8 of the best sushi restaurants in and around Toronto, from all-you-can-eat to high-end
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A sushi roll from Koi Japan Sushi, Toronto. Right: Salmon sushi from Echo Sushi, Toronto.
Whether you're keen to share a few rolls or inhale a whole platter to yourself (no judgment here!), the Toronto sushi scene consistently delivers.
From high-end spots that use exceptional ingredients to your favourite, humble, all-you-can-eat joint, there's no shortage of delicious Toronto sushi restaurants that are sure to appease any true lover of the popular Japanese dish.
Without further ado, here are some standout spots in and around Toronto that are bringing their A-game to sushi and beyond!
Yasu
Price: 💸💸💸💸
Cuisine: Japanese
Address: 81 Harbord St, Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: “There is only one menu" reads the website for this tiny, intimate prix-fixe restaurant headed by Chef Yasu, which happens to be Canada’s first Omakase sushi bar.
Chef Yasu’s coveted, ever-changing daily tasting menu is built to feature fresh, seasonal, quality fish prepared expertly and thoughtfully. It certainly isn’t cheap at $185 per seating - which includes a kaiseki plate, soup, seasonal nigiri, and a dessert - but if you’re looking for memorable Japanese cuisine that cuts no corners, you have to check this place out!
Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible
Sushi Legend
Price: 💸💸
Cuisine: Japanese
Address: 3-10 Ravel Rd, North York, ON and 2-175 Commander Blvd, Scarborough, ON
Why You Need To Go: If you’re looking for a simple, satisfying sushi spot a little more off the beaten path, you’d be wise to check out this warm and inviting restaurant with locations in both North York and Scarborough.
Sushi Legend maintains a strong following for its extensive all-you-can-eat menu of delicious appetizers, sushi, sashimi, and hand rolls featuring the usual suspects: dynamite rolls, California rolls, spicy salmon, and so much more. Better still, this spot will fill you up without breaking the bank!
Accessibility: Varies by location
Miku
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Cuisine: Japanese
Address: 10 Bay St. #105, Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: This airy and elegant fine dining restaurant inside Bay Street’s Waterpark Place specializes in Aburi - or “flame seared” - Japanese cuisine from sushi to share plates and well beyond.
While Miku's visitors can certainly choose from a variety of extremely appealing a la carte dishes, many will be tempted to try the Aburi Prime Experience: a tasting menu in four courses that shows off a curated selection of nine nigiri prepared using a variety of techniques including flame searing, sous vide, fish aging, and marinating. For a sushi splurge, you can’t do much better than this place.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
PLANTA Queen
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Cuisine: Vegan Pan-Asian
Address: 180 Queen St W, Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: Don’t love raw fish, but still love the idea of sushi and want to get the fullest possible experience? PLANTA Queen is the place for you.
This airy, chic restaurant in the entertainment district has a menu packed with Asian fusion dishes of all sorts, from fried rice to dumplings to stir fries and beyond. But the sushi is of particular note, mostly because it - like the rest of the menu - is 100% plant-based.
That’s right! This vegan spot holds its own in the Toronto sushi scene by finding creative ways of replicating flavourful sushi without the use of any animal products: think ahi watermelon hand rolls, unagi eggplant nigiri, and dragon rolls with tempura broccoli.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Kinoya Sushi & Bar
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Cuisine: Japanese
Address: 293 King St W, Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: From the warm and approachable atmosphere to the standout food, Kinoya is a Toronto favourite among sushi lovers.
Bridging the gap between humbler sushi spots and fine fare, this restaurant - located right across from the TIFF Bell Lightbox and Princess of Wales Theatre - boasts a sturdy selection of sushi rolls, maki, and nigiri alongside other Japanese dishes like donburi, teriyaki stir fries, and shareable appetizers. Best of all, the inclusive menu features vegetarian and vegan options, so even sushi lovers who don’t eat fish will have plenty to enjoy.
Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible
Echo Sushi
Price: 💸💸
Cuisine: Japanese
Address: 2036 Yonge St, Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: This relaxed, no-frills Japanese restaurant on Yonge Street is easy to overlook, but don’t let this solid sushi spot and its sturdy menu pass you by.
Receiving consistent praise from locals for its all-you-can-eat sushi that’s as fresh and delicious as it is affordably priced, Echo Sushi has no shortage of options for sushi, sashimi, hand rolls, sushi pizza, and signature rolls, including some unique vegetarian sushi selections like the Hawaiian roll with mango, banana, green grape, and blueberry sauce. Intrigued? Give them a try!
Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible
Koi Japan
Price: 💸💸
Cuisine: Japanese
Address: 281 Augusta Ave, Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: A chill spot in the heart of Kensington Market, Koi sets itself apart with its focus on inari sushi: a preparation of sushi that’s housed in fried tofu pouches rather than being wrapped in nori.
The restaurant itself calls it “stylish pocket sushi” and offers an appealing variety of options, even for those who don’t like raw fish. Torched salmon and dynamite sushi are matched by bulgogi teriyaki, the Hot & Sweat with gochujang steak, or the self-explanatory Cheesy Crab. If you’re looking for a sushi experience that’s a little more off the beaten path, this might be the place for you.
Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible
Shoushin
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Cuisine: Japanese
Address: 3328 Yonge St, Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: At Shoushin, cozy modern trappings house authentic Japanese sushi crafted by veteran chef Jackie Lin, who knows how to put simple, high-end ingredients to outstanding use.
The result is one of the more splurgy spots for sushi in Toronto: Shoushin’s two prix-fixe tasting menus are priced at $380 and $520, making this an experience best suited for the most hardcore sushi lovers out there. But those willing to part with the cash will be rewarded with what is often regarded as one of Toronto’s best sushi experiences, highlighting the highest quality seafood and seasonal ingredients.
Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible