“My sisters and I love shopping for food and drinks here! Their bubble tea is amazing, a great variety too, and the sushi is well-priced and delicious. I love the interior decor too, usually when I'm waiting for our drinks I just like observing everything around me. Friendly service too!“
“This place is great! I’ve had the veggie bento a few times and it’s always delicious and so cute! Love that they offer reusable takeout containers now too! The store also has a great little selection of Japanese/Korean groceries. The frozen ramen kits they stock are especially good. A real neighborhood gem!“
“We ordered the oshi platter, tuna tataki sushi and jackpot. The food was delicious. Sushi tasted fresh! The tuna was melting in our mouths! Our server was nice and friendly. We had a great experience there. We'll definitely be back soon.Parking: You can park in the Canadian Tire parking lot.“
“Love this place. I consider it as a hidden gem, located in East York & near downtown. Great place to dine in if you want to be at peace as the atmosphere sets off a calm asian fusion. The food is amazing, I personally love the cheese dumplings as it is filled & for dipping sauce, they serve Mango Sauce which balances the overall taste. The service is great, attentive & has hospitality.“
“We found this joint on Google after a long walk in High Park looking at Cherry Blossoms :) I have to say the place was very clean, spacious, packed with people and inviting environment. The food was supeeeer fresh and delivered quickly to our table. It tasted excellent with a great variety of dishes. We would definitely recommend this place and would return again for delicious dim sum and sushi :)Parking: It's situated in the plaza with ample parking options!“
“The atmosphere was calm and chill . But the main part was the food . it was amazing we tried the salmon avado sushi pizza I recommend you to try it .with dessert its going the best food ever and also the service was amazingthe food Is from heaven ?? ?“
“Where the east meets west. Indulge in the finest sea urchins, bluefin tuna belly, and freshly prepared wasabi—all at an unparalleled value. Immerse yourself in the ambiance and engage with the chef for a richer experience, enhanced further if you can speak a bit of Japanese.“
“got the brown donkatsu for takeout at $22! as with the other reviews, the portions are really good and everything is so savoury! i especially liked the hint of sweet potato in the batter of the katsu and thought that the sauce was absolutely delicious, would highly recommend“
“Fabulous sushi with extremely friendly staff / owners! The menu is vast and the rolls are fresh and delicious. The special rolls are huge so definitely worth the extra cost. Everything we’ve had there is really greatKid-friendliness: They have kids chairs and kids chopsticks“
“Lovely little restaurant on Laird, near McRae. Fulsome sushi menu but also some nice bento selections. Very tasty, satisfying, and at a great price. Pork katsu, chicken teriyaki, and tempura selections were delicious. Give yourself a treat and try Kintako!“
“HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! Our five-year-old daughter spotted the place; so on a whim we tried it, and we love it. Now we come as a family all the time. There is such a wide variety of food choices, everything is so tasty. Little Kamaria’s favourite is the Seafood Bat Pizza, I can’t get enough of the Korean wings. Mom loves their unique take on Nachos. Each visit we’ll try another new dish! The staff are super friendly too.“
“This was the best dining experience of my life. The multidimensional balance of flavour, texture, and temperature was an experience that delighted the senses in a new way for me. We did the full omakase and sake pairing. It's worth every cent. Staff and service were perfectly refined and welcoming. Thanks Yasu!! I will return for sure“
“so far i’d say this is the best sushi i’ve had in toronto! very high quality ingredients, very reasonably priced for what you get. perfect portion sizes and they have lots of creative rolls! and the vegetarian options go way beyond the standard fare. the service is always incredibly friendly! extra points for the presentation always being beautiful and unique compared to other sushi places. i’ll always go here to pick up sushi for special occasions!“
“The place is so different than the last day I came here. There’s less Izakaya and more like sushi bar menu. Service is good, the server is kind and explain in details about the food. The oyster is delicious, but I do miss the more Izakaya-kind of food.“
“Exceptional food, service and atmosphere. A perfect trifecta. A must repeat restaurant for us.Special note for any music lovers or audiophiles, the sound system and acoustics are ?️ dialed in here... So a good choice for those who like their ears to be pleased while dining. ??(McIntosh amplification, JBL speakers with iso acoustic pucks etc...).Thank you Imanishi Japanese Kitchen! “
