Best sushi in Toronto

78 people recommend, 4 warn against itvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters recommend J San, and many single it out as a takeout or delivery pick. Several also say it is good value for the quality. Commenters rarely say which outlet they mean; the location shown here is the downtown one on Jarvis St, which one commenter names among downtown options. Some diners are less sure: one calls it mainly takeout-style though tasty, one says it is not special-occasion level, and one was let down by the fish.

Downtown

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Most diners recommend Sushi Kaji for omakase, and many describe it as good value. Many praise the food, calling the omakase traditional, high quality or excellent. Many note that the place looks plain (one calls it a strip-mall location on the Queensway in Etobicoke), but recommend it anyway; one finds the room itself lovely. One diner finds the rice too sweet and another notes Osaka-style rice is sweet and divides eaters; one found it underwhelming, and one thinks the non-sushi dishes could be better.

Etobicoke

69 people recommend, 5 warn against itvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters recommend Oroshi, and many name it as a top takeout sushi pick. Several praise the quality of the fish, and one calls its sashimi especially good. Commenters note it is takeout-only, with no dine-in. Some diners are less sure: one found the premium fish not worth the cost and the tuna and scallop mediocre, and one found the smoked-style fish not to their taste.

West End

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Most commenters recommend MSSM, and many call it good value for an omakase meal while many praise the sushi itself. Ten name the Yorkville location specifically. Not everyone agrees: ten commenters warn against it and seven more are mixed, and several say the experience depends on who is working.

Yorkville

46 people recommend, 8 warn against itvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO, r/sushi

Most commenters who name Kibo recommend it, and several say it is good value for casual or takeaway sushi. Kibo has many outlets and most commenters do not say which one they mean; the location shown here is the College and Ossington branch, which several name. Views are mixed: several describe it as inconsistent or only decent, several say other sushi spots are better or call it mediocre, and one says it is only a little ahead of fast food as a date choice.

College and Ossington

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Most commenters recommend Yasu, and many rate the food highly: one calls it their best sushi meal to date and one singles out the tamago. Several point to the Harbord location. Many also mention the cost, and three say it is poor value or too expensive for what it offers; one visited once and will not return.

Harbord

38 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters recommend Shunoko, and many describe its omakase as good value; several also praise the sushi itself. A few call it relaxed, laid-back or casual, and one calls it intimate. Caveats: one liked the otoro but not the other pieces, one would order the sushi platters instead of the omakase, and one wanted a hot dish alongside the sushi.

Yonge Lawrence

36 people recommend, 6 warn against itvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters recommend Yugen's omakase, and many call it good value. Three describe it as a good choice for a birthday, anniversary or celebration, and a few say the fish was fresh. Views are mixed on the main counter: a few felt the pace was quick, one finds the course structure not very authentic though the individual dishes hold up, and several rank Kaji ahead of it. A few call it disappointing or a poor recommendation.

Main Counter

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Many commenters recommend Yuzuki for good sushi, and several call the fish fresh, strong or high quality. Commenters name two locations, Spadina and Bloor: three point to Spadina and several to Bloor, so check which one you want. One calls the seating unpretentious and one says the Spadina fish market is not a romantic spot. One diner advises skipping it after inconsistent recent visits.

Spadina

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Most commenters recommend Toro Toro, and many praise the sushi itself; one calls the maki rolls the best they have had. Several rate it as a takeout or delivery pick, and a few mention its presentation. A few find it pricey while some say the price is fair for the quality. Caveats: one says its aburi falls well short, one finds takeout less dependable than J San, and one thinks praise is mostly for the sauce. Toro Toro has more than one outlet and most commenters do not say which they mean; those who do name Yonge and Charles or near Yonge and Bloor, and the location shown here is the Yonge and Charles one.

32 people recommend, 8 warn against itvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters who weigh in recommend Kaka for its all-you-can-eat format, and several name it as their go-to or a top AYCE pick. A couple mention the tableside hand rolls and a couple say it has stayed solid over the years. Eight commenters are critical and three more are mixed; some cite unappealing rice, and two say it has slipped over time. One calls its sushi not amazing.

Downtown

25 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto

Most commenters recommend Miku, and many simply name it as their sushi pick; two call it the top or obvious choice. A couple point to its torched aburi sushi. Five say it costs more, though a few say it fits their budget. One says the buzz around it does not match the experience, and another finds the vibe only middling and the room loud.

