To be fully honest, I came into Toshi Sushi with very high expectations due to all the rave reviews. But I've now visited and picked up to-go orders a few times now and all the experiences have been mediocre to average. The sushi competition is fierce in this city and there are plenty of great options. In comparison, Toshi is a-okay to average in my books. I've gotten a few different rolls now: + Dynamite Roll + Cali Roll + Dragon Roll + Spider Roll + House Roll + Spicy Salmon Roll + Chicken Katsu Roll + Sweet Potato Roll + Chopped Scallop Roll While the sushi tastes fresh, the portions are fairly small. I mean it's fairly priced - the rolls are anywhere from $2.95 to $9.50, so in comparison to other spots you definitely are paying less. The restaurant itself is fairly small, so on most evenings there tends to be a line out the door. My suggestion if you do decide to come here is to call in for pick up, or visit around lunch time. read more

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Ordered take-out (that's all they have right now). Aside from the 30 cent bag fee which isn't their fault, 5 stars for the sushi-very fresh. Ordered (real crab) california roll, sockeye salmon roll, sockeye salmon sashimi, dragon roll, and shrimp tempura. read more

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Toshi is oishi It's good for the value that you're paying for. And don't just trust me, trust the many others that are willing to wait in line! The place doesn't take reservations, so the early bird gets the worm on this one. A cool little practice that sets this place apart is their introduction to daily soecials. Right off the bat before you're seated you'll be taken to their specials wall and be introduced to the days special Unfortunately this day they were low on specials, and with a group of friends we were only able to order incomplete sets of special nigiri to try out To our delight, people have got to try this fish - the Akayagara It tastes like an offspring between a Tai and a Saba. With the sweetness of Tai and the firmness of Saba, this fish will make you craving more For the night we also had spot prawns , regular prawns (amaebi), prawn tempura and fried spot prawn heads, a sure prawn extravaganza. Don't forget fresh Saba, tobiko and ikura! read more

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Super efficient waitlist system, service and simply great sushi and sashimi! Delicious blue fin tuna toro and reasonable price. No complaint! read more

The line ups are worth the wait. The last few times my partner and I ended up sharing a table, but that other couple actually added to the experience. We ended up sharing/splitting a few dishes that we otherwise would not have tried. read more

It has been ages since we visited Toshi partly because it is a bit far for me now. Anyhow, due to the pandemic, the restaurant is only takeout. So, no long line ups. We ordered the following for lunch: -House roll -dragon roll -bc roll -box sushi All rolls were delicious and they were always my favorite at Toshi. One thing noticed is the menu has shrunk. I am a little disappointed not to see my other favorites like the the miso eggplant, miso black cod and the tuna tataki. I hope Toshi will bring these back one day. read more

A great spot for casual and fresh sushi and sashimi and other standout dishes including soft shelled crab tempura and baked miso eggplant. Overall: 4/5 Value: 4.5/5 Food: 5/5 Decor: 3.5/5 Service: 4.5/5 Sashimi and sushi offerings are great here and at fairly reasonable prices ($3-4 a piece depending on variety). Fresh and delectable. They have several other good dishes like black cod (good and melt in your mouth tasty but sort of expensive for the portion size. The miso eggplant is such a great mix of savory and sweet with caramelized miso glaze! The bbq squid was quite good as well. Overall it's a casual and simple place but with good attentive service and fair prices compared to other options. It's not in the most central area but worth a visit. To note, they don't take reservations and usually has a line before opening at 5. Would recommend coming like 15 min early and trying to get in the first seating. read more

