While I was warned about how tiny this place was from previous reviews, I had no idea how extremely tiny it was. They had given away our reservation after we showed up late but that wasn't a big problem and we understood their need to seat everyone. My advice would be to go right when they open so you can be seated right away. The food was a bit on the pricey side but the quality is spectacular. The fish is so fresh and not just the regular plain pieces you would expect at other Japanese restaurants. There was so much flavour. In my opinion, the best option for lunch is definitely the Chirashi. You get your money's worth in terms of the sashimi and the rice is uniquely and perfectly seasoned. The only problem I had with this is that my friend and I came on a separate occasion and each ordered a lunch combo. We asked for ice cream afterwards, as we had assumed it had come with the combo like many other Japanese restaurants. It doesn't. And we were also not informed of such. They just brought it to us and charged us $5 (which is pretty high for two scoops of regular green tea ice cream...) When asked about this, the manager said "nowhere on the menu does it say it comes with ice cream." That's fine, I guess it's my fault for assuming but it also sounded pretty accusatory on their part. Food's good though. read more

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I'm normally an AYCE sushi restaurant goer, but it's nice to go to a normal Japanese restaurant to try out higher quality foods. I was recommended to Japango by many friends as a good, decently priced restaurant, so I decided to give it a go. Environment: The restaurant is located around Bay/Dundas, but it's actually to the side of a smaller street, so even though I've been around this area many many times, I've never noticed Japango. On the inside, the restaurant is SUPER TINY. They can probably only accommodate 5-6 tables at one time, and for the people who have to wait, the door doesn't have a lot of space to stand and wait, so it's better to check ahead of time. The renovation was decent though, and you could see the chefs preparing the food just steps in front of you. Food: I got the Chirashi Don and the sea urchin sashimi. The Chirashi Don had a good variety of sashimi in the bowl and the Japanese rice was really soft and chewy. The sashimi was definitely fresher than the ones I normally eat at AYCE restaurants, so I'm ok with paying a higher price for my meal, for $17. The sea urchin was interesting. I've never had sea urchin before so I decided to try some here. It tasted really slimy but didn't really have much of a flavour on itself, so I don't think I would consider sea urchins to be a tasty dish. The price was quite steep at $14 for a little bit amount, so I probably won't get it in the future after I know how it tastes like. Service: Service was alright, kinda like standard Asian restaurant service, but considering it's located downtown with many non-Asian customers, I was expecting better service. However, the service I received when I actually needed a server was good. In conclusion, it was a nice experience going outside of my comfort zone and trying a non-AYCE Japanese restaurant once in a while. I would probably come back to try other items the next time I happen to be around the downtown area. read more

Japango - Sea Urchin Sashimi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Long story short it was okay - the sushi is a little pricey for what it was. The japango roll was very good but the rest of the rolls were nothing special. It was $22 for a tempura, a salmon and a California roll with the combo The restaurant is pretty small but we happened to get a seat right away - I can see how it can get cramped when there's too many people trying to get seated though The main thing that startled me was how fast the sushi came - a little too fast for premium sushi. All in all not bad, but not a must try read more

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Came in around 5 which on a Friday which was a nice quiet time. The place itself is relatively small, so it's a good idea to go before or after the dinner rush. It's a super cozy cute place. The staff is super friendly and attentive so we were in and out probably within 30 minutes. I had mad sushi cravings coming in and everything was super fresh and well presented - a much better choice than ayce in my opinion. The meal was on the pricier side and the portions were small too but the quality really made up for it. Will definitely come back here in the future! read more

Japango - Chirashi dinner - $27 - Sushi Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Since ordering the small sushi+roll platter tray last week, I cannot stop thinking about Japango. After years of meaning to try out this place, I now need to make up for lost time. The rolls were all fresh, tasty, and varied. The nigiri, however, was the star. Incredible, glistening pieces of super fresh fish, with great cuts that are beyond the typical salmon or lean tuna. I particularly loved the slightly smoked pieces, and really appreciated them giving two pieces for each type so my partner and I can each try one. Next time, I am 100% getting the medium sized tray to go! read more