21 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters recommend Sushi Legend, several of them for its all-you-can-eat format; four call it the best or most dependable AYCE pick, and one says it is top tier on weekends. One group that tried four AYCE spots agreed it was best, praising its sushi and tempura. Commenters name different branches and the location shown here is the North York one, which a few name; two note it is far out from downtown. Not everyone agrees: three call it middling or merely acceptable for AYCE and two call it terrible or poor.

North York

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Most commenters recommend JaBistro; several call the food good and a few see it as good value, with one saying it serves great sushi at a lower cost than omakase spots. A couple suggest ordering a la carte. Two diners had poor experiences: one found the sushi over-sauced and bland and one found it overhyped and expensive. One says it used to be their favourite but they have been away a while.

Downtown

19 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto

Most commenters who name Japango recommend it as a sushi pick, and a few point to its lunch, with one calling the lunch special very high quality. A couple say it used to be good but they have not been in a while, while a couple say it is still very good. One finds the room cramped and the visit quick, and another says it suits solo diners or pairs better than larger groups.

17 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Taro's Fish is widely recommended, several tie it to sushi and sashimi, and several call it a top pick or go-to. Several mention takeout, and a few note it costs more, though two feel the quality justifies it. One notes it is a fair way from downtown yet still worth the trip, one finds the opening hours odd, and one says the knife work varies by location.

17 people recommendvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto

Most commenters recommend Kingyo, mostly just by name; some name Kingyo Fisherman's Market itself, shown here in Cabbagetown. One likes the torched scallop, negitoro bowl and pressed salmon ikura sushi. One says it ranks among the closest to Japan-level sushi they have had, and one notes it is not cheap.

Cabbagetown

17 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters recommend Matsuda, often as an all-you-can-eat pick, and several name the Don Mills branch; one calls it the best AYCE they have found. A few point to its Scarborough branch instead. Individual praise includes the teppanyaki and sushi pairing, tablet ordering, solid meats and the sunshine and mango rolls. One says quality fell after the pandemic, one says a meal of basic dishes felt wasteful, and one says friends moved to a Scarborough spot with comparable or better sushi.

Don Mills

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Most commenters recommend August 8, and five name the Eglinton branch, shown here; three others point to its Scarborough branch and three to its Chinatown one. One calls it a regular go-to, one says no other spot offers a wider selection and one likes its torched sushi. Five are negative: they say to avoid it, call it terrible, are not a fan, say the downtown branch is bad, or liked it until trying the all-you-can-eat. Two are lukewarm about its sushi.

Eglinton

16 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters recommend Hay Sushi, and many praise the food. Hay has several outlets: five commenters name the Eglinton West or Avenue Road branch, shown here, and one names the Willowdale branch. One says they go for date nights and three call the pricing fair for the quality. One diner who ate at the Eglinton location was underwhelmed and found it pricey.

Eglinton

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Most commenters recommend Shoushin, and many put it among Toronto's top omakase options; one singles out the sake pairing. Many note that it is expensive. Four are less impressed: one calls it overrated and poor value, one will not return after one visit, one did not rate it highly, and one judges it well below Masaki Saito.

14 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/sushi, r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters recommend Masaki Saito, and many call it Toronto's top omakase or the pick for traditional sushi. A couple say the nigiri was the best they have had. Cost is the main caveat: many note it is expensive and a few say it is not worth the price. One finds it more formal and less personal than Yasu, one felt the nigiri was rushed despite top-tier ingredients, and one was put off by flashy premium extras.

13 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto, r/sushi

Most commenters recommend Shizuku, and two place it among Toronto's top-tier omakase options. One calls the food fantastic and good for special-occasion dinners, one likes its range of seasonal fish, and one says the rarer fish are worth it. Two suggest it for anyone willing to travel out to Scarborough, and two say it costs more than some other omakase options.

Scarborough

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Most commenters recommend Sushi on Bloor, and many describe it as good value, with one naming it the top pick for budget sushi across the city. A couple are long-time fans, several call the quality decent and still tasty, and one calls the rolls fresh and well sized. Two advise skipping it, one calling the sushi mediocre at best and the other just cheap sushi.

12 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Twelve commenters name Toto Sushi as a sushi pick, and most who give a spot place it around Coxwell and Gerrard in the east end, shown here. Several say it is very good or excellent, one saying its takeout orders have never disappointed, and one calls it casual rather than upscale.

