Had the opportunity to try out this sushi restaurant in North York and their Winterlicious menu. Starting at $45, it offered a three course meal dessert which was a great price as most things here are $20+ min. Went with a friend so got to try two different sets from their Winterlicious menu. I ate the following: Appetizers Chawanmushi - steamed egg Mini taco sampler Second course Salmon sashimi Yusuf salmon & double shrimp oshi Third course Sapporo style curry teishoku Sushi set teishoku- assorte nigir set with bluefish tuna, salmon, bream bass etc Dessert Hay Cheesecake Matcha strawberry tiramisu My favourite from the three course meal got to be the main courses. The sushi set had a variety of super fresh Nigri and sashimi, including bluefish tuna, salmon, bream, bass etc. The curry teishoku was so good and flavorful. This curry was served with a super tender chicken thigh with an assortment of seasonal vegetables ( lotus root, mushroom etc). This made the curry super rich and flavourful. Special shout out the Hay Cheesecake - not too heavy and sweet, yet still rich. A must try at this restaurant. Overall, this a very stylish restaurant, comfortable seating with great service. Parking is found on the streets or nearby parking lots. Despite Winterlicious being over, this place does serve fine japanese cuisine and sushi and would love to come back to check out their regular menu as well! read more

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Hay Sushi you're an All Star you've got your game on, well played, Hay Sushi you're a Rock Star you deserve to get paid. That's right, I had to fuse some famous song lyrics into this review to make it as original and stellar as the food at Hay Sushi was! A simple Google search will tell you that traditional Japanese food, or washoku, is renowned for its nutritional balance; it emphasizes seasonal ingredients, small portions, and the ichiju-sansai (one soup, three sides) structure, which includes rice, miso soup, fish or soy, and vegetables, often eaten until 80% full. - Hay Sushi does just that! Everything they serve is understated yet undeniably hits the spot. I had a 3-course Winterlicious meal that was a delight with every bite and every course. Sometimes with set menus you might worry that the quality, quantity, or variety is less than satisfactory but this was far from it. Granted, they had run out of 2 items from their appetizers by the second day of Winterlicious but every last remaining item on the menu was different from the rest and offered a new dimension for your taste buds. The nori tacos are a testament to the fact that incredible things can come in small packages. They come discreetly served in their own little armchair-style pedestals, and guess what?, they do deserve to be put on pedestals as the blend of flavours and textures achieved with each one is truly remarkable. I had the spicy salmon nori taco and the veggies nori taco, both were unbelievable. So here I am wondering if the nori tacos were a one-hit wonder and the second course comes with it's full array of perfectly arranged 3 sides, main, rice, miso soup. I had the Sapporo Style Soup Curry Teishoku. This was not spicy but had a uniquely charred taste supplemented with vegetables such as squash, mushroom, pepper, onion, and lotus root. The chicken was succulent and even the rice was spot on. If you thought sides would be unremarkable, you would be wrong. The daikon, green vegetables and pickled cucumber, carrots, and raddish all pulled more weight than I ever thought was possible. The freshness and impact of each food item even came down to the ginger that was probably the most memorable ginger I've ever had and I never thought ginger alone could ever be that impressive. At this point of the meal I'm far more than 80% full, but hay, there's still dessert! And yes, dessert did not disappoint. I ordered a seemingly simple sorbet but lo and behold the sorbet was truly made with Asian pear and tasted like an explosion of the said flavour; not too icy, not too sweet, just right. If Japanese food truly prides itself on providing balance in nutrition, ingredients, and flavour, Hay Sushi should be very proud indeed read more

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OOooOoO boy. I came here years ago when it first opened and got a sashimi platter. IT WAS A NOGO. YEARS later this guy renovated a bigger spot. Must be good right? I get EVERYTHING but sashimi and it blew my MOONSWATCH ODD. Sushi taco. Pasta. Torchedrolls. Trifecta. Spend 100$ for two and u leave satisfied. read more