Quite easily overlooked, Japango's front door looks nothing out of the ordinary and maybe even uninviting from the street. I had the opportunity to visit early in the year, and I'm glad I was able to! We came for an off-peak late lunch, and we're barely able to squeeze into the tiny shop. A friend had discovered the place and promised an excellent experience - but I had my reservations looking from the outside and seeing the cramped space we were looking forward to sitting in. We were lucky enough to be able to get a table for four - on both sides the tables were full already and the shop appears to have capacity for 20 at most. There's little space for anything really, just like the picture frames squeezed onto the walls with autographs from all kinds of celebrities. Lining the wall behind the kitchen were chopstick boxes - which was a welcoming surprise - if such a tradition of regular patrons being rewarded with a pair of chopsticks on the wall, then that must mean there's something to look forward to, right? The menu seemed simple and standard enough - I can't remember what we ordered but it was something to the tune of a couple of rolls and a dinner set, and an udon bowl. Items were fresh and presented with care - very inviting to our hungry bellies! No complaints at all about the food items, and perhaps will be back in the future. What holds me back is the price point - it's on the high end for me to be a casual meal, and given the nature of their offering it's not something I'm looking for as takeout right now. Hoping to visit them when the pandemic blows over! read more

This place continues to be my favourite sushi place in Toronto. I come here often and it never disappoints. I never know what will be on the chefs menu but always know it will be the freshest sushi possible. I know I can count on the excellence of the preparation, the beauty of the presentation, and the professionalism of the service. It is tiny, and if you haven't been here before or aren't up for "sorry no room" then call ahead. There are many days when immersion in Japanese culture through the food is a tonic. Today is one. I am grateful Japango is on my walk home. read more

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This was my second time coming here as I recall a great experience the first time. It's a small "cosy" little place where you don't need to bother coming unless you've made a reservation. We ordered the Japango Roll and a Sashimi platter. The Japango Roll has to be one of my favourite rolls ever. It has a rich grilled butterfish top layer, drizzled with a sweet and a little spicy sauce and just tastes amazing. A must try. The sashimi platter was quite diverse, honestly not really sure of what fish were included. They were presented in various ways: torched, marinated, or just simply cut. The sashimi was cut generously thick. This place is a little more expensive, and requires some forethought to ensure reservations, but is definitely worth coming to. read more

Japango - Japango Roll and Sashimi Platter - Sushi Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I rmbr coming to Japango for the quality and value but find that this time wasn't up to par. The sashimi didn't seem as fresh as before. We ordered a few hand rolls, o-toro (tuna belly) sashimi, sashimi dinner deluxe and japango roll. The most disappointing one was the o-toro because they sliced it way too thick and huge. I like bite size sashimi pieces and felt that I was eating a large piece of spam, rather than a piece of o-toro that should automatically melt in my mouth. I enjoyed the Japango roll. It was very flavourful and had a nice kick of spice to it. The portions were decent but quality could be better. I think they increased the price dramatically over the years because I didn't rmbr it being this pricey. It was around $55/pp. Be sure to make a reservation because the restaurant is super small! read more

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Great sushi with good portion sizes; place is quite small and cosy. read more

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Love it here! Been here many times now. Do not mix up this Japango with the one in the Beaches. Not. The. Same. ATMOSPHERE: Small, classy and cosy. Not good for large parties - unless you can book the whole place for your full party. But it's a great place for a date, or parties of 4. SERVICE: It's a small place and super busy. Service has ranged from attentive, to cold (due to high traffic hours). But generally, they're good. PRICE: Mid to high prices. But such good quality, it's worth it. FOOD: So good! Fresh fish, and great presentation. I'm a sashimi lover, and the quality of raw fish is the ultimate sign of a good Japanese restaurant. It's great here. I almost always have a sashimi dish of some kind. Also check out their daily specials to see what fresh seafood they have. They sometimes have fresh uni. Also have tried some of their cooked food as well, like tempura and udons, are all good. Highly recommend you to also make reservations, if you make plans to go. It's almost always packed in there whether at lunch or dinner! Avoid disappointment. read more

