42 Best Japanese Restaurants near Whitchurch Stouffville

“Top quality sushi from a hidden gem.

Sashimi came with a variety of cuts, and was very fresh and tasty. Rolls were well prepared with the right amount of rice (I.e. not too much)

Service was excellent, thank you.

I will come back here next time I’m in town.“

“Good quality food. Fresh sashimi. Expensive though“

“環境明亮乾淨，肉品好“

“老板非常友善，出品各方面也很好，值得推薦“

“Pleased with both my take-out and dine in experiences. The atmosphere in the restaurant is very relaxing, a great location for small celebrations or a date night. The sashimi pieces are generous and their katsu and udon is perfectly seasoned and spiced.“

“Cute take-out only handroll shop! I find myself frequenting this spot more often than I thought I would since it's great for a quick and easy lunch. Buy 3 hand rolls, get one beverage for free. Prices are about $3-8 per handroll, depending on what you pick (I.e. veggie roll versus uni). Parking can be tricky in this plaza at times especially during lunch!“

“I’m a regular here, and I felt compelled to leave a review because some of the recent negative ones don’t do this place justice at all. Kibo Sushi is a true hidden gem near leslie!

Sure, it can get pretty busy and crowded during peak hours, but the food quality has been consistently excellent every single time. Plus, the staff are always so welcoming and friendly(special thanks to Yusul)

Highly recommend if you want solid, reliable sushi 🍣“

“This place is amazing!“

“Great restaurant! We tried the salmon sashimi and spicy salmon roll, and both were amazing. You can really taste the freshness and quality of the salmon—the sashimi was fresh, tender, and delicious. The spicy salmon roll was something special, with a unique spicy topping that added so much flavor. Definitely coming back! 🍣“

“We love going to Osaka. Food is delicious and fresh, service is impeccable and atmosphere is warm and inviting. Plus, it’s wheelchair-accessible and they always make sure we are comfortable. Would definitely recommend. My go-to choice is their Bento boxed meals that come with soup and salad.“

“I LOVE CAFE MOZAIKO.
The attention to detail on the sushi naming and packaging. Fish is always fresh and my personal fave is the torched sushi and tofu pockets. Would get these on repeat everytime. The location near Cathedral town is spacious for indoor and outdoor seating. Lots of drinks to choose from too to pair with the sushi.
If you love Anime and Sushi, this is the spot.

They even had a featured artist alley sticker area by the cashier supporting other local businesses.

Highly recommend!!“

“Had a great experience at Kinton Ramen! I ordered the Spicy Veggie Garlic Ramen, and it was delicious—rich, flavorful, and with just the right amount of spice. The service was also friendly, attentive, and efficient, which made the visit even more enjoyable. I'll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!“

“My brother and I have been dining with Cho ever since he was at Zen and have followed him here. He consistently delights us with the freshest fish and creative options and combinations. You can’t miss with the sushi omakase. It’s always more than worth the price.

His new spot is an absolute gem.

My partner and I had an incredible sushi omakase meal. Every piece was better than the last and featured a variety of flavours and textures. The shrimp and otoro melted in your mouth. The uni was a symphony. The sea breem and horse mackerel each had a delightful soft bite to them.

Absolutely worth taking the time to have a relaxed and luxurious lunch.“

“Ive been here a few times. A buck a shuck. Come on you cant go wrong. Except today they give me a story that the $1 oysters didnt arrive. $1.25 east coast or $1.85 west are my options for oysters. I hammered a few dozen east and a half west as I was told they were super fresh. I have yet to try the rest of the menu over the years. I will one day. This place is a gem. The service is top shelf. Fernando at the bar. A main stay. I know as I owe a resturant and am all about hospitality. This guy rocks. Id steal him...but he belongs here. The back bone of the bar. Pleasant, humble and creative.
Ill be back again and again. I almost dont want to post this review, because I want to ensure I can get in without a reservation“

“The best thing about this restaurant is definitely the staff and the service.

