Chako BBQ & Izakaya

What is Chako BBQ & Izakaya? Anchoring the plaza along Lebovic Avenue in Clairlea-Birchmount, Chako brings high-volume Korean barbecue and Japanese small plates to the Golden Mile retail corridor. The energetic dining room relies on high-walled, cubicle-style booths equipped with smokeless electric tabletop grills, offering a semi-private setup for groups ready to cook their own feasts. During warm summer spells, an outdoor patio provides an open-air alternative to the bustling, aromatic interior.

Chako BBQ & Izakaya Menu & What to Order The all-you-can-eat format focuses heavily on tabletop proteins, where marinated Korean-style beef short ribs, well-marbled AAA striploin, and rich rib eye steaks are the clear standouts on the hot grate. Diners can punctuate the rich cuts with izakaya staples from the sushi bar, notably the torched Flame Tiger Roll and crisp spicy salmon rolls. Wash down the charred, savoury feast with a refreshing Watermelon Mint Mojito or hot fresh fruit tea, leaving room for a scoop of classic green tea ice cream.

Know Before You Go Dinner shifts and weekend late-night slots fill quickly with large parties, so booking a table in advance is strongly advised to bypass long waits in the lobby. The plaza location offers plentiful free surface parking right off Eglinton Avenue East, while TTC riders can reach the restaurant via buses from Warden Station. Operating hours run daily from noon, wrapping up at 11 p.m. on weekdays and extending to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.