“There are many fine sushi restaurants in the GTA and Kibo is a franchise chain, but it consistently delivers. Temper expectations to good sushi and maki at reasonable prices and it is worthy of a pretty solid review. Does it stand up to singular and dedicated sushi chefs? There is a reason why we have so many Michelin-rated Japanese and sushi restaurants locally. So Kibo isn’t competing with those … but it’s still good.“
“HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! Our five-year-old daughter spotted the place; so on a whim we tried it, and we love it. Now we come as a family all the time. There is such a wide variety of food choices, everything is so tasty. Little Kamaria’s favourite is the Seafood Bat Pizza, I can’t get enough of the Korean wings. Mom loves their unique take on Nachos. Each visit we’ll try another new dish! The staff are super friendly too.“
“Dining in was an unforgettable experience, greatly enhanced by our waiter, Dee, whose service was exceptional. She guided us through the menu with expertise, suggesting dishes like fresh sashimi, and irresistible grilled octopus.Dee's attentiveness made our visit special. She ensured our glasses were always full and our table laden with delectable dishes. Her passion and knowledge about the cuisine added a personal touch that made our dining experience stand out.In short, the restaurant is a gem worth visiting for its delicious food and outstanding service, especially from Dee. We left promising to return soon.“
“Visited on a Wednesday afternoon after the rush lunch hours because we are in town for a concert and are very happy with our choice.We picked the wagyu beef udon and the curry katsu udon and both are super delicious. Both served hot, it is ideal for the chilly+rainy day we visited.Service is great and the deco made you feel like one just travelled to Japan for a short trip.If I must say something that the place can improve on, it would be the chairs they chose for the seaters along the wall. whole having an arm made it comfortable, it is not really meant for chubbier people like myself. When all three tables are occupied (which it were at the tike we visited), it is almost impossible to get out of the seat without bugging/touching the customer behind you.This will be on our can visit again list!“
“What can i say, a magical place with incredible staff. Who will always be there for you in a heartbeat. Not to mention mouth watering food that touches both your heart and has the stomach saying thanks. All and all its a gem which you must come and try.“
“There food is delicious! My favorite is the Sukiyaki wafu. It seemed weird ordering a pasta at a Japanese restaurant but it's fushion and so good that I get cravings all the time. There sushi tacos are also really good. It's wrapped in tempura dipped seaweed, which I wish I could recreate at home. The price is expensive so I don't get it as often as I would like, but it's totally worth the price.“
“SAKU has been one of my favourite sushi spots for years. I'm so glad they are still around and offering great food and drink options!We recently stopped by for their Happy Hour special which is from 9pm til close. They have $6 sushi, apps, and $6 drinks and $10 cocktails! Incredible deal!The service was great and food hit the spot. I love all of the Neon lights and anime posters ?“
“This has got to be the BEST Japanese Sushi place in Toronto! First time here and they did not dissapoint! Our server Jane was beyond our expectations! Great service Thank You! And the food was absolutely delicious not to mention the presentation.“
“We definitely enjoyed our meal at August 8. The food was aesthetically pleasing, tasty, and properly prepared.I rated the service only 4 out of 5 stars because our table was often overlooked, and we didn't receive all of our first order until we had asked three different servers (20 minutes after the first part of our order was delivered to the table) if it had been forgotten. They also only give you 90 minutes to eat lunch, 90 minutes goes very quickly, especially because they control the time in which they bring out your meals. Therefore you're not getting quite the value of your money, and feel as though you have to dine quickly.The restaurant is very clean, as are the washrooms (in my experience, this is usually Telltale sign whether or not the kitchen would be clean!)There are tons of food options, and from what I saw on our plates, as well as other tables the food comes out fresh.I would definitely recommend this restaurant.Ps, don't let your eyes be too big for your belly. If you don't finish the food on your plate, they will charge you extra for it. Drinks are also an additional cost to the "all you can eat" mealWheelchair accessibility: I don't imagine this restaurant would be wheelchair accessible as the only bathrooms that I saw were in the basement. Otherwise, a wheelchair could come in to the restaurant, but the area is tight with tables.“
