Located in Sri Hartamas, this yakitori joint, formerly known as Toridoki, also serves kushikatsu, Osaka-style skewers that breads and deep fries the meat and vegetables. The restaurant only focuses on chicken (sorry pork and beef fans), but does every part of the bird extremely well. If other members aren't in the mood for skewers, there are also other tasty alternatives, like sukiyaki and oyakodon. Free valet parking is also an added bonus.

Itsumo | No. 40, Jalan 24/70a, Desa Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur | +603-6206 4676 | Monday-Friday, 5:30pm-11:30pm; Saturday & Sunday, 12pm-3pm, 5-11:30pm

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Though more well-known for its superb cuts of meat, a Kingu Kongu dining experience should not exclude its kushiyaki. It's umami at first bite at Kingu Kongu thanks to its special sweet and salty sauce, which will leave you wanting more. 

Kingu Kongu | 5&7, Jalan Yap Ah Shak, Chow Kit, 50300 Kuala Lumpur +6012-871 5456 | Tuesday-Thursday,12pm–2:30pm, 5pm-9:30pm; Friday ,12pm-2:30pm, 5pm-10:30pm; Saturday-Sunday 1pm-11pm

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Japas, the genius combination between Japanese izakaya grub and Spanish tapas, is growing in popularity and Peko Peko TTDI does it just right. Its wide yakitori selection is sure to satisfy your palate along with its wide range of drinks that accompany the food perfectly. Be sure to get an order of baby scallops, chicken wings and, if you're feeling fancy, Wagyu. On top of its yakitori, Peko Peko's garlic fried rice is also a crowd-pleaser with the char of the fried rice hitting all the right notes. 

Peko Peko TTDI | Greens Terrace, 1-2, Jalan Wan Kadir 3, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur | +6013-627 8895 | Monday-Sunday, 12–2:30pm, 5pm–12am

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Another homegrown yakitori eatery, this non-halal Sri Hartamas restaurant aims to recreate the look and feel of a Japanese izakaya, complete with adornments on the wall. While alcohol and skewered meats are in no short supply here, Butaya also serves a wide range of Japanese foods like tonkatsu and tamagoyaki, to name a few. While not exactly specialists and more of a jack of all trades type of izakaya, the restaurant's cozy atmosphere and neighbourhood feel has its own charm.

Butaya Izakaya | 14, Jalan Sri Hartamas 8, Taman Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur | +603-2389 4172 | Monday-Friday, 1:30pm-3pm, 5pm-11:30pm; Saturday-Sunday, 12:30pm-3pm, 5pm-11:30pm

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From Tokyo to KL, Toritama over at Solaris Dutamas is another chicken specialist yakitori restaurant, featuring a diverse menu of all things fowl. From meatballs, liver, kidney, heart and more, diners should try to dine at the grill bar for the ultimate experience. And don't be afraid to ask the waiter to recommend a bottle of a sake to make the evening all the better.

Toritama | Publika Dutamas, D3-G3- No. 1, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur | +603-6211 0306 | Tuesday-Sunday, 12pm-3pm, 5:30pm-10:30pm

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If sticks and maki is what you want, then sticks and maki is what you'll get at this Taman Tun Dr. Ismail eatery. Definitely a place to bring your friends for a relaxed and fun night out, the restaurant is a definite go-to for good drinks, good food, and good service. The minimalist design adds to its sleek ambience and the lounge upstairs is ideal for a post-yakitori and maki nightcap. 

Sticks N Maki | No. 118, Jalan Burhanuddin Helmi, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur | +6014-677 4687 | Tuesday-Thursday, 3pm-12am; Friday-Saturday, 12pm-12am; Sunday, 12pm-10pm

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