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How does this place have a lineup out the door all the time? I've been wanting to come here for MONTHS and FINALLY got a chance tonight and I was quite disappointed. FOOD/DRINK: 29/50 This is why people go to restaurants, obviously. I would like someone to tell me what's so special about Toshi Sushi. I had so many people recommend this place to me but it truly didn't have anything more exciting than the next $4.50/roll sushi house. The only thing that got me remotely excited was the gomae (2nd best I've ever had). The miso soup wasn't hot. The "spicy" tuna roll wasn't spicy. The quality of tuna was average, not terrible though. The baked eggplant is apparently one of their most popular dishes... Really? It was nothing more than mushy baked eggplant (that wasn't very hot or fresh) brought out to you on a piece of tinfoil sprinkled with what tasted like brown sugar and soy sauce. I'm not trying to bash this place, just giving my honest experience. I will not be back, but from the looks of it, that won't effect their business too much! ;p SERVICE/SUPPORT STAFF: 19/30 We were greeted with a BIG lovely smile and promptly brought to the table. We waited for about 5 minutes before our server finally came to take our drink order. He tried to leave before I could stop him to order an appy too. This made us feel rushed. He was very kind and hit all his marks other than that. Our tea was topped up without a wait throughout the meal. Thank you! We did not finish more than half the eggmush and the other waitress asked if we wanted it packed up. I said, "Absolutely not." She did not ask if it was exceptional, she just took it off the table. If it were me, I would have taken it off the bill. It was awful. When it came time for the bill, we wanted it separate but they brought it all on one. When we asked for it separate, another girl came back with a calculator instead of ACTUALLY separating the bill by seat number. Haha. We paid and left less than impressed. ENVIRONMENT/VIBE: 11/20 It's small, cute, but you have to wait to get in because, for whatever reason (did we really just have a bad experience???), there is ALWAYS a lineup for this place! I didn't use the bathrooms or get a good look at the cleanliness of the kitchen. It felt like a nice family owned business, but still, in general, there was nothing "special" about this place in my opinion! OVERALL EXPERIENCE: 59/100 Won't be back! Enjoy your mush! :D read more

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After hearing so much about this place, it was time to check it out. You know the place is baller when it's only open for dinner, and there's a lineup out the door as soon as it opens. Parking here is woefully inadequate. My friends and I all parked at least a block away. The interior is definitely on the cramped side. There's a waiting room but there is a ton of traffic. There's a Japanese-style clipboard for the wait list. This place does not seat parties unless EVERYONE is there. Something to keep in mind. Larger groups (up to 8 or so) can be accommodated, but this isn't recommended at all. Groups of 2 are more like it. Staff are friendly. There are some strange signs inside that made my friends and I scratch our heads. For example, Thermoses are banned here. Guess people have been stealing tea? There's a regular menu, and then there's a special menu (book of business cards). This is where the special items are. Get ready to pay through the nose if you dare to venture through it. Maguro gomazuke (tuna cubes) - nice soft pieces. Good sauce. Bluefin tuna - okay, this is something special. Nice tender pieces, and very rich in colour. $20 for 8 pieces, which reflects the specialness.. These big guys are endangered, so get your fill before they go extinct. Box sushi roll - sushi in rectangular bricks. Reminds me of those fashionable square watermelons they grow in jars. Salmon and prawn with a slice of lemon. Decent taste, though the novelty is more with the shape than the ingredients. Nigiri combo - 10 different pieces such as snapper, squid, tuna, salmon, tuna, octopus, prawn, and tamago. Great for variety. Pieces are fresh. Shrimp tempura - nice fluffy batter. Unagi don - tasty, but small portion. Bow is a lot more shallow than it looks, because of a high base. Quality is decent. With that said, the portion size is quite lacking for those who eat a lot. My friend and I left hungry, and had to have a 2nd dinner. I would suggest pre-eating. read more

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I have been there few times when it grand opened, but, I didn't return for years... coz long line up. Well... I agreed the price is very reasonable with such good quality of food. But, the service was slow and NO attention from the server. ( I prefer to pay a bit more to get better food and service) My friends asked me out for dinner and they picked Toshi Sushi again. Sashimi - pretty standard and not impress at all. Not much varieties of selection. Maki (Cone) - The rice still warm in cone. So disappointed!! Sushi/Rainbow Roll - Just average read more

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Incredibly delicious and prices you can't complain about. I'm visiting from the Bay Area and if you really want fresh sashimi there, it'll rip a hole in your wallet. But not here!! I loved their hamachi and maguro sashimi. Sashimi ranged from $7-9 for 4 pieces. Quality was superb. Not a fancy place. But service was excellent and food was delicious. Need I say more? read more

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Fresh and quality sushi. Only place I know in Vancouver that has the boxed sushi with slice of lemon! So yummy. read more

One of my fave sushi spots in the neighbourhood. No reservations and always a line. Come when it opens to get a table right away or put yourself on waitlist. The chicken yakitori is amazing and has a delicious sauce. Other faves include the wild sockeye salmon sushi. read more

