Looking for the best sushi in Toronto?
Toronto is truly a sushi mecca, with endless options on offer. From flame-seared sushi to aburi ebi oshi or even fresh maki rolls and spicy tuna maki, we do not doubt that you’ll find something to your liking in one of the (many) restaurants dotted across the city. But with so many great options on offer, how do you decide where to get your fix of sushi?
Well, don’t worry because we’re spilling all the intel on the top places Torontonians flock to over and over again. Toronto’s sushi scene has something for every price range, so whether you’re looking for a more upscale dining experience or just want to find a great spot for lunch, we’ve got you covered in this guide to the best sushi in Toronto!
Sushi Masaki Saito
As the only sushi restaurant in Canada with two Michelin stars, Sushi Masaki Saito sure packs a punch!
Just a quick heads-up though: the price range is on the higher side. Actually, it’s extremely high at a whopping $680/person, but if you’re looking for an upscale sushi experience to celebrate a special occasion and have no worries about breaking the bank, this definitely is the right spot.
Led by chef Masaki Saito, the restaurant offers a seasonal omakase menu with fresh fish imported directly from Japan. Inside, you can expect an authentic décor, complete with traditional Japanese panelling.
Despite its high price range, the restaurant fills up months in advance, so you need to reserve your spot way ahead of time.
- Address: 88 Avenue Rd, Toronto
- Phone number: +1 416-924-0888
- Opening Hours: 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. (closed on the weekend)
Aburi Hana
Led by Michelin-starred chef Ryusuke Nakagawa, Aburi Hana is another great spot for enjoying an upscale sushi experience.
Guests can enjoy a meticulously curated Kyō-Kaiseki menu incorporating Japanese and local ingredients from a menu that changes seasonally. The traditional Kyōto-style Kaiseki concept showcases meticulously curated and seasonally dynamic offerings while incorporating signature Aburi (flame-seared) techniques.
The restaurant has a business-casual dress code and the Kyō-Kaiseki experience is $430 per guest.
- Address: 102 Yorkville Ave, Unit 4 Lower Level, Toronto
- Phone number: +1 647-343-8887
- Opening Hours: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. (closed Monday to Sunday)
Shoushin
We sure hope you’re packing your appetite you certainly won’t be leaving Shoushin hungry!
Run by chef Jackie Lin, this restaurant specializes in Edomae-style sushi prepped right there on a 200-year-old Hinoki wood counter. If you don’t mind splurging a little, we’ve heard great things about the Obsession Perfection Omakase, which just so happens to be the chef’s specialty. While it’s priced at $520 a head, the experience is worth the price if you’ve got a padded bank account.
The restaurant can only seat 14 at a time and it’s always in huge demand, so be sure to reserve your table well in advance.
- Address: 3328 Yonge St, Toronto
- Phone number: +1 416-488-9400
- Opening Hours: 5.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. (closed from Sunday to Tuesday)
Planta Queen
Vegan sushi lovers, rejoice!
Planta Queen is one of those rare places that serves up some insanely delicious plant-based sushi. Don’t worry, we can confirm there’s no rubbery tofu masquerading as nigiri over there!
Quite the opposite, the sushi chef came up with an extensive menu featuring unique concoctions like Unagi Eggplant with miso truffle and Ahi Watermelon Nigiri served with ginger, citrus, and soy sauce.
This restaurant has two branches in Toronto, one in the Entertainment District and one in Yorkville. We visited the former and even though we’re not vegans, we were blown away by the gloriously fresh ingredients and modern interior.
If you feel like something sweet after sushi, the vegan Matcha Cheesecake has our vote!
- Address: 180 Queen St W, Toronto
- Phone number: +1 647-812-1210
- Opening Hours: 11.30 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Sunday to Wednesday), 11.30 a.m. to 10 p.m. (Thursday to Saturday)
Yukashi Japanese Cuisine
We’d be remiss if we didn’t mention Yukashi Japanese Cuisine, known for its imaginative Kaiseki-style menu. This restaurant is led by chef Daisuke Izutsu who formerly worked for the First Lady of Japan – so you’ll definitely be in for a treat!
By the way, if you’re wondering what Kaiseki is, it’s a bit more fixed and formal than omakase, which tends to be far more casual. The menu includes delicacies like hay-smoked Hamachi, Otsukuri, and Toro.
Offering some of the best sushi in Toronto, Yukashi only has 20 seats, so make your reservations in advance.
