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Tori-Key Madrid – Contemporary Yakitori in Chamberí | Michelin Recommended

Tori-Key: Yakitori with Heart in Madrid’s Chamberí

In the Chamberí neighbourhood of Madrid, Tori-Key brings a focused vision of Japanese cuisine to life. The restaurant’s philosophy is simple: Japan is much more than sushi. Here, the kitchen revolves around yakitori—skewered meats and vegetables grilled over charcoal, seasoned with classic Japanese condiments. To preserve the authentic spirit of each dish, roughly 80% of the ingredients are imported directly from Japan.

The star of the menu is chicken. Tori-Key works with local partners to source high-quality birds, then uses every part of the animal. The result is a selection of offal and chicken skewers that offer a depth of flavour rarely found outside Japan. Vegetables change with the seasons, sourced from nearby traders at the Mercado de Chamberí, ensuring freshness and supporting local producers.

The atmosphere is defined by counter dining, where guests can watch the chefs work the grill. The space is air-conditioned, wheelchair accessible, and also offers outdoor seating when the weather permits. Chef Hiroshi Kobayashi guides the kitchen with a simple maxim: “Whatever you do, always do it with heart.” That sentiment runs through every plate.

Tori-Key’s approach has earned it a Michelin recommendation, a nod to its disciplined take on yakitori and its ability to transport diners to the streets of Togoshi Ginza without leaving Madrid. The wine list, too, has been curated to complement the charcoal-driven flavours. For those who want to share the experience, gift vouchers are available—a way to give a journey to Japan, one skewer at a time.