I actually regret not asking for the names of some staff who helped create such a welcoming atmosphere during our AYCE dinner. If I see them again next time, I’ll definitely ask.
There was a female server who gave a great smile and was politely accommodating when I accidentally placed the wrong order. There was also a man who seemed to be the manager at the host stand, as well as another server who proactively checked in on us.
Even though they were clearly busy, they didn’t just feel like people bringing food to the table. I genuinely felt like I was being taken care of. I also noticed quite a few people dining alone, and I wonder if that’s partly because the staff make each guest feel comfortable and welcome, even when dining by themselves.

As for the food, the sashimi was a little watery, but having octopus sashimi was def a highlight for me. I also thought the amount of rice for the sushi was moderate, not too much.
The grilled fish section was another pleasant surprise. The mackerel and flounder were nicely fatty and yummy, so good that I couldn’t resist ordering a rice bowl to go with them.
And the deep-fried Oreo for dessert was downright dangerous... I was already completely full, but I could have kept eating them forever!“

“I always get their 40 or 60 piece assorted trays and they're always really good and pretty fresh. Also close to home and accessible.“

“Been looking for an alternative go to after the decline of kinton ramen…. I have found it, and it is Ajisen! I got the spicy vegan miso in the beyond meat ramen, and it was absolutely delicious, and i can confidently say that I will be back very soon. I love how customizable the ramen bowls are and how many soups you can pick. Having proper vegan options is extremely important and this is the only ramen place that does it that i have found. Also the service was excellent as well! I went on a monday afternoon and it was quiet.“

“Food n service“

“This is my favourite Taro's Fish location. The fish is high quality and they'll make you platters, like at the other locations, but they're the only location that makes hand rolls!! Their handrolls are so good, but get there early because they sell out!“

“This is my new fave poke place!
The portions are generous and the bowls are flavorful and delicious. I’ve ordered from here a couple times and the quality is always consistent. A bit pricy but worth it.
A must try!“

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

“Excellent food“

“Friendly staff Good quality meats and seafoods“

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

“Got a scallop hand roll to go, for a little snack, and it was really good. The scallop was soft and fresh, with two pieces on top and I feel like there was more on the inside, bc it felt like I could feel more scallop texture within the rice. The hand roll was warm as well, which some people might not like but I liked it, and sushi rice isn't supposed to be cold anyway. Only $5 if you pay cash.“

“We love Gal sushi as it is our go to place whenever we are craving for Japanese food and for special occasions. They maintained the quality of food over the years, service is great as we are always greeted with a smile. We always recommend Gal to friends and family“

“Best sushi rest in markham. Excellent service. Delicious foods“

“Visited Hibiki on a Friday night after a long week at the office, and it was exactly the kind of place I needed. I really loved the atmosphere — relaxed, beautiful, and perfect for unwinding after a busy day.

The food was amazing too. Definitely try the sashimi — it was so fresh! I also really enjoyed their cold noodles, and I had a peach mochi-flavoured drink that was really good.

From the atmosphere to the food and overall experience, everything was really enjoyable. Such a lovely Friday-night spot, and I’d definitely come back again!“

“Casual, cozy place, not extremely busy, good food and great service.“

“Went for lunch on a weekday, we are the only customer. We ordered Sashimi bento and beef teriyaki bento. The sashimi was fresh and came with tempura and California rolls.
The beef was a bit rough and the bento does not come with any rolls as most restaurants.
Overall good price for sashimi bento but not the beef bento. The service was great.“

“food is fantastic, will definitely be back for more“

“Everything is lovely here. The comfort food is delicious, looks good, and is fairly priced. I personally enjoy their curry udon and spicy chicken karage greatly. Staff is extremely kind. I have been here multiple times and have never been disappointed!“

“This place is like a mom & pop restaurant you’ll find in small town Japan. It is run by a wonderful couple and the food has authentic touches. You can also taste the kombi/bonito broth in the miso soup. The teriyaki isn’t just sweetened soy sauce glaze, it actually has flavour! The tempura is out of this world - delicate, and the batter is not greasy or thick. Sashimi was fresh and sweet, not bland and they even have fish flown in from Japan. Wagyu too but we didn’t try it. Don’t expect large North American servings but for us it was just enough. The decor is older but clean. Will be back!“

