Sozai is a real Japanese pub with creative flair.

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An Atlantic blog contributor accidentally tried some whale in Japan. Bad news for his conscience, but good fodder for us.

Home-style chow for drinking at Kappa.

Hey all, So I will be traveling up from Baltimore on the weekend of the 20th. My wife and I honeymooned in Vancouver, B.C. where Izakaya is very popular we have been dying to get to another Izakaya restaurant since we’ve...

Wondering if anyone has dined at this new Japanese restaurant at the Borgata yet? the menu looks interesting, Thanks Curt

There’s a fundamental problem with Izakayas in America. These places aren’t really supposed to be restaurants, and you certainly should not require a reservation for one. They’re just supposed to be simple bar...

I’m going to up in Toronto next week and I would like to experience some real authentic izakaya-style food. It seems Ematei is a favorite on these boards. Do they have a large selection of skewered things? Is it offered at...

Hello Chowhounders, i heard that there is an Izakaya place that opened not long ago somewhere around Yonge & Sheppard or Finch or something. can anyone kindly confirm if this is the case or not, as i am searching for Izakaya in...

Are there any izakayas in Phoenix or Scottsdale? Yasu has some bar and pub food on its menu, but is quite limited in selection and variety. Was wondering if there is anything better out there ...

I am finishing up my Vancouver plans and I have a few questions about the izakaya spots in Vancouver. Some background information: my wife will be 6 months pregnant with twins at the time of our visit to Vancouver, so she...

3 buddies and myself are traveling to your lovely city at the end of this month for a bit of fun and having lived in Japan I’ve forgotten what it’s like to be in a Japanese Izakaya....so what are your thoughts as to...

I was happy to learn that Sebo decided to shake things up a bit and offer izakaya on Sundays. While their sushi is fantastic (and served Tues-Sat), they’re talented with the stove/grill as well. The menu will be changing...

Hi, I’m a big fan of izakaya cuisine, my two favourites are happa izakaya, and the guus(of course). I’ve also been to the izakaya place on Davie st.(forget the name). Are there more delicious izakaya bars in Vancouver?...