We arrived a few minutes before they opened and there were already people waiting! It was a…read moreweekday, but I guess it's very popular because they informed us immediately of the seating time limit, and there was a line as we were leaving. Service was good. Servers checked in on us often. Food was good. I really enjoyed the Eel Pancake - probably the best one I've had! We got complimentary ice cream at the end of our meal. I opted for the black sesame but it wasn't for me. Something about it tasted off - maybe too creamy or milky? Either way - food was decent though!

I am extremely disappointed with my experience at Aka-Oni…read more My wife and I visited with our 2-year-old daughter and requested a booster seat so she could sit safely at the table. We were told that a booster seat was available, but staff refused to provide it because it was being held for another reservation that was expected to arrive later. As parents of a young child, we found this unacceptable. A family already seated in the restaurant should not be denied a basic child-safety accommodation in favor of a future reservation. Rather than trying to find a solution, staff made us feel unwelcome and dismissed our concerns. This was not about special treatment. It was about providing a safe seating option for a toddler while we were dining. Customer service and common sense were both lacking during this visit. Based on this experience, I would not recommend this restaurant to families with young children. I hope management reviews its policies and provides better training on how to handle situations involving child safety and family customers.

It was my family's favourite gathering spot before COVID-19 happened. I remember my family really…read moreenjoyed their udon noodle soups set with California rolls, and I used to like their sushi sets a lot. We all loved their little complimentary thin noodle soup with tempura bits as the appetizers - it was always the best part of the meals. Although small, Kaikaki has a charming and cozy environment with lots of wooden decor. I remember the service is always friendly too. Last but not least, the food is not the cheapest in terms of volum, unfortunately, and that's why I rarely go there by myself. 3.5 stars

Came back for lunch here. The place hasn't changed. Sushi…read morewas very good. Atmosphere is very dated. Service was good. It seems to be the only option in the area. Good for business lunch or very casual.

Came during the holidays. Not particularly busy on weekday night. There was only 1 waitress on…read morefloor and a few guys behind the counter making sushi. The waitress was very nice to greet and serve everyone. The menu has a la carte and some set combo. For me I don't really found the menu particularly too attractive with the food you get and the price you pay for. I felt like they emphasized that they have Wagyu sliders on the set menu, which they said it's a good value for what you get. To me, I found this Wagyu sliders aren't that much better; it's no different than regular burger to what I tasted. The sashimi given are salmon, tuna, salmon belly, and a white fish. Overall, I don't know if I will go back again. There isn't anything that make me want to visit again or wanted to try.

I haven't been here for a while now as we grew tired of the set menu after having it so many times,…read morebut we decided to stop by again and it definitely did not disappoint! There's not much change to the interior, still clean and spacious with the cutest little chopstick holders and the service is still great. They are very polite and efficient despite being busy. We decided to try something new this time and ordered a sushi, sashimi and roll set with some extra stuff on the side. Honestly, I enjoyed this way more than the set menu. The sashimi very thick and fresh with a good variety. It's rare when I even say the herring with the yellow roe is tasty. The sushi's were nice as they had some different ones that aren't usually in sets, like inari sushi, and the rolls were actually specialty rolls (I might be biased, I'm a sucker for good rolls and inari sushi). We also ordered some takoyaki which was good and shrimp tempura was big and crispy. Soft shell crab was okay but I think I prefer it more inside the rolls than on its own. Overall a very enjoyable meal and would definitely recommend the sushi, sashimi and roll set. A little pricey but worth!

Great value for the price. We ordered the Kiku set ($55 in cash) which came with a crispy soft…read moreshell crab appetizer, fresh sashimi, 2 hand rolls, grilled skewers, soup and noodles. Everything was fresh and satisfying. We also enjoyed the Monday skewer special $18 and a 150ml hot sake for only $8. Friendly service, complimentary ice cream after dinner and excellent weekday deals. Will definitely be back and highly recommend.

