I ordered takeout for lunch on a weekday here, so my experience may be a bit different from those who ordered during dinner hours. I called when they opened at 11am to place an order for a Kaisendon and told them I'd be by at 12 to pick it up. The food was ready when I got there. When I got home, I was happy with how good the food looked. The fish seemed like to be quality as well. Also, for $10.99, I'd say that the Kaisendon was a great deal. 12 pieces of sashimi on a bed of rice, but they included shrimp sashimi as well! Very nice. I'm excited to try their rolls next time. read more

Ai Sushi - Kaisendon. $10.99, really good and fresh. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Markham, Ontario

When you first get to this joint, it's not in the snazziest plaza so you don't expect a whole lot. But this place exceeds first impression. First and foremost, it's not the best sit down place but you could comfortably up to a group of 6. There are high tables and bar chairs. The food is better than most sushi-to-go places. I got the salmon roe, uni, and shrimp ride bowl and it was a great deal $12.99! Portions are not tiny for that price but don't expect to walk away stuffed. read more

Ai Sushi - Salmon roe, uni, shrimp rice bowl - Sushi Bars Near Me - Markham, Ontario

Great place if you want average quality sushi/sashimi. The main draw to this takeout place is definitely the price. $62 for 100 pcs and not to mention the cash discount is hard to argue and will definitely satisfy your sushi fix. If you want better quality there are other sushi takeout places in Markham but you will have to pay for it. The establishment is small so you will have to lineup for at least 15-20m even if you pre-order over the phone. They do not have a queue management system and as a result you may run into disrespectful customers who do not respect social distancing to cut in line. read more

My best friend showed me this place one day because she said the sushi is cheap and good. Just like that I was sold! Ever since I've been back twice with my boyfriend to order platters for lunch or dinner. We both enjoy it and it's close to home. While it's not the best sushi we ever had it is pretty good for what you pay for. read more

Ai Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Markham, Ontario

This place is now my new favourite sushi joint following the closure of ilpunji sushi house at Kennedy. The price is reasonable and the portion size is generous. I would recommend you all go try this place to ensure it stays in business and keep the price low. :) Hope this helps! read more

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If you're looking for a quick sushi fix without breaking the bank, this is the place to go. I've been to both the Richmond Hill and Markham locations and their quality plus affordability have made them my go to from now on. So far, I've tried the Hokkaidon, the 60-piece Sashimi-Sushi-Roll Platter, and some of their individual sushi selections and every piece has tasted fresh and well worth what they cost, especially the platter (cash only). I'd give the food 4-stars on its own, but 5-stars overall thanks to quick service and excellent value. read more

I first had sushi from here at a potluck and was highly recommended for the value for buck. Bf and I came in on a Friday night to dine in to check it out. We quickly realized it's definitely suited and set up as a take out place. We ordered the green dragon roll and a mixed platter for 40 pieces which were priced very fairly. Without much expectations on service, the server came with all our food and thoughtfully came with water and all the utensils and soy sauce and such all on a tray. The food was pretty fresh and decent. No complaints at all for the price and food that we got. Would recommend for take out for sure! read more

Ai Sushi - Mixed platter dined in - Sushi Bars Near Me - Markham, Ontario

Good sushi at a reasonable price. The rolls are made well - little rice, lots of filling. Sashimi tastes fresh but isn't on the same level as Mi-ne or Osaka. They're not the best option in Markham quality-wise, but at such a reasonable price point, Ai Sushi is my go-to. A 16-piece Maki set is $12. They are slammed with takeout orders on some weekends so call well in advance - they've given me an approx. wait time of 3 hours + on a Saturday evening. read more

