Torizaku

It's definitely a new hidden gem. We really like this new Japanese restaurant! The yakitori was very fresh and delicious, grilled to perfection. The drinks were also great and paired really well with the food. The atmosphere was cozy and comfortable, making it a perfect place to enjoy with friends. Highly recommended!

The chicken wings are absolutely AMAZING!!! The udon noodles are so creamy and tasty. We came with a party of 6 and everyone left super satisfied. The interior is stylish and welcoming, yet the prices are really affordable. Great food, great vibes. Definitely worth coming back. Highly recommend!

The store is decorated with wood ➕ warm yellow lights, and the atmosphere is particularly healing. It is not as noisy as other places in NY. Sitting down with friends to chat, eat some skewers, and drink some wine. I feel that the pressure of the whole day is gone✌️

Checked out this new izakaya in the West Village and really liked it. The skewers were juicy and well seasoned, with chicken oyster and knee cartilage being my favorites. Even the heart and artery skewers were tasty and clean. The bacon cream udon was rich but not too heavy, and the unagi rice and takoyaki were both filling. Drinks with real fruit pieces were refreshing, and the staff were super nice. Overall, it’s a cozy spot that I’d happily come back to!!

Torizaku is such a hidden gem in the West Village! If you’re looking for an authentic Japanese izakaya vibe in NYC, this is the spot. The wooden decor and warm lighting instantly transport you to Japan – cozy, casual, and perfect for after-work drinks. 🍺✨ The Happy Hour deal (Mon–Fri, 4–6 PM) is honestly unbeatable – only $16 for a Suntory draft beer and a yakitori set. The skewers are fantastic: juicy chicken wings (both salt and sauce are excellent), flavorful chicken meatballs, crispy chicken skin, and unique options like chicken thigh with yuzu kosho or tenderloin with wasabi. The short rib and pork jowl were tender and full of umami, while the pork belly wrapped asparagus was the perfect mix of fatty and fresh. Even the grilled shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, and eggplant were delicious. 🍢🔥 If you’re hungrier, try the Unaju (eel rice) or Yakitori Don – both are generous portions and satisfying. Service is friendly, the atmosphere feels authentic, and the food is consistently great. For $16, you really can’t find a better happy hour deal in Manhattan. Definitely adding this to my go-to list for drinks and casual dinners with friends! 🙌

The review is mostly for the yakitori. My overall sentiment is that this is a worth a try. However do not expect this to be omakase quality. Also price point is moderate (but it’s NY so everything is expensive). Overall the skewers were good, the proteins were of the right size / fair portion, they had a slight char, and the meat was juicy. A small criticism, I felt I had to add some salt to a few skewers, but there was a salt shaker on the table so it was a non issue. Also there seemed to be a good variety of skewers including veggies. We also had the drum wing and Saba. The drum wing was good, the Saba was okay. But traditionally Saba is served with daikon and not ginger. They just opened but service was prompt and quick, we didn’t have a reservation and managed to get seats quickly. The restaurant is loud so be prepared to shout abit when talking.

Torizaku is hands down my new go-to spot in West Village! 🍢 The vibe is super cozy but still has that lively izakaya energy. Highly recommend the Thigh w/ scallion, juicy chicken breast, savory chicken meatball, and fragrant Japanese pepper — plus one ice-cold beer to top it off. 🍺 The skewers are grilled to perfection – crispy on the outside, juicy inside. The staff is friendly, knows the menu well, and makes great recommendations. It honestly feels like a little slice of Japan right here in NYC. Perfect for a casual night out, date night, or just hanging with friends. If you love yakitori and Japanese comfort food, this place is a must!

Excellent service, servers are friendly and welcoming. The food is delicious, especially wings and skins. Recommend the tare sauce to all yakitoris and you won’t be disappointed

I went to Torizaku for a girls' dinner with friends and absolutely fell in love with this spot. From the moment we walked in, the vibe was perfect -- the decor is super cute with just the right lighting, giving the space a mix of being spacious yet intimate. It's the kind of place that works equally well for a cozy date night or a fun hangout with friends. Now let's talk about the food -- the menu is packed with options, and everything we tried was absolutely delicious. From the juicy chicken breast skewers to the flavorful Zucchini, each bite was better than the last and we did assorted Yakitori. By the time we got to the entrées, I was so impressed I felt like ordering the whole menu (and honestly, I nearly did). The staff made the experience even better. Everyone was so friendly, attentive, and accommodating, making sure every detail was taken care of. It really felt like they went above and beyond to make us comfortable. I can't recommend Torizaku enough -- whether you're going for a date, a girls' night out, or just because, this is a spot you'll definitely want to come back to. I know I will!

Came here for dinner with some friends. The food was overall delicious I especially enjoyed the chicken thigh with scallion skewers. The interior is clean well decorated. The service left much to be desired however. It took greater than 1h30mins for certain skewers to come out. Unfortunately, we had to leave before all the food came out since we were running late for another reservation. We asked for it to be packed in a to go box and yet again, they got the order wrong. The experience was regrettable since the food was so good.

Really unfortunate because the food here was delicious but the service was not great. Food-wise - all of the skewers were very juicy and flavorful! Our favorites were the chicken + scallion and the mushroom. The udon was also delicious! Service-wise, it seemed like a lot of tables were waiting very long times for their food to come out and had several items come out incorrectly or missing. It took 30 minutes to get water (that we had to follow up with staff for) and almost 2 hours for our full order to come out. Our final items (zucchini skewers) came 40 min after the rest of our order and we also received an incorrect item. Not sure if this was an off day but would try to come back and give it another shot!

Incredible skewers! Loved the chicken meatball especially. Great happy hour deal, excited to come back soon

Really delicious food and super friendly service. Good vibes. Worth a visit, will definitely go back.