The restaurant only offers a seasonal tasting menu with a nine-course menu crafted from the freshest seafood. Sake pairings are also available. 9-course experiences are $295.
- Address: 643a Mt Pleasant Rd, Toronto
- Phone number: +1 416-489-6993
- Opening Hours: 5.30 p.m. to 10 p.m. (closed on the weekend)
Yasu
Fresh sashimi and omakase options abound at Yasu, Canada’s first omakase sushi bar!
Commanding a great location downtown, this spot is run by Japanese chef Yasuhisa Ouchi. Yasu is especially known for its set Omakase dinner menu, which includes soup, a sashimi plate, and a selection of seasonal nigiri as well as dessert.
Like many of the places on this list of the best sushi in Toronto, this place only seats 12 at a time. If you’re not able to snag yourself a seat, rest assured that they do takeout. You can snag a takeout sushi omakase box for $120. They also offer eight-piece bento boxes of fresh sashimi (seasonal), fish broth miso soup, and black sesame ice cream as takeout.
- Address: 81 Harbord St, Toronto
- Phone number: +1 416-477-2361
- Opening Hours: 11.30 a.m. to 11.30 p.m. (Weekend), 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. (Monday to Thursday), 5 p.m. to 11.30 p.m. (Friday)
Akira Back
Here’s one that takes the cake as far as the best sushi in Toronto goes!
While it’s got quite an elegant and modern interior, Akira Back’s relaxed atmosphere makes it the ideal spot for a casual meal with friends. What makes this place special is that its namesake chef specializes in both Korean and Japanese cuisine. Talk about enjoying the best of both worlds, right?
With locations all over the world, Akira Back is especially reputed for its specialty rolls. These often sport quirky names like Brother from Another Mother or Hot Mess.
If you’re feeling adventurous, the Nazo 9 Mystery Box consists of nine secret items specially chosen by the chef. We’ve also heard great things about their sea urchin sushi and Futo Maki roll.
- Address: 80 Blue Jays Way, Toronto
- Phone number: +1 437-800-5967
- Opening Hours: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Sunday to Wednesday), 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. (all other days)
Jumi Gozen Bar
If you happen to be in North York, be sure to stop by Jumi Gozen Bar, Toronto’s very first gozen bar. In Japan, Gozen is also known as the ‘Emperor’s Meal’ because this lavish, multi-course meal was customarily served to the Japanese nobility.
Everything is prepared right in front of you, so it’s quite a treat for the eyes as well.
Their lunch omakase offers a spread of seasonal nigiri, futomaki, hosomaki, hand roll, and ikura bowl. It’s possible to upgrade to premium nigiri pieces – and we strongly suggest that you do!
- Address: 56 Forest Manor Rd Unit 3, North York, ON M2J 1M1, Canada
- Phone number: +1 647-338-5864
- Opening Hours: Noon to 9 p.m. (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays)
JaBistro
Sushi and specialty cocktails? Uhm…yes, please!
Well, that’s what you can expect from JaBistro, found on Richmond Street. What we loved the most about this place (other than their insanely delicious cocktails) was that it incorporates classic and contemporary dishes.
This is a great place for a large group since it offers generously sized lobster and fresh sashimi platters. The restaurant’s specialty is aburi oshi sushi, but you’ll also find some cooked options as well as a la carte dishes.
If you ask us, there’s no better way to conclude your scrumptious sushi spread than with a generous serving of their famous Yogurt and Elderflower Sorbet!
- Address: 222 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1V6, Canada
- Phone number: +1 647-748-0222
- Opening Hours: 11.30 a.m. to 10.30 p.m. (Monday to Thursday), 11.30 a.m. to 11.30 p.m. (Friday and Saturday), 5 p.m. to 10.30 p.m. (Sunday)
MSSM Yorkville
Sushi smorgasbord beckons at MSSM Yorkville, a Japanese restaurant that specializes in edomae-style offerings.
Their omakase menu is curated by Chef Masaki Saito, the only person in the world to hold two Michelin stars in both New York and Toronto. In our experience, this is one of the most budget-friendly sushi restaurants in the city, with a 14-course meal priced at $98, which is incredible considering the star rating of the chef.
The menu changes seasonally, so you can expect the freshest ingredients – something we can confirm after sampling their Shima Suzuki, Tuna and Pickled Raddish Hand Roll, and Akami Nigiri.
Ps: According to sushi omakase etiquette, the restaurant recommends that you start enjoying your food within 10 seconds of it being served.