“Minimal, cozy atmosphere with enough seating space for parties of all sizes. Great portions, good quality ingredients. Plenty of menu options but not enough to overwhelm, plus the waitstaff are attentive and efficient. I’ve had great experiences here with family and friends.“
“I recently dined at a sushi restaurant that left me truly impressed. The freshness of the food was unparalleled; each piece of fish tasted like it was just caught moments before being served. The precision in which the rice was cooked was remarkable, achieving the perfect texture and flavor to complement the fish.However, what truly set this restaurant apart was the service. The staff were attentive, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to ensure a delightful dining experience. From recommending dishes to promptly refilling drinks, their professionalism and friendliness were exceptional.Overall, I highly recommend this sushi restaurant for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. The combination of fresh, delicious food and outstanding service makes it a standout choice.“
“Got the Maki sushi and sashimi platter and it was pretty good! We appreciated the miso soup and salad that was included. The selection of rolls and sashimi was pretty good as well. In terms of fish quality, I would say it was pretty average. Not amazing but definitely still good tasting, although one of the sashimi (the torched one? not sure what fish) was SUPER tough and dry and chewy.Also, we are not gluten-free or vegan but it's really cool that this restaurant offers those options!Overall, enjoyed our meal! ?“
“Discovering this quaint restaurant was an absolute delight! Despite its size, the quality of every dish surpassed our expectations. Each ingredient tasted remarkably fresh, a testament to the chef's commitment to excellence. What truly sets this place apart, however, is the warmth and hospitality of the owner. Their genuine kindness added an extra layer of enjoyment to our dining experience.I wholeheartedly recommend this establishment to anyone seeking a memorable culinary adventure. It's the kind of place you can't help but share with friends, knowing they'll appreciate the exceptional dining experience as much as you did.“
“A tiniest place with the most fresh sushi!I guess my Mom and I got lucky to get a table. Every other person who came in after us got turned away because they had reservations. There is lots of people in and out either looking for a table or takeout.The staff were very nice and always available for your needs.The food was delicious and flavorful.Food came fast and very hot (temperature). I love my food very hot, so this made me very happy.Parking was a bit of a challenge.There are no spots on the main road. You can park on the side streets but will have to walk to the main road which isn’t far, but on a cold or wet day it might not be ideal for some.Parking: Parking was a bit of a challenge.There are no spots on the main road. You can park on the side streets but will have to walk to the main road which isn’t far, but on a cold or wet day it might not be ideal for some.“
“If you want to dine in a big restaurant where you can get big serving sizes and see servers and other customers pass by you then this is not your place. This restaurant offers private and personal dining experience that is hard to find in Toronto. The restaurant is small with only 9 seats. We dined with another couple and each group got one server and the host was also taking care of us. The service is excellent and meeting my expectations. We tried the spring menu this time and I love the aged blue fin tuna, squid,monkfish liver, and Hokkaido sea urchin. The portion size is small but you can't feel hungry as you get many dishes. The food is high in quality and sourced from Japan. The chef skills are amazing and he has a great sense of humor. I will definitely comeback to try the menu in different seasons. Thank you team, you guys did a great job!“
“i love this place, it’s so good!!! and they recently redid their menu to be smaller and less expensive, which is incredible. i love the variety in the boxes. i’m from vancouver so i have big sushi opinions lmao and there’s not much in toronto that really cuts it, but this place is unique and affordable and way better than lots of toronto sushi. we got the tasting box (my favourite), the spicy lover, and beef gyoza (which are better than pork imo i’m not a huge fan of pork)“
“Amazing sushi restaurant. Excellent quality ingredients, good fish to rice ratio and they even gave me some free spring rolls on my first order! One thing to note: the spicy salmon roll is actually spicy (although not incredibly so) so if you are sensitive to spice may want to opt for their non-spicy rolls. 5 stars!Vegetarian options: Yam, veggie and cucumber rolls“
“Great value, lovely atmosphere & service, and most importantly, incredible food. The sushi was fresh and super flavourful, the takoyaki was one of the best I’ve ever had, the homemade gyoza & miso soup were dynamite. Will definitely be coming back!“