Ai Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Markham, Ontario

Ai Sushi is really a great place to get higher end quality donburi for take-out. I have tried both the Deluxe Kaisendon and Deluxe Chirashidon. Both the variety and the portion of sashimi are quite generous for the donburi. The deluxe donburi may be a bit pricier but does worth the extra considered it included some premium grade sashimi. I have ordered few times and both the presentation and taste are consistently great. Also, their house rolls are half size roll (4 pieces in each order). It is a great way to enjoy multiple rolls at the same for smaller order. I do recommend both their Honey Mustard Roll and Ai Roll. I usually order on weekdays and call ahead at least 20 to 30 minutes before pickup to avoid wait time. read more

Ai Sushi - Deluxe Chirashidon - Sushi Bars Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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Overall - 3.0/5.0 Newly opened Japanese quick serve restaurant owned by Chinese folks. Seating is limited as it is more of a takeout joint. You essentially order at the counter and they will bring you a tray with your food. The Good: - Extensive menu with very reasonable prices. - Chirashidon has a decent selection of sashimi. - Dragon roll was well prepared with clean knife work. The Bad: - According to their definition of a quick serve concept, it meant that there would not be any hot tea or water served. Water and soft drinks are available at additional cost. I would recommend them to at least have a self serve hot tea / water station for a better customer experience. - Sushi rice lacked vinegar flavour across the board and also came out a bit dry for the Chirashidon. - Skip the uni if you're used to eating the good stuff as the ones here are quite fishy and pungent. Feel free to give this place a try if you are in the area and looking to grab a quick bite or takeout to satisfy your cravings without breaking the bank. read more

Ai Sushi - Deluxe Charashidon $16.99 - Sushi Bars Near Me - Markham, Ontario

Cozy takeout joint located in the same plaza as Papa Chang on 16 and Markham Rd. Ample parking for takeout, especially for dinner rush when other shops have closed. Dine-in is available, but there are few tables and you'll be surrounded by guests waiting for their takeout orders. I ordered their 100 pc Sushi-Sashimi-Roll platter for $60, which comes in two takeout platters. Plenty of food for 4-5 people. Sashimi tasted fresh and sushi was well constructed. I like that they give a variety of rolls with different fish in it. (Seriously cheesed when sushi restaurants cheat you with cucumber rolls and crab rolls.) Do order ahead as they get pretty overwhelmed during peak hours. For the price, Ai Sushi offers exceptional value. Also helps they're located super close to home for me! read more

For the price of the sushi, it would be four stars. Ai Sushi has the option of take out or sit in. Sitting in, they would give you some hot tea or water. AI sushi is always busy with a lot of people ordering take out, it's recommended that you call in advance so you won't have to wait there for a long time. Their wait time is fairly fast though, you can probably pick it up after fifteen minutes of ordering unless they have an unusually large order. I recommend ordering their large platters as you will get the best value for these items. 16 pieces of assorted sashimi is $15, but if you order 30 pieces, it's $28, they also have options for 50 or 80 pieces. The best value in my opinion, is the assorted sushi and sashimi rolls (100 pieces for $60). It's a great option if you can share this with friends and family members, and they give you a large assortment of the sushi. The quality of the sushi isn't AMAZING, but it's definitely better than AYCE sushi restaurants, and it's one of the cheaper options to go to in the area! read more

Food: 3.5/5 I decided to order take-out for a lazy quick dinner. I got two orders of the deluxe Kaisendon. I had no problems with ordering over the phone and my food was ready as promised (on a weekday, they didn't seem busy). The deluxe Kaisendon came with a good variety of fish. Some highlighted items are the raw scallop, botan ebi, uni, and squid. The level of freshness is above average for Markham quality. You can taste the seawater from the ebi and the uni was creamy; but overall, the sashimi was lacking that sweetness. I will likely return to try other things on the menu. read more

