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Came here on a weekday after seeing all of the social media buzz around this restaurant, and it did not disappoint! Overall, the food was amazing quality and portions are reasonable. I tried the uni, and as a person who does not really eat uni, it was really delicious with the way they prep the dish. Rice helped cut the richness of the uni and elevated the taste! The main attraction of course is the restaurant decor. It really does feel like you transport back to Japan, and the attention to detail is crazy. I will say, the pricing is a bit higher than a normal japanese restaurant, however they do justify it with the quality. So if you plan to visit, do not he surprised with your bill. The otoro, uni, and other fish were one of the best in town. Definitely would come here again on a special occasion.
Such a cute restaurant! It's decorated in Japanese food street style - like a miniature Osaka. But their dishes were expensive. They claim that all ingredients are air-shipped from Japan, but I wonder how fresh the seafood can be after being shipped all the way here versus sourcing it locally. Back to the food. We tried the Kobe Beef Nabe, which seemed to be the only item for two that was reasonably priced. It was pretty good - the beef slices were tender, and the soup base was flavorful. There were cabbage, tofu, and kimchi in the pot too. The Wasabi Octopus was tasty too - the sweet-salty kind of marination mixed with wasabi was refreshing. Service was nice, and the staff were friendly. Overall, it's a cute place just a bit too pricey. Food (quality, creativity, consistency) - 5/5 Drinks (quality, variety) - NA/5 Ambience (interior design, cleanliness) - 4.5/5 Service (courtesy, knowledge, timeliness) - 4.5/5 Value (quality vs. price) - 2.5/5 OVERALL - 4
The interior of this place transports you to the small alleyways of Osaka, filled with Japanese bars and restaurants. Great décor and unique atmosphere compared to other Japanese / sushi restaurants out there. The seating areas are divided into small stalls with tables of varied sizes. I was expecting this place to be bustling and busy, but when we came, it was almost empty. Upon being seated, we got wet towels (perhaps for the lobster) and tea that was very nice and fragrant (tasted like rice tea). The menu presents a lot of choices - mostly donburis (rice bowls) topped with various fresh seafood, but they also have torched sushi, claypot rice, and a la carte sashimi. The visual menu with big photos is helpful. In addition to the regular menu, they also have monthly specials on a separate laminated menu. Menu items are more on the pricey side, but you get what you pay for - heaps of fresh, high-quality sashimi presented and arranged so beautifully that sometimes it takes a long time to take photos before starting to eat (luckily you don't have to worry about the food getting cold). Staying true to the what the Japanese are known for, they pay very close to attention to detail and presentation. Our Lobster Donburi came with a lobster claw holding a beautiful hand-folded fan with flower pattern. In addition to lobster sashimi, it also came with cooked lobster legs in the shells (needed pliers to crack them open), abalone (already pre-cut), ikura (salmon roe), lots of salmon and tuna sashimi, red caviar / fish roe, and small slices of cucumber to add a nice crunch and freshness. BBQ Unagi, Scallops, and Tamago Donburi contained a lot more rice compared to the Lobster Donburi. The unagi was too saucy and sweet to my liking, but it was still decent and they have a pretty good portion (pretty thick eel). The scallops were half-torched so they were excellent. The tamago (egg) was also torched around the edges. Aburi Sushi was good with a tasty sauce and topped with a bit of microgreens and fish roe. It had a good fish-to-rice ratio. The aburi selection was all fish (salmon, different cuts of tuna, unagi, and some other fish that I couldn't tell what they were - maybe mackerel, halibut, and/or yellowtail). I wish it included seafood in the mix (shrimp, scallop, squid, octopus, surf clam / hokkigai, etc.). The torching was well done - they cut the fish slices thin enough and were able to get it torched at the top to make it have a nice seared taste, without overcooking the bottom.
