Ken Yakitori Bar
55 Anzac Avenue, Auckland City Centre, Auckland City, Auckland
Physical address
P O Box 106-574, Auckland City Post Shop, Central City, Auckland, 1010
Postal address
Japanese Yakitori Bar
dessa8
Fun with Skewers!!!
KEN Yakitori Bar is the first char-grilled Yakitori Bar in New Zealand established 1997.
When you came in, you can feel just like stay in Japan. We have so many choices of Yakitori skewers that there must be something to suit you. Your taste buds!
KEN Yakitori Bar is the first char-grilled Yakitori Bar in New Zealand established 1997.
When you came in, you can feel just like stay in Japan. We have so many choices of Yakitori skewers that there must be something to suit you. Your taste buds!
Business Hours
- Mon
- 6:00pm – 1:00am
- Tue
- 6:00pm – 1:00am
- Wed
- 6:00pm – 1:00am
- Thu
- 6:00pm – 1:00am
- Fri
- 6:00pm – 1:00am
- Sat
- 6:00pm – 1:00am
- Sun
- 6:00pm – 1:00am
Meal Price
Mid Range - $20 to $30
Size
5 - 49 Employees
Payment Options
Dress
Licensing
We offer
Cuisines
Japanese
Established
1997
About the venue
- Children
- Allowed anytime
- Smoking
- No smoking
- Capacity
- 50
Facilities
Venue Type
Restaurant/Cafe
Entrance Fee
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dessa8
7th October 2010
Top notch Japanese Teppan Yaki bar. Come here every year for family birthdays, a favourite in our house! The pork wrapped prawns & chicken thighs are tender and delicious, highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to find a regular hangout or for a special occasion. You will not be disappointed in the food, that I promise!
Top notch Japanese Teppan Yaki bar. Come here every year for family birthdays, a favourite in our house! The pork wrapped prawns & chicken thighs are tender and delicious, highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to find a regular hangout or for a special occasion. You will not be disappointed in the food, that I promise!
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ashlukris
28th September 2010
Absolutely love this place, the beef tongue is to die for! Also love the karaage chicken. Fab service, fantastic food, great environment. Can't rave enough!
Absolutely love this place, the beef tongue is to die for! Also love the karaage chicken. Fab service, fantastic food, great environment. Can't rave enough!
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danielstrums
7th September 2010
This is one of my favorite hangouts. The beef tongue skewers are delicious :) and on the plus side they serve some of the best beer in the world. I would recommend Kirin ichiban to everyone. tasty. however be prepared to spend some money if you are planning to eat yourself full.
This is one of my favorite hangouts. The beef tongue skewers are delicious :) and on the plus side they serve some of the best beer in the world. I would recommend Kirin ichiban to everyone. tasty. however be prepared to spend some money if you are planning to eat yourself full.
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Lily06
6th September 2010
Love this place! Have been going for years. The skewers are so nice and heaps to try. Great service and great food, will keep coming back!
Love this place! Have been going for years. The skewers are so nice and heaps to try. Great service and great food, will keep coming back!
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Sumo_Bean
3rd September 2010
I lived in Japan for a while and this is the closest you will get to a typical yakitori bar in Auckland with respect to menu selection, interior and atmosphere. Small and cosy and good patronage. Menu keeps it very close to what you'd expect in your average japanese yakitori bar. Good nihonshuu(sake) and range of japanese beers and chu his (those fruity cocktails). When my japan fever kicks in, there's no other place that's a better cure.
I lived in Japan for a while and this is the closest you will get to a typical yakitori bar in Auckland with respect to menu selection, interior and atmosphere. Small and cosy and good patronage. Menu keeps it very close to what you'd expect in your average japanese yakitori bar. Good nihonshuu(sake) and range of japanese beers and chu his (those fruity cocktails). When my japan fever kicks in, there's no other place that's a better cure.
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foodmaniac
29th August 2010
Yum yum yum... No other words for these skewers. But it's not only the skewers that are really good at Ken Yakitori. Do give the beef tataki and crispy chicken skin a try as you will be pleasantly surprised!!! Do prepare for a buzz though, as the place is quite small and it does get really busy for dinner.
Yum yum yum... No other words for these skewers. But it's not only the skewers that are really good at Ken Yakitori. Do give the beef tataki and crispy chicken skin a try as you will be pleasantly surprised!!! Do prepare for a buzz though, as the place is quite small and it does get really busy for dinner.
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TheAvani
26th July 2010
The candid atmosphere of this small bar will catch you by surprise. Once your eyes adjust to the dim lighting and you've taken a seat amid the bamboo and wooden surronds, the sushi chefs making their sizzling dishes are a delight to watch as you sit perched at the bar. Ideal for a small group or duo the food lives up to the atmosphere of this cosy place. We had about 5 different 'small plates' of fish and chicken based dishes along with a sake and Japanese beer. All this just cost us around $25 each and was definitely value for money. I would go there once again and recommend you do too.
