This place is great for karaoke, you can sing absolutely anything you can imagine. The rooms are comfy and the food and drinks are great. Only downside is it's rather expensive (XL room is $90 per hour, minimum $15 spend per person on weekends). Also they don't allow for separate bills or individual food/drink purchases, which is kind of inconvenient.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Joon
This was authentic Japanese izakaya like being in Japan the food was good and beer was cheap after 9pmI enjoyed it thank you!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Judy Ann Ulidan
Their customer service was superb
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Yana Podkur
Amazing place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kal Sukar
I recently went to Sake Bar Kushi on Eglinton and overall I would say it’s a good spot with potential, but there are definitely a few things worth mentioning so people know what to expect.
First off, the atmosphere is fun and lively. It has that modern Japanese bar feel with dim lighting, a cozy vibe, and lots of energy in the room. It’s a place that makes you want to stay for a couple of hours, order a few skewers, and enjoy sake with friends. The staff were friendly and attentive, which stood out right away. They greeted us warmly, explained the menu clearly, and made sure our drinks and food came out in good time. Service-wise, I can’t complain — they were on top of things and created a welcoming experience.
Now, when it comes to the food, it was good but could be better. The skewers and small plates were enjoyable, but they didn’t blow me away. Some dishes were nicely seasoned and came out hot and fresh, while others felt a little underwhelming or just average. The presentation was neat and appealing, but the taste didn’t always match the visual expectation. For a place that builds its concept around skewers and sake pairings, I think there’s room to elevate the flavors and consistency. I wouldn’t say the food is bad at all — it’s tasty enough for a casual evening — but if you’re expecting a truly memorable culinary experience, you might leave thinking it could have been just a little better.
Another thing to note is the space itself. The rooms are very tight, and the tables are quite close together. It’s cozy to the point of feeling cramped, and when the restaurant gets busy it can feel almost overcrowded. If you’re someone who likes a bit more personal space when dining, or if you’re going with a larger group, this might be something to consider. It works fine for a quick meal or drinks with a friend or two, but it’s not the kind of place where you’ll feel like you can spread out and relax.
On the positive side, the drinks menu is impressive. They offer a solid selection of sake that pairs nicely with the food, and the staff are happy to make recommendations if you’re not familiar with different varieties. That alone makes it worth visiting if you’re into exploring sake or just want something different from the usual bar options in Toronto.
Overall, I’d say Sake Bar Kushi is a great spot for atmosphere, service, and drinks, with food that’s decent but not necessarily the star of the show. It’s fun, unique, and worth trying at least once, especially if you’re in the area and want a Japanese izakaya-style experience. If they put a bit more focus into improving the food and maybe rethinking the spacing, it could easily become one of the standout places on Eglinton.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Chicken Kushi, Sake Bar Kushi Roll, Volcano Roll
Anthony S (Torontofoodgourmand on IG)
Good vibey spot for snacks and drinks
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Rami Rizk
I’ve been coming here for the past few years now and it never disappoints. This place is a hidden gem and a local banger. Great quality sushi, unreal variety of sake and an amazing atmosphere. Keep up the good work!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aaron A
Neighborhood gem, top quality food, service and atmosphere. We go everytime we're in the area
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
SunKim Toronto Living and House - Js Media
Fresh sashimi, delicious signature rolls, and cozy izakaya vibes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mario
Overall mid experience in comparison with some of the outstanding izakayas available in Toronto. Prices are on the higher side especially for drinks. Servers are fast but not exceptionally friendly. Once again, okay on it's own, but does not compare well with what's available in Toronto.
$3.95 Sapporo pint daily after 9pm. Has private karaoke rooms and good selection of Japanese whisky and sake. Salmon tataki is my fav!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Scott
Great spot for late night snacks and alcohol. Sapporo on special after 9 👌
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anna Ivanova
The only karaoke in the hood. Good food, nice and helpful stuff , rooms for different sizes of company. Favourite place for girls night! 🥳
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
a 6
Ordered uber eats pick up 2 chicken karaage orders 32 before tax. 9 little chicken nugget pieces mostly batter. Very bland and massive ripoff. Spoke to restraunt manager he didn't care
Food: 1
Jayden kim
Visited on June 19 around 6pm ( seated at T2?) Hidden gem in Toronto. The staff were so kind, the food was incredible, and the atmosphere had that cozy, welcoming izakaya vibe. Even the restroom was impressively clean. This place is truly stunning. Definitely coming back
This place is great for karaoke, you can sing absolutely anything you can imagine. The rooms are comfy and the food and drinks are great. Only downside is it's rather expensive (XL room is $90 per hour, minimum $15 spend per person on weekends). Also they don't allow for separate bills or individual food/drink purchases, which is kind of inconvenient.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
This was authentic Japanese izakaya like being in Japan the food was good and beer was cheap after 9pmI enjoyed it thank you!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Their customer service was superb
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Amazing place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I recently went to Sake Bar Kushi on Eglinton and overall I would say it’s a good spot with potential, but there are definitely a few things worth mentioning so people know what to expect.