“I always wanted to come here for brunch every time I passed by. Honestly I was so impressed by the flavor. I LOVE that they fully understand the taste of Japan.I started off with Japanese squash salad with sesame dressing. I was already satisfied with the first dish. All of the dishes seemed really good but I got seafood spaghetti (spicy pollack roe, shrimp ) and miso mushrooms spaghetti. The taste reminded me of the time when I was in Japan…. These two are very unique pastas you can try here. At the end, I got red beans french toasts. This was die for? I don’t know how they make this but it just had the best combination of everything.. I felt like I could eat this infinitely. I think they rotate the flavors depending on season.One thing to mention, you should make a reservation beforehand since it’s a tiny place and the fact that it was packed on typical Monday. You can also be on the wait list but need to wait at least 20-30mins if it’s busy. I even saw people who already had a reservation but were waiting for the seats. I don’t know how they ended up like that. Anyways, I recommend people to book it before going.“
“This place is a cute little spot with good food! I got the Bulgogi club sandwich. They also have a self serve coffee section. The owners are very kind. They make you feel right at home. I’m glad places like this are still around in the neighbourhood. Will be back soon! ☺️“
“Chotto Matte is a must try. The food was absolutely amazing. The Amazonian salmon is a culinary masterpiece, the wagyu beef gyoza magnificent, the tempura shrimp were amazing with the sauce provided, while the spicy chicken karaage wasn’t great flavor wise the texture was a bit off putting it was perfectly crunchy on the outside but a bit slimy on the inside, the pineapple pomegranate duck breast was delicious - extremely flavorful, though we were not a fan of the pork and shrimp gyoza they eagerly replaced them with another wagyu beef gyoza. The service is outstanding. The wait staff and busser were extremely attentive, our water glasses didn’t stay empty long the moment they notices they refilled without prompting and finished plates were removed from the table.“
“Amazing amazing. Amazing!!!! My gf took me here for my birthday and this was the best sushi I’ve eaten outside of Japan and I’ve eaten at many sushi places in Toronto over the years. For the price and quality you can’t beat this - the servers are even Japanese. Amazing premium nigiri we ordered was definitely worth paying more for premium. Service amazing and just wanted to say thanks as it was my birthday and they served me ice cream and cheesecake. Can’t wait to come back!!! Thanks Shibui!!!“
“It’s a must go if you are in Toronto or near the Chefs Hall, located in a quiet and cosy corner, Iwami gave us a fantastic lunch experience. Everything is so fresh, delicious and beautifully presented. Tommy the Chef is so passionate about cooking and serving the clients, his creativity and talent are well demonstrated in the selection of ingredients and different layers of flavor. Highly recommended for casual lunch or dinner. Will go back for sure next time when I am in Toronto.“
“Came for their $19.99 basic lunch AYCE and ordered two soup base, the total was around $30. Although basic set only include three kinds of meat and three kinds of sea food, me and my frds had a really good time enjoying the food in 2hrs. The overall experience is really good and will definitely come again!“
“Went here for my grandpa's birthday, and it was quite the enjoyable experience. The service was done by Rei, and he was very generous and executed his job flawlessly. Easily some of the best sushi I've ever had. The barley tea that they serve is super concentrated in flavor, and I found myself drinking several cups worth. The tempura was very well battered, and my only disappointment was that my stomach isn't large enough to eat more. Would definitely come back here“
“Amazing sushi rolls and equally great service!! The owner took the time to walk us through the menu, suggesting a few of her personal favourites and making sure that we were happy with our selection. This is now our go-to place for sushi in Scarborough!“
“Their vegan options are not just delicious but also unique! I have been to Japan but I never saw a miso eggplant flavour onigiri (if it does exist maybe I just missed it every time???) but it was so delicious here. Dango was also super tasty. ALMOST as good as fresh street food in Japan but not quite ?Vegetarian options: They have several vegetarian/vegan options. The eggplant miso is vegan and the shiso plum onigiri is vegan 100% for sure because we asked the chefs.“
“Amazing food , amazing waitress , amazing atmosphere We have been here for the first time and definitely recommend this place.Everything was so tasty and the lady that attended us was super friendly ❤️❤️❤️Love it, love it, love it !!“
