Located a 6 to 8-minute walk from Nishitetsu Hirao Station, Yakitori Torila is a renowned yakitori restaurant that boasts the highest rating in Fukuoka. It is a popular spot that is difficult to reserve, recognized as one of the top 100 yakitori restaurants in the West from 2019 to 2025, and awarded Tabelog Silver and Bronze from 2021 to 2026.While new reservations are quite hard to come by, there are occasional openings for online bookings, especially during later hours. The pace of service is impressively fast, allowing you to enjoy the meal in about an hour and a half, which adds to the appeal.Here’s a look at the menu we enjoyed:-----------------------------◾️ Appetizer We started with a refreshing cocktail glass filled with mozuku seaweed, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, grilled eggplant with a smoky aroma, and tender chicken. The soft texture of the chicken paired beautifully with the crisp taste of the vegetables.◾️ Chicken Tataki This dish features chicken tataki served with onions, watercress, and a tangy ponzu-like sauce. The direct flavor of the chicken combined with the crunchy texture of the onions and watercress was delightful.◾️ Chicken Sushi A creative dish of chicken sushi wrapped in nori, featuring nakaochi (chicken scraps), pickled daikon, green onions, and rice. The rich fat from the chicken and the texture and sweetness of the pickled daikon complemented each other perfectly, reminiscent of toro-taku.◾️ Mixed Rice A delicious mixed rice dish made with chicken, bonito flakes, kumquat, and rice. The rich flavor from the kumquat combined with the gentle acidity of the rice was exquisite!◾️ Soup A soup with tsukune (chicken meatballs) and green beans floating in a flavorful broth. The unique taste of the broth, different from typical Japanese restaurants, was enhanced by the refreshing aroma of the wood leaves.◾️ Chicken Breast A moist and tender chicken breast skewer, cooked just right. The sharp aroma of wasabi highlighted the deliciousness of the chicken.◾️ Furikake This dish features furikake with a distinctive flavor of yuzu pepper. The crispy skin and the juicy meat were perfectly cooked, making it a standout.◾️ Zuri A skewer of zuri (chicken gizzard) that is plump and satisfying. The rare zuri toro (gizzard fat) in the middle adds a delightful textural contrast.◾️ Red Eggplant Grilled red eggplant skewers made with local Kyushu ingredients. The aroma of ginger and the juicy sweetness of the eggplant were remarkable, making it one of the best eggplants I’ve ever had!◾️ Negima A hot and juicy negima (chicken and green onion) skewer that retains heat well. The savory texture and moderate sweetness of the green onion were irresistible.◾️ Round Okra Round okra with a sticky texture that is addictive. Its unique texture and the warmth trapped inside are captivating.◾️ Heart A skewer of heart that stands out with the aroma of ginger. The right amount of chewiness and saltiness made it a perfect match with drinks.◾️ Chawanmushi A chawanmushi (savory egg custard) combined with corn puree. The plump and melting texture revealed a distinct sweetness from the corn.◾️ Chicken Drumstick A chicken drumstick with a delightful contrast between its firm texture and crispy skin. The juicy flavor that bursts with each bite is simply the best.◾️ Quail Egg A half-cooked quail egg that oozes with rich yolk. The intense flavor of the yolk fills your mouth, providing an indescribable sense of satisfaction.◾️ Monaka An exquisite monaka (wafer) filled with mushroom broth. The crispy texture of the skin hides a rich and creamy flavor reminiscent of liver pâté.◾️ Tsukune A rare skewer of tsukune (chicken meatball) served with wasabi. The meat's umami and robust flavor stand out, perfectly complementing the wasabi.◾️ Chicken Wing A chicken wing with a crispy skin texture and delicious flavor around the bone. The hot bone is a signature of yakitori restaurants.◾️ Ramen A light ramen with chicken broth and easy-to-eat thin noodles, concluding the course.-----------------------------The course is priced at around JPY 15,000, making it a great value for enjoying yakitori. I highly recommend visiting this restaurant.Thank you for the meal!*Instagram Gourmet Account https://www.instagram.com/shunsuke.naka/ (Followers have surpassed 10,000!)*Gourmet Blog https://syn-gourmet.com*Comprehensive Links https://lit.link/syngourmet
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