Yakiya
If you are looking to splurge on yakiniku, Yakiya in Pasadena might be the move. For $128, you get a full tasting experience, starting with gold flake tuna tartare and ending with bone marrow rice that is addictively rich. They serve A5 wagyu from Miyazaki, buttery soft and grilled tableside. The beef tongue is one of our favorites, tender, flavorful, and cooked just right.
Start withBeef TongueSee what to order →Go here if
- →You want the most premium yakiniku experience in the area
- →You love A5 wagyu grilled tableside
- →You're celebrating something special
Skip it if
- —You're on any kind of budget
- —You want a casual BBQ experience
What to order at Yakiya
Don't overthink it.
Photo: Eat in SGVBeef Tongue
Start with this
Photo: Eat in SGVAmerican Wagyu
What we'd do at Yakiya
"Start with the tasting menu and trust the process. From the appetizers to the wagyu and finishing rice course, Yakiya focuses on quality over quantity and delivers a more refined take on Japanese barbecue."
Eat in SGV team
The basics
- Address
- 3455 E Foothill Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
- Price
- $$$ · $40+
- Cuisine
- Japanese
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