# Torigoya > Small yakitori spot with an open kitchen showcases charcoal-grilled chicken skewers and a relaxed Japanese vibe. Counter seating offers a close view of chefs grilling, creating an intimate dining experience. The place fills quickly, so reservations are essential to avoid waiting. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Torigoya - Address: 123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka St #203, Los Angeles, California, United States - Phone: +12136870690 - Website: http://www.torigoyala.com/ - Google rating: 4.1 (164 reviews) ## What it is good for - Authentic — 10/10 - Food — 9.2/10 - Yakitori — 8.9/10 - Japanese Food — 8.8/10 - Meatballs — 8.8/10 - Beer — 8.3/10 - Dinner Spots — 8/10 ## What people say - "The Japanese food here is amazing, especially the perfectly grilled yakitori." - "The yakitori here is grilled to perfection, hot and smoky." - "I found the yakitori here to be authentic, tender, and juicy." ## Good to know - Reservations are a MUST here unless you don't mind waiting. - Torigoya is walk-in only. - Street parking is available and safe, and I have been lucky to find an open metered spot. - The wait to be seated is less than 30 minutes, but with fewer options. - Prices are average for yakitori in LA, but the skewers taste above average. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.