..."

Calvin Tan

"Our first time here, the experience was great.. Though we were walk-ins( and the place was fully booked due to advance reservations) they still..."

Daffodilpabearofficial

"Sodam is great value for money Korean bbq. All you can eat beef and pork bbq for just Php 399 with a large array of side dishes. We arrived at 8pm on..."

Ravisiva

"This is my go-to Samgyeopsal place at San Juan, great slices for both pork and beef, lots of other dishes to choose from, they have great tteokbokki..."

Erica Intal Del Rosario

"The ambience is nice, the crew are attentive and snappy... but hopefully, they should have name cards for the served food for those not familiar with..."

Tuliao Hyacinth

"My go to samgyeopsal place! Aside from it’s only 400 pesos, you can have more food with their buffet and I love the thinness of the pork and beef...."

Sabina Cruz

"I have been here twice and will definitely come back for nth times! Food is great, including the unlimited meat. Above all, servers are very..."

Maricris Johanna

"This is what you would call a boutique buffet. If you dont need all the amenities and what you are looking for is more bang for your buck, then this..."

Sherryl Legaspi Llorca

"Service is good! The food is great! The meat is thinly sliced so it cooks fast. It's better if you get a reservation so you won't have to wait long..."

Ina Andrada

"The place was in between two mid-rise buildings, looks like an old house converted to the restaurant. The meat was of two kinds pork and beef, the..."

Budoy Lim

"Food is great. There is a cycling menu set and meat is very good. A good value for your money although service is a bit slow due to the influx of..."

Kimberly Ong

"The place is simple yet cozy, we didn't wait too long since we first entered the restaurant. Pork, beef and all other korean dishes are so yummy...."

Dexter Deloria

"Best bargain for a korean buffet under 500. Has good set of main courses from the open buffet. And also hands down for the thin cuts of the..."

David Perlada

"This place is pretty impressive. I made sure to make a reservation a week in advance since I heard that this place gets packed especially on..."

Anika Molina

"The place can get crowded especially on weekends and ventilation inside is not that great. BUT, this is still one of the most ‘sulit’ Korean bbq..."

Sarah Balana

"Searched thru Zomato to find a good lunch place on a weekday within Little Baguio area and we found this Korean buffet worth braving the noon heat..."

Tablehop

"Been here a couple of times, Sodam never failed in providing us with quality food and services. To sum it all up - had a really commendable..."

Maria Carmela May Marcelino

"One of the best Korean Buffets I've tried. Very good quality of meat, finely cut not too thick and not too thin. Their staff is also..."

Sha Moldez

"One of the most "bang for your buck" Korean BBQ buffets in Metro Manila.It can get crowded and smoky so expect to come out of the place..."

Dalmathia

"Finally tried the much heard Sodam Korean Restaurant with my friends last night!! The Samgyeopsal part about the restaurant is very ordinary, I’ve..."

Paula Andrea Paguio

"Best priced Korean buffet I've ever had! We went here for dinner during holiday and it was definitely worth it. We waited quite a bit to go inside..."

Mela De Jesus

"Sodamgood! Love their unli pork and beef. I also love their additional menus on the buffet. I just hope that it’s not that hard to book a table..."

Eena Samonte

"We went on a Sunday but we were not able to reserve seats. After a few minutes of waiting, we were already seated. There is a variety of side dishes..."

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