The aburi sushi was such a rip off. Some of the salmon and shrimp were paper thin and didn't even…read morecover the whole piece of rice. I didn't move any fish, I scraped the sauce to show that there was no fish underneath some of the sauce. I asked the server who asked the sushi chef who said that's just how they make it, and that they will take my feedback to improve for the future. About 5-10 min later, not sure if it's because they saw me take pics and write on my phone, but they came back offering me 15% off my bill. Nice gesture but not enough for me to recommend this place or ever return.

A cute sushi spot by Yonge and Carlton with rustic traditional Japanese decor. The staff here were…read morefriendly, and the service was efficient. In addition to physical menus they have tablets attached to the table where you can order from. The sushi was very good for the price. However, I would have preferred 13 different nigiri pieces in the dinner set rather than multiple pieces of the same type of fish. Additionally, the salad could have been fresher and crispier. Overall a great sushi spot for solo diners, and casual outings.

I came here for the giant salmon nigiri because I've been wanting to try it so bad! Unfortunately I…read morewas really disappointed. The only "giant" thing about the order is the mountain of rice that a very thin, translucent piece of salmon covers. Inside the middle of the rice is also a sweet potato mash which I thought was unnecessary and not really good. The only reason I am giving two stars is because the waitress was really nice and even allowed our miso soup to be on the house because it was our anniversary and our Bruno Mars concert for the evening was cancelled due to weather.

Came just to try their $5 giant nigiri! They were MASSIVE and actually really delicious. I quite…read moreliked the aburi one, the fish was tender and torched perfectly. While both the plain salmon nigiri & aburi one were topped with unagi sauce. the aburi one has truffle mayo inside which really elevated the taste! I also liked how the nigiri is stuffed with spicy salmon, so it's not just plain rice. Their actual sushi was just okay to me, probably wouldn't come back for that but I'll definitely be back to order 4 aburi pieces for myself!

This place has potential. I have had a couple of deliveries from them and being in close proximity…read moreI have gotten to enjoy my sushi within the grace period (imo sushi doesn't lend itself to sitting around and should be consumed quickly after assembly) They are priced on the higher side and can get pretty pricey if one wants to indulge (uni galore) The food is packaged well. The nigiri was decent on both deliveries with the rolls being a tad above average. I was tempted to order a bowl but wanted a more filling option. With my go to spot for sushi delivery not showing any signs of revival. This might fill the void for now. 3.5 stars

This is an amazing place for hardcore sushi lovers. The uni bowls are amazing, even the standard…read moreone. Always fresh catch of the day stuff. Not sure why this isn't 4.8-5 stars. I could see people who just want a dragon roll not liking it, but those people should just go to one of the hundreds of regular sushi restaurants instead of this absolute gem.

This was one of those dining experiences where every detail felt intentional…read more The presentation was beautiful without feeling overdone, and each piece was balanced and fresh. You can really tell there's a lot of care behind every course. What stood out to me most was how calm and focused the whole experience felt--it made it easy to slow down and actually enjoy each bite. Definitely a place I'd come back to when I want something a little more special.

It's been a while since I've had omakase. Yasu was easy to reserve and was under $200pp. The menu…read moreincludes 16 courses which includes 1 appetizer (containing 4 dishes), 12 nigiri, tamago, soup, and dessert. There were three add-ons (toro with caviar $25, uni with caviar $35, and caviar sushi). I opted in for the toro and uni add-ons. It was strange they give you the add-ons before any other nigiri. Everything was very good and fresh. Standouts for me was the appetizer, all three cuts of bluefin tuna, the lobster (by far my favorite), and the hotaru ika. I would've appreciated knowing that the omakase included or not included toro and uni before I decided on the add-ons but I don't regret it. It was a splurge night after all. Service was very attentive. Note that the dining space is very small. 12 seats around the counter and two tables. There was a very loud gentleman two seats from me who never learned to use his inside voice and totally ruined vibe. But that's not on the staff. Another note is that gratuity is automatic on the bill.