Instagram made me do it! Tucked away in a plaza in Scarborough that I've never been to. The atmosphere and decor was great but the food was very average. We walked in with no reservations and got seated right away. However the food took forever to come out .. approximately 45mins for three dishes. Ordered the chef special nigiri, eel and scallops don, and the torched salmon don which I ordered instead the raw salmon don. The sashimi pieces came out warm? The soy sauce was very very low sodium, and the didn't provide ginger unless requested. I usually read the menu before visiting but I didn't this time and was shocked to see majority of the dishes were $50+. Come for the vibes but not the food.
Rating would be 3.7/5, rounding up to 4/5. Went here finally after seeing it on social media so many times. No reservations made and got seated at the bar-like section. Service was definitely a 5/5, everyone was so kind and there was no wait time for them to come to you. Menu was extensive, kind of all over the place but it was more of a fun looking book. Price was quite high, perhaps because it's mostly uni, ikura and crab. The chef's choice for the premium sushi fish was really tough, forgot the name - sounds like "coriander" when the guy told me. Torched salmon don and unagi steak was great. The scallop was okay, not my favourite. It does look like you're in Japan when you get inside as if you transported. I wouldn't come here again but maybe on a special occasion and would try the crab.
If you're looking for a place to surprise your date, take them here! It doesn't even feel like you're in Scarborough. The food features some of the best-quality fish I've ever had. The service was friendly and quick to respond. While it's on the pricier side, the experience is absolutely worth it.
For a few hours, I thought I was in Japan. The decor was amazing and had that wow factor for me. The menu had so many choices. Where to start lol. We ordered: - A side of uni from Japan, my favourite of the night. It was sweet and light to the palette. Simply exquisite. - Premium seasonal Sashimi, a wide variety of delicious morsels for the tasting. Never a dull moment! - Otoro uni don, a bowl of otoro, uni, and fish roe with rice to satisfy the craving. - Salmon Ikura don, simple yet delectable slices of salmon, accompanied by salmon caviar that tantalized the taste bud. It was the perfect meal. The service was great. The only thing I think they can improve on is when it was time to pay, they don't accept split payments. Other than that, I would go back again.
I managed to try out this amazing restaurant in the new location in the same Plaza featuring their January special kamikaze lunch for an incredible price of $38 ! Service was good, they came to check in from time to time to make sure everything was OK. They were also super accommodating for two babies who came with their car seats and seated us at a table with a lot of space. everything tasted great, and the fish is very fresh. Also, really love the decor... Does it not remind you of the markets in Japan? Step into this restaurant and you feel like you've been transported across the ocean
This place is known for their donburi and they offer Japanese uni!!!! Came recently for their New Year set offered throughout January. For $38, you get everything seen in the picture which i thought was a great deal. Everything was delicious for the most part! Even tho the skewers on the grill were cold and it wasnt really grilling. But nice presentation regardless. Big portions and a lot of food!
This place now has been renovated in a new location within the same plaza in Bamburgh Circle. Love the new interior decor - really makes you feel you have travelled to Japan directly - with the bright colours, neon lights and a variety of signage and ambient vibes. Contrary to my initial review years ago, they have revamped their menu items with brand new things that are much more on the pricey end. I had the chance to try their Lobster Salmon Sashimi don. Presentation wise is very IG worthy - it is very impressive. Quality wise - it was actually very good! Everything was fresh and it was quite filling as well. There was much more fish than rice - and to my surprise, I was quite full from eating the fish as well. It is a total game changer from previous setup - I really enjoyed it. The dishes are more premium now - so it's more suitable for celebratory purposes vs. regular sushi/sashimi fix.
The decor is really nice, it's like stepping into Japan. There's tables for seating or a few different types of bar seating. Unfortunately the tables are really close together and it was hard to squeeze out if I had to leave or use the washroom. There is a very large menu with a lot of combos and choices. I was actually shocked by the high prices since this was a very casual vibe spot. They give disposable chopsticks, artificial wasabi, and the servers are not dressed like this is a nice Japanese restaurant. We got the Kobe Don and seasonal sashimi after a hard time deciding. The portion size was good. The kobe Don was served with a raw egg yolk. It was supposed to be rare but for some reason it was fully cooked. The sashimi was fresh and had good variety - different fattiness tunas, salmon, sweet shrimp, scallop, abalone, and more. Overall the food is good but overpriced. If you happen to come here, bring cash for a discount. Washrooms were not the cleanest, but they are ground floor and accessible. Service was just ok, when we asked for recommendations the server just told us everything was worth trying.
