Yakitori restaurant

I think this is a very good izakaya (that’s why I’m giving one extra star), especially by Auckland standard. It’s only that the waiter I encountered was ridiculous. Not only was he not capable of taking my order, besides he didn’t speak a single sentence of Japanese and being extremely impolite, so that I needed to finish my large house sake before I could taste any of the food I ordered to accompany the alcohol, but also he asked for my ID and stared at it for an extremely long period of time that I suspect maybe he remembered my passport number for some crime, who knows, when I added something to my order, not to mention that order was completely not taken. I feel sorry for the owner, your establishment definitely deserves better staff. The other waitress who speaks Japanese was super nice though, I wish she could duplicate herself to handle the crowd. I really appreciate her for apologising for her stupid co-worker, omg that must be a nightmare to work with somebody like that. But no doubt East Asian women are so used to doing everything for men for absolutely nothing in return, thanks to the absurd patriarchy and misogyny there. My sorryness for her is maximised. The contrast between staffs was stunning, to the extent that I have no intention of commenting on the food anymore. And I just feel so angry when thinking of them getting the same wages, given that Capitalism is not gonna end today. Btw the house sake was a bit too sweet for me. When it was found out my order was not delivered to the kitchen, I missed my chance of getting those skewers forever. How pity is that. Since there’s no possibility of me returning regardlessly.

You can find homemade Japanese food here, good taste.

Myself and my friends came here because the restaurant we wanted to go to next door (Thai) was fully booked. Was a good choice! I loved the chicken karaage and gyoza, authentic flavour. Will definitely be back again.

Great food and service. Was very quiet when we went. Kids enjoyed it!

absolutely wonderful in every way. The food was perfect and the service was really great too - they made everybody feel special. I can’t recommend it enough!!!! we left with the warmest fuzzies. 大正ありがとうございます！

From the moment you step into Arashi Kushiyaki Bar, you are greeted with warm hospitality. The attentive service and delicious izakaya-style dishes make it a favorite among locals.

Okay, Arashi Kushiyaki is honestly one of the best resurants I have been to ever. Great food, lovely people and did I mention great food? Very reasonable prices and a great menu with lots of options for adults and kids. Will visit again in the near future.

I used to frequent this restaurant with my family for more than 10 years when I lived in the area. I recently came back to the area with my fiancee for a date, everything was just as I had remembered. The food tasted the same and the atmosphere is still great. I'm glad they have been able to survive the pandemic and hope they keep making the food I love.

Beautiful restaurant with a great atmosphere. Food was absolutely incredible, a little on the pricey side but amazing for a special occasion - went for my partner's birthday. Staff were lovely! The passionfruit mocktail was our favorite and absolutely to die for, no alcohol required.

Great food and plum wine. Friendly service and an authentic experience. You can sit and watch the yakitori being cooked over coals at the bar.I recommend the salmon 5 skewer set. I like to get a small $4 bowl of rice with it. Then 1 other thing to round out the meal. The cheese chicken things are really nice or a share platter like the beef tataki(thin strips of raw meat beautifully seasoned with some shredded cabbage.)