Hay Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I recently came here again for dinner with some friends! It's a solid and safe spot for sushi. I also tried their miso pasta and it was really creamy. Their sushi taco was crispy and so filling. I got a sushi platter this time to share, it was perfect for a group of four. My least favourite was the deep fried roll. The service is pretty good. The staff are very friendly. I love the tea they serve as well. The space is pretty spacious with comfy seating and a coat rack to hang up your jackets. read more

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I have been loving Hay Sushi lately. We dined there twice in the past month and it has yet to disappoint! The restaurant is spacious and minimalistic and I haven't had a problem getting a seat without a reservation on weeknights. Some of my favourite dishes are: - Creamy Miso Pasta ($23): The sauce is creamy and flavourful and the masago adds a small crunch. My partner liked it so much we have set out to make our own miso pasta at home - Nigiri 12 ($34): I have yet to visit on a weekend so I haven't tried the Omakase Premium Nigiri but the Nigiri 12 is great! The sashimi is fresh and I particularly enjoyed the squid, scallop, ikura and ebi. - Yuzu Salmon Oshi Sushi ($6): The perfect torched bite! 2 pieces go by fast so be prepared to order more read more

Hay Sushi - creamy miso pasta - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Hay Sushi is my go-to sushi place! I have been here 5 times, and I love it even more since the renovation. The new lighting makes it cozy, the decor is more elegant and they offer more tables than the original one. The fish is always fresh. I always order set dinner menu B (chef selection), as it came with sashimi and sushi. The staff is super friendly, lovely and helpful. There's one time, my friend and I ordered tuna sashimi, it supposed was 5 pieces, but the staff added extra one piece to us for free. If you're looking for great sushi, check it out! read more

Hay Sushi - Sushi set B - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I did give 4/5 I've always ordered takeout from here and decided to dine here with a friend for birthday. There's alot of seating and bar seating, the interior is simple but really modern. The service was really nice and I would say we didn't wait too long for our food. The server was very knowledgeable and super nice. I would recommend getting the platters and we got the B one. It was a pretty good mix to try everything. I do not recommend the crispy tuna roll. the cream cheese is weird. the miso pasta was bomb, as someone who doesn't like pasta. the shrimp a mushroom were a nice touch. Spicy salmon taco was good as well. FYI, I usually get the salmon poke for takeout and it's the best thing ever so would recommend getting that :) also a downside: No free parking depending on the time but have to pay green P read more

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Had their Winterlicious menu and it was absolutely amazing! Angela was the cutest and friendliest server/hostess. Super cozy and perfect for a night out! read more

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This review is from two visits, the first one I ordered sushi and udon, and the second was sushi and fusion pasta. The sushi was delicious but their creamy miso seafood pasta was the highlight. We got the weekend sushi special it had premium fish. The creamy miso pasta came with generous amount of shrimp and it was plump and cooked perfectly. The udon soup was really basic and i wouldn't recommend it over the pasta. Lobster sushi was huge, along with the other black dragon roll that isn't pictured. The rice to filling ratio is my favourite, minimal rice and more filling. Place is always packed but we walked in both visit and got seats at the bar right away. read more

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Cute newly renovated modern sushi spot in North York Area. Believe they just moved a few stores down and the space is minimal and nice. Came here during the summer month and the AC was blasting in here - a little too cold if I'm being honest. But I came here with one thing in mind only which was their nori tacos. Here's what I thought: Spicy salmon nori taco 5/5 - Came with mayo, salmon, crab meat, green onion and cucumber. All wrapped in a fried nori taco shell. I loved this! The flavours and textures were to die for. Tuna nori taco 5/5 - Similar to the spicy salmon nori taco, I loved the texture of this as well. Big chunks of tuna pieces and was absolutely delicious. Creamy miso pasta 4/5 - Delicious, creamy and cooked perfectly with their pasta. It comes with black tiger shrimps and topped with nori and scallion. Truffle aburi 3/5 - This was chef's selection of ten pieces of nigiri, lightly seared with torch and topped with house made truffle aburi sauce. This was definitely a miss since you can't taste the truffle at all. It was good but nothing amazing imo. Overall, I can't wait to come back for the nori tacos they have here. It was absolutely divine and worth a try! read more

