50 Best Japanese Restaurants in Toronto

“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.“

“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.“

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

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

“It’s a lovely spot with great service and a bubbly atmosphere that feels very much like Toronto.
The food was exceptional. 4 cocktails. The plum wine negroni was exceptional.
The plates are small shareable. Japanese tapas. But they’re all exceptional in their way. The sashimi was fresh and beautiful. The corn Karage is a must get. It’s sweet and salty and crunchy. My friend and I commented we could snack on that all night. The liver pate was soft and whipped. The beef tataki was good. But the stand out was the pork belly katsu. I could have eaten 3 more plates.
The bill was on the higher end, but well worth it.
It was a lovely experience and I’ll definitely be back.
Note that reservations are important and there is a fee for no shows. No shade, I get it.“

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

“Haru shabu shabu has a large selection of soup base, appetizers, meats, and veggies. We had the spicy and sukiyaki base and enjoyed both. With a green P parking across the street and subway station in the building, it’s super accessible. We didn’t have any problems with wait times around lunch time. Overall a great dining experience!“

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

“I came to this restaurant on a friend's recommendation; they specialize in inari sushi. I had never tried it before, but this time I found it delicious and it opened up a whole new world for me. I'll definitely come back next time and I'd love to recommend it to my friends.“

“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.“

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

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

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

“We had a great omakase experience at Sushi Umi.
We reserved seats for the weekend noon seating. The omakase included an appetizer, 10 pieces of sushi, a hand roll, and tamago. Everything tasted fresh and well prepared. The service was excellent—the waitress was very attentive and always refilled the tea just when it was about to run out. The portion size may depend on your appetite; for me it wasn’t completely filling, but you can easily add a few à la carte seafood items if you still have room.
Overall it was a very enjoyable and authentic Japanese restaurant food experience. Definitely recommended.“

“It definitely worth the hype! We tried the beef hot udon and crab hot udon. The udon quality was very good, fresh, chewy, soft. The broth for each udon is different, both were very delicious. I will definitely come back to try more! Service was prompt and friendly. Heads up, Check out their Yelp page for virtual wait list to save time ;)“

“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 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!“

“I celebrated my girlfriend’s birthday here, and overall it was a great experience. Sushi Kiwami is definitely a place worth trying. The service was very friendly, and many of the dishes were creative and unique—things you don’t usually see at other sushi restaurants.

Some sushi pieces didn’t quite hit the spot, but overall the quality and presentation were still very enjoyable. There’s a little room for improvement, but it’s still a solid place for a special occasion.

Overall, a good experience and worth checking out. ⭐“

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

“Absolutely loved my experience at Dokkaebi! The food was incredible from start to finish. The bulgogi was perfectly seasoned and tender. The sushi bento box was also a standout, beautifully presented and super fresh. Will definitely be back and would highly recommend to anyone looking for a delicious Sushi and Bento dinner.“

“It was a quiet night and some if my sashimi was a tad cold, but everything was deliscious. The two owners were very kind and patient to my questions. Highly reccomend the red dragon roll. Music was pleasant and just the right volume. All the sushi is made to order.“

“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.“

“Our server went above and beyond. We ordered our meal and ge brought over complimentary side dishes. He made sake bombs for us to drink, gave us plenty of attention without suffocating us. Will definitely be back again. Sushi was fresh and delicious. Happy 30th anniversary!“

“IS AMAZING!!! SERVICE IS GOOD, FOOD IS AWESOME!!!“

“Coming here was a good experience all around - food, service and ambiance. The semi-private booths were a nice surprise. There is also a cute terrace in front. My friend had the teriyaki chicken bento box and I had yam/avocado rolls - all great tasting. Will go back for sure.“

“Take a moment and go to Gerrard and Broadview where this gem of a restaurant resides. Oji Seichi is a quaint little Japanese restaurant that serves the most delicious Chicken Katsu sandwich and ramen. The sandwich was fried perfectly and the chicken was so moist! We asked foe the tonkatsu sauce and mayo on the side and added it ourselves. Its the perfect sandwich.

Featured in the pic is their Oji Classic Shio Ramen. The broth is clear, savory, with roasted pork belly, a beautifully cooked egg thats still runny in the centre and noodles that are still a bit al dente.

Best of all, the staff who was here when we came was lovely. She was professional, friendly, attentive, and courteous. Made us feel very welcomed and relaxed to enjoy our food.

Keep in mind the space is small so there might be a line up but dont let that deter you. Easily accessible by TTC.

We will definitely be back. 😋“

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

“I love it“

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

“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“

“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. ❤️“

“Honestly, so fricken good. I recommend everything, never had a bad meal ordering from Gushi.“

“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!“

“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!“

“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❤️“

“Nice setup, friendly server, good selections for side dishes“

“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.“

“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!“

“It was a truly excellent meal, and a unique dining experience. I felt like I was back in Kobe. Fantastic service and very friendly. Highly recommended!“

“Amazing first omakase experience. It was a special night for me - celebrating my 30th birthday, 20th year in Canada, and my brother's promotion. Couldn't have picked a better place.

Chef Eric was incredibly friendly, professional and he truly made the night extra memorable. Would absolutely love to come back again.“

“We come here pretty often and they’re a solid sushi spot at fair prices. Sometimes they provide a bit too much rice though for the nigiri and maki. They have some off days where the fish doesn’t taste as fresh but quality is usually good. Also, it’s pretty much a takeout only spot for those that don’t know.“

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

“For a place like this, let the food speak for itself. The price can seem a little high but the quality and amount you get make it all worth it. The service is quick and the staff were kind, able to give me easy recommendations, clear that they were from someone who actually eats what they sell. Customers are also paying for a cozy atmosphere, the walls lined with memories from visitors past via sticky notes. Another plus is that this location is only minutes away from the nearest station. This place deserves 4 stars, solid already with some room for improvement. I'd like to see more seating in the future as I'd imagine the place reaches max capacity pretty quick.“

“They always serve high-quality food. The staff are very well trained, know their menu well, and always serve everything at the right timing. I’ve tried several different dishes and honestly loved them all. Nothing on the menu feels like it was added without thought — you can tell they put real care and attention into every dish they make.

I was actually hesitant to try curry at an okonomiyaki specialty restaurant, but the curry was surprisingly amazing. Now I want to go back and try the rest of their menu too. I trust them completely lol.“

“The shop is mostly for take out and has a couple of tables, but don’t let their small appearance deter you from coming in and ordering. They are very friendly folks and serve very savoury and delicious sushi. I tried two of their combos which were accompanied by salad and miso soup. Everything was fantastic!“

“I love the frothy Paitan Soy. With the sous vide chashu and chicken and the seasoned egg, it's an amazing bowl. Kaminari is my favourite ramen restaurant in Toronto. The vibe is Tokyo: Japanese design books, great lighting, and a really good, solid state sound system. Most importantly, they have well-made seating and tables that are the right width for conversation. They've thought of everything.“

“dare i say one of the best downtown spots WELL worth your money. one donburi bowl gets you a buffet of soup, takoyaki, salads, banchan, sauces, oranges (vitamin c🥸) and matcha ice cream

karaage don was comedically huge — fresh and crunchy. the gyu don was a nice mix of lean and fatty beef soooo good“

“the food the staff the vibe makes this one of the best places to hangout and visit for what ever occasion you wont be disappointed at HAPA“