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YAKINIKU TORAJI, New York, NY

YAKINIKU TORAJI

4.7
4.7
186 Reviews
$50 and over
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Toraji is a “yakiniku” style BBQ restaurant.
Since our first shop has been established in 1995 in Tokyo, Ebisu area, we came a long way.
Starting with “namuru” and “kimchi” Korean style steamed and pickeled vegetables, continuing with tongue, ribs and/or outside skirt, finishing with cold noodles or “pibimpab”korean style mixed rice .
bowl. We are comited to provide you the “yakiniku” you want for the days you feel like having a “yakiniku”.
We as pro won`t do any compromise in terms of ingredients, taste or service, Toraji will continue to promote the right way the yakiniku culture, bringing taste, happiness and health to our customers.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Barbecue, Japanese (Yakiniku)
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:45 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (929) 417-2629
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighbourhood
    Midtown East
  • Cross Street
    43rd Street Between 2nd and 3rd Avenue
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    4, 5, 6, 7 and S subway lines, Metro-North Railroad, and M101, M102, M103, M1, M2, M3, M4, Q32 and M42 buses to Grand Central Terminal
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • A5 Wagyu Course

    US$148.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Appetizers: Home-made Assorted Kimchi, Large Cut Japanese Black Wagyu Beef Sushi, Yukhoe - Beef Tartar Main: A5 Premium Wagyu / 200g, Lobster and Scallop / 1pc each, A5 Wagyu Beef Soup and Rice or Cold Noodle Soup Dessert: Homemade Almond Pudding Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy. These items are cooked to order and may be served raw or undercooked, or contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or uncooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness.
    A5 Wagyu Course photo
  • Tasting Course

    US$168.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us Appetizers: Home-made Assorted Kimchi, Large Cut Japanese Black Wagyu Beef Sushi, Yukhoe - Beef Tartar Main: Thick-Cut Prime Beef Tongue, Thick-Cut Prime Harami - Outside Skirt, Prawn and Scallop 1 pc each, A5 Japanese Black Wagyu Beef 2 Different Cuts 2 Slices each, A5 Wagyu Beef Soup and Rice or Cold Noodle Soup Dessert: Homemade Almond Pudding Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy. These items are cooked to order and may be served raw or undercooked, or contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or uncooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness.
    Tasting Course photo
  • TORAJI 2023 Course

    US$148.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us Appetizers: Home-made Assorted Kimchi, Large Cut Japanese Black Wagyu Beef Sushi, Yukhoe - Beef Tartar Main: TORAJI Traditional Steak Cut Selection (Prime Wagyu Sirloin / Prime Beef Tongue / Prime Tenderloin), Lobster / 1 piece, TORAJI Premium Selection (Boneless Short Rib / Outside Skirt / Rib Finger), A5 Wagyu Beef Soup and Rice or Cold Noodle Soup Dessert: Homemade Almond Pudding Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy. These items are cooked to order and may be served raw or undercooked, or contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or uncooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness.
    TORAJI 2023 Course photo

What 186 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
YAKINIKU TORAJI offers a "fantastic" dining experience with high-quality, authentic Japanese cuisine. Guests appreciate the friendly service and "excellent" wagyu beef. The restaurant provides a unique, interactive cooking experience in a comfortable setting. Despite some service inconsistencies, many diners highlight the "amazing" food and "divine" atmosphere, making it a worthwhile visit.

186 Reviews
  1. Dennis

    New York City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waitress was exceptional and very helpful. The food was as advertised great

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  2. Federico

    New York City

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place and awesome food. Unique experience. Worth it

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  3. David

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was okay, service was Spotty. Was hard to get the waiter to come to the table when we needed him.

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  4. Hailey

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was absolutely amazing! The staff were very sweet and accommodating, explaining every detail to a tee. We had a nice table in the corner of the restaurant right after their evening opening at 4 P.M. We ordered drinks, 2 Tasting Menus and 2 of the Wagyu Menu - delicious! The experience was divine, our waiter was excellent, and the ambiance made me and my party feel as if we were back in Japan. 100/10 would recommend! Will be coming back time and time again ❤️

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  5. Steven

    New York City

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quality of food was excellent as always. Service was excellent today as well.

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  6. Stephen

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The A5 wagyu beef is awesome! Service is great! A little expensive, $170 each person, but worth the price.

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  7. Quan

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was outstanding and the food was amazing. I would return for another course!

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  8. John

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was all right and the staff was friendly and professional, and they gave me a chocolate lava cake for my birthday, which was a surprise. My friend and I had a great time there and would go back again.

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  9. Milo

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    they seemed busy and understaffed, not having the meat cooked for you was a disappointment as it's easy to overcook it.

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  10. Federico

    New York City

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice place. Difficult to have a normal conversation if you are seating accross . Very loud for some reason . Great food and service

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FAQs

YAKINIKU TORAJI offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (929) 417-2629.

YAKINIKU TORAJI is rated 4.7 stars by 186 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for YAKINIKU TORAJI

217 E 43rd St 1f, New York, NY 10017-4701

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    43rd Street Between 2nd and 3rd Avenue
  • Neighbourhood
    Midtown East
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:45 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:45 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Barbecue, Japanese (Yakiniku)
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    4, 5, 6, 7 and S subway lines, Metro-North Railroad, and M101, M102, M103, M1, M2, M3, M4, Q32 and M42 buses to Grand Central Terminal
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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