First off, the atmosphere is fun and lively. It has that modern Japanese bar feel with dim lighting, a cozy vibe, and lots of energy in the room. It’s a place that makes you want to stay for a couple of hours, order a few skewers, and enjoy sake with friends. The staff were friendly and attentive, which stood out right away. They greeted us warmly, explained the menu clearly, and made sure our drinks and food came out in good time. Service-wise, I can’t complain — they were on top of things and created a welcoming experience.
Now, when it comes to the food, it was good but could be better. The skewers and small plates were enjoyable, but they didn’t blow me away. Some dishes were nicely seasoned and came out hot and fresh, while others felt a little underwhelming or just average. The presentation was neat and appealing, but the taste didn’t always match the visual expectation. For a place that builds its concept around skewers and sake pairings, I think there’s room to elevate the flavors and consistency. I wouldn’t say the food is bad at all — it’s tasty enough for a casual evening — but if you’re expecting a truly memorable culinary experience, you might leave thinking it could have been just a little better.
Another thing to note is the space itself. The rooms are very tight, and the tables are quite close together. It’s cozy to the point of feeling cramped, and when the restaurant gets busy it can feel almost overcrowded. If you’re someone who likes a bit more personal space when dining, or if you’re going with a larger group, this might be something to consider. It works fine for a quick meal or drinks with a friend or two, but it’s not the kind of place where you’ll feel like you can spread out and relax.
On the positive side, the drinks menu is impressive. They offer a solid selection of sake that pairs nicely with the food, and the staff are happy to make recommendations if you’re not familiar with different varieties. That alone makes it worth visiting if you’re into exploring sake or just want something different from the usual bar options in Toronto.
Overall, I’d say Sake Bar Kushi is a great spot for atmosphere, service, and drinks, with food that’s decent but not necessarily the star of the show. It’s fun, unique, and worth trying at least once, especially if you’re in the area and want a Japanese izakaya-style experience. If they put a bit more focus into improving the food and maybe rethinking the spacing, it could easily become one of the standout places on Eglinton.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Chicken Kushi, Sake Bar Kushi Roll, Volcano Roll
Good vibey spot for snacks and drinks
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
I’ve been coming here for the past few years now and it never disappoints. This place is a hidden gem and a local banger. Great quality sushi, unreal variety of sake and an amazing atmosphere. Keep up the good work!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Neighborhood gem, top quality food, service and atmosphere. We go everytime we're in the area
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fresh sashimi, delicious signature rolls, and cozy izakaya vibes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Overall mid experience in comparison with some of the outstanding izakayas available in Toronto. Prices are on the higher side especially for drinks. Servers are fast but not exceptionally friendly. Once again, okay on it's own, but does not compare well with what's available in Toronto.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
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$3.95 Sapporo pint daily after 9pm. Has private karaoke rooms and good selection of Japanese whisky and sake. Salmon tataki is my fav!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Great spot for late night snacks and alcohol. Sapporo on special after 9 👌
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The only karaoke in the hood. Good food, nice and helpful stuff , rooms for different sizes of company. Favourite place for girls night! 🥳
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ordered uber eats pick up 2 chicken karaage orders 32 before tax. 9 little chicken nugget pieces mostly batter. Very bland and massive ripoff. Spoke to restraunt manager he didn't care
Food: 1
Visited on June 19 around 6pm ( seated at T2?)
Hidden gem in Toronto.
The staff were so kind, the food was incredible, and the atmosphere had that cozy, welcoming izakaya vibe.
Even the restroom was impressively clean.
This place is truly stunning. Definitely coming back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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