50 Best Japanese Restaurants in Toronto

“What a wonderful experience! The warmth and hospitality of the Yukashi staff was only surpassed by the food which was absolutely sensational. One of the most memorable dinners I have ever experienced, and so happy I saved this one for a special event.“

“Had Valentines dinner there last night. The first dinner package was mainly sashimi but the changed it to sushi for us at a reasonable extra cost . The food was excellent and the wait staff were attentive and friendly. Will definitely go back. An extra was that the waitress who greeted us was Japanese.“

“The best in town, even better than Tokyo.“

“Great staff. Awesome vibe. This is a place where you go to take your time, enjoy the food, wine and company.“

“We ate here the last two nights, because we absolutely had to come back for more before leaving the city. I am so impressed with the quality of the food and the service. We will definitely be back the next time we’re in town!“

“Oji Seichi is a wonderful place, I am a regular customer and love it. Chicken Sesame is the best ramen! I love the spice for this soup and the toppings are amazing. My experience was positively affected by this girl with a ponytail. I would also love to say that the restaurant is clean and has a amazing atmosphere.“

“We had a wonderful dinner at Kingyo Izakaya! The service was amazing, the food was presented in such lovely, creative ways and was delicious! We will be back! Thank you for a great evening!“

“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❤️“

“This spot was so cute when I came here for my birthday with my friends! We ordered a little bit of everything off the menu and every single dish just hit. The dessert was probably my favourite part, and would definitely come back again. The service was so friendly and accommodating to our group. She made sure we were good the whole time. Would recommend doing reservations as they seem to get busy especially around dinner time.“

“Shoushin was one of the best Omakase experiences I've had outside of Japan hands down. Excellent service that can rival any fine dining establishment. The sake list was extensive and well thought. The food was perfectly timed and seasoned to perfection. Each piece of nigiri showcased the chef's personality. The perfect rice to accompany the perfectly prepared fish. If you're looking for an intricately prepared sushi roll this may not be your kind of restaurant. If you're looking for more traditional and simple flavors that showcase the fish and seasonality, this is the restaurant for you.“

“Wonderful and authentic omakase experience in a simple yet elegant atmosphere. The opportunity to watch the chef at work was fantastic. The additional supplemental menu was delicious. The service staff was friendly and knowledgeable - be sure not to miss the sake pairing.“

“Amazing place! very nice service!“

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

“Visiting Toronto and we found this hip place. Servers were nice, food was good, drinks were amazing! Sake Bomb!!! 👍🏼👍🏼“

“Looking at the window I was asked if I wanted to see what they looked like as there was a display. I was sold when I did. The crab and the spicy beef one were SO good, Presentation was also beautiful. Quick and delicious grab and go snack. Spicy was my favorite!“

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

“I’m a foodie who loves finding great spots, and eating alone at Haru Shabu Shabu was so much fun! The staff was really kind and helped me pick the tastiest dishes. The food was fresh and super yummy, and the place felt warm and cozy. It’s one of my favorite restaurants, and I can’t wait to come back! You should totally try it!“

“Authentic Ramen experience with their gold standard of food and service. Clean, friendly, bilingual.“

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

“Great service and great food. Really like this place.“

“My go-to for authentic Japanese food downtown with seasonal menus perfect for the occasion.“

“We were craving sushi, and found this little place. We ordered Takoyaki, dynamite roll sushi, and chicken karaage. The takoyaki is a bit salty, maybe because it has too much sauce, but the Chicken Karaage and dynamite sushi was really good! Overall, I would highly recommend this place! We'll be back here again for sure.“

“super friendly staff and awesome manager who didn't blink an eye and replaced my mom and aunts order to accommodate their health conditions. bomb food and and super fast serve time. will be back again Special shout out to Damont for being an awesome manager!“

“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. ❤️“

“Visiting here from Ottawa, we saw this place and thought I love tacos and my friend loves sushi ... what couple better. It was sooooo good. the food is exceptional and the service was impeccable. We suggested that they open a place in Ottawa. You won't be disappointed.“

“Kinton Ramen offers delicious Japanese ramen, such as chicken, pork and vegetarian dishes.“

“I stopped by Kinson in the Bathurst and Dundas area and ordered the Sushi Roll Tray B, and wow — this place is a hidden gem! Even though I forgot to take pictures, every roll looked beautiful and tasted even better. The fish quality was top notch — super fresh, buttery, and clean-tasting. You can tell they take pride in using high-quality ingredients. The portions were generous too, definitely more filling than I expected.

What really made the experience stand out was how friendly everyone was. From the moment I walked in, the staff greeted me with a smile and made me feel welcome. The chef even came out to say hello, which gave the whole experience such a personal touch. That combination of hospitality and excellent sushi really sets Kinson apart.

