I've now been to two of the Chotto Matte's that exist and I couldn't be any more happy with the experience and most importantly -- the food! Staff are always around for questions you may have or menu suggestions and were always very kind to us. The vibe was great and we can't wait to go back! read more

I am always a bit skeptical when it comes to fusion spots. Typically, in my experience, usually the cuisine leans more towards one side not necessarily fusing the two flavors well together. Similarly while I would not consider this quite a fusion restaurant, the food was indeed delicious! Most of the rice sides, had furikake sprinkled on top which always enhances the flavor. The sushi selection was good! The top items for me were the cod and lobster/shrimp udon. Again neither were quite executed as fusion (IMO) but nonetheless it was delicious! The steak was also good, but steak is more readily available on most menus elsewhere. The potato and egg salad as an app also made the top list. It was super creamy and paired nicely with the crunchy chips! The endless drink menu/option is also excellent, except I am not sure how much alcohol was actually in there because within the group of 13 people, most of us did not feel even slightly tipsy. The ambiance is beautiful and really embraces a jungle with vibrant colors intertwined into the interior. the bathroom however, is a different story as it is at the end of a very dark hallway. Not sure if they turn the lights on at night, but for someone with poor vision, it was hard to see as the light reflected off the walls. The servers were friendly and with a large group like ours, we did have some dishes that just never made it out so we did need to flag someone down for them about an hour or so in. read more

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I've been wanting to try Chotto Matte for a while, and it definitely lived up to the hype. The restaurant itself is a whole experience... it was super colourful, modern, and upscale without feeling too stiff. My friend and I were seated near the bar area, so instead of regular dining chairs, we had those lower, wider lounge-style seats. It made the whole experience feel a bit more relaxed while still fitting the upscale ambiance. We decided to go all out and order a variety of dishes so we could really experience what the restaurant had to offer. To start, my friend ordered the El Camino while I went with the Chicha Sagrada. Mine came with a toasted marshmallow on a skewer, which was such a fun touch. The drink itself was lightly sweet with a cinnamon flavour that kind of reminded me of cinnamon heart candies, but not overly spicy at all, super easy to sip between bites and conversation. For food, we started with the Yasai Miso Crispy Sushi. The crispy rice gives it such a satisfying crunch in every bite, and the veggie topping ties everything together nicely. Definitely one of those dishes you keep reaching for. The Yellowtail "Nikkei Sashimi" was fresh and evenly cut, and the yuzu soy sauce gave each bite a bright, citrusy finish. I was expecting a bit more truffle flavour, but the citrus really stood out instead and made the dish super refreshing. We also got the Dragon Roll. It looked fairly simple, but sometimes simple really works. The unagi sauce was drizzled around the plate as decoration, but once you dip the roll in, it brings everything together really well. The shrimp tempura inside was fried perfectly... still had a nice bite and wasn't mushy at all. The Pulled Asado Beef Taco was a standout for me. Super crunchy shell, really tender beef, and that slightly sweet creamy sauce with pickled veggies on top just worked so well together. We also shared the Chicken Sliders and Wagyu Sliders. The chicken was juicy and tender, but the bottom bun got quite soft from the sauce, making it a bit messy and harder to hold. Still tasty, just not the best texture. The Wagyu sliders, on the other hand, were easily our favourite of the night... super juicy beef, truffle coming through in every bite, and overall rich without feeling heavy. Overall, a really solid experience. The ambience alone makes it feel like a special night out, but the food holds up too, especially if you're into sharing plates and trying a bit of everything. It's definitely on the pricier side, but it feels worth it for the full experience. read more

