Yakitori restaurants in Tokyo
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Omoide-yokochō
Since the postwar days, smoke has been billowing nightly from the little shacks lining this alley by the train tracks, purveying yakitori (skewers of grilled chicken) and cold beers to long-time regulars. Literally translated as 'Memory Lane' (and less politely known as Shoben-yokochō, 'Piss Alley'), Omoide-yokochō may actually be just a memory someday; there's been on-again, off-again talk of razing it to make way for new development. Stop by around 7pm to indulge in a few skewers and pre-emptive nostalgia.
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Bird Land
This kindly basement bar is a destination for gourmet grilled chicken. Chefs in whites behind a U-shaped counter dispense yakitori in all shapes, sizes, colours and organs – don’t pass up the dainty serves of liver pâté or the tiny cup of chicken soup. Order a set menu for the most variety, and you can try sansho-yaki (like teriyaki) or oyako-don (chicken and egg on rice) as well. Enter beneath Suit Company.
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Akiyoshi
If you’re in the mood for yakitori, Akiyoshi is an approachable, ebullient place to partake. The open grill at centre stage ignites a festive, sociable space. The chefs work quickly to help move traffic along, but that doesn’t mean you can’t sit comfortably through several small courses and at least one conversation.
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Yūrakuchō Yakitori Alley
Follow the smoke and steam that's looping its way up from under the railway tracks to this warren of rickety outdoor yakitori stands. Each open-air corner is tended by its own chef who knows everything you'd ever need to about the fine art of grilling chicken. These stands offer little shelter from the elements, so dress accordingly.
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Vin Chou
Tucked away in this corner of Asakusa, Vin Chou is an odd bird: a French-style yakitori joint, offering foie gras with your tori negi (chicken and spring onion). With cheeses and fowl imported from Europe, it's chic and unique. It's just round the corner one block west of the Taikokan .
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Toriyoshi Dining
Toriyoshi does yakitori stepped up a notch in sophistication, pairing it with wine and cocktails without sacrificing its earthy, charcoal-grilled appeal. Set dinners are a good way to try a variety of the house yakitori and tofu, and the cool, friendly atmosphere enhances the mood.
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