Yakitoriya - Kalkbaai iNingizimu Afrika

Amazing yakitoriScored a reservation calling at 4pmFood was perfectly seasonedNicely pacedDon’t miss the grilled rice ball

I mean, seriously WOW. Chef Toshi's chicken is completely out of this world! Out of all the restaurants I've travelled to, this easily takes the cake. Extremely sweet Husband and Wife team, and while the restaurant might be simply appointed (service is fast when not busy, but does slow down when busy, obviously), this is going to be some of if not the outright best chicken of your life. Easy 10/10.

If you’re looking for a quick bite of a few sticks of skewered chicken and an assortment of Japanese side dishes, look elsewhere to eat since Yakitoriya will not be quick.If you however are looking to enjoy a leisurely evening of meticulously handcrafted, deliciously seasoned authentic yakitori chicken skewers and assorted grilled vegetables with chicken and an array of chicken centered side dishes, along with a few non-chicken sides, then Yakitoriya is a place to go.Chef Toshi Sakamaki’s dedication to his craft, his desire to serve each skewer hot off the grill personally to each patron, scurrying from behind the counter to deliver his expertly created morsels piping hot to the outer tables while his wife creates delicious side dishes to accompany your meal, is almost a lost art in today’s fast paced restaurant culture.Our party of five spent 2 hours tonight at Yakitoriya and enjoyed the standouts of truffle chicken, grilled duck breast, thigh, wing, meatball and vegetable with sliced chicken skewers, Zosui, green salad with house dressing, Japanese style fried chicken and chicken broth.Tonight’s dinner reminded me of going to a relative’s house who painstakingly spent an entire day prepping a delicious meal just for us with such variety and personally cooking each item to be eaten piping hot for the best flavor and experience.Be prepared for strict ordering policies, but your taste buds will be rewarded.

They mandatory chargered me 20% tip with awful service and force us to buy at least one drink for each person. Never gonna come back!Food: 1/5

Best Yakitori in Los Angeles and it’s not even close. Nankanban is also good but not at the same level as Yakitoriya.Unfortunately I can’t give five stars because it’s just the husband and wife running this place. They don’t have time to provide good service so normally it takes a very long time to get your food or their attention.But if you’re in no rush, this is THE place for Yakitori.