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We came for the Jungle Brunch: I do recommend reservations as the afternoon went, it got busy. They do offer free coat check upon entry. Inside, it's large, high ceilings, colourful area, the bathroom is located upstairs & one downstairs (accessibility) the upstairs one is all dark with lights We tried the jungle brunch fixed menu and the vegetarian several course menu. They do advise food will come as it's made so don't except to eat all at once. For the fixed menu, it came with miso soup, we got the shishito peppers, tako yaki (this was really good, wasn't expecting the inside filling to be so flavourful), chicken and waffles, steak and eggs. Everything was tasty! The dessert however was the highlight, taro ice cream was really good, the yuzu sorbet was very refreshing. Onto the vegetarian menu, the lychee ceviche was something we have never tasted before, this was sparingly really delicious. The Nasu miso (eggplant with apricot) was also a pairing we didn't expect to be as tasty as it was. Experience: During the duration of the brunch, hands on exotic was present with birds. He did an incredible job walking around introducing the birds, allowing everyone to take photos. There were also dancers coming along as well as girls dressed in animal costumes. The service was alright, some food was forgotten and brought when we are asking for dessert. Several staff were walking by cleaning up the tables. The manager also came by to tell us about their other dinning options for another time. Overall, this was definitely a different take to brunch which we did enjoy. read more

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Was here for a Christmas event and had cocktail style canapés. Looking forward to coming here for lunch or dinner as the ambiance looked great. read more

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Not entirely sure of what the vibe is supposed to be here it's cool, unique, but sort of loud and dark inside. It looks like they are set up to have a nightclub after hours with the massive stacks of speakers having from the ceiling. The staff here was very friendly, and the menu was unique and intriguing. The deluxe sashimi | $48 (salmon, tuna, otoro, yellowtail, scallop, unagi) was fresh and delicious. The Sato Maki | $29 (yellowtail, salmon tartare, red pepper, chotto soy) roll, was also very enjoyable, the red pepper gave it a highly unique flavor. The star of the show for me was the Tentaculos De Pulpo | $36 (octopus, spicy yuzu, purple potato puree) was amazing. I could eat that every day, in fact it may be the best tasting octopus that i have ever had, and I have had quite a bit. While it is pricy for what it is, it was all excellent! read more

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What an incredible place this is. My wife and I went here last weekend and it was everything we could have wanted out of a restaurant. I'm not sure it's really "fusion" any more than any other immigration-generated cuisine is, technically, but either way the flavors (Peruvian) and techniques (Japanese) are absolutely mind-blowing. A dimly, but pleasantly lit and smartly decorated long dining room are laid out with plenty of space for all guests with a great view of the kitchen space in the back half and a glimpse of the impressive bar from virtually anywhere in the place. Also, be sure to check out the upstairs to see the hallway and the bathrooms, even if you don't have to go. We opted for the Chef Experience, which was an eight-course tasting menu (though a couple courses were actually two dishes and we ended up with more like 10 or 11 dishes by the time was all said and done). The chef came out prior to the feast, which gave us an opportunity to share allergies (wife is gluten free/celiac) and food preferences. He made some slight adjustments to our menu and it all was excellent. It led off with the shishito pepper appetizer, then went into the Yellowtail Nikkei sashimi, a deluxe sushi platter, a beef semi-tartare, a salmon dish, a pot roast-esque plate, and then a passion fruit creme brulee, among others. Not a single bad or even "meh" dish. And let me tell you that by the end we were STUFFED. Honestly, probably could have done without maybe one or even two courses and been really comfortable. For cocktails, I ordered the kakigori (photo included) and the aleteo. Presentation and flavors on both were stellar. The Mrs. ordered a couple glasses of wine from a very solid list - a rose and a burgundy - both of which were perfect. This is absolutely a place we look forward to returning to someday. As fantastic as the Chef Experience was, I would say we'll probably forego it next time just because of the sheer volume of food, but it was definitely worth it to do it once and experience all that amazingness! read more

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This place is amazing, some of the best food I've ever had. It's not particularly cheap, but I would recommend ordering family style and sharing everything, because you'll definitely want to taste it all. The ambience is very unique and modern. Definitely an upscale location that's great for a group dinner. read more