Coxwell Ave

12 people recommendvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto

Most commenters recommend Shibui Sushi, and several name the Mount Pleasant location near Eglinton. Several praise the fresh fish and several say it is good value, a couple praise the well-seasoned rice, and one singles out the beautifully plated nigiri. One would rather it stay less crowded though they think it deserves the praise.

Mount Pleasant and Eglinton

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Most commenters recommend Spring Sushi, and several name it as an all-you-can-eat or buffet pick. One at the Eaton Centre location says lunch is cheaper and the view is nice, several mention it sits near Dundas Square, one recommends the torched butterfish and one calls the atmosphere and food good. One says the Las Vegas roll has slipped and one finds it noisy. Two say the quality falls short, one comparing it with Kaka and one calling it subpar.

Eaton Centre

11 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters recommend Minami for sushi, mostly by name; one loves its aburi sushi and one says it impressed them. Four say it costs more, and one is a fan but does not think it fits a mid-tier budget. One questions how it impressed others.

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Most commenters recommend Zen Kyoto, and several name its PATH location at First Canadian Place, shown here; Zen Kyoto has more than one downtown outlet and others do not say which one they mean. One calls it the best takeout sushi downtown for the value, a couple mention a late-day discount, and one says it is busy at lunch. One says the rice is poorly balanced and one says the aburi lunch sets they preferred have gotten worse.

Path

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Most commenters recommend Sushi Umi, an omakase spot with downtown and Markham branches; the location shown here is the downtown branch on Charles St. A few call it good value, including one who says the downtown branch offers very good quality for the cost, and a couple point to its unusual fish. One found the rice mushy and bland and one advises against it.

Downtown

10 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters recommend Sake Sushi on Roncesvalles, and several pick it as their go-to takeout sushi; one says it is clearly better than typical sushi spots and notes its negitoro rolls and aburi sushi. One calls it a bit costly and another higher-end but good value. One finds it decent rather than top tier, though better than the average spot for the price.

Roncesvalles

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Most commenters recommend Hello Nori, a hand roll (temaki) bar, and one names it among King West suggestions. A couple call it fresh, one calls the lobster hand roll excellent, one praises the presentation and one says the temaki are great if hand rolls suit you. One advises against it and one finds it acceptable but short of top quality.

9 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters recommend Kung Fu Sushi, and a couple say it has been dependable over the years. One calls the sashimi and rolls better than other all-you-can-eat places, one says the rolls are generously filled, and one likes the small torched eel pieces. Two are less impressed: one says its sushi is not amazing though it is about what AYCE offers, and one says it did not feel as special after a few visits.

Lawrence and Keele

9 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters recommend Aoyama. One praises the fish and a homey, cozy room and likes the omakase sets, one who lived in Japan says it is very much like a good Japanese sushi-ya, and one names it a favourite small old-school mid-range pick and advises booking ahead. Others point to the Victoria Park location or to Scarborough. One says it is a favourite but not especially cheap.

Scarborough

9 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters recommend Sushi California, and a few say it is good value for the quality. Two praise the generous portions, one has been a regular for many years, and several point to the St Clair and Dufferin location. One says it is not Toronto's best sushi but is dependable.

9 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Nine commenters recommend Echo Sushi. One tried its all-you-can-eat option and found it quite good, and another praises the quality of the fish for that kind of meal. One points to its sashimi options, one calls it the top sushi pick although it is a bit farther north, and one describes the atmosphere as cozy and suitable for birthdays.

Midtown

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Most commenters recommend The Haam for sushi, and a couple describe it as fusion-style, one praising modern rolls with Mexican-fusion touches and one calling it fun for pairing sushi with tacos. One calls the sushi great but says it is usually busy, and one calls it cute with good quality. One diner calls it very bad.

9 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Most commenters recommend Kyoto House on Dundas as a budget all-you-can-eat sushi spot, and many call it good value; one says the salmon stands out. Two say the quality is lower than other sushi places, calling it cheaper but only okay. One says it does not rank among Toronto's best sushi spots, one reports bad experiences on past visits and one says they will not return after a bad experience. One notes the lunch now costs more but is still a strong downtown deal.

Dundas

8 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Eight commenters recommend Sushi Zuki. One calls this location their personal favourite, one loves its solid quality, one says it is reliable but not top-tier sushi and one calls it very solid.

