27 Best Japanese Restaurants in Scarborough

“Hana Ramen is a hidden gem! The broth is rich and flavorful without being too heavy, and the noodles have the perfect texture. Portion sizes are generous, and the toppings feel fresh and well-balanced. The staff is always friendly and attentive, and the service is quick even during busy hours. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making it a great spot for both a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner. Definitely one of the best ramen spots in town—I’ll be coming back often!“

“Arrived slightly before 12PM with my girlfriend and managed to get our names first on the waitlist. Promptly after, it started getting packed with tons of people signing up for the waitlist. Was very surprised to see how busy it was on a Wednesday afternoon at opening.

We both went for the $26.99 AYCE lunch special. Soup bases are included in the price and you can choose up to 2 different bases. Items to choose from were a bit limited from a protein perspective, but we were more than happy to inhale beef brisket slices and seafood. Veggies and sides were great too. Ice cream cone at the end was great and the perfect way to end the meal. Wasn’t the biggest fan of the Hokkaido pudding.

Service was exceptional. Staff members were very attentive, consistently topping up our soup pots, pouring water for us, and getting our food orders. Seating time is limited to 1 hour and 45 minutes. Ample time in my opinion.

Overall, we really enjoyed our time at Daimaru. I highly recommend it, especially for their lunch special. We both ate for just under $60 including a tip!“

“We came because you have good reviews. We found out that Gyu Hito is an amazing go-to-place for delicious Japanese AYCE BBQ! The restaurant has a modern feel to it and the staff is incredibly attentive to our food needs. Such good service! The food itself is so tasty (so many different types of seasoned meats) and there are many yummy sides you can order as well! The most thing I like is the fruit tea, best combination with BBQ. Dessert is also something to look forward to because you can choose your favourite Melona popsicle and have it with a sweet creme brule dessert!“

“🧋 “Tucked into a bustling corner, this bubble tea spot has become a regular treat for my kids. The flavors are consistently delicious, and the portion sizes are generous—great value all around. A reliable go-to we’re happy to recommend!”“

“I will recommend great restaurant“

“Absolutely bomb chicken. The curry mayo poured onto the rice is definitely the way to go it is SO good. First time having katsu and I am not disappointed whatsoever. Also it is a good 🍃 food sooooo do what you want with that information. Delicious 1000/10 food.“

“If you really like fresh Japanese food, that is the place.“

“Been here many times and quality of food and service always amazing and consistent - fresh sushi and sashimi, grilled dishes..etc. Service is one of the best points here, your table always cleaned of used plates and food comes very fast. This place has always been our go-to AYCE. Highly recommended!“

“Qoo Sushi is an absolute gem! The quality-to-price ratio is unbeatable you get fresh, delicious sushi without breaking the bank. Their sushi sets are especially impressive, with great variety and presentation. Highly recommend for anyone looking for top-notch sushi in Scarborough!“

“We had dinner. My wife had the sake tasting menu which the menu says is $90 but they charged us $120. We’re not happy about that! The food was good as usual.“

“We had the Uni tasting menu at Shizuku, and every dish was a masterpiece. The monkfish profiterole was unexpectedly one of the stars—perfectly balanced, rich, and delicate all at once. The abalone was incredibly tender and clean, and the trout was buttery with just the right touch of umami.

The highlight of the night, though, was the uni. We were lucky enough to try murasaki, aka and bafun uni, and they were truly exceptional—fresh, creamy, and luxuriously briny in all the best ways. It’s rare to find that level of quality uni in Toronto, and it completely elevated the experience.

Service was attentive without being overbearing, and the ambiance is understated and intimate. If you’re a seafood lover or a fan of refined Japanese cuisine, Shizuku is a must-visit.

Can’t wait to return!“

“The food is always good and fresh. Personal favourite is the Crazy Cali!! Loveee it. The service is also amazing, the nice young lady named Becky is always smiling and happy to serve, I love her energy! Never had a bad experience here, only the best!“

“Great place to recommend to group parties for enjoying good food and gathering. 100% great services and food. 5 stars.“

“Greatest taste sensation 😋😋😋“

“The food is good portion and the price is right. Excellent customer service“

“i’ve done takeout from here before but tonight was my first time dining in. i adore the rice here and the chirashi din is absolutely delicious. i ended up taking half home to prolong my absolute joy. the tamago was a little frozen but it didn’t bother me much as it was delicious later at home. love love love it. my mother had the tempura ramen and she enjoyed it as well. the broth was not overly salty but you can always add shoyu if you like a salty strong broth (i preferred how it came but ik some like their ramen pretty salty). the tempura was crispy and warm and the tsuyu was great with it. the man who served us was nice and we enjoyed our meal (especially since it’s so close for us). small quaint place to dine :) we will definitely be continuing to order takeout and dine in when we can! salmon and butterfish is always delish.

Parking: there is parking directly in front of the restaurant! :)“

“The food is excellent and cooked to perfection and the portions are big enough to fill you up and the soup is excellent you have to try it I've been to other locations but this one is the best one for service and the quality of food“

“It should be an old restaurant that has been open for 20 years. If you like Korean food, you must not miss it. The taste is old-fashioned, including bibimbap, pork bone soup, cold noodles, sweet and sour pork, and various pots. They are all very good. It’s a taste that you’ll miss if you don’t eat it for a while. Hope it keeps going.“

“I work in the area, and whenever I meet new colleagues, I always recommend this sushi spot. Everyone I’ve suggested it to has praised the generous portions of meat in their sushi and the fair pricing for the quality offered.

While I haven’t been to many sushi places myself, I trust the positive feedback I hear, and this place definitely lives up to the hype.

Every time I order, the quality is consistently excellent, and everything is always fresh. Highly recommend!“

“Great staff great food. Quiet and friendly atmosphere. 100% will be returning very soon with my friends“

“I love it“

“My girlfriend and I had decided to try this Korean-Japanese restaurant nearby. We received excellent customer service, and the food was great as well. James was such a very friendly, polite, and professional employee. I felt like I was treated well—one of the best customer services I have experienced. I would highly recommend this restaurant.“

“Great variety. Lots of sushi options.. it was our first time trying Daikon (Radish) Rolls which replaces the seaweed + rice, and we found them quite refreshing.

The combo with dim sum is unique too.. loved the Beef Tripe and Sticky Rice. I’d stay away from the Peking Duck however, it doesn’t include crispy skin.

You also get a nice ambiance with dine-in, can hold a conversation without shouting. Only reco here is for more playlist variety.. they had Taylor Swift on repeat.. for nearly 2 hours.“

“Wonderful lunch experience with @Katsuya.ca definitely must try! Great food awesome staff. Thanks for a great experience“

“Had the pleasure of trying this place out while I was in the area for a medical appointment and it did not disappoint early last week. Their lunch specials are very affordable and reasonable. Dynamite roll was very tasty and spicy salmon was fresh. Plus the owner was super super friendly. Would definitely come back here again with my friends and family next time.“

“A taste of Japan in Toronto. Very fresh ingredients. Excellent service.“

“I've been frequenting this place for a few months now, and the chicken teriyaki wrap is verifiably one of the best things that I love to grab on the way home! The food is always delicious for an extremely good price and the cook is very sweet and always prepares them with care. I know it's too much to wish that she never retires and this place never closes but I will treasure every meal I can get from here until that time comes!!“