- Address: 154 Cumberland St 2nd floor, Toronto
- Phone number: +1 647-221-1863
- Opening Hours: 11.15 a.m. to 11.30 p.m. (Weekends and weekdays), 5 p.m. to 11.30 p.m. (Tuesdays), closed on Mondays
Minami
Next up on our list is Minami, one of my favourite sushi spots in Toronto!
A sister restaurant to Vancouver’s Miku, Minami has an extensive menu that completely won me over from my very first visit. They’ve got just about everything you can think of, from their signature sushi rolls to oshi sushi, or even vegetarian offerings like the Garden Salad Roll, which consists of an assortment of crunchy vegetables along with sweet potato, plum-infused rice and Japanese pickles.
We also love their decadent entrees like the Aburi A5 Wagyu Beef, served with maitake mushrooms, nasu eggplant, wasabi Saikyo miso sauce and Japanese peppercorn.
Drinks-wise, they’ve got quite an impressive selection of craft cocktails and sakes.
- Address: 225 King St W Suite 100, Toronto
- Phone number: +1 647-221-1863
- Opening Hours: Noon to 10 p.m. (Sunday to Thursday), Noon to 11 p.m. (Fridays and Saturdays)
Miku Toronto
An Aburi flagship restaurant, Miku Toronto certainly offers value for money since it regularly hosts special food events with budget-friendly, prix-fixe menus.
For instance, their 3-course Winterlicious Returns event was priced at $75 for dinner and $55 for lunch. This menu features premium sushi and an entrée followed by a staggeringly moreish matcha dessert that’ll have you going back for more!
Aside from its special menu, the restaurant also offers a tasting menu consisting of goodies like wagyu tartar with gold-flaked rice, an assortment of sushi and fresh sashimi as well as a selection of desserts.
- Address: 10 Bay St. #105, Toronto
- Phone number: +1 647-347-7347
- Opening Hours: 11.30 a.m. to 10 p.m. (Tuesday to Thursday), Noon to 10 p.m. (Saturday), Noon to 9 p.m. *Sunday and Monday)
Kibo Sushi House
Ask any Torontonian where to grab a quick sushi lunch and they’ll likely point you to one of the many Kibo Sushi Houses speckled across the city.
Indeed, this place is said to offer some of the best sushi in Toronto. Not only does it have several branches over the city, but Kibo is also known for being quite affordable. I visited the one on Charlotte Street and will never stop raving about the Scallop and Avocado Sushi Pizza and the Kibo Signature Premium Roll.
Other popular options include the Spicy Maki Trio which features tuna rolls, salmon and California rolls – all spicy of course!
- Address: 36 Charlotte St #102, Toronto
- Phone number: +1 647-748-8887
- Opening Hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Torch Pressed Sushi
In my opinion, the perfect place in Toronto for flamed-seared sushi is Torch Pressed Sushi, which is located in North York and downtown.
Eight different types of torched sushi are available, including marinated butterfly, BBQ unagi, spicy salmon, and zesty shrimp. In addition to their flame-seared goodies, they’re also known for their Bento boxes. One of the most popular options is the Tasting Box, which features an assortment of torched sushi, wagyu handroll and spicy salmon handroll.
The restaurant also offers different types of Rice Bowls such as the Surf and Turf, which consists of gold-grade wagyu, tobiko and torched lobster.
- Address: 507 Church St, Toronto
- Phone number: +1 416-929-0678
- Opening Hours: Noon to 8.45 p.m. (Sundays), 11.30 a.m. to 8.45 p.m. (all other days)
KAKA All You Can Eat
Did you know it’s possible to find AYCE sushi in Toronto without compromising on quality – or spending a fortune? Well, neither did I until I stumbled upon KAKA All You Can Eat in Downtown Toronto.
With a menu that’s heavily influenced by izakaya, this restaurant also features a stellar selection of skewers and desserts.
What we love the most about KAKA is that it offers the types of sushi that aren’t usually available on other AYCE menus. You can expect just about everything from ebi, saba, inari and tai nigiri, Green Dragon rolls – not to mention numerous types of Aburi nigiri.
Now, if you’re not very hungry, rest assured that they also provide an A la Carte menu.
- Address: 655 Bay St. #5, Toronto
- Phone number: +1 416-979-3288
- Opening Hours: 11 a.m. to 11.30 p.m. (Monday), 11.30 a.m. to 11 p.m. (all other days)
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