Anyone been to a decent Japanese tapas type place in Toronto? I love some of the ones in Vancouver – Like Happa Izakaya... but haven’t found anything in TO that compares. (10 replies, last updated by wearpants March 22, 2007)

Any authentic izakaya restaurants in San Francisco? (1 reply, last updated by nmf May 23, 2005)

One of my favorite things to do in Japan is to hit the izakaya! Okonomiyaki, grilled salmon, sashimi, mmmm...... octopus cooked on one of those grids of boiling oden.... delicious sake from a local kura... my mouth is watering! Are... (2 replies, last updated by sasscat1 August 22, 2002)

Going to be in L.A. in July and would love to find a good Izakaya. I am staying in southwest L.A. near Long Beach but will be downtown and in Gardena. (5 replies, last updated by jaydee June 3, 2005)

I know this is two posts in a row, but I just wanted to throw this out there... There’s been a bit of discussion on the board lately about Izakaya, a new Japanese noodle place on Front. We tried it last night, and were... (16 replies, last updated by George W. January 19, 2006)

I’m moving from New York in a couple of weeks...does anybody know anything about the japanese restaurants in the suburbs? I’m looking for something authentic and not serving the usual sushi fare. A bonus would be a... (5 replies, last updated by Courtney December 19, 2005)

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... (19 replies, last updated by E Eto November 16, 2009)

Wondering if anyone has dined at this new Japanese restaurant at the Borgata yet? the menu looks interesting, Thanks Curt (0 replies, last updated by cpski August 10, 2008)

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... (5 replies, last updated by yCf January 5, 2009)

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... (2 replies, last updated by childofthestorm September 1, 2008)

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... (9 replies, last updated by Popdoggy March 23, 2008)

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 ... (4 replies, last updated by johnseberg September 8, 2008)

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... (12 replies, last updated by fmed April 7, 2008)

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... (11 replies, last updated by jmajor July 16, 2008)

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... (20 replies, last updated by shortexact May 24, 2008)