Ai Sushi - Deluxe Kaisendon - Sushi Bars Near Me - Markham, Ontario

Hip decor, reasonable prices and most importantly FRESH ingredients! What more can one ask for? This place has more of a casual fare. You order at the cashier next to the sushi chefs; sit at a table on a stool, and they'll bring you your order along with wooden chopsticks, paper plates and paper cups of water. The place seems pretty small and has about 4 communal tables. However, We (group of 6) went at around 2pm on a Saturday and had no trouble finding seats at all. Though casual, presentation of the food was pretty! If you don't live around the area, this place wouldn't catch your eyes and thus harder to find (in the papa chang's plaza). I would definitely come back! Next time for their rice bowls! (All under $15!!). Would be a nice choice for a casual date night! read more

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The sushi here is definitely cheap but not amazing which is why I am giving three stars. If you want mediocre sushi for an affordable price, definitely give this place a try. It is more for take out than sit down but there are a few tables. read more

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Ai Sushi is a friendly, small joint in north eastern Markham. They specialize in staple sushi such as nigiri, rolls and sashimi. They carry fresh uni as their most high end item on the menu. Primarily a take out place, Ai Sushi is cheap, yet delicious and well made. I often call ahead for pick up. My go to order is number 705 on the menu, 40 pieces of sushi consisting of nigiri, rolls and sashimi for $30! With that price, it can't be beat! The quality of fish here is good, fresh that despite being Chinese owned, the chefs are great at what they do in their preparation of the sushi. I have yet to be disappointed by Ai Sushi. They also have a smaller selection of speciality rolls as well on the menu. Just be aware that for the beef carpaccio, it may take some time for it to defrost as it's not a popular item that they serve. What I really like about them that most take out places don't do, is they serve soy sauce in a separate small container, as well as a separate one for the wasabi and the ginger as well. Most other places will give you packets for soy sauce which can be messy from my own experience. You can also ask them to not use spicy mayo on your rolls if you order any of the platters that has rolls in them. Ai Sushi is definitely part of my rotation for when I want fast and good sushi at a valued price that can't be beat in Markham! read more

Decent japanese store. Price is reasonable. However, for japanese food joint. What you pay is what you get. Not saying the food is bad. Fish is fresh but can't say it's really really good. The rows has pretty much the same filling but wrapped differently. Lack of rice on rolls and when I pick up by chopsticks, everything falls apart. I can say this is the best japanese store in the area. At least within the 5km radius. read more

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This place has decent sushi for a reasonable price imo. I ordered their Hokkaidon and it had 2 pieces of shrimp sashimi, ikura and 2 pieces of sea urchins. Taste wise, it was decent. One of the uni tasted super bitter and the one tasted fine so it was not entirely fresh which was disappointing. However, what I could not tolerate was during my entire meal, the chefs at the sushi bar were HOLLERING and conversing LOUDLY.... so basically yelling in my face given the fact that the store is not big at all. Also as I was leaving, there is an employee crouching next to the entrance smoking ...lol. read more

We order take out a few times, A 60 piece sashimi-sushi-roll $40. Another time we order the 80 piece $50. For the amount of food you getting I think this place is the best bang for your buck. The quality good can't complain for the price your paying. They have seats, if you want to dine in it's a order and sit kinda place. On weekends we call a few hours in advance to order, yeah they are that busy. read more

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This is definitely more of a takeout place than a sit in place for sushi. Everything you order comes in take out containers. If you want to sit in, they will serve you hot water, wasabi, soya sauce, and give you paper plates for your food. They will also serve the food to your table. Place is very small and when arrive, you pretty much have to order first then seat yourself. Limited tables, I believe there was only 5 tables all together. The chairs are stools style so no where to put your belongings especially during the winter days with your chunky jackets. This place is also cash/debit only. They stated on their menu that it's only cash for party tray/platter orders. We ordered the 60 pieces combination of sushi and sashimi platter ($40) and Ai Sushi roll ($5.99) for 4 chunky pieces. Comparing the price and it's quality, I thought it was pretty decent. Overall, I feel very neutral about this place. It is not bad but it isn't amazing to me either. Plaza is also very small so limited parking spots. I highly recommend to go early so you can find a spot and a seat in the restaurant. read more