I saw this place on BlogTo and was curious to try it out because it brought back memories of our trip to Japan back in 2018. The decor is really neat and it looks like separate kiosks but really it's just one restaurant with one kitchen. We ordered the the following: Kobe beef Nabe $48 Haru Bokksu $90 Tempura Ramen $48 Salmon sushi $2 each (6 pieces) The food tasted fresh but it was a bit underwhelming for the price. There wasn't much vibe maybe because it wasn't busy Sunday (first thing when it opened at noon). The service was very good. The chef was very nice and the servers were pleasant and attentive. If you are looking for more exotic sushi and feel adventurous then this place is something you might want to try. But if you're like me and like the everyday sushi like salmon sushi, dynamite rolls, aburi, traditional tempura and salmon sashimi then you're better off to eat somewhere else. There is ample parking it's located at The Bamburgh Circle Plaza.
Really nice ambiance, and polite service. This is a place to splurge. I ordered a torched salmon don ($28) and the salmon had a nice smokey flavour. I got the lean pieces but it was still good quality. The presentation was lacking a bit because it looked like the salmon was dipped in boiling water instead of torched. The rice was perfectly seasoned. I'm sure if I ordered something else from the menu it would have been much nicer.
We were in the area and came here to check out the menu before coming back later. When we actually ordered, we had no idea what to get but there was a couple sitting next to us who ordered the omakase set and it looked really good so we got that. Presentation of the restaurant was very very very impressive. The amount of effort they put in is evident. Food is no less as impressive. The omakase set was really fresh, I like that it came in two's so my partner and I could have one of each and compare which one we liked more. Service was good too. read more
This place always makes my heart (and stomach) happy. The focus here is clearly on freshness and quality and everything we had was beautiful. The decor is stunning and instantly transports you to Japan. The warm, attentive service makes you feel truly looked after. Yes, it's on the pricier side, but the variety, presentation, and quality make it worth the splurge. A spot I'll keep coming back to. read more
The best sushi place in the GTA, especially for the creamiest uni! I've been here 4 times, and the food is always amazing. You have to eat the uni here. You get so much, and it always tastes amazing. You can also buy your own uni to take home The decor of this place is really fun, and the staff are always friendly. It is pricey, but given that I've been here 4 times, I think it's totally worth it. read more
Came here on a weekday after seeing all of the social media buzz around this restaurant, and it did not disappoint! Overall, the food was amazing quality and portions are reasonable. I tried the uni, and as a person who does not really eat uni, it was really delicious with the way they prep the dish. Rice helped cut the richness of the uni and elevated the taste! The main attraction of course is the restaurant decor. It really does feel like you transport back to Japan, and the attention to detail is crazy. I will say, the pricing is a bit higher than a normal japanese restaurant, however they do justify it with the quality. So if you plan to visit, do not he surprised with your bill. The otoro, uni, and other fish were one of the best in town. Definitely would come here again on a special occasion. read more
Such a cute restaurant! It's decorated in Japanese food street style - like a miniature Osaka. But their dishes were expensive. They claim that all ingredients are air-shipped from Japan, but I wonder how fresh the seafood can be after being shipped all the way here versus sourcing it locally. Back to the food. We tried the Kobe Beef Nabe, which seemed to be the only item for two that was reasonably priced. It was pretty good - the beef slices were tender, and the soup base was flavorful. There were cabbage, tofu, and kimchi in the pot too. The Wasabi Octopus was tasty too - the sweet-salty kind of marination mixed with wasabi was refreshing. Service was nice, and the staff were friendly. Overall, it's a cute place just a bit too pricey. Food (quality, creativity, consistency) - 5/5 Drinks (quality, variety) - NA/5 Ambience (interior design, cleanliness) - 4.5/5 Service (courtesy, knowledge, timeliness) - 4.5/5 Value (quality vs. price) - 2.5/5 OVERALL - 4 read more
2 years ago
