Tasting Journey #41 - Zakkushi

Zakkushi
823 Denman Street,
Vancouver, B.C. V6G2L7
604.685.1136
http://www.zakkushi.com/


Japanese izakaya that specializes in charcoal grilled skewers (yakitori). The ambiance is similar to Guu.
The restaurant is tiny, and always packed.  Lots of people go there to drink beer and eat skewers on the side.
My favourite yakitori item is their P-Toro.  The pork is soooo juicy, and the sprinkle of salt completely brings out the sweetness of the juice.
My favourite non-yakitori is their Mentaiko Kimchi Udon.

Super juicy P-Toro

Mentaiko Kimchi udon

Of course, yaki-mochi (sticky rice) is also a must try. It is soo crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. 

Grilled Okra topped with bonito flakes is also quite good and unique too.

We ordered a lot of different yakitori's to try out. The plum-flavoured ones are also quite interesting. Brings a freshness that well compliments the grease of the meat.  The only thing that I didn't find extraordinary was the tsukune - a minced chicken wrapped around the skewer.  Maybe it's my own preference, but I think a full piece of chicken much better seals the juice within.

 

We ended up spending around $40 total for the two of us. This is quite an average price for an izakaya place in Vancouver. 

Quality: Excellent
Price: Good
Yes, I would go back again!