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I went for brunch with some friends and in general I thought it was very good but the dishes ranged from okay to exceptional, rather than all very good (hence the four stars). We shared multiple dishes, and the ones I would call exceptional were the sushi donut (very Insta worthy), the yellowtail sashimi and wagyu steak, they were all more than worthy of a visit. The ones I thought were good but unspectacular were the Yuma Frita (not too starchy with a nice sauce) and Wagyu beef slides (the quality of the beef really came through). Where I was disappointed was the avocado toast sushi (not bad but meh) and pollo peruano. All in all a really interesting option with some great dishes. read more

A very boujee restaurant with long waits for service but the food makes up for it. You should definitely try the octopus! read more

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Food quality is good but probably better options at that price point. Good service and good variety. The sashimi ceviches are exceptional and would order those items for their differentiated experience. Otherwise the edomae sushi and sashimi are no different than other good sushi spots. Service is good. Robata adds options that most places dont have. Well decorated spot that never has a line up. read more

We came on Sat 2025-01-18 to experience the Jungle Brunch. Chotto Matte is an amazing restaurant focusing on Nikkei cuisine. Nikkei are Japanese people who immigrated to Peru. Nikkei cuisine is a fusion of Japanese and Peruvian elements. There is a Sushi Bar, where you can dine at a counter and watch the Sushi chefs ply their culinary art. Along the same lines, there is a Peruvian bar, called a Robata Bar, with the same concept of counter seating where diners can be entertained by the Peruvian grill masters at work. Since it is an open kitchen style, the chef will definitely put on a show. When you enter the restaurant, you are immediately treated with a huge colourful mural. The host can check in your coat. Their dishes are elevated in quality and presentation. And, yes, they are also elevated in price. There are so many servers, all females, from what I observed, cheerfully attending to the diners. The female bartender can really put on a show (when I watched her) while making a cocktail! The vibe is colour, lively, entertaining, and with great food and service. There are several locations around the world, and they all have the same decor. The bright, colourful murals are painted by an artist out of Miami, called "Lefty Out There". He is sent to every location to hand paint the murals. At the upstairs washrooms, the hallways are painted with a neon coloured mural, painted by a different artist (#ElaineDefArtist), which is the most photographed decor at this restaurant. There is a huge main dining area, along with a little blocked-off area if you want more privacy. Near the entrance is a bar lounge where you can relax alongside the huge bar area, which is stocked with many different alcohol. There is lively South American music playing in the background.  Thrre is a live DJ every Wed to Sat. This restaurant has different themes: 1. Sat features a Jungle Brunch, enjoyed by diners of all ages. There is a "bird man" walking around with two exotic tropical birds who can even stand on your arm so you can take pictures with it. There is a lady "fire dancer" who performs with fire. 2. There is Steak and Sushi Sundays. 3. Fri is their "Chotto After Dark" in the lounge area. There is a live DJ, fire dancer, and a special menu. There is a large patio used during warmer  weather. It is decorated with lots of greenery to reflect the Peruvian jungle, giving a different vibe from the concrete jungle of Toronto. Music is very important to the restaurant. In fact, they pipe their music to the outdoor patio all year round! It attracts people to come in and investigate the restaurant. There are many locations around the world. The first location was in London, England. The second location was in Miami, USA. The third location was this location, in Toronto,  Canada, established in 2019. The flooring and windows have a black & white Herring Bone design at all worldwide locations. The ceiling uses preserved wood with a Shou Sugi/Suji Ban, a Japanese technique of charring the wood to preserve it  this is also at all worldwide locations. There are large Italian lava rocks used at the reception/host stand and at the two kitchens. Again, this is at all worldwide locations. The owner and founder is Kurt Zdesar, an experienced restaurateur with a track record in establishing and developing fine dining restaurants throughout Europe. The executive head chef is Jordan Sclare. He has travelled to and cooked in Hong Kong, Japan, Spain, Ireland, Israel, Monaco, Greece and had spent a month in Peru with Kurt Zdesar, eating in all the restaurants Lima had to offer including, carnivals and markets on his search to find the real taste of Peru. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible. There are separate male/female washrooms upstairs, so they are not wheelchair accessible. There is paid neighbourhood street parking. Review 2025-012 read more