The interior of this place transports you to the small alleyways of Osaka, filled with Japanese bars and restaurants. Great décor and unique atmosphere compared to other Japanese / sushi restaurants out there. The seating areas are divided into small stalls with tables of varied sizes. I was expecting this place to be bustling and busy, but when we came, it was almost empty. Upon being seated, we got wet towels (perhaps for the lobster) and tea that was very nice and fragrant (tasted like rice tea). The menu presents a lot of choices - mostly donburis (rice bowls) topped with various fresh seafood, but they also have torched sushi, claypot rice, and a la carte sashimi. The visual menu with big photos is helpful. In addition to the regular menu, they also have monthly specials on a separate laminated menu. Menu items are more on the pricey side, but you get what you pay for - heaps of fresh, high-quality sashimi presented and arranged so beautifully that sometimes it takes a long time to take photos before starting to eat (luckily you don't have to worry about the food getting cold). Staying true to the what the Japanese are known for, they pay very close to attention to detail and presentation. Our Lobster Donburi came with a lobster claw holding a beautiful hand-folded fan with flower pattern. In addition to lobster sashimi, it also came with cooked lobster legs in the shells (needed pliers to crack them open), abalone (already pre-cut), ikura (salmon roe), lots of salmon and tuna sashimi, red caviar / fish roe, and small slices of cucumber to add a nice crunch and freshness. BBQ Unagi, Scallops, and Tamago Donburi contained a lot more rice compared to the Lobster Donburi. The unagi was too saucy and sweet to my liking, but it was still decent and they have a pretty good portion (pretty thick eel). The scallops were half-torched so they were excellent. The tamago (egg) was also torched around the edges. Aburi Sushi was good with a tasty sauce and topped with a bit of microgreens and fish roe. It had a good fish-to-rice ratio. The aburi selection was all fish (salmon, different cuts of tuna, unagi, and some other fish that I couldn't tell what they were - maybe mackerel, halibut, and/or yellowtail). I wish it included seafood in the mix (shrimp, scallop, squid, octopus, surf clam / hokkigai, etc.). The torching was well done - they cut the fish slices thin enough and were able to get it torched at the top to make it have a nice seared taste, without overcooking the bottom. read more
2 years ago
Instagram made me do it! Tucked away in a plaza in Scarborough that I've never been to. The atmosphere and decor was great but the food was very average. We walked in with no reservations and got seated right away. However the food took forever to come out .. approximately 45mins for three dishes. Ordered the chef special nigiri, eel and scallops don, and the torched salmon don which I ordered instead the raw salmon don. The sashimi pieces came out warm? The soy sauce was very very low sodium, and the didn't provide ginger unless requested. I usually read the menu before visiting but I didn't this time and was shocked to see majority of the dishes were $50+. Come for the vibes but not the food. read more
3 years ago
Rating would be 3.7/5, rounding up to 4/5. Went here finally after seeing it on social media so many times. No reservations made and got seated at the bar-like section. Service was definitely a 5/5, everyone was so kind and there was no wait time for them to come to you. Menu was extensive, kind of all over the place but it was more of a fun looking book. Price was quite high, perhaps because it's mostly uni, ikura and crab. The chef's choice for the premium sushi fish was really tough, forgot the name - sounds like "coriander" when the guy told me. Torched salmon don and unagi steak was great. The scallop was okay, not my favourite. It does look like you're in Japan when you get inside as if you transported. I wouldn't come here again but maybe on a special occasion and would try the crab. read more
2 years ago
If you're looking for a place to surprise your date, take them here! It doesn't even feel like you're in Scarborough. The food features some of the best-quality fish I've ever had. The service was friendly and quick to respond. While it's on the pricier side, the experience is absolutely worth it. read more