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I literally just finished placing my order and I am so appalled at their service that I am writing this review immediately. We are frequent customers at this place for takeout of party trays, we order at least once a week since they opened. I am absolutely disappointed with their customer services. Their service has gotten quite arrogant and snobby (at least over the phone). I don't know if this has to do with their increase popularity that they don't care any more cause they know they have the constant sales. However, this is not how you should treat your loyal customers as this is what helps you to maintain a business. Long story short: 1. Cut me off before I could finish my order 2. Lady that picks up the phone doesn't understand English and made the situation very frustrating 3. Called back to finish up placing my order and all of the sudden they decided to charge me extra $ for the previous changes after I made a complaint about the lady. Honestly I don't mind the extra charge but a) ordered many times and there wasn't a $1 charge/ change "protocol" and b) not a smart move to charge your customer extra when the customer is already angry at the fact you cut her off the phone. This one star is for their service solely. For their sushi's I probably give it a 2.5 star, not spectacular but it does the sushi fix. However their quality and freshness has been decreasing since last year. read more

Great price and fresh sushi! I was actually shocked with the quality. They're super busy so I'd advise calling in for pick up!

Not the greatest quality, not the worst, but definitely reasonable for the price. Had the 60 pcs assorted sashimi/sushi/maki roll combo for $38, which was mostly maki rolls and sushi, salmon carpaccio ($6) and beef tataki ($6). The rolls aren't overly stuffed with rice, which is nice. I'd say the quality is a bit above typical AYCE, and I'd be willing to drop on a random day for a quick and cheap sushi meal. Next time, I'll have to try the Hokkaidon with salmon roe, uni, and sweet shrimp ($12.99) or Deluxe Chirashidon ($13)! Tip: There are about 4-5 tables with bar seats that can seat about four people per table. Be prepared to either wait for a seat, cafeteria-style, or take your sushi home. Ai closes at 10pm, with last call at 9:30pm. read more

Ai Sushi - Assorted sashimi-sushi-roll combo, $38 - Sushi Bars Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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I have ordered from this place 5 to 8 times now. The food is good. But waiting for the food is horrendous. I would order hours in advance. Then when I go pick it up at the time I'm supposed to. I have to wait another half hour to one hour to get the food. By this time, I'm too pissed to eat. I dont think I will be ordering from this place ever again. It's not worth waiting that long. Other people were also waiting in line and they were pissed as well. read more

Their fish is pretty fresh and the price is very reasonable. Great quality for take out and it looks good on pictures, so definitely recommend to buy from here for special occasions or parties. They do have some tables to sit down but it is a small place. It is more for a take out style than Dinin read more

Ai Sushi - 60 pcs Sashimi and Sushi Platter - Sushi Bars Near Me - Markham, Ontario

Horrible experience coming here yesterday. I received a 10% discount coupon, ordered 2 large platters, worth over $100. I timed my day accordingly so i am back home in time before my guests arrives. I had to go pick up other hot food trays from other restaurants first. Went to Ai to pick up my order last before heading home. I presented the 10% discount coupon i had, the cashier tells me it is only 10% discount if paid by cash. I emphasized that nowhere on the 10% discount card does it say 'cash only'. The cashier then tells me i can pay by credit card and not have 10% discount applied, or go to the bank and get the discount. I didn't want to have hot foods in my car get cold so i paid by credit card and not get the discount. The 10% discount coupon is very misleading. Can't believe they let me leave with a horrible experience like that. I won't be returning. read more

Although they are far from me, I am happy to make the trek up for their sushi because they are fresh, delicious and very well priced. I've been here probably a dozen times or so and they have never failed me. Their sushi is always consistent but the only down side is you always have to call way ahead or else it'll be eons before you get your order. Yes, they can get that busy. Their sit down can be tricky because it's like food court style. If you plan on dining in, getting a table can take a while especially if you're coming with a bigger group so plan accordingly! read more