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Chotto Matte review This is a fabulous restaurant, through and through. Came here for a Yelp event last month, and was so hyped to come back for a proper sit-down meal. The vibes, the music (shout-out to the super talented DJ Dao!), the service by Jennifer H and team-- everything was perfect. We had... Spicy chicken karaage - not too spicy; I liked the sweetness Yellowtail Nikkei Sashimi - oh my gosh, that sauce! What magic! The hostess told me that the first time she had this, she cried, so of course we had to find out why. Daaaamn this was good. Chotto Ceviche and Lychee Ceviche - because who knew that a lychee could be a lovely stand-in for fish in a ceviche? Both versions were excellent. Possibly also tear-worthy. Tuna tostadas - pro tip: don't use too much sauce; the tostadas are yummy on their own Dragon roll - delicious but underwhelming compared to the bold flavours of everything else Nasu Miso - the best eggplant! Warm and covered in an apricot sauce, with puffed soba for crunch Mochi ice-cream - so lovely of them to send this out when they found out we were celebrating! I will recommend this restaurant to everybody. As we went home, we decided that the only thing that wasn't A+ was the very aggressive triple-ring lighting over the washroom sinks. If that's the only thing we have to complain about, I'd say this place is worth going to again and again. read more

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My husband and I really enjoyed the atmosphere and the fish dishes here. The miso cod was 100% worth the price and my husband really enjoyed the crispy tuna (I could not partake bc I'm pregnant) but the other dishes (mushroom tostadas, fried eggplant) were just ok. read more

Chotto Matte - Eggplant. Just ok - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I've recently went back here after 2 years and the vibe of the restaurant is still the same. They have great entertainment options while dining over the weekend. Our private Yelp event got their Fire show but I've seen them bring in animals too! The summer time they have a jungle theme on the patio. Service was good, friendly and quick. I do recall in my past visit, being the same. They have coat check for guests. The event provided us with 4 selections of some of their popular dishes. They claim the cuisine is Japanese with Peruvian influences, but out of the dishes I tried, it did not remind me of Peru. (Miso Eggplant, miso black cod, chicken Karrage, vegan sushi) I highly recommend the black cod as one of their best options. The Spicy chicken Karrage and sushi were nothing special. I found the Vegan Sushi a bit hard to chew. read more

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Came here for the brunch special with my family and friends. It was lively with the dancer and food is okay nothing too special read more

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If a very L.A. restaurant moved to Toronto, Chotto Matte would be it. Fun vibe, great decor, and the food was excellent. I came with a colleague, but we still managed to try a good variety of dishes. Some favorites: the Chotto ceviche, spicy tuna crispy sushi, and the must-try black cod aji miso--I could've eaten four of them. We finished with the cinnamon churros for dessert. Obsessed. ENJOY! read more

Innovative and artisanal. After much deliberation, my friend and I each ordered the vegetarian tasting menu. We wanted to try a variety of dishes, with the tasting menu giving the best bang for our buck. We're not strict vegetarians but this set menu version had the most dishes that appealed to us (though it sounded like you could order one of the meat based menus and potentially swap one dish out if it wasn't appealing). However, we felt we couldn't eat here without ordering at least one raw fish dish, so we decided to split a small order of the yellowtail sashimi. Every dish in the tasting was artfully presented and intricately flavored. Everything was delicious, but our favorite was the first course of "lychee ceviche" - the lychee looked so convincingly like raw seafood that I had to double check they gave us the right item. The sauce was an intriguing blend of cilantro oil and something else that I can't pinpoint. Our absolute favorite was actually the yellowtail sashimi though- the flavor combination of cilantro, tomato, soy sauce, and fish was out of this world. Two small dings. My cocktail (the Jade shade (?)) fell flat into lemon-lime soda territory - I was hoping the cardamom and wasabi notes would shine through more. Secondly, while everything in the vegetarian tasting menu was incredible, I would love to see the chefs push their talents and include a dish centered around a vegetarian protein such as tofu or buckwheat - vegetarians eat more than just vegetables! Logistics: - indoor and outdoor seating - reservation recommended but it wasn't terribly crowded on a Wednesday night - limited street parking nearby but very transit accessible - many vegetarian options; potentially gluten free options based on raw ingredients but you'd need to check whether sauces are tamari based; they were careful and accommodating of my friends nut allergy read more