My friend and I visited Japango for Lunch around 2pm and was able to order off the lunch special (it ends at 2:30pm). I got the sashimi bento and my friend got the chirashi special. I would say the chirashi special is a better deal (you get way more sashimi, and the sides for the bento wasn't amazing). We also ordered some 4 nigiri dishes (if you are willing to splurge, I would recommend the otoro nigiri (pink belly tuna). The tuna literally melts in your mouth. ($18 for 2 pieces). We also got the uni and it was really fresh and did not taste fishy at all. The horse mackerel was decent, nothing special. The hamachi wasn't bad either. Their sashimi overall is really fresh! One thing that did annoy a bit was that the servers were rushing to take our plates away (and it looked like they were going for their lunch break and wanted us to pay and get out). I had some food and my plate and they decided to take it away without asking if I was finished :(! Overall, the food was good and service was quick. I would definitely go back for the otoro and uni. read more

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I've been meaning to go to this restaurant for a while and I'm so glad I did! The quality of fish is really good, so fresh! I had the chirashi don. The tuna that came with it just melts in your mouth. I also tried the unagi don which was good for the price, but I have had better elsewhere. The only thing I didn't like about the restaurant was how small it was. There are so little tables that it's not so easy to get a seat. Also the tables are small, so I kept bumping my knee into it. A lot of customers came in to pick up take out, which is a great idea. Definitely going to order take out from here some day. read more

My coworkers and I go here at least once a month for lunch. We always try to get there early because the place is quite small and fills up fast. It's definitely not made for large groups. Customer service is great because the staff are always attentive. I usually go here when I'm in a "treat yourself" kind of mood since it can be quite pricey. My go-to is the chirashi bowl! I normally get the chirashi dinner ($27) but today I splurged and got the chirashi supreme ($37)! It's bigger and has more fish. I was super happy with it and will definitely get it again - I just need to save up for it! read more

Japango - Chirashi Supreme ($37) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The perfect spot for quick service and good sushi near the finance district. My friend and I visited just past noon on a Tuesday and had to be back at the office for a meeting at 1. We were served promptly, the food came quickly and we got our sushi fix all in 40 minutes! We each ordered a miso soup and shared the gyoza, both were tasty. We also shared the Japango and the spider roll. I will order the Japango roll every time I visit because it is fantastic. The combination of flavours and ingredients is spot on. The spider roll I could do without, 4 rolls had crab and the remaining 2 were merely avocado rolls. I also ordered the salmon sashimi which was very fresh and came in thick pieces. In total the bill came to $60. Not the cheapest sushi place, but the speed of service at lunch time is unbeatable and it's the best quality sushi in the area. Try your best to arrive before noon as it's a small place; we got very lucky to score a table! read more

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My two friends and I arrived here around 2 pm yesterday for a late lunch and managed to get a table right away. This place is just as small as other reviewers have commented on so I was glad we went at an off peak hour. It is a tight squeeze, I kept hitting my knees on the table, as well as bumping into everything getting in and out of the bench seat at the table, but don't let that scare you away. We were given tea upon being seated and you can tell they want you in and out as quickly as possible to maximize their small space. This meant that service from beginning to end was quick and efficient. I got the lunch sashimi combo one which comes with 12 pieces of sashimi, a bowl of rice, and miso soup for $18. I would usually order a roll, but after reading reviews I decided to order sashimi because other reviewers had said their fish is very fresh. I will have to say I agree and was really happy with the selection of fish I received, along with their taste and quality. Out of the 12 pieces of sashimi, I got to try 6 different kinds, which was a huge plus for me. I thought everything was great, including the price. read more

