The best Yakitori (Grilled Skewers) in Wellington

Kazu Yakitori & Sake Bar

83/100 (1328 ratings)

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"One of the few places in Wellington for Ramen. This place is alright and the food isn't too bad. Ramen noodles were a little soft for me but the soft..."

Ken Wong

"Really efficient and polite service. The soft shell crab, karaage chicken and the crumbed cheese were our favourites. The gyozas we got with garlic..."

Tanya Engineer

"Visited Kazu yesterday (second time) for a friend's birthday - a total of 12 of us. Everyone's orders looked good and from what they said, tasted..."

Michelle M Almeida

"Had teriyaki chicken on rice today which was 1 of 2 $10 Friday lunch specials on offer - I added the sesame seeds. It was a good portion, was super..."

Sei

"Ramen broth was quite nice. The Pork Belly, Steak, Prawn with garlic Mayo Yakitori sticks were pretty good too. Great place for a snack with friends...."

James Ong

"Came here for lunch, nice and quiet. A few people inside, and outside enjoying the sun. Food arrived pretty quick. We ordered the chicken chilli..."

Edmund Shum

"Come here pretty often with friends and each time we always enjoy it! Such an amazing Restuarant and such good prices. Highly recommend this..."

Jack Birchall

"Good vibe, good food but price was a bit higher than I have expected. The deco is basic and could be improved to provide a warm feeling. Dishes were..."

Christian

"I love this place, because it has the quirky vibe and they have student deal which is awesome!Yakitori is nice but pricey and tiny..."

Joeyy Zahary Ginting

"So much love for the service and the food. Wonderful izakaya dishes. Had okonomiyaki, takoyaki, sushi, rice balls... And more. All of it excellent..."

Cedra

"Tried their new lunch menu of Ramen. They let you chose thin or thick egg noodles in it. When the dish came out, it was a big bowl with very tasty..."

"First time coming here! The staff were friendly and the atmosphere was good! Lots of choices on the menu and was super excited to find ramen there..."

Tofu

"Kazu would be my favourite Japanese restaurant in town, especially the yakitori bar. The staff are very polite and amicable, and the food is amazing!..."

J Isla

"Went there last week and ordered takoyaki for entree and chicken karage don for main.The takoyaki is a bit overpriced and we had just a..."

Vogue Foodie

"they changed their menu, no soba no ramen no mussel pot in the night. Almost everything is like starters or tapas. Not suit for people who want to..."

Carina Chang

"This place is absolutely fantastic. Amazing food, excellent service and a great atmosphere. I came here last night with my family and had a great..."

LucyGoosey

"l have been here about three times for lunch, and every time I have been extremely pleased with the food and the service. The ramen they serve during..."

Adaire Ward

"Nice view!all the food are delicious..the staff very friendly！lunch for Reman and Don both are nice..a good place for a little party with..."

Crystal

"We went for dinner as a family. I really like the japanese hospitality and especially japanese food. It is quite easy for me to spend quite a lot on..."

Kate S

"Oh finally someone has filled the gap in Wellington for some good most authentic ramen in Wellington.Recently opened for lunch serving..."

Rosemary Young

"A true wee gem! Loved the service and atmosphere, and the food was simply devine! Rie, the chef was chirpy and cheerful and happy to help my partner..."

Toni Caldwell

"Love this place.Very authentic. Love the way the staff communicate with each other, periodically shouting out in unison (something..."

Paul Lee

"We've eaten here regularly and this cosy bar is always lively and pleasant. It feels very authentic and we'd recommend diving in headfirst trying a..."

David Benjes

"Now this is a funky place. Great location with a good range of flavorsome Japanese dishes and Bento. Place is a little tight though, we..."

Leanne

"Nice fun busy little place.Food is well priced, very nicely presented and fresh. They have all the classics plus a few slightly more..."

Catherine

"Excellent atmosphere and great place to eatThe Sake and Japanese beer on offer is also good.Food was delivered promptly and..."

Vincent G

"Love this restaurant good service good food and..."

Pitchaya

"I love this resturant!! After coming back from living in Japan I had been searching for a resturant that captured what I was missing. Kazu does..."

Marise Gold

"This place is awesome, went there with two great friends of mine, and had an awesome Japanese experience...It does get quite full, so get in quick..."

Siobhan Donaldson

"You can watch your food be grilled as skillful, cheerful chefs coax flames higher just metres from your face. The food is top notch and the..."

Mimus

"Very good food. Lots of choices and real japanese theme feels. Good place for yakitori and some beers. Would 100%..."

ponpon

"The food is excellent, traditional Japanese food and the staff are always welcoming as soon as you..."

Stanković

"I came here for a late dinner and to be honest, it was awesome. We shared several different things at our table so I got to try a wide variety of..."

Michael Davidson

"So glad we found this place! Everything we ordered was so delicious, and I have eaten a lot of yakitori in Auckland and overseas. The Yakitori was..."

Karen Ng

"Perfect little spot, even eating solo as I just did this Saturday night. Atmosphere is mean, food is mean, they put a lot of care into what they do...."

Ghost Advance

"The food was amazing. We kept ordering one after the other. Authentic Japanese vibes. Must visit with a group of..."

Gautam Roy

"Have been here twice and am looking forward to more. Great vibe with a warm welcoming and welcoming felling. Bang drumbs when you arrive or leave...."

Tashi Sutton

"Had fun here! Walked in with a friend and shared a couple of dishes. Love their sochu cocktails for under $10. Keen to come again for a full..."

Sinalei Faulalo

"Authentic Japanese food that was delicious, with great service. Felt very much like being in an Izakaya. Highly recommend if you are in Wellington..."

Jared Box

"Great atmosphere and food, would 100% recommend if you're craving some japanese..."

Elias Oscar Camenzind

"The best garlic tonkatsu ramen..."

May Ngo

"Good food at good prices. Service was quick. Atmosphere was very good. Keep an eye out for the daily lunch specials. Students get a free upgrade to..."

silentmoon1108

"Very good service, polite and well mannered staff. The food is delicious. The lunch specials (Monday to Friday) are a fantastic deal. If you like..."

Andrea Merlo

"One of the few restaurants open at 9pm. Ordered curry Katsu set and Salmon salad with Karaage. Order came pretty quickly. Salmon salad was not..."