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What a find! Food, Fun, Fantastic! Will totally recommend this restaurant.. a don't miss when in Toronto. The combination of ambiance (artistic decor & music) and unusual and delicious fusion cuisine (Japan and Peru) all added up to a super-positive experience. Service was excellent as well. read more

Chotto Matte - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

At our table for four we went a bit overboard ordering. Likely we should have gone for one of Chotto Matte's tasting menus. Beware that while the individual prices for the tapas style dishes seem reasonable in total it can add up quickly. Very well prepared cocktails, especially their pisco sour. Nice wine list but few options sub $100. Setting cost aside, what you get is a culinary adventure. Rarely can you order 10+ dishes anywhere and have everyone at the table agree that they are all exceptional. I've never really longed to be a vegetation but I could very much consider it after tasting their lychee ceviche, which was as much fun to eat as it was to say. The standard ceviche is excellent as well. Both are essentially identical substituting lychee. You'll find a pic of the Robata duck breast, thinly sliced and succulant. Black cod Aji Miso is a must. Shout out to the yuca fries. Our server was delightful, friendly and informative. As a side note, whether you need to go or not, take a walk upstairs to the washrooms. It's an experience. If possible leave room for dessert. We failed and shared just one passion fruit crème brûlée which as my wife would say, "was to die for". read more

Chotto Matte - Robata Duck Breast - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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This is the most beautiful, upscale, uplifting place. Amazing DJ on Fridays, delicious food and cocktails. A little bit on the pricey side but the items I have tried so far are delicious. Spicy edamame is so good. My friend loved the crab sushi roll and my favourite is the Kagigori cocktail. Beautiful vibes and amazing decor. read more

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We decided to celebrate a birthday but didn't book anything. Somehow this was the only place that had availabilities at a reasonable time. This restaurant is so cute and so beautifully decorated. It has outdoor and indoor seating. We decided to sit outdoors because the weather was nice. The menu features Japanese and Peruvian food. You can do the tasting menu or a la carte, tapas style. The waiter recommended 3-4 dishes per person however we weren't very hungry. We started with the lychee ceviche. This was a very unusual dish. It had leche de Tigre which was the broth, made with blended fish, sweet potato, corn, and the star--lychee. It was a blend of sweet and savoury and spices. I really liked it because I've never had anything like it before. Next we tried the spicy chicken karaage, which was my favorite dish we ended up ordering another one. It was spicy and crispy and a little sweet and well seasoned. Next we tried the octopus (tentaculos de pulpo). The presentation for this was so nice. It had 5 pieces of grilled octopus, and purple potato puree. I thought it was good, however one of the pieces was inedible (maybe it was just decor?). We also had the BBQ baby back ribs. Very juicy and tender, brushed with a BBQ glaze and nuts sprinkled on top. The nuts added a very nice crunch. Finally we finished with dessert, they brought out a candle (the dessert wasn't free). We ordered the panela caramelized apple dream which was apple, pear topped with vanilla ice cream. It was a huge dessert, definitely shareable. The apple/pear was warm and crispy and soft and the ice cream just complimented it so well. Loved this place, so unique, so delicious. Service was amazing, the DJ was also great. Just great vibes. I'll be coming back for sure! read more

