50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Thornhill

“Nice food.“

“Staff is nice!

Best bang for your buck if you looking more for aburi / cooked sushi and special rolls.

There is a stamp program as well!

They are located in the shops on yonge food court on 3 floor.“

“we've been going here for about a year. I'd say once a month. this is the best sushi I've ever had. I highly recommend the veggie paradise and beef crunch.“

“This is a takeout-focused sushi spot and one of our family’s go-to places. The location is great and very convenient — we often grab sushi here on movie nights or after a long day.
Even though it’s mainly takeout, the ingredient quality is noticeably better than many dine-in sushi restaurants. The fish is very fresh, and you can truly see and taste the difference.
Strongly recommended! 🍣“

“The foods are of very high quality, the staff are very nice, service is great, the atmosphere is very good, we had a wonderful dinning time with family at Nogi Sushi“

“The food is amazing! To the owner, I would like to let you know that your products especially the ramen, provided me comfort during tough times. As if the ramen touched my soul, it felt like peace and home. I suggest you try it too guys! it's a 1,000/10 for me and I am not joking!“

“We love this restaurant. The food is very fresh. The staff are great. We bring our friends and family here very often and we are never disappointed.“

“We’ve been coming here for years and it’s always a great experience. The sushi is consistently fresh and really good, definitely one of our go-to spots. The salmon roses are a must every time, so good! We also order takeout from here pretty often and it’s always just as great. Service is friendly and the atmosphere is usually nice and quiet, which we love. Always a solid choice!“

“Very goid service“

“Still my favourite neighbourhood sushi resto. Small, sweet and very well done.“

“What an extraordinary experience.

We were fortunate enough to experience Chef Daisuke’s remarkable culinary artistry before the restaurant’s final service. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with genuine warmth and hospitality by a team whose attentiveness and kindness set the tone for the entire evening.

The menu was exceptional. Each course seemed to surpass the last, showcasing thoughtful technique, beautiful balance, and impeccable ingredients. Every bite was memorable, and the carefully curated selection of unique sake added another layer of discovery to the experience.

One of the highlights of the evening was Chef Daisuke’s interaction with the guests. His passion, humility, and engagement created an intimate atmosphere that transformed dinner into something truly special and unforgettable.

While it is bittersweet to see this chapter come to a close, I am incredibly excited to see what Chef Daisuke creates next. His talent, creativity, and dedication to his craft are undeniable. If his future ventures are anything like Yukashi, they are destined to be extraordinary.

Thank you for a truly memorable evening and a dining experience we will not soon forget.“

“Went for the weekday lunch buffet, around $40 per person.

The selection felt surprisingly limited.
The meat was fresh and dishes came out quickly, which was definitely a plus.

The Korean bibimbap was actually pretty good.
Everything else was just… fine.

Nothing tasted bad, but nothing really stood out either.
Overall it was a perfectly average Korean BBQ experience, just not one I feel like going back to.

A little too boring for me. 😭“

“Japanese Style Hot-Pot 🍲 💯

The food was so good. Especially we love the soup broth (sukiyaki & pumpkin soup). All the ingredients are fresh and the appetisers are freshly fried and hot. Also love the dessert their crème brûle is amazingly creamy and delicious.

I remember that day only one staff -
Janice who served us and all other staffs coming after 6. All of them are very nice and helpful.“

“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!“

“Good quality food. Fresh sashimi. Expensive though“

“I will recommend great restaurant“

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

“the owner was so nice explaining the types of sushi, i am new to sushi and didnt want to eat uncooked fish, she gave me a breakdown of the menu and i enjoyed what she recommended.. the green dragon sushi and totally LOVED the miso soup, totally recommend“

“Amazing service and food. An authentic Kaiseki experience.“

“Best Japanese food Ive had in a long time. Friendly staff, good prices.“

“Absolutely delicious! The shoyu broth was incredibly flavorful without being overly heavy, the chicken was tender and moist, and the ramen egg was perfect. Every bite tasted fresh and carefully prepared. The staff were also incredibly accommodating and happy to customize my order, which I really appreciated. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in Markham!“

