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Fujitori Yakitori & Sake Bar

JapaneseYakitoriSakeAll-you-can-eatJapanese skewersIntimate dining

Fujitori is Neutral Bay's first dedicated yakitori and sake bar, opened in 2025 by Japanese chef-owner Nao Kobayashi, whose kanji name 不二鳥 signals a serious commitment to the craft. The warm, timber-accented space seats a small, intimate crowd drawn to authentic Japanese skewer cooking and a curated sake list.

Price
¥¥
Area
Neutral Bay
Since
2025
Chef
Nao Kobayashi
Fujitori Yakitori & Sake Bar — authentic japanese restaurant in Sydney, Neutral Bay
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About
Nestled on Grosvenor Street among Neutral Bay's quickly evolving dining strip, Fujitori brings a piece of Japan's neighbourhood yakitori culture to Sydney's lower north shore. Chef-owner Nao Kobayashi operates the kitchen with the focused intensity of a small Tokyo tori-bar, applying Japanese skewering and charcoal techniques to quality proteins and seasonal vegetables. The minimalist fit-out — warm timber finishes, soft lighting, counter seating — creates an atmosphere that rewards leisurely sake consumption alongside expertly grilled skewers. Having already become a sought-after booking within months of opening, Fujitori represents the kind of chef-driven, single-focus Japanese restaurant that is increasingly rare in suburban Sydney.
Neighborhood & visiting

Fujitori Yakitori & Sake Bar sits in Neutral Bay, one of Sydney's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional yakitori restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Japanese chef-owner Nao Kobayashi's direct involvement in the kitchen guarantees the cooking quality and cultural authenticity that distinguish Fujitori from generic yakitori-influenced venues.
  • The intimate scale and neighbourhood setting on Grosvenor Street reproduce the close, personal atmosphere of a Tokyo tori-bar far more convincingly than larger city-centre yakitori operations.
  • Advance bookings are already required on weekend nights within months of opening — a clear signal of a quality offer resonating strongly with diners.

Opened late 2025. Chef-owner Nao Kobayashi co-locates with the Okome rice shop space on Grosvenor Street. The restaurant's Japanese kanji branding (不二鳥) reflects a traditional yakitori identity. Phone and website not yet confirmed in public sources.

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Frequently asked

About Fujitori Yakitori & Sake Bar

Is Fujitori Yakitori & Sake Bar an authentic japanese restaurant in Sydney?
Yes — Fujitori Yakitori & Sake Bar is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Sydney: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused yakitori format.
Where is Fujitori Yakitori & Sake Bar located?
Fujitori Yakitori & Sake Bar is located at 19 Grosvenor St, Neutral Bay NSW 2089, Sydney, Australia in the Neutral Bay neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Fujitori Yakitori & Sake Bar?
Fujitori Yakitori & Sake Bar does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular yakitori restaurants in Sydney we recommend calling ahead.
What is the price range at Fujitori Yakitori & Sake Bar?
Fujitori Yakitori & Sake Bar sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Sydney.
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