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    Happy Sushi

    3.2 (83 reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Sushi Bars
    Closed • 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for kids

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    Edward L.

    Tried their AYCE dinner sushi after seeing their banner in front over the last few months. I do remember trying their AYCE way back once (over 10 years ago, see previous review). Time for an update. The place looks pretty much unchanged from the last time I was here. As of the time of writing, dinner is now $33 for adults. The selection is half decent overall, but nothing really stuck out. Sashimi is extra. Quality was decent. Nothing tasted funny, which is the important part. Value-wise it's not bad, but personally I would pay a few bucks more to go somewhere with better selection.

    Viviann L.

    Overall, we had a great AYCE experience and it said I'd give it a solid 3.5 stars. Pros: -friendly staff -fast service -clean -tons of options on the menu compared to most AYCE sushi place -bus stop and street parking right outside Cons: -not sushi rice and a tad too much vinegar (not over powering but could still use a bit less) -way too much rice for the nigiri (I know the tactic to get you full but I rather has very small nigiri including less fish then a ton of rice) -not a lot of seatings We were lucky to get a seat but the next couple that walked in didn't make it as it was full. 2 booths, 3-4 tables and a bar area for 2. Not super small but if you come as busy hours or with a big group, might want to consider calling ahead of time. I've had better AYCE sushi in other countries but so far it's a decent place in Canada. Not my go-to but definitely wouldn't mind going again. My fiancé loved it though!

    Mari E.

    One star. After running at Rogers Santa Claus parade, my coworker and me decided to eat something big. First of all, I was so overwhelmed with nonsense, off season, old fashion interiors. It was fun but ummm too much. And the whole restaurant was tilted. Dining table, floor and even toilet. Very strange feeling while I was eating. Sushi: too much pressed rice. Hard texture. As I didn't expect good quality from raw fish here, I ordered sushi with cooked fish/prawn. They were okay. Side dishes: if you ordered some deep fried side dishes, they would serve all in a big plate. How they look has no sense here. They forgot spinach gomaae to serve. Mmm I could tell they just poured sesame seasoning sauce over it. No cooking skill required. Then why one star? Price + vulume + nice server guy. I don't want to give negative star but I won't come back again.

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    Priscilla Y.

    Returned for the AYCE menu and although their focus is cooked foods, its not horrible for the price. At around 16$, we got lots of agadashi tofu, chicken kaarage, chicken teriyaki, deep fried milk (table favourite) and takoyaki straight out of the fryer! Their rolls come a little bit later and are often forgotten (maybe in an attempt to fill you with other food first) but aren't bad either! I like their alaska roll a lot and theres a decent amount of filling in the rolls although the nigiri are RICE PACKED. Finally, the do not orders include the fish sticks...i meant that should be an no brainer, salmon tempura, calamari (way too much batter), gyoza and the ebi sunomono is very sour. Overall, not horrible but not my first choice for AYCE either. Close by and small.

    House roll
    Samuel K.

    I support the local businesses and they make excellent to-go sushi. I have no complains. The salmon tataki is great as expected. Unfortunately take out only. They usually have an AYCE menu and I would be first to try when they open up just to spend some money.

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    Stan L.

    1,092,624 different permutations of combos you can pick from! Happy sushi has a "Make Your Own Combo" deal where for $9.98, you can choose any three items from a list of 104 different items. Mathematically, that means there are 1,092,624 different combinations you can make. And the list of items is growing, with new items being added. This tiny hole in the wall seems family run. One sushi chef, one waitress and probably another person in the back, although that has yet to be confirmed. Service is friendly, and sushi was made quickly. Quality was good, but unexceptional. This place could and did get crowded when we were there. Pricing is par for the course. This place is not my first choice on Victoria street, but it also wouldn't be my last choice either. Conveniently located across from London Drugs, Bank of Montreal, Starbucks and McDonald's if you need to complete multiple errands at once.

    sushi and all rolls are super large pieces, with lots of rice

    Came here for the first time for $19 AYCE, three of us could barely eat anymore after the first round of tasty deep fried items and very large pieces of rolls; yes we were stuffed by the rice and supersized items. AYCE menu is definitely not for one person coming alone as they were not accommodating for 1/2 order or smaller portion. Best for 3 or multiple of in a group to share the food. If they change to smaller portion for AYCE, I would definitely recommend. while we were there, the restaurant was busy with customers eating a la carte or bento box because of larger serving sizes.

    My customized roll. Mmmmmm!

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    The best teriyaki chicken don according to my son. We order it every week. The service is great too!

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    great food and service, fair price. I always feel welcomed by the owner. portion sizes are quite large too

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    I support the local businesses and they make excellent to-go sushi. Good AYCE. The quality was decent.

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