Yakitori Boy
Karaoke bar · Chinatown
211 N 11th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Highlights
Yakitori skewers, sushi, and karaoke await at this fun spot
Yakitori skewers, sushi, and karaoke await at this fun spot
"Yakitori Boy has been a karaoke staple since it opened in 2007. And it’s not just because you scream Journey at the top of your lungs here without shame. It’s because with bottle service and sparklers, VIP sections in the main lounge, and a massive dance floor, it may be the most exciting karaoke spot in town. If you’re not into having a bunch of strangers drowning out your rendition of “Don’t Stop Believin’,” you can reserve one of their private rooms (there are five). They open at 4pm and close at 1am on the weekends, so it works for everything from a sushi-filled pregame to a late night in Chinatown. A tip from us: The host in the main lounge ends the night with a Destiny’s Child song. Do not attempt to sing the Beyoncé part." - candis mclean
"Sometimes the best way to dump someone is to convince them that it’s their idea. You’ve spent weeks leaving the milk out on the counter and texting your “work husband” until 1am, and they’re still talking about bringing you to their upcoming family reunion. When this happens, head to Yakitori Boy in Chinatown. It’s a full-on karaoke bar, so you can sing “End Of The Road" to drop some subtle hits. Or just make out with the first waiter you see to thank them for dropping off the bang bang shrimp. Either way, they’ll finally get the message." - candis mclean
"Yakitori Boy doesn’t only make this list because you can belt out Journey here without shame. The Chinatown karaoke pub with a second-floor lounge also has a selection of roasted skewers, sushi rolls, and sweets (like the mango cheesecake) that we just can’t get enough of. Try the crispy chicken cutlet–the curry sauce is so good that you might end up missing your cue trying to sop up the last drop." - candis mclean
"Yakitori Boy has been a karaoke staple since it opened in 2007. And it’s not just because you scream Journey at the top of your lungs here without shame. It’s because with bottle service and sparklers, VIP sections in the main lounge, and a massive dance floor, it may be the most exciting karaoke spot in town. If you’re not into having a bunch of strangers drowning out your rendition of “Don’t Stop Believin’,” you can reserve one of their private rooms (there are five). They open at 4pm and close at 1am on the weekends, so it works for everything from a sushi-filled pregame to a late night in Chinatown. A tip from us: The host in the main lounge ends the night with a Destiny’s Child song. Do not attempt to sing the Beyoncé part." - candis mclean
"Your neighbors keep banging on the wall because they’re tired of your unhinged rendition of Taylor Swift's “All Too Well” (yes, the 10-minute version). Take your vocal talent and heartbreak to a place where they’ll be appreciated—Chinatown’s Yakitori Boy. The karaoke pub with a second-floor lounge has a selection of roasted skewers, sushi rolls, and sweets (like the mango cheesecake) that we just can’t get enough of. Plus, if you start weeping mid-song, people will just think it’s a part of the performance and go with it." - candis mclean
