50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Vaughan

“Very welcoming staff, respectful and professional.
The food was excellent with generous portion of fish and the price are very fair. Seating space is limited if you are a large group though.
This is a very nice sushi restaurant, I highly recommend it.“

“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!“

“We love this sushi spot! Every order is fresh, beautifully packaged, and you can really taste the care and passion in every bite. We order here often—as you can see from the collection of photos I’ve amassed—and I can honestly say they’ve been consistent every single time. Their wasabi is made fresh, just like their sushi.

Our daughter has been eating sashimi since she was two, and I’ve never had any concerns about the quality of the fish from this place. Her absolute favorite is the salmon ikura don, and she also loves the little octopus in one of the Inari pockets. We order so often that they even know our usual takeout (D2 and S5, with the occasional Inari Gunkan), and they recognize it instantly when my husband calls in. We’ve dined in a couple of times as well, and the staff are so friendly and warm that we felt right at home.

After a long week, it’s our go-to Friday treat. It’s always a joy to bring their sushi home, and it feels like a little bit of love is packed into every box.“

“The restaurant offers sashimi in quality and freshness. Service is friendly and efficient. Seating arrangement is the only down side that do not provide a feeling of comfort. Menu covers both Japanese and Thai cuisine. It would be even better if a quality wasabi would be served together with premium sashimi.“

“I had a wonderful experience at EDO Japan Vaughan Mills!! I was helped by Joban. She was friendly and was very helpful with my order! I had a slight issue and she immediately solved it with a smile on her face. She was also nice to my kids. It is reassuring to know there are people like Joban who still care in the service/food industry. Please give her a raise! Thank you Joban for doing a great job! We will be back for some lunch again soon!“

“This sushi was great! I ordered on UBER EATS and had some special requests and everything came perfect!!! Very impressed. Thank you for accommodating my cucumber wrapped roles!!!“

“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.“

“Always love their Salmon Pizza☺️☺️ the best!“

“We went here for my birthday celebration yesterday. Just a family dinner with my husband and my baby. It was quiet since it was a week day and tbh thats how I like it. Our overall experience was really good. Chef CALVIN put a great show for us and cooked the protien as per our likings. I would like to give a shoutout to LINDA who was amazing. She welcomed us in the front and made sure our experience was great throughout. She is very kind and polite. Great experience if you like live cooking and hot food of the griddle.“

“Very goid service“

“food was super good!! Definitely get the miso soup, decent portion for the price and it came super hot! the cashier was really sweet, she brought the food right to our table and remembered what each person got. thanks for the experience!! 🥰🥰🥰“

“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!“

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

“Me and my partner experienced such a welcoming experience here at Shinta. Our server was named sienna and she was very friendly and provided amazing customer service. Very fast wait times and she made sure to check up on us to see if everything was good. We are for sure coming back here again!“

“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.“

“Saw this place on TikTok late at night and booked it on impulse, no regrets.

There were three lunch omakase options available that day, and we went with the sashimi nigiri lunch. The course started with miso soup, followed by a sashimi appetizer, then 8 pieces of nigiri and a temaki. We even got ice cream at the end. It doesn’t look like a lot, but it was surprisingly filling.

The omakase was served in a separate room that seats around 10 people (I think?). Service was attentive throughout, servers constantly checked in to make sure everything was okay and we enjoyed every part of the experience, even the lady at the door was super friendly. At $55, it’s an insane deal. No super high-end fish obviously, but the experience and setting alone make it more than worth it. Highly recommend!!“

“Delicious take out! Pretty platter!“

“I absolutely love! One of my favorite places to eat in GTA. I've been many times already, and the food is consistently great. My young children clean their plates. Personally, I think about some day ordering everything on the menu and eating a bit of everything at once. That moment would be so euphoric! Whatever is left over I'd take home and since their take home containers are microwave friendly; it's just happiness. Next day, still amazing!“

“The best authentic Japanese sushi experience! The atmosphere is elegant and welcoming, and the ingredients are incredibly fresh. Every dish is presented like a piece of art, with rich and deep flavors that truly stand out.

Chef Teddy’s creations are always exceptional — consistently impressive every single time. This is a place I keep coming back to, and it never disappoints. Highly recommended! 🍣✨“

“Nice food.“

“This was our go-to place in the past. They changed their menu presentation, which made the ordering a bit unclear. We love taking the little ones here because they enjoy the barbequing experience. However, I find it difficult to grab a bite with a family party because I don't usually get to eat much before our time limit is up.“

“We ordered a large order today for a party for kids nearby. The sushi was great, and the customer service was very good too. They had made a mistake with the order, and went above and beyond to rectify it and bring us the item quickly. Very thankful for the kind and thoughtful service!“

“Great food fast service“

“Kibo Sushi is a hidden gem! The quality of the fish is outstanding, and the menu has a great variety of creative rolls. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, perfect for a date night or casual dinner. I can’t wait to come back and try more dishes!“

“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.“

“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. :)“

“First time here and it will not be last. Food and service is excellent!“

“Kenji Sushi in King City is an absolute gem. The quality and care they put into every dish truly sets them apart.

