YAKINIKU TORAJI

4.7

186 Reviews

$50 and over

Japanese

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2+ people

25 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 12 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, 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
Website
https://torajiny.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
217 E 43rd St 1f, New York, NY 10017-4701
Area
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.
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.
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 SaladUS$10.00
Lettuce, Onion, Carrot and Cucumber Mixed in House Soy Sauce Dressing
Nori - Seaweed SaladUS$12.00
Lettuce, Wakame & Toasted Seaweed, Onion, Carrot and Cucumber Mixed in House Soy Sauce Dressing
Goma - Sesame SaladUS$9.00
Lettuce and Cucumber Mixed in House Sesame Dressing
Negi - Spicy Scallion Salad*US$9.00
Lettuce and Scallion Mixed in House Spicy Dressing
Sangchu - Red Leaf LettuceUS$9.00
Red Leaf Lettuce and Cucumber with Our Special Ssamjang - Spicy Dipping Sauce for Wrapping Meat

Kimchi

Assorted Kimchi*US$12.00
Napa, Radish and Cucumber Kimchi
Hakusai - Napa Kimchi*US$9.00
Spicy Pickled Napa
Kakuteki - Radish Kimchi*US$9.00
Spicy Pickled Radish
Oikimchi - Cucumber Kimchi*US$9.00
Spicy Pickled Cucumber

Appetizers

EdamameUS$6.00
Boild Soybean
Assorted NamulUS$12.00
Seasoned Spinach, Spring, Radish & Carrot and Bean Sprout
NinnikuUS$8.00
Flash-Fried Garlic - Flash-Fried Garlic and Vegetables
Yakko*US$6.00
Spicy Tofu - Cold Tofu with Spicy Sauce
YakinoriUS$5.00
Seasoned Toasted Seaweed with Sesame Oil
KyuriUS$5.00
Whole Cucumber

Sushi, Sashimi

Sirloin Sushi (1 Pcs)US$10.00
1pcs of Wagyu Sirloin Beef Sushi with Special Sushi Sauce
Yukhoe - Beef TartareUS$18.00
Shredded Raw Beef Marinated in Special Yukhoe Sauce with Yolk on Top
Spicy Mixed Offal Sashimi*US$12.00
Boiled Mix Offal Marinated in Spicy Sauce with Yolk on Top

Seafood

Kaisen
Assorted Seafood
- MP
LobsterUS$25.00
EbiUS$14.00
Prawn
HotateUS$14.00
Scallop

Pork

TontoroUS$15.00
Pork Neck
Buta KalbiUS$14.00
Pork Belly

Vegetables

YasaiUS$12.00
Assorted Vegetables
NegiyakiUS$8.00
Leek
ShiitakeUS$8.00
Mushroom
CornUS$8.00

Beef Tongue

AtsugiriUS$38.00
Thick-Cut Prime Beef Tongue
TanshioUS$25.00
Beef Tongue
Negibaka WhiteUS$6.00
Chopped Scallion
Negibaka Red*US$6.00
Spicy Chopped Scallion

TORAJI A5 Wagyu

TORAJI Assorted A5 Wagyu
- 3 - 4 ServingsUS$260.00
Wagyu Sirloin Steak
- 1 - 4 ServingsUS$130.00
Wagyu A5 Fillet Steak
w/ Brandy-Butter-Garlic Sauce
- 1 - 4 ServingsUS$130.00
TORAJI Traditional Steak Cut SelectionUS$75.00
Prime Wagyu Sirloin / Prime Beef Tongue / Prime Tenderloin: 1 slice each
Premium TORAJI SelectionUS$60.00
Choice of Sauce or Salt
A5 Wagyu Chuk RibUS$48.00
A5 Wagyu Shimofuri KalbiUS$38.00
Prime Boneless Short Rib

Beef

Choice of Sauce or Salt

Shimofuri KalbiUS$38.00
Prime Boneless Short Rib
KalbiUS$24.00
Boneless Short Rib
Nakaochi KalbiUS$20.00
Rib Finger
Diamond - Cut KalbiUS$28.00
Boneless Short Rib Steak
Prime Harami - Thin CutUS$22.00
Outside Skirt
Signature Prime Harami - Thick CutUS$32.00
Outside Skirt
Kuro Miso HaramiUS$26.00
Outside Skirt
FilletUS$22.00
Thick cut Tenderloin

