Great food, friendly service, comfortable environment, easy going atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Selina Zhou
This place is a scam, came here for my birthday but disappointed. I ordered the fixed course which is $500+ per person but after they said that’s what they prepared for us today we were not full. They added a few more pieces but we were not notified that the pieces will cost extra, they also charge over $100 for the dessert melon. This place is not operated by Japanese either.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Ryan Lu
Fantastic food. Amazing service. Took another trip to Japan to truly appreciate the level of this restaurant in North America. Highly recommended for the best sushi in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tim Ho
Michelin starred omakase experience, and well deserving of it.
Shousin is definitely worth trying. Every little detail in this cozy little restaurant will wow you.
Chef Jackie is a master of his craft, and is very engaging with his guests. If you have questions, he'll go into great detail to explain the mastery of the dish and the ecology of the fish. It just makes the experience so much more enjoyable knowing every bite is hand-crafted by a master who is super knowledgeable in every small detail of every individual ingredient.
I've dined at other expensive omakase restaurants in the city, and none can compare to Shousin. The service here is just top-notch. Just not having a tea pot in front of me and having to refill my own cup, already speaks volumes about Shousin's service standards.
Make sure to check out the washrooms too. They have some next level Japanese bidets. You don't see a lot of these in Toronto, and you definitely won't see the ones from Shousin anywhere else either. If you've been to Japan, you know there is a huge difference in the level of the bidets. I just needed to pee, but sat down and enjoyed myself for a bit (get your mind out of the gutter ?) Not to mention, they're washrooms smell like that 5-star hotel hallways, I don't know what they're spraying into their vents, but it works.
10/10 recommend. But don't take it from me, it's Michelin rated for a reason.
Chef has an ego problem and makes peoole feel uncomfortable, avoid.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Arthur Goldberg
I could not believe how rude the chef Jackie Lin was to the person dining with me who was struggling with extremely large pieces of nigiri. He also butted into another couple's private, quiet conversation about the food, rudely disagreeing with their opinion. This guy is too cocky for his craft. It is unfortunate that he did not pick up Japanese hospitality and avoidance of putting people (especially guests and customers!) in an awkward situation with one's actions and words, when he was learning Japanese cuisine. He does a good simulation of Japanese food but the hospitality is missing and so the experience is incomplete.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 1
Patricia Cheung
Authentic and wonderful omakase sushi experience. Love the balance of the shari rice and the seafood❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Our Sushi
Sardar Naseem
Gorgeous space. Very good sushi. Chef is too aggressive in correcting customers. Bro, your nigiri is too big. Like extremely uncomfortable to eat. That’s why I took a bite. Don’t yell at me. Look inwardly at your own craft and why you are creating this awkward situation for your guest. And don’t be rude to your guests. Not acceptable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 1
Madeena Homayoun
One of the best dining experiences of my life.
Dining at Shoushin is a multi sensory experience where the menu tells a story. Texture and taste combine perfectly. You can expect authentic fresh Japanese ingredients in each dish.
The experience is so intimate. I was lucky enough to be seated across owner and head chef Jackie Lin. Chef Jackie artfully prepares each piece and while he does what he does best, he's also gauging how you like each item he made for you. He is sweet, fun, authentic and passionate about what he does - you can really sense it.
There were only a handful of us in the restaurant for our seating.
We came as a pair and our server explained every ingredient in each dish. The whole team is honestly so sociable and they all have good genuine energy. We actually ran a bit late but they accommodated us wholeheartedly. They are truly hospitable - when you are happy, they are happy.
Definitely try the winter melon if it's available, you won't regret it.
Shoushin really stands out to me amongst the Michelin star restaurants I have been to.
Thank you Chef Jackie and the whole team ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: A Personalized Omakase Showcasing
Alan Ng
Absolutely mind blowing experience that we had at Shoushin. Thanks chef Jackie and his team taking care of us for the night. Top notch ingredient and amazing presentation on every dishes. Staffs are professional and polite. Highly recommend to try it out.
I have been lucky enough to have experienced a lot of omakase meals and Michelin locations. This restaurant has blown all of my other experiences out of the water. You can tell Chef Lin loves what he is doing and loves the experience he gives his guests. The staff is ON TOP of everything. Tiny things, like I started eating my sushi left handed, (I am right handed), and so they reset my wet towel placement, something I never would have noticed or thought about.
The fish was tasty, and someone at our table loved the soy sauce so much, he drank it
Will go back when I visit Toronto again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Evan P
I went there for a date not too long ago, and unfortunately I cannot recommend it.