The candid atmosphere of this small bar will catch you by surprise. Once your eyes adjust to the dim lighting and you've taken a seat amid the bamboo and wooden surronds, the sushi chefs making their sizzling dishes are a delight to watch as you sit perched at the bar. Ideal for a small group or duo the food lives up to the atmosphere of this cosy place. We had about 5 different 'small plates' of fish and chicken based dishes along with a sake and Japanese beer. All this just cost us around $25 each and was definitely value for money. I would go there once again and recommend you do too.
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Chilli18
26th July 2010
From outside, may seem just another little shop, once uou stepped in ... Voila! It's a really cool and chic place to hang-out with friends for something light and delicious! A lot of Auckland Uni students hang-out here as well. Personally, I love the Lamb skewer and Karage chicken ... but they have heaps of variety to choose!
From outside, may seem just another little shop, once uou stepped in ... Voila! It's a really cool and chic place to hang-out with friends for something light and delicious! A lot of Auckland Uni students hang-out here as well. Personally, I love the Lamb skewer and Karage chicken ... but they have heaps of variety to choose!
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duriandurian
26th July 2010
I take my hat off to the people behind Ken Bar. Many moons back they introduced a completely new kind of food - not just Japanese, but Japanese BBQ on skewers. Damn gutsy! It's not easy to break new ground, but in my mind they totally smashed it! Just last night my Japanese housemate and I were discussing how popular Sushi Trains are in both Japan and Asia, but despite numerous attempts in Auckland, only one remains in the Viaduct. So kudos to Ken Bar and its multiple branches - they are the original and still one of the very best. If you are a newbie, do your tastebuds a favour, and check them out on K Road or Anzac Ave.
I take my hat off to the people behind Ken Bar. Many moons back they introduced a completely new kind of food - not just Japanese, but Japanese BBQ on skewers. Damn gutsy! It's not easy to break new ground, but in my mind they totally smashed it! Just last night my Japanese housemate and I were discussing how popular Sushi Trains are in both Japan and Asia, but despite numerous attempts in Auckland, only one remains in the Viaduct. So kudos to Ken Bar and its multiple branches - they are the original and still one of the very best. If you are a newbie, do your tastebuds a favour, and check them out on K Road or Anzac Ave.
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Uros
23rd July 2010
Very cozy place, been here several times. It's good to go with a group or just by yourself. The food is great, there are too many favourites to choose from.
Very cozy place, been here several times. It's good to go with a group or just by yourself. The food is great, there are too many favourites to choose from.
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nz_jewel
16th July 2010
One of the best Japanese restaurant I've been too in a while. Yes it is quite small downstairs but I feel that helps create the great atmosphere. The karage chicken and tofu with teriyaki sauce were really good (we got another order of both. I recommend you check it out
One of the best Japanese restaurant I've been too in a while. Yes it is quite small downstairs but I feel that helps create the great atmosphere. The karage chicken and tofu with teriyaki sauce were really good (we got another order of both. I recommend you check it out
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missGG
15th July 2010
If you want to find out what real Japanese people will have after hard work – this is the place to go! Order a miso dip to have with the free bowl of cabbage to have with your yakitori and sake. You have to book on the weekend nights /seats are not the most comfortable, the place is quite small and the bathroom is not the best but still it guarantees a fun night out with friends.
If you want to find out what real Japanese people will have after hard work – this is the place to go! Order a miso dip to have with the free bowl of cabbage to have with your yakitori and sake. You have to book on the weekend nights /seats are not the most comfortable, the place is quite small and the bathroom is not the best but still it guarantees a fun night out with friends.
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bliss84
13th July 2010
Nice setting. Good food especially the karage chicken (deep fried chicken). But overpriced for some of the menu items. Good place to hang out with friends over a casual dinner. =)
Nice setting. Good food especially the karage chicken (deep fried chicken). But overpriced for some of the menu items. Good place to hang out with friends over a casual dinner. =)
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pelosim
2nd March 2007
I have had the pleasure of a eating at Ken's on two occasions. On both occasions I found the food to be excellent:- succulent, tasty and addictive. Obvious care is taken in food preparation, cooking and presentation - the mark of an establishment passionate about their food. The waiting staff are polite, friendly and speak just enough English to take your order while feeding the illusion you're in a foreign land. Ken is a great place for a great night out - whether you're with a collection of friends or trying to impress your better half. Thoroughly recommended.
I have had the pleasure of a eating at Ken's on two occasions. On both occasions I found the food to be excellent:- succulent, tasty and addictive. Obvious care is taken in food preparation, cooking and presentation - the mark of an establishment passionate about their food. The waiting staff are polite, friendly and speak just enough English to take your order while feeding the illusion you're in a foreign land. Ken is a great place for a great night out - whether you're with a collection of friends or trying to impress your better half. Thoroughly recommended.
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Dave
2nd March 2007
This is my favorite place to eat in the city. I come here as often as possible. The food (while exotic) is terrific and the staff are all very friendly. I cannot recommend Ken's highly enough.
This is my favorite place to eat in the city. I come here as often as possible. The food (while exotic) is terrific and the staff are all very friendly. I cannot recommend Ken's highly enough.
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Top notch Japanese Teppan Yaki bar. Come here every year for family birthdays, a favourite in our house! The pork wrapped prawns & chicken thighs are tender and delicious, highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to find a regular hangout or for a special occasion. You will not be disappointed in the food, that I promise!