toriciya japanese

rang on sunday evening at 730 to reserve a table for 3 people for 815pm on the same night. however due to unforeseen circumstances, we were unable to make it. we rang straightaway at 8pm to cancel our reservation only to be abused over the phone by the manager for not letting them know sooner. even after apologising to him, he just kept abusing us until finally we just hung up. we were wanting to visit this restaurant for some time and would have postponed our visit for another night. however, after the way were treated, we would never visit thisplaceeven if it was the last japanese restaurant in the world. there are plenty of wonderful japanese restaurants nearby that we will continue to patronise in the future.

please note, there is a common theme to many of the reviews on this establishment. many people have commented on the rudeness of the manager and lack of customer service. it's probably high time you listen to the people who pay your wage and support your business and stop treating people like it's a privilege to be your customer.

sometimes the decor of the restaurant doesn’t match expectations and sometimes you know when you sit down, you’re in for a great meal. we wanna just straight up give thisplacea five but that would break out own rule :)

thisplaceis definitely a hidden gem and honestly you can’t say you’ve had real japanese food until you eat here. simply one of the best in sydney, yeap i’m foodie shaming you into coming here!

everything was great duh~!

i once considered thisplaceto be a hidden gem. the food was great, the atmosphere cosy and intimate, and best of all it was well hidden and frequented only by regular customers and those with recommendations. however, a recent experience has completely changed my impression of aplacei once enjoyed so much.

the customer service at toriciya is without a doubt the worst i have experienced anywhere in sydney. the manager was extremely rude towards our table to the point i was embarrassed to have brought my friends from out of town here for dinner. we were continuously pressured to finish and hand back to table even though it took them an eternity to bring the food out! this is a true reflection of their willingness to sacrifice customer satisfaction for profit.

if you enjoy dining at fast food restaurants, this is theplacefor you. if you enjoy an authentic yakitori restaurant with great food, atmosphere and great service, head to yakitori yurippi at crows nest.

having been a frequent customer at toriciya during the last 8 years, this occasion will be my last!

hidden gem of aplacein the quiet suburbs of the north shore. it looked just like an izakaya straight from japan. there were quite a few tables of japanese people dining, which is always a good endorsement. we got the degustation plus a couple of extra sides. way more food then we can fit in, but i saw the chawanmushi in the menu & i just had to try it! the egg mixture was very smooth & subtle seasoning, just enough to highlight the other meat/prawn in the mix. the dishes of the degustation included a variety of japanese favourites: kingfish sashimi, tempura, wagyu, yakitori skewers, and a trio of sushi. the surprising highlights were the cabbage baked in truffle oil, and the dessert with the fresh strawberry inside the mochi. most of the other dishes were quite good, except for the yakitori skewers and the agadashi tofu (avoid if ordering a la carte). overall a very enjoyable dinner.

this is one of the best authentic japanese restaurant in sydney. the sushi in terms of the rice and the meat are just perfect. make me feel like travelling back to japan. the special and chef recommendation are always on the top of the list. thisplacehas a passion for food.  enough say

the decor in thisplaceis charming. first impression is that it feels very authentic. food is wonderful and service very friendly. tried a variety of yakitori, eggplant, cabbage, sashimi. all very fresh. lots of sake options.

can't rave about thisplaceenough. this seriously one of the best japanese places in sydney.

it is incredibly authentic, people are so friendly, food is amazinggggggggly delicious, wonderful variety, great sale selection.

one of the best japanese restaurant in sydney. it always makes me feel like i've travelled to japan when i'm here. they serve fresh sashimi including my favourite toro and uni !! i also like their skewers which is perfect to have with some sake.

you have to book in advance otherwise there'll be no chance you'll get a table (especially on the weekends) because theplaceis tiny!

what an amazing little gem!!!! hidden away on the street of cammeray, thisplaceis small busy cozy and really does have an amazing ambiance with its japanese decor. the food was just phenomenal - i couldn't fault any of the dishes we ordered. scallops, king fish, chicken and pork belly skewers, wagyu beef, lobster and cabbage topped off with green tea creme brûlée! i am salivating just writing this. a must try everyone and make sure you book!!!