The experience was... for lack of better words, highly pretentious. It would be hard to find a place that greater exemplifies paying for appearances over substance. The entire place just exudes an aura of snobbiness. And it's reflected in the attitude of the Chef, who seemed to go out of his way to listen into our conversation, and even make unsolicited comments and "corrections" about our opinions of the dishes.
Yet at the same time, the dishes were really in no way memorable... I'm not a Toronto resident, so I can't draw any local comparisons, but having dined at several upscale sushi restaurants in NYC (non-omakase), this was honestly barely keeping up with the quality level that I would consider "standard" for an upscale restaurant and could get at NYC restaurants for $100 (USD) per person. However, the final bill here was over $1,000 CAD for two people. It did not feel justified at all.
The best thing about the experience for me was the sake pairing which was delightful, diverse, and generously portioned.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Oliver McGinley
Shoshin provides a superior culinary experience. Their efforts to produce flawless dishes, beautiful Sushil, and provide a delicate experience are awesome. It's very likely the best sushi in Toronto and some of the best I have experienced on this planet
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: A Personalized Omakase Showcasing
Eunice Chen
As a “sushi holic lover” ,I haven’t tried any restaurants contain the BEST quality of「sea urchin 」satisfied so far,to tell the truth,I was afraid it’s gonna be disappointed .BUT!! Authentic Japanese Restaurant-Shoushin(匠心） gives me a 120% superior taste. ? I especially want to know why sea urchins taste neither pungent nor fishy at all?They answered the sea urchins are collected in Russia, processed in Japan, and then returned to Canada. In terms of details, the silky, delicate and dense eel and the ingenuity of using sea salt to restore simulated sea water? allows each ingredient to bring out the best in taste details.Non of dishes made me disappointed.
They specialized in Edomae(江戶）style sushi and I really like how they named the shop-Shoushin (匠心）means ‘craftsman heart’.
Overall, it’s an excellent restaurant . It costs $400+/person, although I still feeling hungry when left,I still highly recommend it.??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ryan Duval
Wow, what an experience from start to finish. More specifically, an unforgettable experience from the food to the service to the meaningful conversations with Chef Jackie Lin. You exceeded expectations, and set a "new" bar when it comes to dining in general, and Omakase specifically. Worth every penny!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: A Personalized Omakase Showcasing
Great food, friendly service, comfortable environment, easy going atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is a scam, came here for my birthday but disappointed. I ordered the fixed course which is $500+ per person but after they said that’s what they prepared for us today we were not full. They added a few more pieces but we were not notified that the pieces will cost extra, they also charge over $100 for the dessert melon. This place is not operated by Japanese either.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Fantastic food. Amazing service. Took another trip to Japan to truly appreciate the level of this restaurant in North America. Highly recommended for the best sushi in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michelin starred omakase experience, and well deserving of it.
Shousin is definitely worth trying. Every little detail in this cozy little restaurant will wow you.
Chef Jackie is a master of his craft, and is very engaging with his guests. If you have questions, he'll go into great detail to explain the mastery of the dish and the ecology of the fish. It just makes the experience so much more enjoyable knowing every bite is hand-crafted by a master who is super knowledgeable in every small detail of every individual ingredient.
I've dined at other expensive omakase restaurants in the city, and none can compare to Shousin. The service here is just top-notch. Just not having a tea pot in front of me and having to refill my own cup, already speaks volumes about Shousin's service standards.
Make sure to check out the washrooms too. They have some next level Japanese bidets. You don't see a lot of these in Toronto, and you definitely won't see the ones from Shousin anywhere else either. If you've been to Japan, you know there is a huge difference in the level of the bidets. I just needed to pee, but sat down and enjoyed myself for a bit (get your mind out of the gutter ?) Not to mention, they're washrooms smell like that 5-star hotel hallways, I don't know what they're spraying into their vents, but it works.
10/10 recommend. But don't take it from me, it's Michelin rated for a reason.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bonito Broth Soup, Toro & Sturgeon Caviar, A Personalized Omakase Showcasing, Sake Pairing
Chef has an ego problem and makes peoole feel uncomfortable, avoid.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
I could not believe how rude the chef Jackie Lin was to the person dining with me who was struggling with extremely large pieces of nigiri. He also butted into another couple's private, quiet conversation about the food, rudely disagreeing with their opinion. This guy is too cocky for his craft. It is unfortunate that he did not pick up Japanese hospitality and avoidance of putting people (especially guests and customers!) in an awkward situation with one's actions and words, when he was learning Japanese cuisine. He does a good simulation of Japanese food but the hospitality is missing and so the experience is incomplete.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 1
Authentic and wonderful omakase sushi experience. Love the balance of the shari rice and the seafood❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Our Sushi
Gorgeous space. Very good sushi. Chef is too aggressive in correcting customers. Bro, your nigiri is too big. Like extremely uncomfortable to eat. That’s why I took a bite. Don’t yell at me. Look inwardly at your own craft and why you are creating this awkward situation for your guest. And don’t be rude to your guests. Not acceptable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 1
One of the best dining experiences of my life.