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I've been here a couple times and the sushi here is always fresh and tasty. But there is also always a wait to get in. Last night, we got there a bit past 7pm, so we waited just over an hour for a table. I've heard a lot of great things about the nasu dengaku (baked eggplant). So we decided to order it to give a try. It didn't disappoint. It has a nice miso glaze and is comforting on a rainy night. One of the specials they had that night was fresh saba. It was delicious. My friend saw it and said it looked really good and ended up ordering one for herself as well. It was one of our favourites of the night. Honestly, everything that we ordered was delicious. We had a variety of nigiri and rolls. The chopped scallop is a bit different than other places because it is larger chunks of scallop with a dollop of mayo. If you want something more similar to other sushi places,then the Sakura scallop is the one to go for (scallop mixed with mayo and tobiko). The family roll, which is salmon and ikura, is an interesting one because I've never seen it at other restaurants. We both really like ikura and were happy to see it in a roll. The negitoro roll is different than most other restaurants because the rice is on the outside of the roll rather than the inside. Overall, the sushi was great, prices are on par with the quality, and service was excellent. They frequently came to fill our tea and check up on us. We never felt like we needed to wave down a server, they just came by. Great sushi place to try, but be willing to wait in line. read more

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There are millions of ways to cook fish, but we just like to eat it in the sashimi-style. Toshi, apparently is one of the few places to go for sushi in Vancouver. There is always a lineup outside of the restaurant even sometimes we go before it opens, but we wouldn't leave the line and come back later because the daily menu is limited in quantity and usually sells out quickly. Toshi is not roomy, but nobody would mind. Welcomed by sushi chefs with a warm smile when we walked in while their hands were busy rolling the rice sheet, like a typical hard-working Japanese style restaurant. I would recommend choosing from the daily menu first, and the eggplant appetizer. Nigiri can be ordered individually, as many kinds as you wish to try. Don't worry, anything at Toshi was chosen with care and trusted quality. Toshi is a Japanese restaurant we go most often and always feel satisfied. (Too bad our favorite sushi chef recently retired, please send my best wishes to him) read more

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If you're in the mood for excellent sushi go here! We stayed at an Airbnb in mt pleasant and almost everyone recommended this place. We first heard about it through a book that previous guests wrote in. We tried to go on a Monday but found out it was closed when we got there! We decided to go on our last night in Vancouver the next day. WOW. Let me just start off by saying this sushi was so delicious. We stood in line for 10ish minutes until we got seated at the bar. We each got the assorted sashimi which comes with 5 different fish, 15 different pieces. I can't even explain how satisfied I was. My favorites were the salmon and toro. The salmon was a dark orange color, very different from salmon in LA or Hawaii. It was so fresh. I had no clue Vancouver had such good seafood. We also ordered the agedashi tofu, tuna tataki, and various rolls. The tataki was delicious and had such good flavor. The tuna was soft and flavorful and soaked up all the juices in the bowl. I also ordered more toro and salmon sashimi, along with a amaebi nigiri because it was so good. I would also highly recommend the box sushi roll- which is a special roll that is pressed in a box shape and has shrimp, scallop, salmon, avocado, topped with a lemon slice. So unique and such a great roll! Man, we ate a lot this night. For the amount of food we ate, the price for all of this was such a great deal. I think we paid $40-50 each which is so affordable. Yes, it was a pricer meal but so worth the money. This was hands down my favorite meal on my trip. read more

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After coming here for so many times, I figured it's time to finally write a review for this restaurant. This small, hidden gem sushi place located on 16th and Main deserve to be one of the best budget-friendly to Mid-range in Vancouver. First of all, don't expect this place to be fine dining, and they don't take a reservation, so head there early on Friday and Saturday evening. The sushi chefs and servers are more way more than some other restaurants I've been to that's doubled the size. The services are always excellent and fast, like how every other restaurant should be. Coming from someone who tried numerous sushi places while living in Tokyo, I can honestly say that their sushi meets my expectation in every aspect. Though it's not a fancy Omakase, served on wooden board, the taste of the sushi is always fresh and on par with many good sushi restaurants I've been to in Japan. Just a side note, look out for their daily specials. I had their Toshi Ramen twice and it tasted better than some ramen restaurants I've been to in Vancouver. read more

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Didn't realize I have not written a review for one of my all time favourite sushi place in town!!! Toshi is an authentic japanese restaurant, tiny place and long wait, but awesome place. If you don't want to wait, get there before they open and you will likely be the first group to get in once they open. Check out their special menu always as it changes, but the few things I like from here: - spicy agedashi tofu with some enoki mushroom and green onion - one of the best, different from other places I've tried - chicken karaage - baked eggplant - baked black cod - box sushi - some things from their special menu...for e.g. I had the blue fin tuna today. Wanted to try their sakura scallop, but didn't get a chance to. If you are in the area, check it out. read more