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First time dining in! Venue is cute, and sophisticated. Fish quality is great for non-omakase. If you're wanting value, I would recommend going to an ayce place instead. This place is great for catching up with friends or a casual date night. Lunch menu is only available during the weekday, so if you're coming on the weekend for lunch expect the regular dinner menu. Their rolls looked great, would definitely come back to try it. read more

Hay Sushi - Dinner set A - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Restaurant design is very stylish. Choice of chairs are very comfortable and very good looking. The menu covers are made of leather, which tells you that this restaurant pays attention to detail. Level of lighting is perfect for date night. not bright and not harsh, it creates a good mood for relaxation. We went for miso seafood pasta and steak tacos. the miso sauce had perfect consistancy that coats the with just the right amount. The spaghetti was cooked slightly al dente which makes it have some texture to the bite and not all soft. Comes with 4 big shrimp (makes it good for sharing because of even numbers) and some sliced button mushrooms. The steak tacos come with 2 per order (also good for sharing) the shell was made of thick crispy seaweed in the shape of a traditional taco shell. Filling from top to bottom was thinly sliced purple onions and chopped green scallions, then the diced steak was seasoned, charred and cooked well done, and the bottom layer was sushi rice, no sauces but still packing lots of flavour and not dry either. This is the type of restaurant i would keep coming back to just for the atmosphere and the prices are good relative to the quality of food. read more

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Hay Sushi is my go-to since moving to Toronto! (6+ visits!) Great food quality and a really nice, comfortable atmosphere, e.g. the lighting Their Creamy Miso Pasta, Yuzu Salmon Oshi and especially the Spicy Salmon Taco are winners! Been here with small groups and even a big party (check my pics!). Price is a tad higher, sushi pieces tend to be on the smaller side and service is good, not amazing IMO. Sometimes not very attentive and a little rush. Worth checking out for yourself! read more

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I tried the sakura blossom roll ($26.95) and omakase premium nigiri ($37) on a weekend. I really liked the premium nigiri. Everything tasted very fresh. I found the sakura blossom roll a bit too saucy personally. Both dishes were presented beautifully and the interior was very aesthetic too. Our server was pretty friendly too. Overall, I would return to try their other items. read more

Hay Sushi - Sakura Blossom Rolls and Omakase Premium Nigiri - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Amazing service! My favorite was their taco sushi. The miso pasta was good too but the sushi taco is what I will return for! read more

Hay Sushi - Miso creamy pasta - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

They have a new location! It's more sunny and open than the previous location, but not to worry, the new spot is only 1min away from the old spot. The new spots likes it seats more and has a lot more natural sunlight which makes for a cozy restaurant. We dined during lunch hours on Friday so it was quiet which means we received attentive servers! The quality of everything we order felt fresh and nicely presented. I highly recommend the sushi tacos here, they're crunch and quite filling! read more

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The restaurant has a Korean modern atmosphere. We first ordered the Osulluc pear tea and it was very refreshing. Theyre known for their nori taco and their pasta. The tuna norm taco has many chunks of raw tuna seasoned beautifully on a bed of seasoned rice and dressing on top. The miso pasta was very creamy. The miso flavour is very light. It was flavourful especially with the shrimp. Be aware, the menu mentioned veggies, but it's only mushrooms. Their rolls are big and flavourful, and of course their sashimi was fresh. We really enjoyed the meal and the servers were helpful and friendly. I would definitely come back here again and try more items on their menu. read more