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I heard mixed opinions about Chotto Matte, primarily driven by the price of the food, however I had an incredible meal that was definitely worth every penny! Definitely go the tasting menu route. For $95 I had 8 courses, while my friends ordered a la carte and had a fraction of the food for 75% of the price. And yes, they do let some get the tasting menu even if the whole table doesn't participate. Virtually every dish was a hit, minus the salmon which had a sauce with a weird taste. The chicken dish in particular was one of the best I've ever had! And the churro at the end was to die for as well. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Got one of the four lunch set. The salad was amazing. It used grounded candies cashew to add sweetness, rather than plain sugar and crushed cashew. I found this idea quite genius. The lunch set I got also contains a miso soup, a fried rice, a few pieces of sushi and a pork belly. The quantity was quite overwhelming. The pork belly was deep fried and super tender, it mostly melted in my mouth. However it's a bit too spicy. I felt a more sweet and less citric sauce would have made it perfect. read more

Came with a party of 12 for a friend's birthday. I ordered the shishito peppers, New York strip steak, butterfish, and purple mashed potatoes. The food was decent, but overall not worth the price -- nothing really stood out. The restaurant seems to follow the black toilet trend, but I personally found it too dark and uncomfortable to use because I couldn't tell if it was clean or not. On the bright side, our server was friendly and managed our large group smoothly. read more

Chotto Matte - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Horrible experience. A waitresses are not professional they don't know how to communicate properly. Food is not good . Not recommending at all read more

4.5 I had a great lunch here! I was really excited to try this place and was so happy they have halal options. There's a few meat dishes which aren't halal, but the majority are! I got a set menu during lunch which allowed you to try multiple dishes. My favourites were the chicken karage and ceviche. The ambience is quite nice - it's a bustling restaurant with bright colours. The tables do get rather full though - there is a lot of food served during the lunch set menu. The service was prompt and friendly. I would return for special occasions. read more

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Nice decor, typical financial district vibe with the bar and the customers. I was not expecting much for food so I was really surprised the flavours were good! All the seafood was really fresh even down to the tempura shrimp in the rolls. Would definitely come here again! read more

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On our last visit, the restaurant made a mistake by only giving us food portions for 2 people when we had a party of 4. We had 2 gift cards to their Chef Experience for two (meaning 4 people), but our server overlooked that we had 2 experiences for two. Throughout the meal, I brought up that it appears the food is only for 2 people, to which they said the portions are correct and advised us to order more. Basically trying to upsell us on an already expensive dinner, which made it very uncomfortable and really ruined the night. We were brought sushi that only had 2 of each type and shared by biting each piece in half. What a joke! The mistake was finally understood when the meal was over and the bill was being settled. We were offered a refund for the unused card or to return as a party of 4 to have the experience made right. The manager said "he would take care of us". We opted to return at a later date. I refrained from going into detail about the incident in the previous review because I thought it'd be fair to give them the chance to correct the error. Today I called back to book our return, and was thoroughly disappointed and frustrated. They took minimal ownership of the initial poor experience, stating that we can return and use the remaining experience for 2, but will have to order more food. So basically, they made a mistake that ruined the meal we already paid for, but are inviting us back for the same bad experience? The manager I talked to offered a round of drinks as compromise, and stated that that is the best the GM can offer because "it's too expensive" to give us another experience for 2. I agree it's expensive. And your restaurant messed up on an expensive experience and said you would make it right. The other option was for only one pair to return. This was a birthday gift from a cousin for the 2 couples to enjoy together. Why would only one pair return? I don't think any reasonable person would think an invitation to return as the full party and for the experience to be corrected would mean to come back for the exact same thing. From their website - "Discover our bespoke Chef Experience, designed to surprise and delight. Meet our Chef, and explore some of the most premium dishes that Chotto has to offer. Tailoring to your preferences and requirements, our Chef will curate your menu for a unique experience." This is also a lie. We met no chef and nothing was tailored to our preferences as we were never asked of any preferences. The general manager's inability to correct this wrong properly shows their lack of customer focus, lack of business sense, and how short-sighted they are. We did not ask for a full chef experience to be comped, just enough extra food to feed the party. Like a sushi platter or a couple of extra entrees. They would rather give a full refund than take a small loss to salvage future customers. Now we will not go there again and we will not recommend any friends and family to go. read more