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You need to show up at or before opening time to make sure you can be seated early, otherwise be prepared to wait. Toshi is also not open everyday so please plan in advance! I would fly all the way to Vancouver just to eat here. The bbq eggplant is to die for. I have dreams about the eggplant dish. The sushi is also the best that I have had in North America, beating many more expensive sushi restaurants in NYC and LA for me. The prices are extremely affordable especially given the quality of the sushi here. read more

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Toshi is my favorite Japanese restaurant in Vancouver, the fish is super fresh and the dishes are delicious and consistent. I love the owner and her team is friendly and attentive, prices are also so reasonable for the quality and care that goes into the food. Thank you! read more

Got takeout from Toshi yesterday! Called to order around 6PM and it was ready around 6.30PM. Seemed to be quite busy, lots of people waiting around the sidewalk outside to pick up their orders. I ordered the following: -Dragon roll -BC Roll -Umeshiso roll -Oshinko roll -Tempura -Nigiri (Unagi & Tuna & a few others) Total price for above was about $50. Overall I thought the sushi was good, the fish and rice was fresh and the rolls were tasty. My favourite was the unagi nigiri, nice and fresh and not too sweet (sometimes unagi is served with a very sweet sauce). I was a little disappointed in the BC Roll, salmon skin itself was good but roll had too much mayo for my taste. I will definitely come back here for fresh sushi! read more

I would like to extend a hearty FU to my friend Kelvin Wong of Point Grey for introducing me to Toshi when I came to Vancouver from Toronto. If you ever read this Kelvin, all other similarly priced sushi in Toronto has tasted like ashes in my mouth thanks to you. There's no going back for me... I've now been here twice, and I can't quite remember what time I arrived at the first time, other than that it was early. The second time on a Thursday, we arrived around 6 and put our name down with about 5 or 6 groups ahead while their list (no reservations, first come first serve) was still only a single page. Within half an hour, the list was now at two full pages, and not much longer after that they stopped taking names. Get there early, folks. Anyways, my second experience closely mirrored my first and everyone knows roughly what sushi tastes like, so I will only say that I never knew that sushi could taste so good (never been to Japan) until the first time I came to Toshi. And after eating at Ajisai and Itoga, two places within the same price range, I still think that Toshi is the best of the three. Oh, and by the time we were seated (I think about 20-30 minute wait?), there were only enough pieces of Toro left so that each of the three of us could only have two pieces. Get there early, folks. A note on their system for taking names down: you need to go into the restaurant to the end of the waiting area, where there will be a sheet of paper pinned and pencil for you to write your name and group size down. After that, pay attention, because there's no other way to keep track of your turn other than to come when called. Get there early, folks. Decor is nothing special, but then again doesn't need to be fancy. Food: 5/5 Price: 5/5 Decor: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Overall: 5/5 read more

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The most amazing sushi I've ever had. This place is small and the wait is long, but it's totally worth it! Tip: To really have the best experience, I recommend going with several people so that you can all order a bunch of things to share. read more

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I have always been convinced that I KNOW the best sushi. I make sushi at home and tell my friends and family that I am a great chef. Looks like I stand corrected as Toshi is now the best. What a taste! I get goose pimples when I think of ordering sushi for my son. It finally feels like he respects me as a parent and I have Toshi Sushi to thank. I recommend Toshi to all of my colleagues and friends. Thank you Toshi!!! read more

Great basic, well-prices sushi!!! No complaints here, and I'm picky about sushi. That's all I have to say, and it should be enough. :)

Toshi is a very well priced high quality sushi joint. I'd come more often, but I don't have the patience to wait in line to eat in. I usually order sushi take out, go for a walk, and then come back in 30 mins or 45 mins to pick up my order. The take out menu is limited to mainly cold dishes though, so if you want the full variety, you'd need to put your name on the wait list for a seat. They don't even have miso soup for take out. I find that the rolls are much cheaper than my other favourite spot: Shiro. At shiro, a wild salmon maki is $4 or $4.25. Toshi is only $2.90! Shiro's 1 piece of Saba nigiri is $2.25, but $1.50 at Toshi. Ajisai is great too in Kerrisdale, but the price is similar to Shiro. I also appreciate that Toshi has a high fish to rice ratio (for rolls), which is also why I prefer it to Shiro and Ajisai in my opinion! Toshi is totally above average in sushi quality, below average in price! The only thing that sucks is that they are always too busy. Closer to closing time, they will run out of fish so if you plan to come in late, be warned! Last time, they were out of salmon, hamachi and other foods. I'd recommend coming early or getting take out, as opposed to coming late. read more