Japango - LUNCH Sashimi One - 12 pieces - Sushi Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Scallop (Starter): 3/5. Not my type. The scallops are not fresh, I guess they were treated with water. The juice underneath is a bit flat and only has a mushroom flavour. Unaju: 2/5. Nothing special just something you can get from an AYCE. When we got the bento, the spoon was in the rice, making it oily and difficult to use. Zara Soba: 3/5. The only reason I would order this is that there aren't too many places in Toronto that offer it. However compared to the soba I've had in the other cities I would say it's just average. Their service is also poor, I had the server grab the menu without asking. read more

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Japango has been around for a long time, and I have dined here multiple times before. I remember that 5+ years ago, this was one of the better places for sushi, and they were one of the very few restaurants that would flame certain types of fish to give it that extra layer of flavour. Which brings us to 2017 - after not having been here for a few years, a friend suggested to do take-out sushi from here. Upon coming back here to pick up the sushi+sashimi platter (medium size, $75 + $20 for "deluxe"), the cramped seating and the small-ness of the restaurant looks definitely pathetic compared to all the newer and bigger Japanese eateries that have opened up since my last visit. The sushi/sashimi platter that I picked up looked good, and the fish tasted OK. What I found disappointing though is that even with the $20 extra that I paid for the "deluxe" version, I did not find the fish variety better, nor were there any notable stuff like toro or uni. In fact, there were multiple repeats like the standard salmon and tuna. I can't help but to think I got ripped off, or that it would have been the same if I didn't pay extra. There were some aburi (flamed) sushi in the platter, but there are now other restaurants in Toronto that does a much better job, and better flavours. Having that said, I like the freshness of their fish, but for future sushi outings Japango would definitely not be my first choice. Overall, I would give Japango 2.75 stars. read more

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Japango is a hidden gem tucked away on Elizabeth Street. While the food is a little pricey, it's definitely worth it, and I'd argue is on par with what you'd get at the likes of establishments like JaBistro or Miku. They have selections of fish from Japan if you want to pony up for it. In addition to the quality of the food, it's the little touches and details that elevate Japanago from being merely average to great, from unremarkable to unique: the care placed into each setting of sashimi or sushi; the wooden chopstick containers on the wall for regulars; the ice cream served extra cold in stone bowls from the freezer; and a picture of Milla Jovovich in the corner, undoubtedly signed on a break from being atop City Hall while on set for Resident Evil. Sure it's a little crowded and small - reservations are essential, even for a weekday lunch, and rightly so. read more

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Very fast dining, from what I have experienced (my partner and I were in and out after 35 minutes, with plates taken hastely off table). I've had better (and cost friendly) sushi from other joints. The salmon nigiri was stringy and quite dry. Not tender and moist like one would expect. read more

Japango - Deluxe set + otoro & salmon nigiri - Sushi Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Ready for a quick taste of Japan? Go! Fresh fish, wasabi and ginger is what it's all about. Service with a smile and a taste that will keep you smiling. The Chirashi Sushi is a great lunch deal! read more

Japango - Chirashi Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The food was meh; very, very small portions for the price and had too much rice and too little fish. The waiter was slow and not welcoming at all. We were waiting for him to take our orders for 5 minutes; he didn't pay attention to us; a guy just walked in and he took his order right away. I guess they're more for discriminating agains non-Japanese customers. It was an overall bad experience. And 18% mandatory tip INCLUDED on your bill?? Seriously?! The kind of service we received truly wasn't worth that much. read more

Japango - 18% mandatory tip (we were only 3 people)! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

A shell of its former self. Just like the testimonials on their menu, Japango easily deserved five stars for quality, value, and service...10 years ago. I don't know exactly when this changed (owner change?). Currently the prices are exorbitant, the quality is drastically reduced, and the service is brusque. $35 for 12 pieces of nigiri, all second-rate, including 2x salmon, tuna, etc. This is what passes for deluxe sushi? At this price point? My partner got the chirashi supreme and was given the toughest belly portion of yellowtail. And 3x salmom and tuna. This kind of filler padding at $37 is plain ridiculous. Another easily noticeable thing was that the food came almost instantly. Which means it was premade. The chefs are cleaely busy preparing uber eats and foodora orders ahead of time. I'm saddened because I use to sing their praises. I used to come reguarly and wanted to revisit a gem. Not the case anymore. I almost want a refund. The food feels like your run-of-the-mill cheapo sushi joint except at their old premium prices times two. I only gave them a second star because I didn't get food poisoning. And they put wasabi in their nigiri. I'm clearly reaching here. Spend your money elsewhere, if you can. (Too bad Yutaka closed down 'cause it was great). read more