Dining at Shoushin is a multi sensory experience where the menu tells a story. Texture and taste combine perfectly. You can expect authentic fresh Japanese ingredients in each dish.
The experience is so intimate. I was lucky enough to be seated across owner and head chef Jackie Lin. Chef Jackie artfully prepares each piece and while he does what he does best, he's also gauging how you like each item he made for you. He is sweet, fun, authentic and passionate about what he does - you can really sense it.
There were only a handful of us in the restaurant for our seating.
We came as a pair and our server explained every ingredient in each dish. The whole team is honestly so sociable and they all have good genuine energy. We actually ran a bit late but they accommodated us wholeheartedly. They are truly hospitable - when you are happy, they are happy.
Definitely try the winter melon if it's available, you won't regret it.
Shoushin really stands out to me amongst the Michelin star restaurants I have been to.
Thank you Chef Jackie and the whole team ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: A Personalized Omakase Showcasing
Absolutely mind blowing experience that we had at Shoushin. Thanks chef Jackie and his team taking care of us for the night. Top notch ingredient and amazing presentation on every dishes. Staffs are professional and polite. Highly recommend to try it out.
Restaurantji Recommends
I have been lucky enough to have experienced a lot of omakase meals and Michelin locations. This restaurant has blown all of my other experiences out of the water.
You can tell Chef Lin loves what he is doing and loves the experience he gives his guests. The staff is ON TOP of everything. Tiny things, like I started eating my sushi left handed, (I am right handed), and so they reset my wet towel placement, something I never would have noticed or thought about.
The fish was tasty, and someone at our table loved the soy sauce so much, he drank it
Will go back when I visit Toronto again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I went there for a date not too long ago, and unfortunately I cannot recommend it.
The experience was... for lack of better words, highly pretentious. It would be hard to find a place that greater exemplifies paying for appearances over substance. The entire place just exudes an aura of snobbiness. And it's reflected in the attitude of the Chef, who seemed to go out of his way to listen into our conversation, and even make unsolicited comments and "corrections" about our opinions of the dishes.
Yet at the same time, the dishes were really in no way memorable... I'm not a Toronto resident, so I can't draw any local comparisons, but having dined at several upscale sushi restaurants in NYC (non-omakase), this was honestly barely keeping up with the quality level that I would consider "standard" for an upscale restaurant and could get at NYC restaurants for $100 (USD) per person. However, the final bill here was over $1,000 CAD for two people. It did not feel justified at all.
The best thing about the experience for me was the sake pairing which was delightful, diverse, and generously portioned.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Shoshin provides a superior culinary experience. Their efforts to produce flawless dishes, beautiful Sushil, and provide a delicate experience are awesome. It's very likely the best sushi in Toronto and some of the best I have experienced on this planet
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: A Personalized Omakase Showcasing
As a “sushi holic lover” ,I haven’t tried any restaurants contain the BEST quality of「sea urchin 」satisfied so far,to tell the truth,I was afraid it’s gonna be disappointed .BUT!! Authentic Japanese Restaurant-Shoushin(匠心） gives me a 120% superior taste. ? I especially want to know why sea urchins taste neither pungent nor fishy at all?They answered the sea urchins are collected in Russia, processed in Japan, and then returned to Canada. In terms of details, the silky, delicate and dense eel and the ingenuity of using sea salt to restore simulated sea water? allows each ingredient to bring out the best in taste details.Non of dishes made me disappointed.
They specialized in Edomae(江戶）style sushi and I really like how they named the shop-Shoushin (匠心）means ‘craftsman heart’.
Overall, it’s an excellent restaurant . It costs $400+/person, although I still feeling hungry when left,I still highly recommend it.??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow, what an experience from start to finish. More specifically, an unforgettable experience from the food to the service to the meaningful conversations with Chef Jackie Lin. You exceeded expectations, and set a "new" bar when it comes to dining in general, and Omakase specifically. Worth every penny!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: A Personalized Omakase Showcasing
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