If you’re looking for fresh, well-portioned sushi with service that makes you feel like family, I can’t recommend Kinson enough. I’ll definitely be coming back (and next time I’ll remember to snap some photos!).“

“Always fresh! The best sushi place around, tasty, service is great, super cute atmosphere, I love how they have the booths that make you feel secluded! Also sake is delicious and lunch specials rock! We always order platters for any party we have !“

“Enjoy the main dish with 1 dollar drink promotion. I ordered Curry chicken rice with white peach oolong tea, it was really delicious! Will definitely come back!“

“We’ve been to DOKKAEBI multiple times as we live in the neighborhood. This was an awesome find and a great addition to the Bloor Wesr / High Park área. Food is always tasty and on point plus service is outstanding. Super nice servers, in particular the chef’s wife who I believe is one of the owners of the place. She’s always super welcoming and friendly. Highly recommend this place!“

“This is my favourite sushi spot on Queen East. While a smaller and more intimate restaurant it gas sufficient seating and a cozy atmosphere. It is a bit on the pricer side for what sushi can be but the good thing is the quality definitely matches the price point. All of the items and dishes we have gotten were fresh, well presented and tasty! Service is warm and quick which is not often a pairing you find in most restaurants but you will find it here.“

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

“Amazing food, drinks and service in a chic and lively atmosphere“

“This place is phenomenal! Firstly, it’s the best sushi in the area. Not by a little but by a long shot! Trust me. Just try it. But also, the staff are amazing. I made a mistake by ordering something that I’m allergic to and they fixed it for me with a smile. Super kind of them because it was entirely my fault. I love this place“

“We found this place after a night out and when I tell you this is the best sushi I have ever had I mean it!! Charlie was our server and he was so sweet and kind, we were all wearing nice dresses and he gave us aprons to make sure they wouldn’t get dirty. The sushi itself was huge and absolutely delicious and the whole time he would check on us and even brought us complimentary noodle soup and orange slices at the end of our meal. The atmosphere is so cozy and comforting, something you wouldn’t expect to find in the middle of Etobicoke. He even got on his tippy toes just to take some group photos of us that came out great! Also the amount you pay for the volume you get is absolutely phenomenal!“

“Great service and delicious food 👍“

“Great food and service is amazing! 🤩

We booked here for our anniversary, and they truly were so attentive with us from beginning to end. Food was amazing and so fresh, the chef tells you where everything comes from and they are pretty easy to talk to. Defiantly would come here again!“

“Rented an XL room, it was really clean, and comfortable. There was AC, a huge screenlights and YouTube karaoke available. You can order food right to the food too which is really nice

No free water in the karaoke room thought. only bottled water available for 1$.

but if you leave a review you get a discount on your room“

“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.“

“Superb customer service. fresh foods“

“My sister was visiting and we took her here for dinner today! Matthew was our chef and he was great! He told us his favourite was striped jack and that was one our our favourites too! The other was toro bluefin tuna belly. This was my second time here and the menu changed a bit too which is great and refreshing.“

“Hands down the best sushi I have had in the city. So fresh, so delicious. The miso soup was flavorful with delicious salty seaweed. The rainbow roll was tender and tasty. The shrimp tempura was great and the ume shiso roll was unique and my favorite. How can I possibly eat sushi anywhere else in the city now? Highly recommend.“

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

“A nice little spot just barely off the corner of Bloor and Bathurst. They offer fairly portioned and priced donburi options with a cute vibe inside the store. The wall of sticky notes made for an entertaining view while enjoying my salmon donburi.“

“I just returned from Japan two months ago and although we didn’t make it into the Michelin star sushi restaurant we had planned to get in to, I must say that no sushi we had in Japan topped the flavors we experienced here at Iwami. The premium sushis are definitely worth experiencing. The sesame sauce was incredible. My wife had the chicken infused with truffle. It knocked me out. The udon my son had was again better than many we had in Japan. Nice work chef! You did good!“

“Incredible! Most of all thank you so much for making me feel so safe as a celiac! The server without prompting, always let me know in advance what was in each item and, substitution recommendations and as everything was delivered to the table she reconfirmed each item. Such a fabulous experience and omg so delicious! An adventure and experience! Thank you guys!“

“I recently visited had such a great experience. The atmosphere was lively but still comfortable, and the service was warm and attentive. The highlight for me was the Korean fried chicken — honestly the best I’ve had in Toronto. Perfectly crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and packed with flavor. Everything else we tried was delicious as well, but KFC alone makes me want to come back soon.“

“I drove all the way from Steeles to here for their authentic Japanese food. I could only do takeout because parking here is a nightmare but it was well worth it! Their yakisoba didn't get soggy even after several hours and still very delicious. Same with their okonomiyaki. I tried beef, pork, shrimp and squid and my fav is the squid one. They were all on point in their freshness and flavour and will absolutely visit them again in the near future!“

“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!“

“Great food fast service“