I came back to Japango to get take-out for a 'celebratory' lunch for my friend's last day at work. [Spoiler] This review is not going to be a happy one. The orders were ready in the allotted time provided - pick up is fairly simple. The restaurant opens at 11AM but the lunch special does not roll around until 11:30 AM which is fine but may needed to be taken in to account for short lunches. The 3 of us ordered. 1. Chirashi Don My friend was so excited to eat this as her 'last lunch' with us ... & then (verbatim): "look at this shiny fish, why is it rubbery???" 2. Sashimi Don My other coworker and I both got the sashimi don which I was suuuper excited for. Unfortunately, the excitement was short lived. - My friend found multiple scales on her fish. We get that 'accidents' happen - but for $20 for a bowl, they should definitely have been more careful - Then I found a little sliver of a bone in mine. HOW?! We all agreed there was less fish this time than last time. My co-worker said the highlight of her sashimi don was the egg (which is really good) but shouldn't have been the best part of the bowl. I feel like the quality of the bowl has somehow deteriorated and is definitely not something I'd purchase again. read more

Came here for lunch with my family and to be honest it's a little pricey for me like $6 for edamame is just crazy. When we went there they didn't serve bento boxes which sucked since what I wanted was the specials. The food was okay, nothing too special. read more

My partner and I LOVE sushi and this is normally our go-to place. Unfortunately, it's not really possible to do a sit-down dinner like we'd usually do during times like these, but we decided to help support local businesses. It was our fist time trying curbside pick up and it went pretty well all things considered! My partner was more than a little bummed that we couldn't get their all-you-can-eat sushi, but we ordered two of the teriyaki bento boxes and they were delicious! I know we're all going through some tough times right now, but we can get through it together...if we order lots of sushi :) read more

In terms of downtown Toronto sushi, this place really hits the spot. It's not the absolute best in terms of fish quality/freshness but is pretty darn good for its price point. I usually get the chirashi bowl there and, besides having a generous portion (and variety) of sashimi on top, their rice is delightful to eat and seasoned well. In terms of the items on their menu, I've tried their rolls with some friends before. However, I do think their sashimi platters or chirashi bowls are a much better bang for your buck and surprisingly does not taste as fishy as their rolls do. For the past few years, this place has been reliable when I'm seriously craving sushi and I do think it is worth to try at least once! read more

Japango has always been my go to a la carte sushi place in downtown Toronto. It's super convenient by eaton centre and it is a super cozy place of around 20 people seatings. The menu is a little pricy but I think it's worth it for the good pieces of sushi and sashimi we get. Every piece is unique and fresh and their sushi rice is sweet with the perfect consistency. Their uni is from Boston and it wasn't that pricy. It was very sweet and a good big piece. Overall, the 4 meals we had costed around $140 with tax and before tips. I was recommend getting a reservation before going if you want to sit down. As well, I noticed a lot of takeouts so definitely that is a good option as well! I was definitely go again! read more

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My friend introduced me to this cozy, hole in the wall place near Yonge-Dundas square. One of the best sashimi/sushi combo places around. It is a very small place so make sure you reserve a table in advance. Not for big groups in my opinion (it sits 15 people maximum based on what I saw). Servers were extremely polite, our server could not speak English very well but tried her best to answer our questions. The one star deduction is because of their prices; a bit higher than average in my opinion. They have an extensive a la carte menu for sushi and sashimi. If you want to try sushi you have never tried before, check out their a la carte menu. I loved their raw quail egg sushi (and it looked good). read more

