50 Best Japanese Restaurants near York

“10/10
I've been a happy customer here since 2003. Excellent food! Great quality sushi! Never any complaints. I have gone here many times on dates and with friends. The couple that owns the restaurant are always really nice too.“

“Delicious food and generous servings. The sushi combos really give great value for the price without compromising on quality. I personally recommend the sushi deluxe combo.

There’s no dine in available, but there’s a nearby park where you can bring your food.“

“Asa Sushi is excellent. The rolls were very fresh, the portions were very large, and the service was very good. I have been to many sushi restaurants over the years, and Asa Sushi is one of the best! I will definitely be returning very soon.“

“This is hands down my favorite sushi spot! Every dish we’ve tried has been perfectly prepared and absolutely delicious. The food comes out fast, and the servers are friendly and attentive—even in such a fast-paced environment, they handle everything with impressive efficiency. The only dish we weren’t fans of was the seafood ramen, but honestly, everything else is outstanding and definitely worth trying!“

“Order through DoorDash a few times now. Always very fresh and delicious. Never had a spicy crab roll before and now I love them! Gonna try and come in person sometime to see what else the supermarket has. Their crazy salmon roll was very good. Photos are of their maki set.“

“I waited purposely to rate this place the day after we ordered. Had left overs and needless to say tasted even better. Ordered the pad Thai. One of the best ones I had in a while. The lemon is nice I added lime and threw more peanuts overall pretty good. Tempura shrimp, and veggies were really good. Yam,mushrooms, and broccoli. Lastly we ordered sushi. Every sushi dish was amazing and the spicy tuna melts velvety and silky in one’s mouth. Our new found favourite place will definitely order again. Thank you for a great experience.“

“Very goid service“

“In December 2025, my daughter chose to celebrate her birthday at Yukashi Japanese Cuisine, and we were simply amazed. We chose the Omakase menu, an experience that also includes thoughtfully paired beverages and sakes with each course.
Chef Daisuke Izutsu and his entire team delivered an exceptional experience from start to finish. Since we didn’t know exactly what to expect, we arrived feeling a bit anxious. Right at the beginning, we were welcomed with a sake described as an “ice breaker” and that’s exactly what it was. From that moment on, we relaxed, felt completely at ease, and enjoyed the experience to the fullest.
With each course presented, we were immersed in the stories behind the dishes, enriched by an incredible attention to detail and followed by an explosion of flavors with every plate we tasted. The experience went far beyond dining it was a true journey.
To end the evening on a perfect note, we were served the much-anticipated dessert truly indescribable, with a unique and unforgettable flavor. As a beautiful and thoughtful gesture, the team also surprised us with a small birthday cake topped with a candle, beautifully presented on a plate decorated with “Happy Birthday.” This moment perfectly reflected the care, warmth, and attention that made the entire experience so special.
Highly recommended and without a doubt, we will be back!“

“Still my favourite neighbourhood sushi resto. Small, sweet and very well done.“

“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!!! 👍🏼👍🏼“

“The great customer service my son received - order was mixed and you replaced it with no charges and we are grateful of your fantastic service - I am recommending you to all - and the food is amazing - thank you thank you thank you“

“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!“

“Food 5/5
Service 4/5
Vibe 5/5

Another hidden Japanese style reso GEM in Toronto DT.

I have really high hopes as it was a MISSION to get a reservation, and they did not disappoint. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

My personal fav was the toast dessert, liver paste with garlic toast and corns tempura. I feel a lot of dishes are a mix of Japanese and chinese culture (but not 100% sure), but everyone was a seller! Love, yum and want more b

Overall 5/5! definitely coming back and trying out more dishes! #eatwithclaw“

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

“Good quality food. Fresh sashimi. Expensive though“

“Didn’t have any reservations anywhere near our concert venue in a very busy night (Valentine’s Day and family day weekend) so looked up sushi near me and thank Google, it led us to Koi - every bite was so delicious and I’ll be back for the torched scallop, torched salmon and spicy beef inari (pocket) sushi. Everything tasted so fresh and delicious and our chef/host/server had the best sweet energy. I rarely like to eat in bright restaurants (lol if you know you know) but as a casual spot, this has such charm! Will be back for more sushi and sake!“

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

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

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

“2022 June: Came here for birthday celebration and the entire experience is just wonderful!
Definitely the best value omakase in GTR!

2026 January: Re-visited to celebrate my parents 30th anniversary, still a decent experience, but unfortunately a step down from our last visit.“

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

“Amazing service and food. An authentic Kaiseki 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!“

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

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

“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!“

“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 ;)“

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

“exceptional tastes! they have unique offerings compared to other sushi restaurants in the neighborhood.“

“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!“

“Great Pork Ramen and awesome service! ☺️!“

“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.“

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

“This is everything a local Sushi place should be. The food is fantastic and the only thing better is the service. from my first visit to my most recent. Charlie has done an outstanding job making us feel welcome and providing an excellent dining experience, I highly recommend.“

“Wow! I had never come across this little hidden gem. The sushi was exceptional - extremely fresh and tasty- despite the price point which is very reasonable. The place is small but charming and the owners and chef are just lovely. This is now going to be my go to sushi place going forward!!“

“this restaurant is PHENOMENAL. got the privilege of dining in yesterday as I was already in the area, and was blown away by the quality of the food. the star of the show for me was the 12 piece sushi moriwase set. the quality + quantity was unreal -- I would absolutely order it again.

the hamachi roll was also delicious, I wil absolutely be back in the future.

I've read through some of the negative reviews and they're absolutely incorrect, this restaurant is AMAZING“

“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.“

“Delicious take out! Pretty platter!“

“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.“

“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! 🍣✨“

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

“My only regret was not visiting earlier. The shoyu classic was incredibly good; the pork was very tender and the broth was smoky and hearty. Our waitress was very charming and friendly. Bit cramped with lunch crowd but was more focused on the good food. Highly recommend!“

“We’ve been to DOKKAEBI multiple times as we live in the neighborhood. This was an awesome find and a great addition to the Bloor Wesr / High Park área. Food is always tasty and on point plus service is outstanding. Super nice servers, in particular the chef’s wife who I believe is one of the owners of the place. She’s always super welcoming and friendly. Highly recommend this place!“

“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!“

“Easily one of THE BEST Chicken Katsu burgers ever. In fairness it is a thin patty but it is moist and crispy and flavorful.

Saw a video on Facebook and I had to try it. It did not disappoint. Don’t sleep on the curry mayo. It gives it the perfect little kick of flavor.

Simply delicious!“

“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. ❤️“

““The food is extremely delicious, and everything was outstanding. The place is beautiful, calm, and clean, with wonderful music that creates a relaxing atmosphere. I highly recommend everyone to visit and try the delicious sushi in all its varieties.” 🍣✨“

“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!“

“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.“