Reviews of Otto Yakitori Izakaya show a wide range of experiences, with the atmosphere and vibe often praised for warmth and authenticity, though some diners find the music too loud or the club-like energy distracting. Food quality is mixed: many skewers are described as flavorful and well cooked, with favorites like yakitori, hamachi tataki, and karaage, while others mention bland or underseasoned items, cold buns, or undercooked noodles. Pricing and portion sizes are a recurring point, with some calling the value fair for the quality and drinks, while others call it overpriced or small portions and note added booking or service fees. Service quality also varies, described as attentive and friendly by some, but slower or inconsistent during busy periods by others. Overall, Otto Yakitori Izakaya is viewed as a lively place with strong decor and drink options, offering a notably authentic izakaya vibe, yet reviews indicate that experiences can differ in flavor, pacing, and value.
Undercooked noodles, bland chicken broth tasted like dishwater, soggy stone pot rice. Overpriced yakitori with nothing distinctive at all. Walked out feeling COLDER than when we came in.
Otto Yakitori is the spot if you're craving incredible grilled skewers & a fire atmosphere. The food is consistently excellent - every skewer is packed with flavor & cooked perfectly.
You also can't ask for better service. Fanny & Kina always take care of you with genuine hospitality, & Coco, the manager, is super kind & welcoming.
Honestly, it's one of the best places to chill, eat well, & enjoy the vibe. Highly recommend!
Beautiful little authentic experience. The matcha cocktail & yuzu liquor are as amazing as the various grilled treats. My faves were the eel & pork belly.
Been several years since my last visit to Otto Yakitori Izakaya. It was fairly busy for a late Sunday dinner. More of a light meal spot.
- Brussel sprouts ($9.00) - small but nicely cooked & topped with pumpkin seeds
- Yakitori Otto set ($19.00 for 6) - negihama, momo, tsukune, tebasaki, kawa & hatsu. All the skewers were tender, favourite was the heart
- Curry don ($16.00) - Japanese curry had a nice underlying heat to it. Had a couple potatoes, chicken & pickled ginger mixed in
Nov 2, 2025
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Very nice & cozy place, we really enjoyed our dinner the yakitori skewers were delicious, especially the yuzu skewers & chicken thighs. The service was amazing, staff are friendly. Totally recommend
Great atmosphere but service was just okay. We weren't too impressed by the quality of food. Skewers were not bad, but not a fan of mustard & mayo combo with the baos.
Comparables aux yakitoris qu'on retrouve au Japon. Le staff était gentil. J'adore qu'il y avait aussi des sélections de Highball & Chuhai (cocktails qui se boivent souvent dans des izakaya) Nous avons adoré notre souper!
nice place to go, food overall real good in the yakitori side of things, a bit smaller than I'd like for the price but that's somewhat expected for yakitori. kaarage was perfect, negima as well. downside was the hatsu which I found a little bland. but overall good place, would go again.
The food is good, the decor is nice, service is ok. I did not like the loud rock music though, very unusual in an izakaya restaurant. The buns with braised pork were cold & came with pickles, still very surprising. I am happy I tried it but it is not the kind of izakaya I am used to. So be aware of that when trying it. & no happy hour offered vs what says the black board. Still worth the try.
Jul 31, 2025
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One of my go-to spot, great food & ambiance, sometimes the music is off tho (it was like a club vibe; quite loud &'beaty'instead of a chill pub resto). Their bao buns & fried squid tentacles NEVER miss !! so delicious every time, drinks are good as well & decent portion. They did increase the price $18 for 2 buns instead of $16, as well as the bibimbap, quite steep, but still within affordability.
Good yakitori, the flavors were there but they served the skewers luke warm instead of just from the fire & that's a bit unforgivable, it ruined it a bit for me. The chicken karaage was delicious.