“It’s been a long time since my last visit. The service is still top-notch, but the dinner premium set has noticeably fewer food options now. The 4-broth pot is too small, and the vegetables are cut so long that it's really hard to fit them into the compartments to cook. The most frustrating part is that they got rid of the crème brûlée and milk pudding!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The new dessert replacements just don't taste very good!!!!!!!!!
Strongly recommend bringing back the milk pudding and crème brûlée!!!!!!!!!“

“exceptional tastes! they have unique offerings compared to other sushi restaurants in the neighborhood.“

“The establishment provided a delightful Japanese ambiance. The staff demonstrated exceptional friendliness, and the service was outstanding. We selected the Omakase menu, and the cuisine was both superb and remarkably fresh. As this was my inaugural Omakase experience, I thoroughly enjoyed the complete and authentic experience. I will go back to the restaurant again to explore another of their Omakase options.“

“Delicious take out! Pretty platter!“

“I order from here at least once every two weeks. Hands down the best in the area for quality, price, size, and customer service.

Thank you for proving some establishments still have passion and put their customers first!!“

“Great ambience, friendly staff and tasty food. Really love the beef tataki , beef tartare and salmon tartare. Ingredients are very fresh. Love the mentaiko Caesar salad; tasty and fresh. Will definitely try other selections on the menu next time.“

“good value and portion of in the town richmond hill ontario. we went early for dinner thus service is better and quieter. the chicken karaage is diff from traditional ones as not using corn starch but used batted coating; surprisingly good thin coating juicy and the wasabi dressing
was matching perfectly. the beef mushroom cream sauce pasta is good too but a bit heavy on the cheese and the cream. a sharing dish. the pork loin set with the spicy demi glacéd sauce was good in generous portion and cutlet coating. somehow a bit dry on the loin. the sad was fresh; high light is the spicy sauce, we brought the leftover sauce home for other seafood dish. seating area is spacious; the music was a bit loud. a good place for dating and gathering. i will return for other dishes. cheers“

“環境明亮乾淨，肉品好“

“sapporo sushi is a classic that values quality and authenticity! amazing customer service every time and this is the place my partner and i come for celebrations or spur of the moment dinners, and it hits every single time!! easiest sushi spot recommendation“

“We had a delightful dining experience at Megumi Mazesoba. Their culinary offerings were exceptionally delectable, and the ambiance was both cozy and invigorating. Furthermore, the establishment is family-friendly, making it an ideal destination for individuals with children. The owner and staff demonstrated remarkable professionalism and courtesy throughout our visit. Based on this positive experience, we anticipate revisiting this establishment in the future. ❤️“

“We recently visited Atto Sushi and were honestly blown away. Since the new owner took over, the quality of the food and service has become absolutely exceptional. Every single dish we ordered was prepared perfectly and tasted incredibly fresh and delicious.
Not only is the sushi outstanding, but all of the other menu items are amazing as well. You can really feel the passion and care that goes into every plate. The atmosphere is welcoming, the staff are friendly, and the overall dining experience was flawless from start to finish.
Atto Sushi has truly become one of the best restaurants in the Danforth area, and in my opinion, one of the best sushi spots in Toronto. Highly recommended! we will definitely keep coming back!“

“The food is quite good and reasonably priced. The tonkatsu burger in particular remains juicy inside the cutlet, but is loaded with toppings and pairs well with their own house mayo blend.
Be aware that seating is bar style and limited - it is not the most comfortable place to sit.“

“This place is so warm and cozy with excellent staff, great food and affordable prices.
I love going to this place at least once a week.
But come on now… the food is so good i go twice a week lately.
Thank you for the great service and food.
F: Laura🥰😘“

“Great local sushi spot with patio, lunch specials and good service.“

“We haven't had such fantastic sushi in a long time! Nothing like window seating for watching the world go by while ejoying freshly made sushi and rolls. Best sushi we've had in TO. Rollstar Sushi lives up to its name. Comes with friendliest service and cash discount too.“

“Very fresh food and fantastic service! Sushi pieces were perfectly sized, which I find is a problem in a lot of places. Can’t wait to go back!“

“The BOGO deal for salmon sashimi on Sunday is fantastic - super thick cuts of fatty salmon! I think their rolls were pretty mid tho.