The hand rolls are exceptional: Fresh, generous, and perfectly balanced. The torched oshi sushi was especially memorable: rich and, flavourful, and executed well. We were also pleasantly surprised that their party trays include oshi sushi, which was a refreshing and welcome change from the typical selections you see elsewhere.

Service was outstanding from start to finish. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and are already looking forward to returning.“

“I had lunch here with my family and i like the atmosphere, child friendly and good food.“

“I really enjoy dining at this restaurant. The food is consistently good, and the staff are always friendly and kind. I often order the bento boxes but sometimes I get some makizushi as well. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming and it reminds me of a place I used to work at. You’re all wonderful. Thank you :)“

“good services, highly recommended“

“I went there for winterlicous. From the moment we walked in we were greeted by a friendly host and seated promptly. The menu is set for winterlicous with many choices to choice from. The food tastet great and our server Arisa was pleasant, friendly and fast in her service. It was an excellent experience and I can recommend this place highly“

“I don’t usually write reviews, but I wanted to support this small business because it’s truly been a local hidden gem for me. I’ve seen some negative comments lately, which made me a bit sad because our experience has been completely different. We’ve enjoyed the food so much that we actually ordered from here three days in a row. The sashimi, sushi, and rolls have always been super fresh, and the prices are very affordable.“

“Excellent food and service every time. Rachael has been our waitress many times and she is great.“

“Decent place to satiate my craving for sushi rolls and ramen. Ramen prices are around $13.99 to $15.99, and I take advantage of the sushi rolls daily special for $9.99.Portion size is good and they add lots of toppings, and the broth is tasty.“

“The sushi here is incredibly fresh and easily the best I have had in the area so far! It is genuinely on par with many of the sushi restaurants I have tried in Japan which really surprised me. The atmosphere is great, the vibe is just right, and the staff are very kind and attentive. I ordered the Sapporo Boat with my family and was honestly blown away by how good everything was, there wasn’t a single item I wouldn’t order again! Even the sushi rice stood out as being above average really bringing everything together. I highly highly recommend this any sushi lovers in the area!!“

“Wako Sushi’s bento box is absolutely delicious, and their sashimi is hands down some of the freshest I’ve had in North York. Everything tastes incredibly fresh and high quality.

They never disappoint — every visit has been consistently great. If you’re craving sushi, this is truly my go-to place. Highly recommend!“

“Really great anime-themed cafe/restaurant, hidden gem with amazing torched sushi! Very limited seating FYI but great for takeout or later in the evening - rivals other known torched sushi spots on quality at a better price point. Would be super popular if located in the heart of downtown Toronto“

“SushiOne was a decent choice for dinner.

Food 🍣: 7/10⭐
I ordered the deluxe set. I enjoyed the dynamite and spicy salmon rolls which came with it. What I didn't like in the deluxe set was the cream cheese rolls, which came as a surprise to me as I ate it.

Service ♥️: 8/10⭐
Nothing bad about the service.

Service speed 🐢: 5/10
The food came after about 25-30 minutes

Price 💰💰💰: 4/10
Some of the items were quite expensive. If I recall correctly, there was a boat for $72 which contained about 36 rolls. $2 per roll is probably not a deal I will take.

Atmosphere 🪰: 4/10
The restaurant was clean, but the main problem was the flies. They were flying everywhere and landing wherever they please.

Not sure if I will come back.“

“I order here a lot. It's a small unassuming shop in a food court but the food is really really yummy, very reasonably priced. I'm so used to the deliciousness here that I forget how spoiled I am that when I eat other sushi I find myself disappointed elsewhere.“

“Fabulous lunch - incredible experience !“

“Love this place Great if you’d like something different“

“Must have if you’re in the area! The food was phenomenal and so fresh. We truly enjoyed everything we had - from the chicken katsu to the soup to the go train roll. We finished with ice cream which was delicious too. The staff were lovely as well. Would definitely come again.“

“Food is soooo goood. But I saw a review on here with someone finding a catapillar in their food and I am forever haunted..... I have been eating here since I was just a little girl and I do not plan on stopping but I wish I never saw that picture lol other than that, that sauce is top notch!“

“Great service. Great food. And drink. And atmosphere.“

“The staff are always really friendly, which makes eating in feel relaxed and welcoming. The sashimi is usually pretty decent and fresh, though a couple of the salmon pieces were a bit stringy on this visit.

The chirashi don was the standout for me – for around $24, the portion and quality were totally worth it. I also order from this place a lot on Uber Eats and the food is consistently good when it arrives. Overall, a solid neighborhood sushi spot that I’m happy to keep going back to.“

“Good food, small place and a good ambience.“

“Tried the snow crab omakase. Everything is very fresh. Very good service 👍“

“Location with lots of parking Friendly staff Don’t miss out on great Japanese cuisine.“

“Having my New Year Eve dinner. Very good quality and experience. So good and yummy 😋“