noun
robatayaki; food grilled in front of customers
A style of Japanese cuisine where ingredients are grilled over charcoal at a counter and served directly to diners. Often associated with an open kitchen and a lively atmosphere.
炉端焼きの店で、目の前で焼いてもらった魚は格別だ。
At a robatayaki restaurant, the fish grilled right in front of you is exceptional.
炉端焼きは、
Robatayaki is characterized by grilling fresh ingredients over charcoal.
Compound of 炉端 (ろばた, 'hearthside') and 焼き (やき, 'grilling'), referring to the traditional method of cooking food over an open hearth in front of guests.