They also have karaoke booths in the back (priced base on room size) that are paid per hour, and separate from the dining bill.“

“Treat yourself to a warm sushi hug.

We’d been to Hug Sushi’s OG location years ago and finally tried this dine-in spot. Now I wish we’d come sooner! The all-you-can-eat dinner features their well-balanced house special sushi and are decently small allowing you to try more variety.

We enjoyed the hug roll (a salmon avocado roll topped w/ torched salmon + ikura), the crazy roll (with a mound of crabmeat), a BBQ eel roll and even a honey mustard roll for fun that somehow works. Other good picks were the spider roll featuring soft shell crab and the scallop sushi. The sashimi here is thick cut like it should be so you can taste real fresh umami flavours.

We were too intrigued by their sushi selection to try much else. However, grilled shrimp skewers were crisp & well-seasoned and the mango shrimp & salmon salads were refreshing starters. Tempuras were decent as well. For dessert, they have mango sago and deep fried milk which is rare for AYCE sushi but matches another good nearby spot in Maple. Everything arrived quickly.

So what’s the verdict? We’ll definitely be back again at Hug Sushi. Just overlook the lack of interior tidiness and you’re bound to enjoy too!“

“This place was fantastic. The staff was also very kind and polite and always had smiles on their faces. And i've never had such big rolls of sushi. Not only were they huge, but they were extremely tasty. This place is a ten out of ten.
Russ“

“Awesome place. I haven't had celiac friendly sushi for a very long time. I am very sensitive and get really sick if I eat any gluten or even something cross-contaminated. Tomo Japanese Restaurant was a great experience in terms of food, service, atmosphere, and above all safety for me and my son. People with Celiac and NCGS, Tomo is a really nice place with safe gluten-free food, highly recommended. :)“

“My favourite omakase in Toronto!!! The menu’s variety — you get many textures, flavours, cooking styles (grilled, raw, broiled, tempura, rice etc.). That keeps things interesting. Kappo Sato feels like a restaurant where love for Japanese food and craft really shows. Really love this place❤️“

“I love it“

“I almost don’t want to tell the public about how insanely good the sushi is here but out of respect to the owners, I must. Fresh sushi and Japanese owed which is hard to find in Toronto (mostly Korean owned). They import their Chu Toro Tuna from Japan and it is exquisite. This is a gem in Toronto, a must try.“

“Michi has some of the best Japanese food I’ve had in Toronto. I’ve never been disappointed by the food and always look forward to coming back. The service is always super fast and polite. The restaurant itself is comfortable and inviting despite its small(ish) size. Truly a hidden gem in north York!!!“

“Everything feels fresh and delicious. We’ve ordered from here three times now, and the quality has been consistently excellent. 👌🏼 One of the best sushi spots in the area. Yum-yum!

I’m taking one star off because we love eating here, but last time they forgot to include the ginger and soy sauce with our order. We didn’t realize it until we got home. The food was still fresh and delicious, but it was disappointing to have that experience.“

“Cute take-out only handroll shop! I find myself frequenting this spot more often than I thought I would since it's great for a quick and easy lunch. Buy 3 hand rolls, get one beverage for free. Prices are about $3-8 per handroll, depending on what you pick (I.e. veggie roll versus uni). Parking can be tricky in this plaza at times especially during lunch!“

“I had a great dinner with friends on 8 June. Good food of great value. Waiter Samuel is cheerful and helpful.“

“I’m a regular here, and I felt compelled to leave a review because some of the recent negative ones don’t do this place justice at all. Kibo Sushi is a true hidden gem near leslie!

Sure, it can get pretty busy and crowded during peak hours, but the food quality has been consistently excellent every single time. Plus, the staff are always so welcoming and friendly(special thanks to Yusul)

Highly recommend if you want solid, reliable sushi 🍣“

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