Chicken

Marinated with SaltUS$16.00
Marinated with Toraji SauceUS$16.00
Marinated Salt with Yuzu Dipping SauceUS$18.00
Marinated with Spicy SauceUS$18.00

Horumon Beef Offal

Choice of Sauce or Salt

Assorted HorumonUS$28.00
Assorted Offal
ShibireUS$12.00
Sweetbread
MinoUS$12.00
Blanket Tripe - The First Stomach
TsuramiUS$12.00
Cheek
TetchanUS$12.00
Large Intestine
TanagoUS$9.00
Tongue Kalbi - The Lower Part of Beef Tongu
GiaraUS$9.00
Abomasum - Reed Tripe - The Fourth Stomach
HatsuUS$9.00
Heart

Noodles

Reimen - Cold Noodle Soup*US$18.00
Noodle with Kimchi, Scallion and Boiled Egg in Cold Chicken Broth Soup
Yukgaejang Noodle - Spicy Noodle Soup**US$19.00
Noodle with Beef, Assorted Namul, Chive, Scallion and Egg in Spicy Beef Broth Soup
Bibim Men - Spicy Mix Noodle**US$19.00
Spicy Cold Noodle with Kimchi, Scallion, Cucumber, Green Salad and Egg

Soup

Yukgaejang Soup - Spicy Beef Soup**US$15.00
Beef, Assorted Namul, Chive, Scallion and Egg in Spicy Beef Broth Soup
Korigom Tang Soup - Oxtail SoupUS$15.00
Beef Tail, Radish, Scallion and Egg in Beef Broth Soup
Garlic Scallion SoupUS$15.00
Beef Tail and Scallion in Beef Broth Soup
Tamago Soup - Egg SoupUS$12.00
Radish, Carrot, Chive, Scallion and Egg in Beef Broth Soup
Wakame Soup - Seaweed SoupUS$12.00
Wakame Seaweed and Scallion in Beef Broth Soup
Jjigae Soup - Spicy Soft Tofu Stew**US$22.00
Kimchi, Tofu, Bean Sprout, Radish, Carrot, Chive, Scallion and Egg in Beef Broth Soup

Rice

Premium Sirloin Rice BowlUS$60.00
Wagyu Sirloin Beef over Rice with Yolk on Top
Hot Stone Bibimbap with EelUS$28.00
Eel, Assorted Namul and Egg over Rice with Chili Paste in a Sizzling Stone Pot
Yukgaejang - Spicy Rice Soup*US$18.00
Rice with Beef, Assorted Namul, Chive, Scallion and Egg in Spicy Beef Broth Soup
Korigom Tang - Oxtail Rice SoupUS$18.00
Rice with Beef Tail, Radish, Scallion and Egg in Beef Broth Soup
Garlic Scallion Rice SoupUS$18.00
Rice with Beef Tail and Scallion in Beef Broth Soup
Gukbap - Vegetable Rice SoupUS$14.00
Rice with Radish, Carrot, Chive, Scallion and Egg in Beef Broth Soup
Ishiyaki Hot Stone Bibimbap*
Assorted Namul, Napa Kimchi and Egg over Rice with Chili Paste in a Sizzling Stone Pot
- W/ BeefUS$20.00
- Wo/ BeefUS$22.00
Okayu - Oxtail Rice PorridgeUS$18.00
Rice with Beef Tail in Beef Broth Soup
Negitama Rice - Chopped Scallion over RiceUS$8.00
Seasoned Chopped Scallion and Yolk over Rice
Steamed White Rice
- MediumUS$3.00
- LargeUS$4.00

