01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
The appeal of Torishin is that yakitori is not all about one kind of bite. Chicken hearts are springy and richly flavoured, while gizzards have a satisfyingly crunchy chew; both can be ordered with tare or salt. Thigh is another option for those who prefer tender meat. Diners have praised the care taken with the grilling, presentation and even the serving dishes, and one reviewer singled out the thigh skewer as a favourite.
Between skewers, ume suisho—crunchy cartilage with the bright acidity of plum—makes a refreshing palate cleanser. Asparagus wrapped in pork brings together a crisp bite and savoury meat, while the pork wraps also come with tomato, lettuce or plum and shiso. The asparagus, tomato, lettuce and plum-and-shiso versions are seasoned with salt. There is also pork belly wrapped around pickled ginger and coated in a sweet-and-savoury tare, so you can shift the meal towards tangy, aromatic flavours or a richer sauce.
For a more substantial finish, choose a grilled rice ball with miso and mayonnaise or a meat-wrapped rice ball. The menu also includes small plates and alcoholic drinks such as beer and wine, making it suitable for a solo meal at the counter or dinner with a group. One diner visited with family during a weekday happy hour and said they would return alone, though it is worth checking in advance whether the offer is running. Torishin recommends booking for dinner; a diner who had reserved a table was glad to have done so.
