Yakiniku is Japanese for “grilled meat”. Yakiniku focuses on the quality of the meat with dipping sauces to enhance its flavors. Today, it is commonly referred to the Japanese style of cooking bite sized meat over wood charcoal. This style of BBQ restaurants first opened in Osaka and Tokyo in 1945 before making its way across the world.

For those who enjoy meat, you will definitely enjoy this list of 8 Yakiniku Places For The Best Japanese BBQ Experience In KL & PJ.

1. Taisyu Yakiniku

Taisyu Yakiniku is definitely one of the cheapest places that you can find in KL for Japanese BBQ. A plate of meat cuts can go as low as RM10. If you are looking a BBQ meal that is a bang for a buck with a super chill ambiance, this is the place to go. Some of the must try are their pork belly (RM10 per plate) and beef tongue.

Address: Seputeh Center Court, Plaza Faber, Jalan Desa Jaya, Taman Desa, 58100 Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday (6PM – 12PM); closed on Monday

2. Shin Nihon

Shin Nihon was founded in Nihonbashi, Tokyo before making its way to Malaysia. They are always packed especially on Friday and weekends. Therefore making a reservation is highly advisable. They are on the pricier side—expect to pay at least RM150 per head depending what you order. All in all, Shin Nihon is one of a lifetime experience, to taste charcoal grilled beef the traditional Japanese way.

Address: 26, Jalan 24/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours: 5.30pm – 1am; Sat-Sun 12pm – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 1am

3. Gyutaro Yakiniku

Located in Publika, Gyutaro Yakiniku is one of the latest yakiniku restaurant in town. Menu here are free from pork and lard, therefore it is suitable for people who don’t consume pork. Price wise, Gyutaro is slightly affordable but still bring quality beef to its customer, with their Australian Wagyu beef as the star.

Address: Publika, A2-UG1-01, 1, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Operation Hours: 5pm – 12am, daily

4. Kannichikan Yakiniku

Kannichikan Yakiniku was founded by Mr Leow, a fellow Malaysian who has been working in Japan for a while. You get to have a “cook-it-yourself” experience with good variety of beef cuts. If you are up to splurge a little, you can opt to try more premium ingredients like prime beef tongue, A grade Wagyu beef and Wagyu Short Ribs.

Address: 14, Jalan 27/70a, Desa Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Operation Hours: 12pm – 2.30pm, 6pm – 10.30pm, daily

5. Yakiniku Toraji

Before it became what it is today, Yakiniku Toraji started off back in 1995, at a small backstreet in Ebisu, Tokyo. Today they have grown to having more than 70 outlets across the globe. They are best known for their top notch Australian beef that is further enhanced with Toraji’s secret house-made marinade and sauce. Do follow their social media channels, as they do offer free-flow buffet for price less than RM180 per pax.

Address: Piccolo Galleria, 101, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Operation Hours: 11:00am – 3:00pm, 6:00pm – 11:00pm, daily

6. ROCKU Yakiniku

For those who enjoy barbecue but not the smoke, Rocku Yakiniku is the place to be as its smokeless roasters guarantee a smokeless dining experience. This is usually the first restaurant that pops up when you think “Yakiniku Located in only 1 Utama and Pavilion KL, you can indulge in their buffet of tantalizing cuts of meat and seafood in the company of their live entertainment.

Address: 1 Utama Shopping Centre, LOT F355/356/357, 1 Utama Shopping Centre, First Floor, Rainforest, 47800 Malaysia
Operation Hours: Monday – Sunday: 11.00am to 11.00pm

Address: Pavillion, Lot 07.01.03 , Dining Loft @ Level 7, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, 168 Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Operation Hours: 11am – 11pm, Mon-Thurs, 11am – 12am, Fri-Sat, 11am – 11pm, Sun

7. Wagyu Kokoro Halal Yakiniku

Wagyu Kokoro is the first halal Yakiniku restaurant in Malaysia. Everything they serve here, from the ramen broth to the sauces, are all Halal certified. Besides that, there’s no alcohol served at all in the premise. At Wagyu Kokoro, you can find premium quality Japanese wagyu beef grade A4 to A5. A5 is strongly suggested, but it comes with a steep price. Nonetheless, once in a while, try it!

Address: Jalan Teknologi 2/1C Signature Park, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operation Hours: 12pm- 3pm, 6pm -11pm, closed on Mondays

8. Tokyo Bijin Yakiniku

Most yakiniku places are lack of non beef choices. But over here in Tokyo Bijin Yakiniku, they serve wide selections of meat including pork, seafood and chicken, which makes it an ideal place to hang out with non beef eater. Go for the unmarinated meats (so the salt option) to enjoy the meat at its pure form. It’s also note worthy that Tokyo Bijin Yakiniku is one of the few yakiniku restaurants in Subang, hence they are always packed. Don’t forget to make reservation in advance.

Address: 15G, Jalan SS15/5A, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
Operation Hours: 5.30pm – 12am

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Taisyu Yakiniku Puchong is the one of the most affordable Japanese BBQ restaurants in the Klang Valley. Their menu is also quite extensive for a Japanese BBQ eatery. Aside from serving cuts of meat the restaurant also serves Teppanyaki, Ramen Noodles, Fried Ramen and more.

If you recognize this restaurant it’s because Taisyu Yakiniku Puchong is the same branch as the legendary Taishu Yakiniku at Taman Desa. If you live around Puchong and Petaling Jaya area you don’t need to travel all the way to Taman Desa anymore.

Besides a few Japanese lanterns and posters, there aren’t any fancy decors so expect plastic chairs and tables accompanied with white lighting and a simplistic laidback environment.  The restaurant doesn’t offer any set or promotion as the prices are already quite cheap for a Japanese BBQ restaurant.

Taisyu Yakiniku Puchong offers 17 different cuts of meat mainly pork, beef, chicken, lamb and seafood. Meat options start from as low as RM5 for Small Intestine and could go up to RM18 for Lamb Shoulder.

Pork Belly (RM10)

Pork Shoulder Loin(RM10)

Ribeye Beef (RM15)

Lamb Shoulder (RM18)

We ordered Pork Belly, Pork Shoulder Loin, Ribeye Beef and Lamb Shoulder which is sufficient for 2 people. It’s all about DIY here – not only you get to grill your own meat slab over charcoal but you also season the meat yourself with salt and pepper.

Among all, our favourite was the Ribeye Beef as it was marinated and can be enjoyed medium. If beef isn’t your favourite type of meat or can’t have it due to religious obligation, you can opt for the Pork Belly.

While the pork isn’t as flavourful as beef (they rarely are when it comes to BBQ like these), the Pork Belly here was still rather good and definitely value for money. You get 6 thick slabs of Pork Belly for the price of RM10 which is cheap compared to most restaurants.

The Pork Ramen here is affordably priced at only RM10 –probably the cheapest bowl of Ramen you can find in any Japanese restaurant.

Overall it was an enjoyable dining experience and we had no complaints. If grilled properly without overcooking all slabs of meat are juicy, tender and delicious, especially the Ribeye Beef. Price wise, Taisyu Yakiniku Puchong is certainly cheaper than most Japanese BBQ restaurants in the Klang Valley.

This article is written in collaboration with Taisyu Yakiniku. 

More Info

Taisyu Yakiniku Puchong
G2 Lot 5362, Jalan Layang-Layang 1,
Bandar Puchong Jaya,

Operating Hours: 6PM – 12AM (Closed on Mondays)

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