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Came here because of a friend's recommendation and it was a great experience, would recommend! Upon entering the restaurant, you can immediately tell that they put a lot of effort into the design and architecture. The hostess was very nice, offering to take all our shopping bags and coats. We had a reservation and were seated almost immediately, though the place was not that full, maybe 50% occupied? The 5 of us all got the tasting menu as well as a few drinks each. I've experienced a lot of tasting menus, but not one where not everyone got their own plate/dishes? Knocked them down a star for this. It was a bit odd and inconvenient to have to split one plate of fried chicken between the five of us. Most of the dishes in the tasting menu were at least split into 2 plates for the 5 of us to share, but it was still weird. The timing was also not great - dishes were coming out way faster than we could eat them. I'm more used to tasting menus where everyone each gets a dish and the next item didn't come out until the previous one is finished. But here, we would have up to 5 unique dishes at one time, making the table very packed and since the dishes weren't split individually, some people missed out on trying a dish because they didn't realize it was there. The staff was very nice though, happy to give recommendations and share their favorite drinks to try! read more

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What a glorious meal we had @chottomattetor today! Chotto Matte is a Nikkei-inspired Peruvian restaurant with an extensive menu. They offer a la carte, lunch bento boxes, and a tasting menu. We went with their 5 course tasting menu only for $65pp since we had a hard time deciding and we were not disappointed- our favorites were their ceviche, and Asado beef (it was so tender it melted in your mouth)! The least favorite item was the tuna with crispy rice, which I thought was a bit dry. The cocktail was also quite unique; it was not sweet at all which I loved, but I suppose the celery bitters made it taste like Chinese medicine at my first sip...then it started to grow on me. Service was also impeccable, we will definitey return for their brunch! Pictured: Edamame, Asado Beef, Chaufa, Tuna crispy rice, Chicken karage, Ceviche,BBQ Salmon with gogi berries, and yuca fries. read more

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Really awesome drinks. The waiter was also very nice and very informative! I highly recommend the Friday night at 9pm:) read more

Chotto Matte - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

For NYE Dinner we decided to try Chotto Matte. They had a set menu for the night and depending on which seating you had (early or late), the menu items and price varies. . . Spicy Edamame 4/5 Yellowtail "Nikkei Sashimi" 3.75/5 Patto A La Parrilla 4/5 Dressed Sushi Selection 4.7/5 Black Cod Aji Miso 5/5 Chuleta De Cordero Ahumada 4/5 Arroz Chaufa 0.5/5 Dessert (passionfruit crème brûlée, lychee and matcha mochi, chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream) 4.5/5 . . Overall we really enjoyed the flavours of all the dishes. My top favourites were the cod and sushi selection and my bf's was the lamb chop and sushi selection. The only complaints we have are that the fried rice tasted really weird... flavours didn't go well together. The portions of all the dishes are also really small.... price to portion ratio is way off. Every photo here is two people portion, except the cod and sushi selection. read more