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I am disappointed that Japango is not like it used to be at all. The Japango roll was ok. The rest (salmon roll, hamachi roll, sunomono salad) was very ordinary, not super fresh. The seaweed wasn't fresh and crispy either. It used to be our go-to for fresh sushi but no longer. This is now an average spot with high prices that don't justify the quality. read more

Japango is a hidden gem. In a city where there's so many sushi restaurants, Japango stands out. This place is always busy during lunch and dinner so try to get a reservation. The sushi and sashimi is fresh and high quality. The signature Japango roll is delicious. The combined flavours of spicy mayo, seared scallop and seared salmon works well together. The deluxe sushi and sashimi platters are freshly prepared - sushi purists would approve. The only reason I did not give this place 5 stars is because the restaurant itself is very small and the tables and chairs are packed together. It is not the most comfortable setting, but you do not come here for the setting. You come here for the delicious sushi. read more

Japango - Sushi and sashimi platter - Sushi Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Heard this place was pretty good so I dropped by for quick bite. The location was super small with only about 10 tables. To make things brief, the sushi was pretty fresh but the location and food as a whole was definitely overrated. The Japango roll was way too spicy and the serving sizes were tremendously small compared to the price point. In my opinion, there are far better options for the amount you are paying in the area. read more

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Decent sushi, but not the best I've had in Toronto by far. We visited on a Wednesday evening, and it was extremely packed (i.e. be prepared to creatively fold yourself out from behind tables, and good luck finding a spot for your purses and jackets). Take note: they do they reservations, so if you plan on coming here during a peak meal time, do yourself a favour and call ahead for a table. This also seems like a hot spot for take out orders - many were arriving for pickup every few minutes. Atmosphere is very casual - in the evenings, lighting is pretty dim (an FYI if you're attempting to take food pictures!). We ordered several items: Scallops, Tempura Appetizer, Gyoza, Japango Roll (their signature roll), Crunchy Spicy Tuna, and Crunchy Spicy Salmon. Overall, everything was decent. The fish was very fresh and presented well. The Japango Roll was probably the best item out of everything we ordered - tasty, interesting textures, bursts of flavour. I would DEFINITELY recommend this item - it was our highlight. However, while everything else tasted fine and was of decent quality, it wasn't more than average. If I was in the area, I wouldn't mind trying this place again, but I wouldn't go out of my way for it. For everything, with tax and tip, for two people, I paid around $75.00. read more

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I found this place to be subpar for the quality of the sushi and the service. My friend and I went on a Sunday night for dinner. The price was pretty fair, i felt like it was cheaper than other places that you would go to, $23 for the regular sashimi and $28 for the regular sushi. It's weird that the deluxe sushi had 18 pieces and was $35, but the regular which is 15 pieces. So it was cheaper per fish to get the regular, maybe the deluxe had better quality? idk lol. Make sure to go a bit earlier or get a reservation, the place only allows you to stay for 1 hour. The restaurant is really small and there isn't much room between tables, I suggest that you don't bring any bags (a small purse is fine) as you have really no room to put it. The servers are are very kind and sweet, but seemed a little rushed for you to order, I guess it's because of the 1 hour limit they implied. For the food, I've never had salad with peanut butter? dressing so that was an interesting dish. The miso soup was the saltiest miso soup I have ever had... The sashimi and sushi was a tad disappointing, I feel like the quality of the sashimi was about a 4/5 bc it wasn't the kind of fish I liked. The sushi was a 3/5 for the same reason. If you are into the fish sushi in the pictures then this would be a great place for you! read more

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This tiny hole in the wall is truly a gem. I came here at around 12 p.m. and around more than half of the restaurant was already full. The place was very small and they try to fit as many tables as possible. I ordered chirashi bowl which was $17 for lunch time. Usually I don't go to ala carte restaurants but the reviews brought me here. For the bowl, it was imaginably one of the best dishes I've ever ate. The selection of fish they gave me were all fresh and delicious. The rice itself is another story, the rice was very good since I could taste the rice vinegar in it and they gave a very distinct taste. Overall I feel like this place is a quick eat and go restaurant as there is very limited seating and there's usually a line up at the door. I would totally come back here if I'm in the mood for another chirashi bowl! read more