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This is one of the best Japanese restaurants I've eating from! Fabulous! Friendly staff, tasty and authentic Japanese food, fresh rolls and fair price! Totally recommend these folks! Best in mount pleasant! read more

Super quality sushi and reasonably priced given the pandemic. The choice of fish is few than most other places that we go to, however the quality wins by far. Note portions are smaller than the typical American style places but the quality and price way over compensate for it., read more

I don't think I've been to a restaurant more deserving of a 5-star rating than Toshi Sushi. It's seriously cramping the style of all of my other 5-star reviews; I'm considering retracting all of them and leaving this one as my only 5-star review. This place is nothing short of outstanding from beginning to end. Between Aritzia, moose, Japadog stands, and Toshi, you may as well slap me across the face and call me Canadian. Why I haven't permanently settled in Canada yet is beyond me because when I had their sashimi here, it was like a Marvin Gaye soundtrack containing his best of hits in my mouth. Yes, and it was panty-dropping hot. Being a master of subtle coercion, I lured my partner here to eat on the account of Toshi having black cod. I had been here before and remembered how good their rolls were but now that I have blossomed into such a refined individual, I wanted to mainly have their sashimi this time around. I'm not going to lie, the waiting that is accomplished here is unbearable and agonizing. It pained me deep down in my impatient soul. I was on the verge of putting my face up against the window only to spew archaic-sounding threats that if ye are stupideth enough to witness thine wrath, ye shall hurry the fuck upeth. To get in, there's a list posted on the wall where you sign your name and put however many people are in your party. They recommend no larger than 6 and if you've seen this place, even I'd want to hurt you a little bit if you were legitimately playing with that idea. I really wouldn't come here with more than 2 people. It's a lot faster to get a table and it's not 3 people, which is an awkward number no matter the circumstance. We ordered, in all: salmon cheeks, uni nigiri, salmon roe with quail egg, baked oysters, BC Roll (salmon skin roll), 8-pcs yellowtail, 5-pcs tuna and salmon, and broiled black cod (black cod takes 30 minutes to cook but we were like, fuck it, nothing's going to stand in the way between that fish and us). I'm at a loss for an accurate description of the deliciousness that was had. Everything exceeded my standards, even, on freshness, quality, and portions. No specific thing was better or out-did the other one, it was excellent all around. If I could do round 2, I would order the same things because they I loved it all that much. We had bar seats with a great view of the sushi chefs at work. They expertly crafted the nigiri as well as the BC Roll with no hairs out of place. Their sashimi slices are huge and I struggled with being able to eat it in one bite. As far as the broiled/baked options like the baked oysters and broiled black cod, both cooked to perfection. By "perfection," I mean that the baked oysters came out hot and with the proper amount of oysters, mushrooms, and egg whites. The way the black cod was cooked tasted better than any black cod I've had, ever. It fell apart so beautifully and is a total show-stopper. Let the photos speak for themselves. Not only was the sushi already great but the service was exceptional. An older, friendly woman kept our drinks refilled and guest checks in order. Our waitress is wifey material. I like her and definitely someone I'd bring as a +1 to ice cream socials, PTA meetings, and back to my mom's house. Despite how busy the place was and a small mishap on our order, she upheld a great attitude, pleasant smile, and was more than willing to stop and give us yays or nays on our choices. Although it was more like "yays" across the board because you can't do wrong at Toshi. This is a must-stop when in Vancouver. read more