“Very yummy and would definitely come back! The okonomiyaki is a pretty good deal and decent amount of food! For four of us we each got an okonomiyaki as well as the seafood yakisoba and beef yakiniku to share, and we were all quite full. We also got the edamame to start. I personally am not sure if I would get the yakiniku again, just because I felt like it was a bit too much bean sprouts under the beef, but it was still tasty. My favourite part of the meal was definitely the okonomiyaki! I believe this is more of an Osaka-style okonomiyaki (where the ingredients are mixed instead of layered), so just keep that in mind if you're looking for a different style!“
“This was my first time in a Japanese grill style restaurant , so I had no expectations. I have to say it was a great experience.The food was so well prepared and the marinates were flavourful and delicious . Everything tasted amazing!The service was top knotch! It was our first time, and the servers were able to see this and quickly taught us and helped us maximize our time.They were truly so very helpful. They were all amazing!Thank you to a great experience. Will be bringing my kids back when we’re in Toronto visiting again.“
“Every dish was fresh, and the sushi in particular was exceptionally flavorful. The staff were extremely friendly and showed great consideration for their customers. The atmosphere and quality of service were truly impressive. I highly recommend Kibo Sushi and would give it five stars without hesitation!“
“Visiting Toronto this week and had a rough day, decided to close it with some late sushi. They sent two miso soups on the house with a kind message, and the food was incredibly good. Thank you kind people at ju sushi for unknowingly making our day <3“
“I can’t believe I haven’t written a review for this place. I have been coming here now since probably 2017. It is simply put, the best chicken katsu anywhere in the GTA.You can get it in a dish with rice and coleslaw or as a burger. I always get it on rice, white meat.It is always perfectly cooked, the breading is so crisp and the chicken is always nice cuts of breast meat.The put katsu sauce on the top and you can also get a free dish of Japanese curry sauce to dip it in as well.The prices are more than reasonable for the amount of food you get.I recommend this place 10/10. The owners are so nice and friendly too.“
“Located inside Empress Walk on the second floor, always wanted to see how it stacked up to Gyubee. We were charged holiday price for Easter Monday lunch, which came out to about $40 each after tax and tip.Food was pretty good overall. Our group really enjoyed the miso marinated kalbi short rib and ordered a lot of it. The kimchi here is pretty good, but the bibimbap isn't as good. Also don't love that you have to pick between soft serve or melona for dessert. Service was decent, the staff were pretty attentive about grill changes but not so much about removing empty dishes from our table.One thing we didn't love was we ordered chicken thighs and when it came, it was mixed in the same plate with other meats like beef and sausage. Just better in my opinion to separate them to reduce the risk of getting sick.“
“Craving sushi for dinner and found this take out spot. The restaurant looks nice and smells like it has good sushi, so I decided to try a few things.The Maki platter B seems to feature a different selection of rolls over time, but I had California roll, yam tempura roll, spicy salmon roll, salmon avocado roll, mad crab roll, double shrimp roll and dynamite roll. The first 4 rolls are common among sushi restaurants so I will not be reviewing those here. The rice is pretty well done, neither too sweet or sour.My favourite is the mad crab roll is a shrimp tempura roll with shredded imitation crab and spicy mayo on top. The sauce does not overpower the rest of the components. The shredded crab adds sweetness to the otherwise simply crunchy roll.Double shrimp is a close second, with two shrimp tempura in the middle and 1 cooked shrimp with torched mayo on top. This is such an excellent idea to add more shrimp flavour into the maki.Not on the menu online, is the zenku udon, a simple dashi broth udon with fish cake and deep fried tofu pocket. This is not simply a udon, but a warm flavourful delight that you can't easily find around town. I highly recommend ordering that to eat with sushi.Lastly, the highlight of the meal is their spicy salmon yubu tart. It is a recently popularized way of enjoying a rice ball adjacent product. The spicy salmon is enhanced by small bits of onion and green onion mixed together. The sweet tofu skin exterior rounds out the general flavour of the rice ball, such that soy sauce or wasabi are not necessary.I am very surprised by the quality of the food and can't wait to be back to try bento, donburi and tempura when I'm in the neighborhood. This is an excellent take out sushi restaurant that I would highly recommend to friends.“