Sakai Japanese And Korean Restaurant

Good sushi at a decent price and beautifully plated.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Gross, not fresh and questionable food. Who is actually enjoying and paying money here? I am surprised and hope ill be ok tomorrow after having an atrocious lunch.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 3

After making a reservation and sitting down it took 10+ minutes to get drinks and it wasnt even busy. The menu was confusing. Wasnt really wow'd by anything except the dumplings. The decor and aesthetic were nice.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 1

Food is always great, especially their lunch bento boxes

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 3

Sakai is truly a standout Japanese restaurant.
Chef/owner John is incredibly talented — it honestly makes you wonder if there’s another chef in Ontario who performs at this level.
His professionalism, pride in his craft, and genuine care for each guest really come through in every detail.
You can feel that every dish is prepared thoughtfully, with the customer in mind, not just the food.

Perfect sashimi across the board.
The tuna belly was rich, fatty, and beautifully balanced, the uni was incredibly fresh—just like the ones I had in Japan—and the salmon roe wasn’t overly salty, bursting with flavor and that satisfying pop that made every bite both delicious and fun.

An exceptional dining experience from start to finish. Highly recommended.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Went to Sakai for Valentine’s Day. Wowza amazing! We got the Soon Du Bu (tofu seafood stew) and Chicken Katsu box. The meal was so flavourful and delicious. The wait staff were very nice and very attentive. We highly recommend this hidden gem! Don’t forget to try their green tea with roasted rice ❤️ Insta: @curious_footsteps

Recommended dishes: Steamed Edamame, Chicken Katsu

It was a nice cozy spot but food was not that great. We ordered bibimpop but the side and misso soup arrived minutes after. It really had a minimal amount of meat in it. Sushi salmon set was okay but Rocky Mountain set had weird taste of watery sauce. Not sure if I go retry it.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 2

Without a doubt the best sushi and sashimi around. Service is always top notch. Friendly staff and fair prices.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

So many menu options and great sushi! Highly recommend this place. They have some unique rolls you won’t get anywhere else.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Some of the best sushi you’ll find outside of Japan. The chefs are exceptionally skilled, led by chef-owner John, whose craftsmanship shines in every bite. The toro, hotate, hamachi, and foie gras sushi were outstanding, each piece perfectly balanced and full of flavor. I can’t wait to go back and try the uni, wagyu, and the Korean dishes on the menu.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A quaint Japanese restaurant with delicious sushi and friendly staff. We had a medium sushi and shami platter with warm miso soup and the Yaki.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Incredible sushi, always so fresh and tasty. Good vegetarian options too. And excellent service. Definitely make a reservation if you go in the evening. Would highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I haven't been here for at least 15 years. I totally forgot about. Sushi was so fresh, the tempura veggies absolutely delish and the green tea was to die for. The service was excellent and the restaurant had a warm vibe to it We plan to go more often. I highly recommend it!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My wife and I come here for beef bulgogi and miso soup. Best I ever had. Always great service, fast to seat you and serve. Great experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Really good Japanese and Korean food! The staff there is amazing as well. I highly recommend

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5