For a few hours, I thought I was in Japan. The decor was amazing and had that wow factor for me. The menu had so many choices. Where to start lol. We ordered: - A side of uni from Japan, my favourite of the night. It was sweet and light to the palette. Simply exquisite. - Premium seasonal Sashimi, a wide variety of delicious morsels for the tasting. Never a dull moment! - Otoro uni don, a bowl of otoro, uni, and fish roe with rice to satisfy the craving. - Salmon Ikura don, simple yet delectable slices of salmon, accompanied by salmon caviar that tantalized the taste bud. It was the perfect meal. The service was great. The only thing I think they can improve on is when it was time to pay, they don't accept split payments. Other than that, I would go back again. read more
3 years ago
I managed to try out this amazing restaurant in the new location in the same Plaza featuring their January special kamikaze lunch for an incredible price of $38 ! Service was good, they came to check in from time to time to make sure everything was OK. They were also super accommodating for two babies who came with their car seats and seated us at a table with a lot of space. everything tasted great, and the fish is very fresh. Also, really love the decor... Does it not remind you of the markets in Japan? Step into this restaurant and you feel like you've been transported across the ocean read more
This place is known for their donburi and they offer Japanese uni!!!! Came recently for their New Year set offered throughout January. For $38, you get everything seen in the picture which i thought was a great deal. Everything was delicious for the most part! Even tho the skewers on the grill were cold and it wasnt really grilling. But nice presentation regardless. Big portions and a lot of food! read more
This place now has been renovated in a new location within the same plaza in Bamburgh Circle. Love the new interior decor - really makes you feel you have travelled to Japan directly - with the bright colours, neon lights and a variety of signage and ambient vibes. Contrary to my initial review years ago, they have revamped their menu items with brand new things that are much more on the pricey end. I had the chance to try their Lobster Salmon Sashimi don. Presentation wise is very IG worthy - it is very impressive. Quality wise - it was actually very good! Everything was fresh and it was quite filling as well. There was much more fish than rice - and to my surprise, I was quite full from eating the fish as well. It is a total game changer from previous setup - I really enjoyed it. The dishes are more premium now - so it's more suitable for celebratory purposes vs. regular sushi/sashimi fix. read more
The decor is really nice, it's like stepping into Japan. There's tables for seating or a few different types of bar seating. Unfortunately the tables are really close together and it was hard to squeeze out if I had to leave or use the washroom. There is a very large menu with a lot of combos and choices. I was actually shocked by the high prices since this was a very casual vibe spot. They give disposable chopsticks, artificial wasabi, and the servers are not dressed like this is a nice Japanese restaurant. We got the Kobe Don and seasonal sashimi after a hard time deciding. The portion size was good. The kobe Don was served with a raw egg yolk. It was supposed to be rare but for some reason it was fully cooked. The sashimi was fresh and had good variety - different fattiness tunas, salmon, sweet shrimp, scallop, abalone, and more. Overall the food is good but overpriced. If you happen to come here, bring cash for a discount. Washrooms were not the cleanest, but they are ground floor and accessible. Service was just ok, when we asked for recommendations the server just told us everything was worth trying. read more
I saw this place on BlogTo and was curious to try it out because it brought back memories of our trip to Japan back in 2018. The decor is really neat and it looks like separate kiosks but really it's just one restaurant with one kitchen. We ordered the the following: Kobe beef Nabe $48 Haru Bokksu $90 Tempura Ramen $48 Salmon sushi $2 each (6 pieces) The food tasted fresh but it was a bit underwhelming for the price. There wasn't much vibe maybe because it wasn't busy Sunday (first thing when it opened at noon). The service was very good. The chef was very nice and the servers were pleasant and attentive. If you are looking for more exotic sushi and feel adventurous then this place is something you might want to try. But if you're like me and like the everyday sushi like salmon sushi, dynamite rolls, aburi, traditional tempura and salmon sashimi then you're better off to eat somewhere else. There is ample parking it's located at The Bamburgh Circle Plaza. read more
