Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan｜神鶏 市ヶ谷店

Was looking for a friendly and authentic yakitori restaurant and definitely found it in here. The food was fresh, hot, and delicious, and the atmosphere was perfect. The service was attentive and gracious to two tired folks who just wanted some good eats—certainly some personality, but not overbearing.

When you come in you'll think how am I going to order food here. Not all employees knows English but the owner was amazing! Rule is you need to order a beer (small, medium, big or large) and food I believe. He'll try to help you to select a menu. The food was great. Enjoyed it very much and he'll double check with you if it's ok. The vibe is very local. Just keep in mind it is allowed to smoke here. After a satisfying dinner around midnight I wanted to give the owner a tip (although I know it isn't common) he refused. Will come here again at the end of my Tokyo trip just to thank him again.

Had a great dinner here, very friendly and excellent service!