Special Condiments

Ssamjang - Spicy Dipping SauceUS$2.00
Gochujang - Mild Chili PasteUS$2.00
Yangnyeomjang - Chili PasteUS$2.00
Garlic PasteUS$2.00
Raw GarlicUS$2.00
Yuzu Dipping SauceUS$4.00
Raw EggUS$2.00
WasabiUS$2.00
Sesame OilUS$2.00
w/Pepper or Salt
Rock SaltUS$2.00
Brandy with Garlic Butter Dipping SauceUS$8.00

Dessert

Homemade Almond PuddingUS$8.00
Vanilla Ice Cream w/ Soybean FlourUS$6.00
Red Bean Ice Cream w/ Red BeanUS$6.00
Strawberry Ice Cream w/ Berry SauceUS$6.00
Green Tea Ice Cream w/ Red BeanUS$6.00
Lemon SorbettoUS$6.00
Kid's Bear - Chocolate GelatoUS$10.00

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

Noise • Moderate

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

D
Dennis
New York City
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 November 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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Federico
New York City
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 21 October 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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David
Los Angeles
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on 19 October 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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Hailey
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 October 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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Steven
New York City
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 11 October 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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Stephen
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 9 October 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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Quan
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 October 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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John
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 4 October 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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Milo
Greater Boston
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on 28 September 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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Federico
New York City
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on 26 September 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 booking

2+ people

25 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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

Additional information

Cross Street
43rd Street Between 2nd and 3rd Avenue
Area
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, 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

Website
https://torajiny.com/
Phone number
(929) 417-2629

YAKINIKU TORAJI

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

A5 Wagyu Course

Tasting Course

TORAJI 2023 Course

Salad

TORAJI SaladUS$10.00

Nori - Seaweed SaladUS$12.00

Goma - Sesame SaladUS$9.00

Negi - Spicy Scallion Salad*US$9.00

Sangchu - Red Leaf LettuceUS$9.00

Kimchi

Assorted Kimchi*US$12.00

Hakusai - Napa Kimchi*US$9.00

Kakuteki - Radish Kimchi*US$9.00

Oikimchi - Cucumber Kimchi*US$9.00

Appetizers

EdamameUS$6.00

Assorted NamulUS$12.00

NinnikuUS$8.00

Yakko*US$6.00

YakinoriUS$5.00

KyuriUS$5.00

Sushi, Sashimi

Sirloin Sushi (1 Pcs)US$10.00

Yukhoe - Beef TartareUS$18.00

Spicy Mixed Offal Sashimi*US$12.00

Seafood

Kaisen

LobsterUS$25.00

EbiUS$14.00

HotateUS$14.00

Pork

TontoroUS$15.00

Buta KalbiUS$14.00

Vegetables

YasaiUS$12.00

NegiyakiUS$8.00

ShiitakeUS$8.00

CornUS$8.00

Beef Tongue

AtsugiriUS$38.00

TanshioUS$25.00

Negibaka WhiteUS$6.00

Negibaka Red*US$6.00

TORAJI A5 Wagyu

TORAJI Assorted A5 Wagyu

Wagyu Sirloin Steak

Wagyu A5 Fillet Steak

TORAJI Traditional Steak Cut SelectionUS$75.00

Premium TORAJI SelectionUS$60.00

A5 Wagyu Chuk RibUS$48.00

A5 Wagyu Shimofuri KalbiUS$38.00

Beef

Shimofuri KalbiUS$38.00

KalbiUS$24.00

Nakaochi KalbiUS$20.00

Diamond - Cut KalbiUS$28.00

Prime Harami - Thin CutUS$22.00

Signature Prime Harami - Thick CutUS$32.00

Kuro Miso HaramiUS$26.00

FilletUS$22.00

Chicken

Marinated with SaltUS$16.00

Marinated with Toraji SauceUS$16.00

Marinated Salt with Yuzu Dipping SauceUS$18.00

Marinated with Spicy SauceUS$18.00

Horumon Beef Offal

Assorted HorumonUS$28.00

ShibireUS$12.00

MinoUS$12.00

TsuramiUS$12.00

TetchanUS$12.00

TanagoUS$9.00

GiaraUS$9.00

HatsuUS$9.00

Noodles

Reimen - Cold Noodle Soup*US$18.00