Akoya Izakaya is a great local spot in the Warden and Hwy-7 area. It's pretty cozy, the menu isn't…read morehuge, but spot on. It's not fancy, a pretty relaxed place and down-to-earth with some decent décor. We ordered a bunch of stuff to share. Starting with the tako wasabi and the foie gras. The texture on that foie gras was smooth and quite enjoyable. We also grabbed a soft-shell crab roll, some assorted sushi, and a skewer platter. We did have a small hiccup with our 12-piece sushi order, which arrived as an 8-piece. Some restaurants make mistakes but interesting it almost always give less or change less when paying cash but not the other way around, LOL! The server did apologized and got it fixed. Anyway, the skewers were definitely the highlight for me. The smoky charcoal flavor was great. Tasty dishes for a mid-range price tag, not bad! Despite the "kitchen mixed up mistake", the flavor and vibe make it well worth a visit if you're in the area and want a great meal without any pretension.

A small restaurant with a truly Japanese feel. The space isn't large, but the moment you walk in…read moreyou can immediately sense a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The soft, dim lighting creates a calm and relaxing ambiance, reminding me of dining in a traditional Japanese ryokan (onsen inn), while also carrying the cozy charm of a family-style meal at a Japanese minshuku (guesthouse). It's an "at-home" style sushi restaurant (アットホーム) where the atmosphere feels relaxed and comfortable, making it a lovely place to casually stop by and enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine. The restaurant focuses on offering high-quality sushi at reasonable prices, allowing guests to experience genuine Japanese flavors in a comfortable setting. Simple, welcoming, and quietly elegant in a very Japanese way. Looking through the menu, we decided to try the Aoyama Course ($89)The meal began with appetizer salad made with Japanese seaweed and snow crab, dressed with a sesame sauce. Next came the sashimi course, with fresh fish. The sashimi were elegantly presented with edible gold flakes, adding a refined Japanese touch. We also ordered a bottle of Japanese sake called "Demon Slayer" to pair with the meal. One charming detail was that the restaurant offered a variety of cute sake cups for us to choose from, which made the experience feel a little more personal and fun. Their sake menu was also very unique, handwritten with clear explanations for each selection, making it easy and enjoyable to browse and pick the perfect sake to go with the meal. We added an order of monkfish liver (ankimo), which was absolutely delicious. It was beautifully marinated and tasted very authentic, rich, smooth, and full of flavour. The butter fried rock lobster tail was delicious. Sautéed in their house special low-sodium garlic butter, the aroma was appetizing. The lobster meat was tender and naturally sweet, the fragrant garlic butter and herbs. Very well balanced dishes of the course. The tempura course followed with a light and crispy assortment of shrimp and vegetables. The batter was delicate and airy, and the tempura dipping sauce was beautifully balanced, adding a gentle savoury depth without overpowering the ingredients. We were then served Dobinmushi, a traditional Japanese seafood soup presented in a charming little teapot-style ceramic pot, which looked both traditional and adorable. The broth was clear yet deeply flavourful, with seafood, vegetables, and mushrooms. Chef's selection of sushi, featuring maguro, hamachi, salmon, Hokkaido uni, and eel. The fish tasted fresh and clean, the uni was creamy and rich, and the eel was tender with a light glaze of sauce, making it a satisfying finish to the savoury courses. For dessert, we chose matcha red bean ice cream and black sesame red bean ice cream. Both ice cream were rich and smooth. Each course arrived at a perfect pace, allowing us to enjoy the meal without feeling rushed or waiting too long. The servers looked lovely dressed in traditional Japanese kimonos, which added a beautiful and authentic touch to the dining experience. The service was excellent, attentive, warm, and very thoughtful throughout the meal, made us feel very comfortable and well taken care of. The restroom located downstairs in the basement, decorated with adorable Hello Kitty touches. It was such a cute and thoughtful detail, and the restroom was also spotlessly clean and very well maintained. Recommend making a reservation in advance. It was a great experience and the set menu was very fulfilling.

If you're looking for authentic sushi in Scarborough this is the place to visit…read more I came here with my boyfriend for a fancy date night. We got one omakase course for 1 and ordered 2 additional rolls to share between us. All the fish was so delicious and fresh - however the shrimp (head) tasted terrible. The roll was decently larger and delicious. Keep in mind this place is pricey, but it makes sense for the quality of the sashimi. For the two of us ( and we weren't even full after) it was ~$160. The restaurant only has 4 tables and it definitely looked a bit run down, so ambiance is defo on the lower end. Service was very attentive by the nice waitress. Ultimately, Will I be back? Yes, if I was craving high-end sushi. I would choose this place over any of those fancy omakase opening downtown. For the hello kitty fans, the entire basement and bathrooms are hello kitty themed which was such a nice surprise.