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Tried this place out last month and it was cozy and cute vibe inside the restaurant. Service was great and food was served within a good time frame. The Salmon Nori Taco was delicious, it's not packed with a lot of rice so it won't make you too full. I got the Maki Party Tray A to share with a friend and it was super filling. The one thing I didn't like about this set was the fact that every single roll except for the spicy salmon roll was stuffed with so much crab meat. It made everything borderline taste the same which was a shame. I wasn't a huge fan of the rice paper roll used for the Pink dynamite roll either. I personally wouldn't order this set again. Overall, I would come back for the nori tacos and to try their pastas and order individual rolls and maki. read more

Hay Sushi - Salmon Nori Taco - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I recently visited Hay Sushi again and they had moved to a beautiful new spot just down the street (still on Spring Garden) where Ichiban sushi used to be. I wish I had taken some interior photos, had I known that there were no updated interior photos on Yelp. The new restaurant is minimalist and laid out very comfortably. We ordered Maze udon, Hwe dupbap, and 2 spicy salmon nori tacos and thoroughly enjoyed all the food. The spicy salmon nori taco was a bit hard to eat and I didn't love that they mixed so much imitation crab meat into the taco filling. The flavour was ok but I wouldn't order this again. The Hwe dupbap and maze udon were both fantastic though. The presentation was lovely and the flavours were bang on. My maze udon had loads of green onion and ground meat with shaved katsuobushi. The egg yolk added such a wonderful creaminess to the sauce and I thoroughly enjoyed this dish. The Hwe dup bap was more predictable but well executed with fresh fish and loads of vegetables. We enjoyed our experience here at the new Hay Sushi location and would definitely return to try their other offerings. read more

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This was really solid sashimi. We got takeout and I was surprised there was fatty tuna, which I love. The sweet shrimp was also really yummy. The rolls were ok, nothing special. I found some of them too sweet though. I personally wouldn't order the rolls again. This place was recommended by a couple of people to me and I'm so glad I finally got to try it. Even though I just ate it today, I really want to go back again. read more

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HaySushi recently moved to a new location down the street from their original location. The original location was a go-to sushi spot for me so I was excited to see what changes were made in the new location. Long story short; great vibes, same great food! FOOD (4.5/5) Our go-to order is always the Spicy Salmon Nori Taco and Black Dragon roll, and we added a Spicy Crispy Salmon roll as well. The spicy salmon taco is a tempura battered and fried nori shell filled with salmon chunks, rice, imitation crab meat and topped with a spicy sauce and scallions. Great texture contrast between the crispy shell and the soft rice and salmon - I thoroughly enjoy every time! There are a variety of filling options. The Black Dragon roll is a classic tempura shrimp roll, packed with other ingredients and topped with unagi eel and unagi sauce. The roll is tightly packed and substantial in size. The Spicy Crispy Salmon roll was not what we expected as it was actually battered then deep fried. I personally didn't really enjoy it as much since the overall temperature of the roll was warmer from being fried, it took away a bit of the charm of raw fish. Their menu is quite extensive and have a bunch of sets, platters, and hot foods also available. AMBIENCE (5/5) Wow the new restaurant is super aesthetic with modern japandi and mid-century furnishings and renos. The space is much larger than the original restaurant with a bar by the entrance, and a dining area that can seat about twice the amount of guests. The lighting is very soft-toned which matches the overall vibe. SERVICE (5/5) Kind, quick, and good service. No issues! VALUE (4/5) They use decent quality fish so you don't taste any fishiness. I think their menu is best tailored for shareables for the table. LOCATION (4.5/5) A short walk away from Sheppard-Yonge station and a decent amount of street parking along Yonge and side streets. OVERALL (4.5/5) Good quality sushi with a modern and vibey ambience. HaySushi can be great for any occasion; date night, with friends, or with family! It has been a frequented spot for me for the last few years and will continue to be on my rotation of North York sushi spots especially with the new renovated location. read more

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Would I Recommend? Yes, a bit on the pricy side, but tastes good. if they ask you if you want miso soup and salad, just know that it'll cost you $4 per order. How's the food? The food quality is great, can't complain much here. Food comes out slightly slower than I expected, but not too bad How's the service? Service quality was good, easy to call for assistance and responsive servers How's the ambiance? Good tale space, lighting is okay, I like the utensils read more

