01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
At Fujitaya, the pleasure lies in grilling jidori chicken yourself, yakiniku-style, rather than waiting for skewered yakitori to arrive. Neck skin and neck meat are favourites among repeat visitors, while another diner recalls the aromatic, juicy seseri (chicken neck meat). It is a good choice for sampling different textures and cooking each cut to your liking. If you enjoy the firm chew of mature chicken, one review’s praise for the range of cuts may appeal. The menu also features chicken skirt, described as a select cut with plenty of umami and a satisfyingly firm texture. You could start with a few grilled options and compare the different cuts.
Seasoning the meat to your taste is another pleasure of grilling at the table. One diner enjoyed rubbing the cooked meat over a rock-salt plate with a squeeze of lemon. Another noted that sauces and seasonings include tare, salt and pepper, yuzu kosho and ponzu. Try the meat as served first, then add condiments or the rock salt for a change of pace. Chicken sashimi and chicken tataki offer a different experience from the grilled dishes. One diner recommended the chicken sashimi assortment; another mentioned the firm texture of Miyazaki jidori chicken tataki. Either could be a good choice alongside the grilled cuts for a contrast in texture.
Zaru ramen is a frequent pick to finish the meal, and it is listed on the menu. Diners have found it easy to enjoy after the grilled dishes, and reviews mention the firm noodles and refreshing dipping sauce. One person also changed up the flavour with the rock-salt plate after trying the dipping sauce. It is a welcome choice for anyone who wants noodles to round off a meal after grilled chicken. Other options include chicken rice porridge, chicken-soup ochazuke, and ochazuke with ume or salmon. If you would rather finish with a warm rice dish, these are worth considering. Beer is also available, leaving you free to build the meal around your preferences, from a drink with the grilled dishes to a final bowl or plate.
Grilling the jidori chicken yourself is part of the pleasure, as is choosing the cuts and seasonings. The restaurant recommends reservations for dinner, so consider booking if you decide to visit.