ah, what is it like to walk through sliding wooden doors and pass a curtain?

feels like omen noodle in kyoto if you ask me, absolutely nostalgia.

now you may all think i am. another one of them yuppies who are die hard fans of japan culture and i may be, but i appreciate service and quality. japanese do it well as they have processes. processes generate consistency and kaizen.

my japanese executives swear by it and so do i when i see an authentic japanese restaurant vs a psuedo japanese one run by a bunch of fdi students (oxidized tuna if not beetroot dyed white fish) or koreans (japanese dont use red garnish).

toriciya is genuinely unique. its cramped like them two seater izakayas in osaka and kyoto laneways but its real.

however, if you were to compare the skewers with jugemu, juges wins hands down. the idea of toriciya is not so much the food as pure izas go its more about the guzzle. the grog the oh so delicate warm sake and trunks of asahi or sapporo and golden river bottles of 4.5%ers.

the airconditioning at the bar table is a little strong, best to bring a coat, the reservations needless to say for a small alley way sized eatery must be made. the grills are the best and the croquettes the seafood scallops say, are juicy (i bet defrosted hokkaidos) and the dessert, skip it.

ambience is tops, food is... well if you were really japanese, would you come here...? probably but komaru would be better although its just hapu sushi and not yakitori.

so, if you are up for a suburbia kinda chin wager night and you got a bit kaching and bling in the belt toriciya is definitely theplaceto warm up to the weekend.

toriciya is an incredibly little izakaya well hidden in cammeray, in sydney's lower north shore. the menu is extensive, featuring daily specials and a solid degustation menu. for $60 per head, the degustation is good value for money, providing a varied selection of the highlights of the menu. the kingfish carpaccio with jalapeño and yuzu soy is particularly outstanding and easily beats sake's take on the dish. sushi servings are also generous and wonderfully fresh.

in terms of drinks, toriciya has an impressive range of sakes to choose from, and the menu is particularly adept at describing the different types on offer. sake generally comes in 180ml to 1800mls, with the latter giving you the luxury of choosing your own cup. beers and soft drinks are also on offer.

the restaurant itself has a wonderful vibe - decked out in a traditional izakaya style with lovely trinkets and art works spread throughout. the service is attentive and very friendly indeed, which only makes the food even better. thisplacegives many upmarket, established japanese restaurants a solid run for their money.

thisplaceis well worth the visit - be sure to make a booking and be mindful of the $50 minimum spend per person.

don't like it, won't be returning. 
been hearing people singing the praises of thisplacesince my last visit, so decided to give it another chance. the sashimi was alright, but not spectacular; agedashi tofu was not good; grilled fish head was ok, but also didn't stand out; lobster tempura wasn't fried enough; the ox tongue sauce was too, too sweet; and.. i don't like okra rice (it wasn't my order but yes, that is just a personal preference). 

the sashimi was probably the 'saving' grace, but if i wanted good sashimi, i would go straight to crows nest.

awesomeplaceto be when in sydney. this japanese restaurant is very nicely decorated with super friendly staff. quality of food is excellent, large variety, guarantee fresh, and very consistent. i love their sushi platters and their mixture of different skewers. been here twice before and will not hesitate to return again next time i'm in sydney. their udon & ramen are also very delicious and never cheap-out on their ingredients. great atmosphere and ambiance to the place, thumbs up!

great little japaneseplacethat is actually owned and run by japanese people!
pretty cool how you get to pick you sake cup and bottle from their collection, adds a quirky touch.
the food was great though! the sashimi was super fresh and the yakitori had an amazing smoky flavor to it.
highly recommended and will definitely go back!

best japanese restaurant so far.
we turned up at 8.30. theplaceis full on a tuesday night. this is our first time here so we tried their special of the day menu.
best impression is the raw hokkaido scallop. its so fresh and tender. i can taste the sweetness of the scallop..
its not cheap at the end but the food is so good.