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Zakkushi on Carlton

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Charcoal-grilled kushiyaki from Vancouver's Japanese-owned Zakkushi group — Carlton Street location.

Price
¥¥
Area
Cabbagetown
Since
2013
Chef
Zakkushi group
Owner
Zakkushi group (Vancouver, Japanese)
Zakkushi on Carlton — authentic yakitori restaurant in Toronto, Cabbagetown
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About
Zakkushi opened on Carlton Street in 2013 as the Toronto outpost of Vancouver's Japanese-owned Zakkushi group. The kitchen grills everything over binchōtan: chicken, pork belly, beef tongue, mushrooms, and house specials. A proper kushiyaki specialist rather than a general izakaya.
Neighborhood & visiting

Zakkushi on Carlton sits in Cabbagetown, one of Toronto's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional yakitori restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Japanese-owned Zakkushi group (Vancouver)
  • Binchōtan charcoal grill
  • Kushiyaki specialist menu
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Frequently asked

About Zakkushi on Carlton

Is Zakkushi on Carlton an authentic yakitori restaurant in Toronto?
Yes — Zakkushi on Carlton is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for yakitori in Toronto: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused yakitori format.
Where is Zakkushi on Carlton located?
Zakkushi on Carlton is located at 193 Carlton Street, Toronto, ON M5A 2K7, Toronto, Canada in the Cabbagetown neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Zakkushi on Carlton?
Zakkushi on Carlton does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular yakitori restaurants in Toronto we recommend calling ahead.
What is the price range at Zakkushi on Carlton?
Zakkushi on Carlton sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for yakitori of this format in Toronto.
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