“yummy“

“We started going to this restaurant since covid-19. Honestly there were a lot of choices in Markham, and Ikon was not the only sushi restaurant we ordered our food. But things have changed because we can hardly find better restaurant in Markham. There are restaurants that focus on lots of menu choices, some name their food with unheard titles, and some raise their prices to make you feel theirs are imaginative "premium". But Ikon comes in simple packages. They give you the max quality of food in simple menu and shockingly reasonable price. The chefs and the owner (tall woman) always dress in clean and simple outfits, and then greet you with a warming tone as if you were a good friend. As a bonus, take-out orders come with a Japanese soft clothes to carry your food. The whole package is simple and beautiful. Thr portion is bigger than many places. Sadly not many restaurants are like this. Disclaimer: I don't own any restaurant. I do not know any of the staff members and the owners. Japanese food is our family's preferred cuisine.“

“Oh my goodness, this was so good! The staff was attentive, the food was great, and their special hand rolls that were made at the table were so good. Definitely recommend!“

“The owners are super sweet and friendly. I've heard such great things about their handrolls and gave it a try. They were definitely delicious, most importantly the salmon reacher the bottom!!! Also ordered a tray and the quality and cleanliness was there. The shop is tucked away in the back of the second floor or Lagham. Well worth the walk though!!! Especially, for these prices. Affordable. Tasty.“

“Quite a little hidden gem tucked inside the plaza. It’s a cozy little Japanese restaurant with very good sushi, sashimi, and other cooked dishes that I enjoy returning to with nearby friends. Sometimes they get a bit busy and a tiny bit slow but they’re usually pretty fast at servicing customers. Great joint!“

“I will be very fair about my experience. We went there at 8:30pm. There were only 3 table of customers which included us. We ate til 10:30pm. Here is why.

The first order came fairly quick, but the 2nd order took a lot longer. We learnt our lesson so we immediately made 3rd order but still took a long time. That’s why we ate for 2 hours. I actually got hungrier waiting for the 2nd.

I would recommend you make large order on your first, but then again you are running the risk of your food getting cold but trust me, your 2nd order will come a lot later. You will have to push the waitress for it or your 2nd order will take forever to come.
3 table 1 waitress and the kitchen is having a hard time to keep up. If you decided to go and see 3+ table of customers, then you better make large order on your first.

Now serving speed aside, their food is great. But some food item on the menu is out of stock which is a bit disappointing.

I wanted to give 3 star but all you can eat skewer is pretty rare and besides I did ate over 60 skewers myself and wasn’t kicked out.

Here are some of the things, expect certain orders end up not coming.

They have a rule, they’d start charging over 100g worth of food not eaten. So before you make your order, ask the waitress if all orders came. That way you can keep track of your orders. (Some order end up not coming then you can reorder it or skip it)

It’s been 2 hours since I left and no stomach ache so the foods are fine.

It is $29.99 all you can eat starting 8:30pm which is reasonable. I would rate it 3.7 which is fairly close to the average rating.

I would definitely revisit the place some time in the future, since the serving speed, lost order and lack of supply can all be fixed by making huge order on the first one.

But remember don’t waste food even though it is all you can eat, that’s just courtesy and respect for foods.“

“Regular Sushi Don, has three Salmon, one tuna, two Hokkigai, two Tamago, four pieces of other fishes, one shrimp, one fried shrimp head, and some fish roe. Slices of Salmon are big and fresh. Very good value. Salmon Don is great for Salmon lovers. Katsu rice is okay and the Katsu is a bit thin but taste okay. Chicken Katsu Don is a bit too salty. Dragon rolls look good. Lunch menu combos are good. Have not tried other food yet.“

“Great food , good service!!!“

“Sakada is my go-to spot whenever I need a quick and satisfying meal to tackle any cravings. Their chicken or beef teriyaki on rice never disappoints — it’s always fresh, flavourful, and exactly what I’m looking for.

Their sushi is just as amazing and always hits the spot, no matter what kind of craving I have. On top of that, their prices are so reasonable for the quality you get, which makes it even better.

Whether I’m grabbing something quick or sitting down for a meal, Sakada is consistently delicious and reliable. Highly recommend! 🍱🍜🍣“