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If you like quality sushi and exceptionally fast service but don't mind small tables I recommend Japango. The toro was fantastic! It's a very small restaurant so they need to turn their tables which they do. We had a full dinner with drinks and appetizers in 30 minutes. We didn't feel rushed though since food came out at lightning speed. Great sushi in a no frills ambience. I'll be back!! read more

How have I been walking past this restaurant for the past 4 years and never been?! On Yelp, there were mixed reviews about this place, but I would highly recommend y'all to come and try this place out for yourselves. I had the Chirashi don and my friend had the Sashimi one lunch set, both recommendations from the waitress. The sashimi comes out looking fresh and beautiful. The taste was also impeccable, each piece melts in your mouth! I particularly enjoyed the seared sashimi, as it was the most tender and bursting with flavour. The rice, which is just as important as the fish itself, was slightly tangy from the vinegar and acted as a good complement. The restaurant is pretty tiny and unassuming, but that's what makes Japango such an authentic experience. Prices were pretty reasonable for lunch, although it is leaning on the pricey side for dinner. read more

Japango - Chirashi don - Sushi Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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The food is mediocre here, nothing special (including sushi, sashimi and udon). It's a little pricy for the average food quality.

Years ago, a good friend brought me here for omakase. We were seated in that dinky uncomfortable table, right up against the window. We sat side by side wth our backs pressed against the window, with no elbow room at all. It was fine though, the food made up for it . Years later, today, I brought my husband here, relying on my memory of the good food I once had. (Also, it's family day and all the other good omakase places were busy or closed. To be honest, I'd much rather go to another place because this is a really small and uncomfortably intimate space.) We got a call 20 minutes before the reservation to be reminded to be on time. Okay...i get it, you're a teeny tiny restaurant so you need people to be on time. We got there, the waitress was...clinical and there to get the job done. She barely introduced the dishes. She hovered and waiting impatiently for us to finish each course. As soon as we were done a course, plates snatched and the next quickly thrown on. It was a very rushed and rude experience. In every omakase meal, there's always one or two dishes that's so-so but in this case, over half the dishes were inedible. I actually left expensive food on the plate because it was gross. The only salvageable pieces were the sashimi slices but I'm not here paying for sashimi. I can go to Taro for that. I'm here for omakase and it sucked. The appetizer was sloppily thrown together. The soup was so bland, all the pieces of shrimp, fish and tofu in the soup were also bland companions. The warm food was overly sweet. I left my ribs and forced myself to eat two bites of the miso cod. You can get better cod at AYCE. At the end of my 40 minute omakase experience, I understood why their food has gone downhill. Their focus is now on food delivery. While I was slowly thrown into disappointment, i watched ten orders of food rushed out to UberEATS and Skip the Dishes drivers. I guess fast food is Japango's new market. Remove the expectations from your menu then! Just serve black dragon rolls and shrimp tempura! Service was terrible. Space and ambience claustrophobic and creaky. Most of the food was worst than a crappy level AYCE restaurant. The only thing I'd eat here is the sashimi but don't torture yourself or burn your wallet for a few good pieces of sashimi. You're better off with a bento box at Kyoto's next door. read more

Japango - Here's the very bland Manila clam soup. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I visited Japango on July 1st around 9pm for dinner. First thing that came to mind was how small the restaurant is. I've read quite a few reviews about Japango having terrible service however my friend and I received our food pretty quickly and everyone was very welcoming. Although Japango is a small hole-in-the-wall restaurant, I would for sure go back again. The food is AMAZING. We ordered the sashimi dinner, tuna rolls, spicy salmon roll, agedashi tofu and black sesame ice cream. Everything we ordered was fresh and full of flavour. Although this place isn't cheap, you do get what you pay for which is amazing quality sushi. read more

Japango - Sushi Bars Near Me - Toronto, Ontario