Came here for a lunch date with my BF, as this is our fave sushi place near us! They serve their…read morelunch special till 3pm! We came at 2:30pm and they were very busy! Usually we come earlier. It's been awhile since we've been here. We love the bento lunches here! We got Shrimp and mixed tempura bento and the Chicken katsu bento as I remembered how tender and meaty the chicken was here! The tempura was delicious! The shrimp tempura was massive! However the chicken tempura tasted nothing like it used to. Paper thin, all we tasted was the crispy coating zero meat taste, they also forgot the katsu sauce which I think they mix in house. We told the server and he apologized brought us the sauce and we explained the katsu was way overcooked and barely edible. He said he will take it off the bill. When the bill came he apologized again as I showed him this definitely didn't look like what it used to. He was super apologetic and said sorry the kitchen was so busy today. It was kind they took care of it so gave them 3 star instead of 2. But it was nonetheless a disappointing lunch. But they were super nice about it. Might go back to try something else.

Unome has been around for more than 5 years and can now be considered a area/neighbourhood…read morefavourite. This is a family owned business and the menu has all the standard favourites you would find in a sushi restaurant with some Korean items mixed in. I would recommend the fire chicken. On this visit we got the small boat and a popcorn chicken appetizer. The portion of chicken for an appetizer was generous and despite being listed as popcorn chicken on the menu some pieces were quite big. Quality of fish is excellent on the boat. Pieces are decent sized and fresh and there was a good mix. No surimi or egg. Service is what stands out. It has always been good and has not changed over the years.

This is a very humble little sushi joint run by a Korean husband and wife. It really feels like you…read morestepped foot into a local japanese place because of how tiny it is. The service was lovely and server was attentive. The menu itself is very no fuss - they didn't have a lot of fish options besides tuna and salmon but they had a lot of cooked meat options like unagi, teriyaki beef, chicken, pork, etc. I ordered the chirashi bowl and it was very small but good otherwise. I do wish they had given more fish but it was close to closing time so they probably didn't have very many left. I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to try sushi but prefer cooked meat dishes. It's a good alternative for anyone who can't eat fish and you'd be supporting a local mom and pop shop.

The sweetest couple runs this spot. Felt the warmth immediately upon entering. Was served tea and…read morevery fresh sushi and sashimi. Highly recommend.

I recently returned for my second visit and was just as impressed as the first time. The restaurant…read moreis absolutely beautiful, offering a variety of dining experiences including omakase chef bar seating, regular table seating, and teppanyaki. Same as the last, this time I enjoyed their $55 omakase set again along with some a la carte items and it was excellent. The sushi and sashimi were fresh, beautifully presented, and every piece was delicious. The cooked dishes were also prepared perfectly and complemented the meal wonderfully. I also noticed they now have a much larger sake selection compared to my first visit, which was a pleasant surprise. From the chefs behind the counter to the serving staff, the service was exceptional throughout the entire experience. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. One thing I really appreciated was that they seemed to have taken my feedback from my previous visit regarding the noise levels. The dining atmosphere was much more enjoyable this time, showing that they genuinely value customer feedback and continuously strive to improve. Overall, another fantastic experience. Fresh, high-quality food, outstanding service, and a beautiful setting make this an easy recommendation. I'll definitely be returning again.

Came here on a Friday evening around 8pm and this place was really busy. Luckily, I had a…read morereservation and was seated right away. I opted for their summerlicious menu which was $55 and included a starter, main and dessert. Their menu choices were very appealing for m price. The starters and the mains were both good. It's not super premium quality but for the price, I'd say it hit the spot of a mid tier sushi spot. The cod was flaky and the scallops were cooked well. I overall enjoyed everything up until the dessert. The desserts were the weakest link of the entire dinner. The cheesecake was a little dry and the mochi didn't seem super fresh. It was all edible but just not amazing. The service was good, staff were attentive and food came out fairly quick. The design of the place is really nice as well. Not a first option I'd jump for but not a bad spot.