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Izakaya Toribar

IzakayaYakitoriIzakayaMidtown EastSake Den

A basement Midtown East izakaya on East 56th Street — The Infatuation calls it one of the best in the city for its big smoky grill and underground sake den.

Price
¥¥¥
Area
Midtown East
Since
2020
Izakaya Toribar — authentic izakaya restaurant in New York, Midtown East
Plate № 690
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About
Izakaya Toribar at 164 East 56th Street is a basement izakaya notable for its large binchōtan grill and atmospheric sake den below the main dining room. The Infatuation named it among their best Midtown East izakayas, citing the combination of serious yakitori, a broad sake selection, and a moody underground setting.
Neighborhood & visiting

Izakaya Toribar sits in Midtown East, one of New York's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused izakaya counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional izakaya restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • The Infatuation recommends it as one of the best Midtown izakayas
  • Big smoky grill — serious yakitori in a basement setting
  • Underground sake den — atmospheric and well-stocked
Links
Reserve →Website →Map →Yelp →Tripadvisor →Instagram →

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Frequently asked

About Izakaya Toribar

Is Izakaya Toribar an authentic izakaya restaurant in New York?
Yes — Izakaya Toribar is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for izakaya in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
Where is Izakaya Toribar located?
Izakaya Toribar is located at 164 E 56th St, New York, NY 10022, New York, USA in the Midtown East neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Izakaya Toribar?
Izakaya Toribar accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Izakaya Toribar?
Izakaya Toribar sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in New York.
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