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A real gem on Bay Street, downtown Toronto. Chotto Matte ちょっと待って means wait a second in Japanese. This is a Japanese-Peruvian fusion restaurant with one-of-a-kind murals and striking decors, a unique, creative menu, and good service. It's basically Japanese food, tapas style. We loved the gambas (big prawns), octopus (sauce in pink and potato puree in purple, matching octopus color!), yellowtail sashimi-ceviche fusion, karaage (fried chicken, Japanese style), and slow cooked beef stew. Everything is beautifully presented and so flavorful. While dining here birds came in. Yes chirping birds. Real birds. Flying across the tall ceiling. They came in through the door. The restaurant had so many plants (real plants!) that it felt like a green house or garden. Adding to that, icing on the cake so to speak, real birds. It was really awesome. Waiters confirmed birds loved coming in here. The restrooms are upstairs, and even there you will find murals that delight the eyes. Luminescent murals that is, reflected by mirror-like black walls. The drawback is that the restroom is so dimly lit you can't even see your own hands. No lighting except for the ring light around small mirrors (see my photos). Everything is black: ceiling, walls, floor, toilet itself. Service was prompt, friendly, and passionate. They are proud of the place (great sign). Staff seemed happy to work here. But be sure to walk half way up the stairs just to admire the murals of ground floor (from a higher vantage point). Bar area is beautiful too. read more

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Great service and tasty smokey whisky drink Food was fresh and ambience was great for party of 8. Can't wait to return!

This place was highly recommended by some friends who have traveled to Toronto, and it did not disappoint. .... We made reservations for a late dinner on a Friday night, and it wasn't super packed even though service ran a bit slower due to every plate being made to order. Upon arriving, you will notice the lavish decor and high-end luxury vibes all throughout the bar and main restaurant space. We decided to sit outside and got a nice table that allowed us to see the needle from our seats. It was a nice touch, truly. The only problem was when folks stood so close to taking a picture that it felt like they were right on top of us-- full warning. Service was still at a nice pace. We enjoyed our drinks and apps. Our server made a mistake and quickly rectified it. Our food came out as we ordered it, and tasty. We ordered a bunch of apps and some sushi and shared everything family-style. The presentation was Instagrammable! A beautiful presentation + tasty ingredients = a foodie's paradise. The drinks were also boozy. The dress code was casual chic, but you can dress up and have a nice sit-down dinner here, whether a girls/guys night out or a date for two. read more

Chotto Matte - Outdoor seating is a vibe on it's own. - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

We live so close by and this place has been on our list forever.. The chotto hour, which is their happy hour, is very good. 2 for 1 drinks is amazing but they don't let you mix and match. You need to get two of this same drinks. Their cocktails are amazing and very pretty. I really liked the fairly priced app menu for the happy hour as well. Pollo picante and shishito peppers were very flavorful. Our waiter, George, is very good. Friendly, personable and gave great recommendations. Overall, such a great place for a happy hour! read more

Chotto Matte - Pisco sour - Japanese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Cool atmosphere, but service could be better. They were very busy so I guess maybe cut them some slack, but was very hard to get service and some of our food items that we ordered never arrived. I like the peru-japan fusion concept, made for a unique dining experience. I would return but hopefully service is a bit better. read more

Hands down my favourite restaurant in Toronto! A bit expensive but there are a few dishes that are so good that makes it worth it. I have been here a few times and tried a lot of items on the menu and are are my few must-order: - Soft shell crab roll - Wagyu aburi - Yellowtail "Nikkei Sashimi" - Otoro aburi hibachi grill - Cauliflower wings - Calabacin parilla zucchini Skip the fried rice though. That's probably one of the only item on the menu I didn't enjoy at all. The service is always good! They have a covered and super cute patio space as well. read more

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This is one of those restaurants where everything is amazing. Serving small plates and shareable, this gorgeous venue has a great variety; something for everyone. I got the shrimp spring rolls($16) to start. Very tasty and very light. Not worried about spoiling my dinner. My main was the Amazonian BBQ Salmon($23). Ima nice piece if salmon topped with goji berries, pecans, cilantro and smothered in their jungle curry sauce set atop purple potato purée. It was freaking delicious. We shared a dessert platter($30 I think). It had everything, grilled pineapple, chocolate, mochi, sorbet and even matcha waffles! Highly recommended if you have a sweet tooth! read more

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