Super glad that this place is open late! Service was nice and attentive. I went around 11pm on a…read moreSunday and it was just me with another couple by the window. Really enjoyed the butter corn and miso glazed eggplant, those two were my favorite. (The eggplant was quite oily though. Eggplant likes oil and handles it well, but there was a bit too much.) I also got the sting ray, just to try. I've never had it before! It tasted and smelled like dried squid, but less chewy. One of their specials that day was their wagyu steak and I was a bit bummed by it. It was very fatty. Yet, it wasn't very fragrant. If I were out again with friends after a few drinks, it would be a lovely place to have some food. It's dark and calm and decorated well.

Really disappointed experience. Food came out slow and at different times. Cucumber salad was about…read more7 slices of cucumber. The curry udon had parts that were still ice cold (potatoes) and appeared to be microwaved. Found the string that kept the char siu together in the food. The only dish that was tasty was the karaage don. We also got the wrong dish, but let it pass because it was not a big deal. I couldn't help but feel the need to share this experience.

Came here for lunch a while back, and this place delivered…read more The lunch omakase price was incredible reasonable, and is cheaper than the similar (if not the same) omakase you get for dinner. As a Japanese person born in Japan, I thoroughly enjoyed this place and would love to visit again as the taste and experience was just what I would have expected. I love the interior of the place as it takes you away from the bustling streets of downtown Toronto, to a calmer, mindful environment. The service was also great, and no complaints there as well.

Visited Sushi Yūgen for lunch on a Thursday, and it was exceptional. For $80, the sushi omakase…read morelunch menu is a fantastic value--and I was thrilled to knock another spot off Canada's Top 100 Restaurants list! The ingredients were extraordinarily fresh, with the rice specially grown in and imported from Japan. The counter seating offers a front-row view as the skilled sushi chef precisely prepares every single piece right in front of you. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance--professional and sleek yet completely welcoming and unpretentious. Service was top-notch and refined throughout the entire meal. An absolute must-visit for sushi enthusiasts in Toronto--be sure to book your spot well in advance!

Great sushi, came in and got their ankimo as well. A bit of a small seating area where you can…read morechill and eat whatever you bought.

Better go to their restaurant. You get the same food in a better dining environment. This is a…read morestore that feels rundown, with a back kitchen that used to be a restaurant.

I was craving sushi one day while working from home and didn't feel like going out, so I ended up…read moreordering Uber Eats from J San. I've seen this place on Instagram so many times and heard good things, so I wanted to try it myself. I ordered one of their sushi boxes just to start, and it was actually really good. Everything tasted fresh and the quality was there. Now I kinda want to go check out the actual location when I have time. Would definitely order again.

I wanted to go to this place for a while. When I went there was a massive lineup, and everything…read morelooked very fresh. I ordered the 42 piece which has California roll, crispy spicy salmon roll, crispy spicy avocado roll, red dragon roll, green dragon roll, ultimate dragon roll. The service was really good, I waited under 20 minutes even with a massive lineup, the crispy spicy salmon roll was dynamite. The ambiance was a small place it was a takeout sushi place, and I was so full but completely satisfied. My favourite was the crispy spicy salmon roll, the sushi melts in your mouth. I was impressed at the quality of sushi and the amount of people leaving and coming, the rolls were excellent and I will definitely come back here.

Solid sushi at Avery reasonable price. Combinations are all over the place, so, there's bound to be…read moreone to satisfy anyone's personal preferences. Fresh and fast. Only negative, the chair is flat and starts causing pain to your butt. If ya got no butt, like me. Couldn't wait to get up and stretch after nearly an hour of butt torture.

Setup counter style, which adds to the theatre of watching the chef craft your meal…read more Stopped by and got the sushi, roll and handroll combo. The sushi and rolls were a bit heavy with rice but pretty good quality and reasonably priced. The pacing of the meal was great, the service was welcoming. Overall, a step above the standard downtown sushi offerings.

Came here on a thursday peak dinner time with no reservations and had to sit at the bar. so make…read moresure you make reservations if you care about that! The service was decent. The food was good but not amazing. The best dish I got was the tuna tataki. The skewers are too pricey for what it is. The spicy udon and takoyaki was good. The ambiance is cute. It's like you're tucked into a real japan restaurant! The menu was quite big, and I would come back to try more dishes. It's just a little too pricey for my liking.

Tried this Izakaya for the first time, food tasted pretty good, was a bit pricey. Vibe and decor of…read morerestaurant was nice. Service was good.