You cannot go wrong with ordering anything here. The prices are very reasonable for what you are getting. Of course it's not sushi quality like what you would find at the higher end sushi restaurants in Toronto but this place is perfect if you just want to quickly satisfy your sushi/sashimi cravings. We usually get take out, but you can order and dine in also (they provide paper plates for you from what I can remember). My hubs and I usually get the 40 pieces for $30. It comes with a variety of rolls, sushi and sashimi and we are able to finish everything. Just remember to order 45 minutes to 1 hour in advance as they are super busy in the evenings. read more

Ai Sushi - 40 piece sushi/sashimi tray ($30) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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no frills take out place when you're in the mood for sushi and sashimi. They're pretty much always busy after 6pm on weekdays because it is loved by many people living in the area. I usually come here to dine in for a quick dinner. You would place your order and pay at the counter. After you seat yourself, the server will bring you your food and disposable utensils. I've have always been able to get my food within 15 minutes even when there is a long line of people waiting for their take out. Food quality is very impressive for the price point. Sashimi are fresh, and the rolls are flavourful. I usually get the 60 pcs assorted sushi-sashimi-rolls platter for $40 to share with my boyfriend. We would both be stuffed. I would highly recommend Ai Sushi. read more

Ai Sushi - 40pcs assorted for 30 bucks! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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First off, I'm writing this review with the categorization of "cheap but good sushi". This is by no means on par with some of the top notch Japanese restaurants that I've been to. I go in with the clear expectations that I'm not walking into a Nobu but that I'm in the mood for fresh but cheap sushi. Ai is the perfect place to go for all you GTA folks looking for not so pricey sushi that is good in taste, simple, and no-nonsense. Their platters are definitely the best bang for your buck (sushi/sashimi/roll mix or rolls). Because they are so cheap, be prepared to wait a while on busy weekend nights . I would hihgly recommend this place fo friends and family casual sushi nights! :) read more

I've gotten Ai Sushi at least once a week using doordash and I am a happy customer. Since it is International Sushi Day, I obviously had to get sushi for dinner. Honestly, I think Ai Sushi has the best quality for sushi in the area. Way better than Daisuki sushi (just across the street from Ai Sushi) and Markham sushi (past bur oak). I always get the assorted 40 pc sashimi-sushi-roll platter. I would post a picture but I got too excited and started eating it haha. I usually request they change it to all salmon sashimi and nigiri. There is an extra charge for changing it to all salmon but it's super worth it. I've never had an issue and I am super happy with the quality I receive. Definitely going to get it again next week! read more

First time trying this place out. Neat little place if you like a quick sushi fix. Geared more for takeout but have bar style table seating if you prefer to eat in. No table service but they do bring you water with your order. Maki rolls were quite tastey and quality is pretty good for the price. Our order came very quick as they had 4 guys making they orders. We had Honey Mustard Roll, Alaska Roll, Black Dragon and Spicy Scallop Roll. Will definitely go back to try their other sushi. Note they only take cash or debit. They get busy at peak hour, so when ordering takeout, order at least an hour ahead. Last few times I ordered ahead 15mins, still had to wait there another 20-30mins. read more

Recommended by a friend becuz of the deals they offered. I would have to say the prices are at least 20-25% under the market price for what it is. We ordered the infamous $30 for 40 pieces of sushi and sashimi, which was decent for what it is, tbh...the sashimi and sushi were both average in taste, freshness was not bad, prices is what drives the business I believe. It's better quality than T&T for a similar price point...so why not... Lol... Variety ain't bad, I ordered the 100pieces to bring over to a friends place and it looked not bad as well...the colour of the salmon was pink, I had a feeling the rice isn't 100% sushi rice, cuz it's more sticky than other places.. they have 2 locations... One in Richmond Hill and other in Markham... Word of mouth for this place goes very quickly...and of course social media... Did I also mention they were giving out 10% off VIP cards when the RH location opened? Saw it on fb... A place I would return as long as the taste and freshness stays the same... read more