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The black cod is single-handedly the best fish I've ever devoured in my whole life (so far). This was well worth the 25 minute wait my boyfriend and I had to endure. We were the unlucky pair who lined up before they opened at 5pm and BARELY missed being seated (the two girls in front of us got the last seats at the sushi bar). We were prepared to sulk in our misery for 45 minutes (projected wait t time the waitress gave us), when we were pleasantly surprised that there were two openings available at the sushi bar. We got straight to business and inquired our waitress for the most popular items. She recommended, among other dishes, the gin tara saikyo yaki (black cod) and box sushi roll. That is what we ordered, along with the tuna & salmon sashimi. First, that grilled miso black cod was incredible. The fish was packed with sweet tasting miso. The meat was heavenly, so juicy and fatty. The texture was silky smooth. The flavors were intricate: a blend of sweet, smoky, and savory goodness. You HAVE to order this. The portions are fair, although I didn't really want to share it with my partner. We should have ordered two! Or maybe ten. Tuna & salmon sashimi - your standard sashimi. However, the slices were thick and generous. My boyfriend and I were suspicious because the salmon was an extremely bright red hue. This wasn't so standard...it did taste like salmon though. The sashimi wasn't particularly great, nor was it bad. As I mentioned, it's your standard sashimi. Box sushi roll - a pressed sushi roll topped with salmon, prawn, and thin lemon slices with avocado filling. This was an interesting roll; the first box shaped roll I've ever encountered. Despite its unique shape, the roll was bland and boring. Toshi Sushi is a quaint little spot that has gained a fervent following. I'm not sure how the rest of their sushi fares (considering the fact that we ordered off of the waitress's recommendations), but that black cod. Jesus. read more

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Toshi is a no-frills Japanese resto that offers everything you want from a sushi joint - FRESH SUSHI. Forget the fancy cocktails, dim lighting and dance music. There, it's all about generous cuts of sashimi, hot soups and apps, quick service and affordable prices. Yes, the wait is long-isssssh. I've waited longer for mediocre food at other restaurants. Twenty to 30 minutes ain't so bad when you make it to your table, order a Kirin and drool over the menu. My favorites of then night were the miso eggplant which was like sugared butter - seriously, gimme the recipe; spicy agedashi tofu; spicy ahi tuna sashimi; box sushi roll - I've never had a citrusy sushi roll with a lemon peel; and the spicy scallop sashimi. I was too full to finish the last round of bites, so I didn't make my way over to the salmon roe with the massive quail egg, but it looked so rich and decadent. If I ever find myself in Vancouver BC again, you'll find me in line at Toshi. read more

Continues to be one of the best Values in Vancouver...lineup for 430p to get in at 5p... We've been going here for years and honestly there are only a few restaurants we'd be willing to lineup in Vancouver, and this is one of them. Opens at 5pm so if you get in at 430p you'll be guaranteed in the first seating...after that all bets are off. Sushi, Sashimi and other Izakaya (like Tempura) are all here. At good value prices and fresh flavours. Two people for $50 or so is not a problem, and you'll be full. Staff are friendly and professional. Your WHOLE Group has to be seated together...otherwise, they may make you wait! read more

I want to marry chef toshi. I have been eating here since the first week they opened and have been in love since. We always go before they open and eat early. Everything is super fresh and flavorful, the spicy tofu is to die for. They have lots of veg options including bean curd sheet rolls that you can't get anywhere else and super delish. Yes, there is always a line but it's totally deserved like Vij's or the Acorn. The two of us can eat until we burst for less than fifty bucks. You really can't find that kind of value anywhere else, especially for Japanese food in Vancouver. Update! I sadly found hair in two different pieces of sushi last week and their reaction was barely lukewarm. I will miss you, Toshi, but won't be back. read more

This ruined sushi for me. I will forever be longing toshi's sushi as nothing will compare to how amazing the fish is. .. plus decent prices. Return trip to Canada just for Toshi's? Yes. Bring a snack add wait is long. I don't know what else to say. TOSHI'S YOU COMPLETE ME. read more

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Overview: Great service Long wait times / no reservations Freshly made food Good quality meats / seafood Decent prices Traditional menu Don't come here if you want fancy rolls. This place is very traditional with authentic foods. The chefs and servers are also Japanese. Wait time was around 20 minutes and that's because it is a rainy night! However expect to wait up to an hour on a normal day. I liked it, and food was definitely delicious! We tried the Salmon Taku Roll, Negitoro Roll, Scallop Nigiri, Rainbow Roll, Fish Tempura Dish, Cheese Agedashi (that just melts in your mouth) and Uni Nigiri. Bill totaled to around $60 for two people. We could've been fine without one or two of the fried dishes as the rolls were very filling! So expect to spend $20 / 25 per person. I'd totally zeroing in on the Nigiri :) Best quality seafood I've seen around town. read more

