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Sumiyaki Sosai Toriya Hitomi

炭焼創彩 鳥家人見

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Price: ¥ 800 - / Yakitori

Yakitori Restaurant in Kyoto

Reservation for "Sumiyaki Sosai Toriya Hitomi"

[ 7 mins walk from Kyoto Shiyakushomae Station ]

“Sumiyaki Sosai Toriya Hitomi” is a renowned Yakitori restaurant in Kyoto. This restaurant is a highly sought-after and exceptional yakitori restaurant where reservations can be quite challenging to secure. Hitomi has been recognized for its popularity, being selected as one of the top 100 restaurants on a renowned Japanese restaurant website for two consecutive years.Moreover, the charm of the owner-chef and the excellent service provided by the staff are noteworthy. At “Sumiyaki Sosai Toriya Hitomi", the menu is rich with offerings of young chicken, local chicken, branded chicken, and poultry from the vicinity of Kyoto. You can enjoy high-quality meals at an affordable price.

Cuisine of Sumiyaki Sosai Toriya Hitomi

At "Sumiyaki Sosai Toriya Hitomi," you can savor the exquisite Tajima Jidori (local chicken). The popular "Momo no Tataki" (thigh meat tataki) stands out, with its crispy skin, and rare, tender texture. The yakitori, made from the superb Tajima Jidori chicken, grilled to perfection over Kishu Binchotan charcoal, is a delight in and of itself. Furthermore, the chicken sashimi is prepared using hens raised for 180 days. The juicy and succulent texture of the chicken, nurtured for an extended period, offers a delectable and addictive taste.

Chef of Sumiyaki Sosai Toriya Hitomi

The chef of “Sumiyaki Sosai Toriya Hitomi” lives by the motto "Everyone has their own preferences," and accordingly provides dishes tailored to each guest's taste. By skillfully using Kishu Binchotan charcoal that suits the texture of each chicken meat, he brings out the distinctive characteristics of each ingredient. The restaurant's consistent popularity night after night can be attributed not only to the culinary quality but also to the sincerity and humble demeanor of the chef. Even first-time visitors feel a sense of familiarity through the warm hospitality of being addressed by name.

Yakitori Specialist

In addition to the regular yakitori dishes, there are also rare cuts that are rarely available, so it is recommended to place your order early, as quantities might be limited for certain items. "Sumiyaki Sosai Toriya Hitomi" is a rare find where you can enjoy high-quality dining at a reasonable price.

Atmosphere of Sumiyaki Sosai Toriya Hitomi

The modern interior of “Sumiyaki Sosai Toriya Hitomi" features a setup with a counter and tables on the first floor, while the second floor offers traditional tatami seating. Not only is the taste and grilling technique top-notch, but the level of attentive service that permeates the entire establishment is truly remarkable and surprising.

Plans

  • Table Reservation

    JPNEAZY reservation fee for a table reservation

    *This is NOT a deposit for meals.

    ¥ 800 / person

Sumiyaki Sosai Toriya Hitomi Special Order

We will arrange your table for you at Sumiyaki Sosai Toriya Hitomi and pre-order Table Reservation. You can fully enjoy there where they are one of the best restaurants in Kyoto.
As our service fee is NOT the meal’s fee discounted, please pay your meals, drinks fee at the restaurant on the reservation date.

Restaurant information

■Children admission: Not allowed.
■Vegetarian and vegan option: Not available.
■Other: Cash only. / Total 30 seats.

Wednesday

Dinner: 21:00

(+81)75-771-7818

96 Daikicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
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Cancellation Policy

*The reservation service fee(JPNEAZY commission) is non-refundable for any reasons after the reservation is completed.

*The date, time, and number of guests for a reservation can be changed only once.

*The date of cancellation fee will be charged based on each restaurant's business day and JPNEAZY's business day.

[ Standard ]
In case of Arrival 30mins late, it is cancelled.
On the day: 100%
1day before: 50%
2days before: No charge

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Review summary

5.0 

F.K

Toriya Hitomi was absolutely delicious and the staff was so gracious and hospitable. It was our favorite meal of our two week trip to Japan!

(visited: 2022-12-26)

L.E

Thank you so much for warm and friendly service. Toriya Hotomi food was so delicious and I would love to come back again.

(visited: 2020-03-09)

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