Really nice ambiance, and polite service. This is a place to splurge. I ordered a torched salmon don ($28) and the salmon had a nice smokey flavour. I got the lean pieces but it was still good quality. The presentation was lacking a bit because it looked like the salmon was dipped in boiling water instead of torched. The rice was perfectly seasoned. I'm sure if I ordered something else from the menu it would have been much nicer. read more
What a fabulous place! I was immediately taken aback when I stepped into the restaurant and saw the decor. I absolutely loved the ambiance and felt a little taste of Japan. We came in for the special omakase lunch and were pleasantly surprised. There was a lot of delicious selection and we couldn't even finish! Luckily we could take our leftovers home (a takeout box cost $1). Our server was so sweet and friendly we absolutely enjoyed having her check on us and explain to us what was being served. She was really enthusiastic! I felt that for the value of the meal it was very much well worth it! We all had a wonderful time! read more
4 years ago
I seldom write disappointed comments. But I really disappointed this time. I went this restaurant before pandemic and at the old location, a lot smaller, only 8-10 bar seating. But food and service were much much better. The new location at the same plaza but huge different from size. Interior decoration is cute and quite Japanese style. So far so good. The food portion is not bad for me, but if for who can eat more, it maybe not enough. We order uni and ikura Don. Ikura portion was way too little but uni was good. (But not fresh enough) We also order torched hamachi, salmon and scallops Don. The order took very long time to serve. (My sister already finished her uni Don) it really scared me, I don't think they know how to torch...the sashimi looks like half way cook and covered with lots sources (the source is way too sweet) I feel disgusting with half cooked SASHIMI can't finish even a small bowl. The more disappointing is the servers never ask why can't finish the bowl. Anyways, very sorry will not come again and not recommended. read more
Love this place. It transports you into the streets Of japan. It's pricey but worth it. Everything is amazingly fresh. Make reservations. It's a small place. Capacity is 35 people. And especially if you have a large group. read more
Still drooling over the Japanese meal I had the other week at Oo-kinza Fish House 大金座魚屋 in Scarborough!! As soon as we stepped into this restaurant, we were transported to streets of Japan! It is beautifully decorated & w/ very nice ambiance. We've tried: 10 pieces of sushi -- premium collection $50 -- very fresh, especially love the toro! Momo peach Sake $40 -- It's super fruity n delicious. We didn't even realize we were drinking alcohol. On the pricy $$$ side. Daifuku Mochi $8 -- So soft & heavenly! A great finish of this amazing meal!! On the pricy side, it's worth to give it a try as the sushi was so fresh & the customer service was excellent!! 325 Bamburgh Circle, Unit A103, Scarborough What's your favorite sushi? Follow me on IG & TikTok @eatntravelrepeat for more food adventures!! read more
One of my favourite Japanese restaurants in the GTA for its freshness and great quality food imported from Japan and other parts of the world. This place is the reason for my like for uni. Most of the time I eat uni anywhere, the texture and taste turns me off then I never got into it. However the uni here imported from Japan really hits different and I've become a uni snob whereas I need to have my uni from Japan, not BC or anywhere else for that matter. This was my second time here and I could say that the quality is consistent and it does not disappoint. The hotpot and sashimi platter we ordered were all tasty too. The staff were extremely enthusiastic and eccentric but very attentive whenever they see us need a refill or table cleared of plates we had finished. The restaurant was as vibrant as Shinjuku, Tokyo. It felt really nice to surround myself with such a heavy decor because I really missed being in japan recently. It makes me want to come back tomorrow read more
3 years ago
A disappointing experience. While nicely decorated, there was a distinct fishy smell in the air. Yes, I know it's a sushi restaurant but the dining area should NOT smell fishy. Service was decent. No complaints. Had the omakase special and it was very underwhelming. The torched salmon was delicious! The tuna was good. Everything else was mediocre. I don't expect an elite dining experience for $38, but I should at least enjoy what I'm eating. The maki roll - bland, the grilled scallop - had an odd pungency. The rice in the donburi was severely underseasoned. It was not sushi rice, it was plain white rice with furikake on the sides of the bowl. The absolute worst was the beef skewer. The skewer was cold and the beef was half fat. It was like eating a chunk of refrigerated beef fat. read more
