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About this place
Start with a few generously sized skewers, choosing the cuts that appeal to you. Sumimoto serves yakitori such as seseri (chicken neck), whole heart, bonjiri (chicken tail) and negima (chicken and spring onion), and visitors have remarked on the substantial size of the skewers. Some describe the seseri as filling, with a springy texture, while the whole heart has been praised for its intact shape and moist bite. If you order several familiar favourites, mixing cuts lets you compare their distinct flavours as you go.
For a twist on a classic, consider the cheese tsukune, or chicken meatball. Visitors enjoy the contrast between the meatball’s soft texture and the richness of the cheese. Sasami (chicken tenderloin) is listed with a choice of salt, yuzu pepper, cheese, ume plum and shiso, or mentaiko mayonnaise, so you can vary the flavour to suit your preference.
Chicken sashimi and tataki are other options between skewers. Reviews mention diners comparing cuts such as thigh, breast and tenderloin in an assortment, as well as enjoying thigh tataki with yuzu pepper or wasabi. The menu lists tenderloin sashimi and thigh tataki, along with three- and five-piece assortments. Starting with an assortment and ordering more of a favourite is one way to explore the selection.
There are also dishes to round out the meal. Carbonara appears in several reviews, described as a filling dish with a rich, cheesy sauce and sausage; one diner said they were surprised by its substantial portion. If you like the idea of finishing an izakaya meal with noodles after chicken dishes, it is worth noting. The regular menu also includes oyakodon (chicken and egg rice bowl), rice with raw egg, grilled rice balls and Sumimoto’s udon, for those who would rather finish with a rice dish. Whether you are sampling skewers at an easy pace or sharing small plates and drinks with friends, there is room to make the meal your own. Reservations are available, and visitors have reported booking ahead, so you may want to reserve if your plans are set.