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The service was great and I enjoyed the salmon roll from platter B. The other rolls didn't have complimentary flavours and were a miss for me. The red dragon roll was good but the one with so much imitation crab meat inside was not great. Also, I'm not a fan of cream cheese in rolls or asparagus in rolls. Too bad. The miso cream pasta was rich and decadent, not much miso flavour just very creamy. Hard to have it as an entree, it was a good thing we shared it amongst 3 people. read more

Hay Sushi - Platter B - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I visited here recently after their relocation, which I was not aware of. The new location looks extremely nice and well-organized. I loved how spacious the place is. It seems they've completely changed the theme of the restaurant to something more comfy and cozy, aiming for a higher-end dining experience, whereas previously it felt more like a bar and casual dining spot. Their lunch specials seemed reasonably priced, with many options to try, but I ordered the Sushi Dinner set, which I was extremely happy with. I've always wanted to try their futomaki, and while it tasted more like Korean kimbap, it was still enjoyable. I also loved the portion of rice with the sushi. I hate when places try to fill you up with huge sushi rice portions, but this one was just right. We also ordered a couple of appetizers--chicken karaage and ebi mayo--which came in quite generous portions. Their famous nori taco was good, but extremely filling, as the rice portion was about the same size as the toppings (we got spicy salmon, but there was a ridiculous amount of crab salad on top). The service was excellent. Our server made sure everything we tried met our expectations and kept our water cups filled at all times! Although the food took a bit longer to arrive than expected for lunch service, this could have been because most of the staff were having their lunch on the side. However, we were still very happy with the meal, as the food did not disappoint. read more

Hay Sushi - Sushi Dinner A - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

got the salmon sashimi lunch for $24 and a Coke came to $37 after tax and an 18% tip (the minimum on their machine). Pricey for lunch, but it was delicious, super fresh, and beautifully presented. The interior is modern and clean. Might be my new favourite Japanese spot in North York. read more

Hay Sushi - Salmon lunch and my friend got the lunch with torched sushi - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

We went to Hay Sushi and had an excellent dinner. For my food report, I use ^ to indicate a half-star and * for a full star. So, ***^ would mean 3.5 stars: ***** The Salmon Nori Taco was fresh and delicious, with perfectly balanced flavours between the raw salmon and "crab meat" salad. The fried seaweed "taco shell" remained firm and crispy, and never got soggy, which I was pleasantly surprised about. The sushi rice was well-seasoned and had the perfect texture. The whole taco was topped with thin slices of onion. 5 stars. (Cost was two for $16.95) ****^ Tuna Poke bowl was also fresh and tasty. Aside from the chunks of tuna, there were plenty of toppings including avocado slices, cucumber sticks, kani, tobiko (flying fish roe), corn, edamame, seaweed salad, and pineapple chunks and not a huge amount of rice. 4.5 stars (Cost was $20.95) Service was great, attentive, patient and helpful at answering questions about the menu. The restaurant is also a very pleasant place to sit, nicely decorated and comfortable, with a good ambience. I definitely want to go back to Hay Sushi to try more nori tacos, sushi, and pretty much everything else. read more

Hay Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Came here over the weekend and still dreaming of the food and how delicious it was. We had lunch on the weekend at 1pm, made reservations but it was pretty empty. It ended up getting busier around 2pm so would still recommend reservations if you can plan ahead just incase. The atmosphere felt like an old school diner which was very cute and quaint. Gave it some character and felt a bit more casual. We ordered different dishes and the one mutual comment was how fresh and delicious the food was. Spicy Salmon Nori Taco - massive and very fresh. Loved that the taco was deep-fried nori. There was a lot of rice, but it was complemented well with how much salmon/crab meat you got. Creamy Miso Pasta - I've never had wafu pasta before so I was pleasantly surprised by how tasty this was! It was super comforting and you got quite a bit of shrimp. Atlantic Roll and Crispy Tuna Roll - very fresh, unique and massive. read more

