Sumibiyakitori Ikoka
Sumibiyakitori Ikoka’s exquisite chicken skewer omakase, grilled over premium binchotan charcoal, perfect introduction to high-end yakitori in Osaka.
Restaurant Details
The hidden skewer joint west of Osaka Castle delivers Michelin-approved yakitori cooked over high-quality binchotan charcoal, complemented by a curated selection of local sake. For newcomers, the restaurant recommends the five- or seven-course yakitori omakase, where the chef expertly grills various cuts of exceptionally high-quality chicken from such as Kyoto Kurodori, Ajidori and Minami Shinshu Jidori.
The joint features an L-shaped counter and a wood-accentuated interior, with a sophisticated atmosphere where the kitchen stands as the focal point. Appetizers like Kyoto-style oboro tofu (silken tofu curds) may precede an assortment of chicken sashimi, including wonderfully sliced liver, seared breast, heart, and raw meatballs. Skewers offer a medley of chicken parts like neck, wings, breast, and quail. Even the closing rice dish incorporates chicken.
The drink menu is thoughtfully curated to complement the yakitori. Choose draft beer and highballs for a fun experience, or savor the limited edition sake and shochu for a refined pairing.
Michelin Guide accolades:
2024 - Bib Gourmand
Sumibiyakitori Ikoka Access Info
Sumibiyakitori Ikoka is an 8-minute walk from Kitahama Station or a 7-minute walk from Sakaisuji Honmachi Station.
Sumibiyakitori Ikoka Phone Number
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Sumibiyakitori Ikoka Address
3-3-3 Otedori, Chuo-ku, Osaka, 540-0021, Japan
Restaurant location
Osaka Prefecture is the birthplace of Kansai-style okonomiyaki and many classic Japanese street foods. Centered around Osaka (the prefectural capital), the clash of trade, traditions, and modern technologies contributes to the dynamic energy of this prefecture overlooking Osaka Bay.
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