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Another place on my 'hit' list of places to visit and finally get to try. Many times driving by this place and seeing people lining up to get some grub (reminds me of Anton's) and for Japanese food no doubt, line-ups only equal one thing = good food. Well that has been what everyone has been taught, that lining up, there must be something good going on inside the masterful minds cooking and slicing up the food in this tiny place along 16th. Got here just after 6, and there was already a line-up of hungry stomachs in front of us all in line waiting to hear their names called to get a seat. Coming from Eat Vancouver, we were ok in terms of hunger, the wait for our table of 4 was about 40 minutes, more of less (I think more!). By the time we got to the table, we were hungry, and anything that looked like food that would hit the table would disappear (like putting a steak in a piranha tank), and we were ready to order, as being outside waiting allows you to think clearly as to what is on the menu and what to blurb out once the waitress comes along and ask, "are you ready to order". The words, "please give us a few secs" does not come to play, as your already thankful your sitting at a table, and still looking at the other people that came after you standing there like helpless souls while you smile back (and in your head you want to say.. I've been where you are buddy!). Not going in order, there was salmon sashimi, nabiyaki udon, deep fried gyoza, bc roll, grilled black cod (this one took awhile but they do mention this on the menu), and a salmon/tuna don. They all came at a good time, all nice and fresh, especially the salmon sashimi, out of them all, the color was a deep red, plump, very well down. I found the bc roll done just right, not too much rice, a good hint of salmon (was hoping for more crunchy salmon skin) but a very attractive dish, especially the presentation (and it stayed in place, did not fall apart). As for the udon, the soup base was good, the noodles themselves were a little over cooked, soft, no bite (my journey for good udon continues!). The food was ok, not mind blowing, as I guess your mind plays tricks on you when you have to stand around outside and wait to the point it seemed forever to stuff food down your throat. I think the next time I come, it will be for take-out, and maybe I'll have a different mindset then and a follow up to my review. But a warning to you all, don't be starving and come here in the middle of their opening hours expecting to get in. Your screaming stomach will not like you for this, especially at this place, expect to wait, of just order to go! read more

Toshi Sushi - Salmon sashimi! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Yes, the wait can be long. So... in my opinion, those reading the reviews who do not like waiting in line can simply avoid this place because you were warned. Not sure what most people expect when they visit a restaurant with near perfect ratings? It's either the line is too long or the restaurant was not busy so "it's not a good sign". Tough times for popular restaurants that have a good track record - people can be so impatient! Now, for sushi lovers who appreciate fresh food without the fancy bells and whistles, this place stands out in Vancouver and is well worth lining up for. Most of the time as a party of two we don't wait longer than 30 minutes. Plus, if you have Pokemon Go that's no time at all! I've listed photos of the dishes we ordered tonight. They are pretty self explanatory and hopefully capture how fresh their sushi really is. I highly recommend the black cod and any variety of their sashimi. So good we don't even notice the price tag (which by the way, is not that much more than mediocre restaurants out there). Why would you even question paying a little more for superior food?! read more

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I love this place! I've been here a couple of times and their sushi never disappoints. It's not your typical Korean-run sushi joint. Everything on their menu is simple and when I mean simple, I mean their rolls aren't anything fancy with the extra sauces on top. They have the basic rolls and Toshi is able to take that and make it taste good with the quality, and you can tell they put extra care and effort into making their rolls. This is what REAL sushi is supposed to look and taste like. I always get the spicy combo (spicy scallop + spicy tuna) and it is like CRACK. Fish is always fresh here and I hope this place stays around for a long time. 5/5 stars! read more

One of the best sushi restaurants I've had in Canada. This tiny little place always has a line-up, and for good reason. Their fish is F-R-E-S-H! I would recommend the albacore tuna, wild sockeye salmon, toro (of course, you must have toro), hamachi and the amberjack. We also tried the pressed sushi - this was only ok. If you love sashimi, you can't really go wrong with their selections here. read more

The only restaurant I would line up for is Toshi. Sometimes it's a 1/2 hour wait, sometimes it is 1 hour. Is it worth the wait? Hell yes! Prices are very reasonably priced considering how fresh their food is. Everything on their menu is delicious, but I always end up ordering these 3 items. Negitoro roll, grilled eggplant and their black cod. Service is always great and I never had any problems. If you wanted a quiet meal with a lot of space, you won't find it Toshi... however, you will not regret eating at here. read more