Torishin - New York City

This is an absolute gem of a place. The food quality is really excellent and the staff are super helpful and kind. If you sit at the kitchen bar, the chefs explain what each skewer of meat is. The grilled uni is excellent! Highly recommend splashing out and getting the omakase (chefs choice) menu.

Wow. What an amazing dinner! The food was fantastic, some of the best bites of chicken, I've ever had. We treated ourselves to the select counter and got served by the GM/VP Akihiro-san. Super knowledgeable and cared for every bite. They had A5 wagyu, iberico ham, and cod roe specials which were all amazing. Expensive but worth every penny and deserves it's Michelin star. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED !!!

I visited Yakitori Torishin with one other person for their Limited Chef's Counter experience. We ordered the $180 course and got a cocktail to share. The cocktail was beautifully crafted and delicious. The 14 course menu is a mix if sashimi, yakitori skewers, soups, meats, a rice dish, and dessert. The starting sashimi course was surprisingly fresh and delicious. The service here is amazing with attentive chefs and servers. Everyone was very polite and friendly and made sure everything was to out liking. The atmosphere was calm and intimate a great date night dinner or an opportunity to reconnect with a loved one over amazing food. Proof of vaccination and photo ID is required to dine in. You must let the restaurant know of any allergies or dietary restrictions ahead of time.

The Chef's Special Omakase didn't disappoint! We really enjoyed watching the chef prepare every skewer with love. The experience watching the chefs at work adds to the outstanding flavors and delicate textures of each plate. Do NOT skip the Japanese Waygu steak- I cannot express in words how incredibly delicious that plate was, even the potatoes! Portions were a little above average for a tasting menu. We left satisfied, not stuffed and not hungry. I highly recommend sitting at one of the counters (book through resy) to get the full experience. The staff were all extremely attentive and very friendly, as expected for a Michelin Star restaurant. You will not be disappointed!

Excellent Yakitori. I originally booked a table and they upgraded me to a counter seat. The hostess said the counter seat would be a more enjoyable experience and she was correct.. My wife and I sat at the counter and enjoyed watching the staff do their magic in preparing our dishes. Counter seating is only about 10 seats so call and make a reservation. The food was excellent and every dish/skewer had is own unique flair. Our dining session lasted two hours and we enjoyed every minute. We did not order any liquor. Service was also impeccable.