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I loved the unique menu here! They have a great variety of sushi as well as fusion pasta - all that we had was delicious: * Nori Taco - choice of two for $17.95, I chose the spicy salmon (lots of crab meat, it was pretty spicy) and the tuna (very fresh). Could have used a bit of soy sauce but I did like these, even though my expectations were not too high. The crunchy seaweed wrapper had a good hold on the ingredients. * creamy miso pasta $19.95 was the best!! amazing flavour and the shrimps were so plump and juicy. My bf and I loved this. Good service and nice casual atmosphere. Overall very satisfied with Hay Sushi, and would definitely come back to try more. read more

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Food: I ordered a nigiri set and a taco, and both were so good! The portions were filling, and the quality of everything was excellent. I don't think I would order the taco again, but it was cool to try. The pricing seemed standard for a sushi restaurant. Service: The service was great - friendly and attentive. My food came out quickly, and the staff made sure I had everything I needed throughout the meal. It's worth noting I came at an odd time (around 4pm), so I was actually the only one there haha. Ambiance: The ambiance was relaxing. I don't know if it gets super busy at a more normal time though. The music added a nice, chill vibe. It was a comfortable spot to enjoy a meal on my own. Overall, Hay Sushi is a great choice if you're looking for high-quality sushi at reasonable prices in a laid-back setting. Lots of dessert around the area to hit up afterwards as well! read more

Hay Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

After a previous positive experience, we came for another weekday lunch. This time, instead of ordering the lunch specials, we opted for two sushi sets -- the traditional Sushi Set, and the Truffle Aburi Sushi Set. The traditional nigiri pieces are of average quality but nothing special, but the torched pieces with truffle salt seasoning are awesome! Overall though, the value is so much better with the lunch special sushi sets, so definitely stick with them when offered (Monday to Friday from 12 to 3 PM). Service was a bit on the slower side during this busy lunch, but we still managed to get out within an hour. The restaurant was full and loud, but a fun atmosphere. read more

Hay Sushi - Special Sushi Set and Truffle Aburi Sushi Set - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This is my first time coming and I really enjoyed their sushi. Everything was fresh and tasted good. The sushi taco was also very creative and a good size. Interior was nice and clean, service was okay as well. I would also recommend making a reservation as they do get busy. read more

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Absolutely love this place. Tried it on a whim for a last minute group dinner. Huge menu, friendly staff, super cute and welcoming. All the food is great and feels high end while also being a place you could wear jeans and sneakers. I would recommend this spot in a heart beat! read more

Hay Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Always a great night out at hay sushi, perfect for a nice meal to catch up with friends. Our go to favourites are their stuffed nori tacos, pasta & fresh sashimi. Love the interior and intimate vibe of the restaurant. We walked in around 7pm on a Saturday for a table of 2 with no wait! read more

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My gf took me here for my bday recently. First off, there's no designated parking lot so you either park nearby using a Green P parking meter/app or on a side street somewhere and then walk over. The resto is very close to the yonge and sheppard intersection. It was busy when we arrived on sunday night but not packed out the wazoo or anything. The waitress told us that their busiest days were usually friday and saturday nights. So we ordered up chicken karaage, nori steak tacos, bluefin tuna (chutoro) sushi, creamy miso wafu pasta, pressed sushi, a signature roll and shared a highball cocktail (it's massive lol). The quality of the food was overall spectacular. I feel like them being a tapas bar, you kinda expect pricey food so the question is, does the quality match the price? And the answer is YES! you definitely get great quality food. The steak in the nori tacos was cooked perfectly (medium rare and so juicy), the scallop on the roll was SOOOO FRESH. The seasoning that the resto uses for the sushi rice is quite aggressive (very vinegary which I like). The creamy miso pasta had a ton of umami in it. They also didn't slap the lazy $25 price tag on it like most italian places so we appreciated that (I'm guessing the current price has already factored in inflation). It was priced at ~ $18. Very fair imo. We wanted otoro sushi (fatty bluefin tuna) but they ran out! (sad face) so we opted for chutoro (medium fatty tuna) sushi instead. It still melted in the mouth so that was awesome. We ordered a slice of cheesecake to round out the meal. It was HUGE lol. Was really full after that cheesecake. Service was great. Our waitress kept checking in on us and asking how the meal was going. English was not her first language clearly but she was really friendly and attentive. I would not hesitate to come back for a special date/occasion! read more