I've passed by this place often and always wanted to try it but wasn't too sure due to its mixed reviews. However, the craving of sashimi overcame me and it was finally time. There is a lot of free parking space in this plaza as it is shared with other food places but it does get hectic around meal times. The restaurant itself is tiny with max 12 bar seats with 6 on each side and no washrooms available. It is not so bad if you're there for a quick bite but it would be a bit more difficult during winter times due to space and the door right next to the tables. You're able to order or reserve a dine-in spot via social media or phone! I used Facebook Messenger to ask for their most up to date menu and paid with E-Transfer (They accept cash as well). Transaction was seamless and response time was pretty quick (tried Instagram before too for just the menu). They have a large variety of premium sashimi like uni, ikura, snow crab, lobster, otoro, botan ebi, abalone and allow further customization! There were uni specials, over 18 different donburi's to choose and customize from, a shellfish menu, sushi & sashimi platters, and specialy bentos/omakase styled trays. Prices may scare you away but comes with its premium selection. I went with the Salmon Ikura Don ($15.99) and added 6 pieces of scallops ($8). The price was very reasonable for the location (although the portion of ikura was closer to inadequate). There were 10 pieces of fresh salmon, ikura and the added 6 pieces of scallops. Ikura was briny, slightly fishy, and subtly sweet. The salmon wasn't cut too thin or too thick. Scallops had a slighly firm yet delicate texture, and the flavor was mildly sweet with a clean finish. Overall, fresh and delicious as a whole. Next time, I would love to try one of their Uni dons or return for another Salmon Ikura don! read more
A group of 8 of us came for dinner. The decor is fun. Looks like you're walking through one of the busy streets of Osaka, Japan. The service was great. Very friendly and fairly attentive. We had a bit of sticker shock when we first looked at the menu, but once the food came and we tasted everything, it was really good. The presentation is amazing! The taste was even better. Everything was very fresh and not fishy at all. The pieces of sashimi were cut thicker than many other places which was so nice. The Raman and Nabe were quite full with lots of ingredients. We also ordered one of the platters and it came with a very large portion of Uni. The Uni was so fresh and creamy. The platter was meant for two people, but could easily feed 4 of us. This is not the type of place I would come to on a regular basis, but if I wanted something, a little more special, this would be on the top of my list. read more
4 years ago
We often grocery shop at Foody and hadn't noticed Oo-Kinza before until it was recommended by a friend. We came here for lunch on a Saturday and it was not too busy. We ordered the two types of oysters they had available, as well as the premium fresh table (x7 servings). Presentation was fantastic, but it wasn't quite as fresh as I had hoped. However, $84pp is quite affordable for the amount of fish we got. I think it was the first time I wanted more carbs in a Japanese meal (or something other than sashimi). I've never been to Japan, but the interior of the restaurant is akin to what I would imagine small streets there to look like. I'd love to come here and try some of their other dishes, but keep in mind it is on the expensive end. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Remember‼ Remember‼ Remember Don't comeDon't comeDon't come Expensive doesn't just mean that it's really food that makes people feel uncomfortable and tummy The rice is boiled until it is watery and super sour, it looks like the rice has gone bad Seafood is super stale Their service attitude is very bad We complained to them that the food was not good, they not only refused to accept it, but also said that they were freshly cooked, and it would be different if we wait to eat it cold Most importantMost importantMost important So expensive, see that last picture we paid that shit price and we got the nasty product, will eat bad for people and get sick read more
Went to this place the first time, I got really lucky to get a 2 seat on Friday lunch, we called at 11am to reserve the seats. This is a very cozy restaurant with 8 seats. Fresh fish, it tastes good! The only con is that they don't give enough rice, so it doesn't feel full after. read more