Called and Ordered a chirashi bowl at 630 for 8pm pickup knowingly that it was a Friday night and they were really busy so I didn't mind picking it up later. She said it was fine and the order will be ready. Arrive at 815 and it wasn't ready yet so I waited in my car. 830 I went back inside she still said it wasn't ready. 845 it still wasn't ready I was mad. She told me that she gave my order to someone else! So someone else out there has the wrong order too! She gave me a different chirashi bowl (one I didn't order) and had the nerve to say .. here ... this one is more expensive than the one you order! That's not the issue! The principle of the matter is that it was extremely late and rude! We even confirmed for 8pm and you gave my order to somone else without confirming it it was the correct person! And the whole time she kept calling me someone else's name. read more

I was recommended by my friend to check this place out because he mentioned their deluxe chirashi was bomb. This place is set up as a take out restaurant where you order at the front of the cash first. There are a few tall tables and stools to sit on. Deluxe Kaisendon - $16.99 - I must say this was worth the 16.99. They included salmon, white tuna, amberjack, octopus, sea urchin, scallops, salmon roe, squid, and the BOTAN EBI (insert emoji with heart eyes). Unfortunately, the rice was not well seasoned and was a bit too rough. The sea urchin and fish were not too fresh either. Overall, I would say this was worth the money for the types of seafood they put on but it was not the best quality charashi out there. Although, you'd probably won't be able to find a chirashi in Toronto with all the seafood listed above for less than or equivalent to $17. Staff: Overall friendly. Did not really interact with them because of the take out styled restaurant. Price: $$ Environment: Clean. High top tables and stools. Take out restaurant. Not for large parties. I'd still go back for the botan ebi! read more

Ai Sushi - Deluxe Kaisendon $16.99 - Sushi Bars Near Me - Markham, Ontario

This is our 4th time here. We went with fiends and introduce them to all the menu. Food was awesome, service also excellent and the waiting time was not to bad. Parking is easy. Pricing very good. Overall very recommended. read more

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calling out this is a 3.5 rounded down to a 3.0. since this place opened the hype has been much about the value you get when you order take out whether it's a platter or a combo of things. apparently it's great value. So looked at their menu online and saw a a tree that essentially was all maki. now unlike a few other places I've been to this place had quite a limited selection with no substitutions. also average platter is $30 or more. second thing I noticed was that this place was cash only. I said fine cash only means no tax. sadly was wrong as they charged me tax anyways and demanded cash. kinda silly but I get it debit and credit fees are high probably. The actual sushi in their all maki platter for $32 was actually quite nice. well put together and great taste. really happy with how they tasted but a lot of basic rolls with little fish. for a local joint though without having to travel westward for a while or into downtown this is fine for guests or having as an option. read more

Ai Sushi - take out platter with sushi and maki - Sushi Bars Near Me - Markham, Ontario

Their sushi is a hit and miss. The reasons for the two stars, the lady who always picks up the phone is always so rude with an attitude. I've been ordering from them for awhile now and I try to let it go but i can't take it anymore. Someone needs to have a talk with her about her attitude and about costumer service. Second, they are so cheap with ginger! Why am I getting one tiny ginger container when I order a large tray and some side dishes? Whenever I ask for extra ginger, she gives me attitude. Not coming back! read more

I'm a fan.. simply because this is good value. I am quite picky when it comes to sushi, but for this price I can't complain. ~$30 for 40 pieces platter of rolls, sushi and sashimi. Decent quality & variety. I prefer the platter over the chirashi. The décor is pretty nice for a quick service/takeout place. Manager was nice and offered us water as we were dining in. My only pet peeve is when they clean while patrons are still dining - the strong smell of bleach is very irritating. Cash/Debit only. read more

They are usually pretty fast in getting the food ready and serving the food. For that price , it's pretty good! 60 bucks for 100 pieces.