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Ordered lunch sashimi +maki plate. 5 kinds of sashimi was served; salmon, tuna, hamachi, sea bream, sea bass. Sashimi was very fresh and liked the thick slices. Rice for maki was unfortunately not to my liking but overall it was a pleasant meal. read more

Hay Sushi - Lunch sashimi maki plate - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I went during night time close to 12, they no longer have dinner menu, so I ordered off the bar menu instead. The sashimi wasn't bad, I wish it was served on ice. Great service and great atmosphere for date read more

Hay Sushi - Sashimi special - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Hay Sushi, glad you're so refined at this entry point! This is a Japanese restaurant with a fairly innocuous storefront & a transparent banner that lights up at night. Yet folks still flock here because of the new wave sushi, fusion pasta & nori tacos! I was blown away by the 12 pc special sushi (moriawase) set. Fresh cuts and distinct in flavours. On the runway are: salmon, squid, sea bream, scallops, tuna, bass, yellow tail, sweet shrimp, octopus, salmon roe, Botan shrimp, and eel. Each one comes with individual toppings that help refine specific taste profiles. TGIF. Good food, good mood. read more

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Is there such a thing as a hip sushi crowd, well if there is, they are all gathering at this place to get their sushi on. Paid streetside parking in the front makes it convenient for your sushi cravings. K pop music playing in the background, why are most of the sushi places I've been to owned by Koreans, go figure but they're doing sushi right. Ordered the spicy tuna tacos and sashimi lunch special dish. (12pcs sashimi and 6 pcs maki sushi. Their taco sushi was huge, a meal in itself. Sushi rice was nicely seasoned with mirin topped abundantly with spicy tuna and surimi. Sashimi was fresh and full flavored, not previously frozen. Fantastic texture, not grainy which is an indication of previously frozen or old sashimi. Btw don't forget to ask for their 20% off 9pm-1am tapas bar coupons. Pay cash for a 10% discount. Sometimes it's hip to be square. read more

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I saw some good reviews abou this place and decided to try their takeout. It turned out to be average (3.5 star experience). Everything tasted okay, but nothing wowed me. I ordered their salmon nori tacos, which was quite filling but mostly filled with rice. There wasn't much fish inside. Flavour was okay, but I personally preferred the crispy tuna tacos at project fish nearby. I also tried their Napolitan pasta. The flavour was not bad, not much pasta but lots of sausages. Overall, the place was okay but maybe not worth a trip on purpose. read more

Hay Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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My most favourite Japanese restaurant in the city. They opened in 2020 and since then I've been there (no exaggeration) at least 20 times for takeout. Today was my first time to actually dine in the restaurant, and it was great to see it full and people complimenting the servers about how good the food was. My go-to's at Hay Sushi are the salmon nori taco (the salty crispness of the nori taco goes perfectly with the mounds of salmon filling) and the 30 piece sashimi mori (super fresh sashimi, great variety, and amazing quality thay justifies the price). Other stuff I've had there are the pastas (the standout one for me is the sukiyaki pasta), the taco wasabi (good hot-cold combo that's a great palette cleanser) and actually any of the other nori tacos (my wife loves the beef one). Also, their homemade cheesecake is superb (really creamy, nice nutty crust) Service, whether dining in or taking out, is friendly and efficient. Though I can see it'll take them time to ramp up for a seamless dining experience, it won't be for lack of trying. Hay-ly hay-ly recommend Hay Sushi! Obviously, I'll be back and back and back and... read more

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