4 years ago
This sushi restaurant has moved into a bigger space in the same plaza, and totally revamped their interior. Entrance is super colourful, bringing to life Japanese streets and style. We tried a few items to share, and were not impressed at all by the quality. 1. Otoro Uni Don This don was topped with otoro, uni and roe. We appreciated the amounts of uni and otoro to the bowl, however besides that the dish was just ok. 2. Torched Salmon Don This was probably the best item we ordered this night which is a bit disappointing. The salmon had a nice torch and was flavourful. 3. Haru Bakksu This was a selection of sashimi and sushi - 23 pcs sashimi and 10 pcs sushi. The presentation was nice, however we were a bit disappointed in quality. The chef selection was predictable to the types of fish, but we found the cuts not the freshest. Some pieces had a really strong aftertaste and a weird unappetizing texture. We are sushi lovers and love all kinds and types, however these were just not sitting right with us . They tasted fishy, the texture was off and was upsetting our stomachs. We didn't even finish half of our items, and quickly left. Overall, we aren't sure if it was just this day, but it really left a bad taste in our mouths and we won't be coming back . The quality and service has declined since their move, and their prices have went up. read more
2 years ago
Overpriced, the sashimi platter was okay but the quality seems mid, and it was a solid dinner although the sukiyaki was definitely not worth it. Ended up paying over $100 for two. Worth a visit but would not visit again. The interior is super cool though! And the service is good. If price is not an issue, this is a good place, but might as well have omakase at that point. read more
Sushi will always be my first love I can't believe I JUST got around to giving @ookinza_fish_house a try. I remember being wowed by their spreads full of sashimi and beautiful flowers and vowed to try (eventually) We had the "Premium Sushi Table" which included "sushi, sashimi, seafood, uni and o-toro" for $134 per guest (we had 3 people total). Choosing the sushi table meant that each guest (minimum 2) had to order the same option. The platter was visually stunning with tons of florals, a lobster and lobster sashimi, two small trays of vancouver uni, sets of nigiri for each guest and other assorted sashimi. However, I found that the types of fish ended up being repetitive with the same types of fish being rearranged all over the board with few exceptions. The quantity of seafood was somewhat substantial with little to no "filler" such as rice. But the quality was not all there due to freshness and with at least 60% of the table consisting of lower grade fish (think AYCE cuts) Another thing to note is that its a very small restaurant, with 1 sushi counter/bar that sits up to 6 people and 2 hightop barstools behind (total of 8 seats). Since the seats were so close to the door, each time someone would open the door, the cold air would quickly spread through the entire restaurant. I hope they consider investing in some space heaters for the comfort of their guests. Towards the end of the meal, I asked for the shrimp heads to be fried but was told that they had no fryer. It seems like everything was pre-cooked or raw. Additionally, I wanted to use the washroom but was told they didn't have one in-store and I had to go to McDonald's next door instead. Overall the presentation was nice but the experience and quality itself didn't feel worth the $450+ price tag read more
2 years ago
Amazing interior setting The food was delicious and servers were really friendly When entering the resturant , it is as almost you're already in Japan! read more
The perfect spot for premium sashimi and great vibes. The interior decor is amazing, feels like you're transported to a crowded market street in Japan, with tables and bar seating at different themed stalls. There is a wide variety of sushi, sashimi, and nigiri dishes available, mainly at premium-tier price points. We got the premium fresh table for 2, which featured a wide variety of sashimi and nigiri, including premium cuts of tuna and lobster sashimi! Everything was super tasty, high-quality, and fresh. Service was friendly and attentive. All in all, an amazing experience if you want to treat yourself to top-tier sushi! read more
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Toronto, ON M1W 3Y1
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