8 people recommendvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto

Eight commenters recommend Sushi on Gerrard near Greenwood, and five call it a favourite, regular or top choice. One singles out the torched spicy salmon, and one calls it great and fairly priced.

8 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto

Eight commenters recommend Omai, and a few mention its omakase: one loves it, one praises the fish-to-rice balance and one says the omakase takeout set impressed them. One names it as the answer to a temaki request and one lists it alongside Oroshi as a top pick. A couple note the Baldwin location.

Baldwin

8 people recommendvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto, r/toronto

Eight commenters recommend Yanagi on the Danforth near Coxwell. One says it has never let them down, one calls it an overlooked spot, one calls it the standout sushi option locally and says the takeout quality impresses, and one who has been only a few times still calls it good.

Danforth

8 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto, r/sushi, r/askTO

Eight commenters recommend Affinity Fish, an omakase-focused restaurant, and at least five have visited. One praises the nigiri, especially the turbot, and one the sake pairings; a couple describe counter or long-bar seating. Three recommend it from what they have heard rather than a visit.

8 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodToronto

Most commenters recommend The Onda, and a few name it as a top-end or splurge omakase in Toronto. One recently ate there and found the meal excellent, one praises the lunch omakase as good value, and one praises it as a top pick on St Clair. Two find it pricey, one for the food and execution, and one thinks it good but not especially memorable at dinner.

8 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodToronto

Most commenters recommend Kaito, and a few say it is good value. One praises the fish and prep, and another, who has eaten omakase in Japan, says the meal compares well with the best they had there. A couple find the atmosphere lacking, and one diner had a disappointing visit, describing fish with stringy connective tissue and rice that was too wet.

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Most commenters recommend Zenku Sushi, and two name its Pape and Mortimer location, shown here, with one more naming Mortimer. One calls the Mortimer spot very good and says it was their family's regular, one calls the whole menu incredible and one counts it among their favourite Toronto sushi. One diner finds it overpriced for the portions.

Pape and Mortimer

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Most commenters recommend Gurume Sushi, and a few name its Carlton Street location. One calls it excellent and praises its tempura, and one says the quality is strong for the cost. One was let down after trying it.

7 people recommendvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto

Several commenters recommend AI Sushi, and a few point to good value. One recommends it at any branch, one says the Scarborough Markham Rd branch is the best, one says the Scarborough location's sashimi and cooked dishes are hard to beat and one ranks the Scarborough all-you-can-eat as the top option currently among similar places. One recommends its takeout chirashi donburi but has not tried the sit-down AYCE.

Scarborough

7 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Seven commenters recommend Nami. One calls it very good, one says its original sushi pizza is far less saucy than newer versions, and one who has been to Toronto's high-end sushi spots ranks it at the top of them.

6 people recommendvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto

Six commenters recommend Kinoya. Two name the King Street West location: one says it makes all-you-can-eat sushi and sashimi look much worse and one says their visits there are consistently good. One calls it a favourite of top-tier quality, and three call it good or reasonably priced without naming a branch, so those remarks may not describe King Street West.

King Street W

6 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodToronto

Several commenters recommend Kiyomi (Edomae Kiyomi). One says it is tiny and often overlooked and serves only omakase, in sushi or tempura style, and two mention its tempura omakase. Three recommend the lunch. One found it underwhelming despite the social media buzz and advises against it.

6 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto

Several commenters recommend Maru Bistro: one calls it top-tier sushi and a pleasant place to eat, one describes it as good quality with a cozy, contemporary feel, and one says they really love it. One who loves it warns that the menu varies and sometimes lacks real sushi, so it may not suit anyone set on sushi. One names the Queen East by Greenwood location.

Queen East By Greenwood

5 people recommendvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto

Five commenters recommend Juzz Sushi, and a few place it on Queen East. One calls it their favourite, praising the freshness and generous servings, one goes there for high-quality sushi, a couple describe it as affordable, and one lists it among regular spots they order from for pickup.

Queen East

5 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Five commenters recommend Nakamori. One praises its sushi quality and value, one calls it fairly good with a standard menu alongside omakase options, one strongly recommends this east-end spot, and others name it by location at Eglinton or in Scarborough.

Scarborough

5 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto

Five commenters recommend Sushi by K, mostly by name: two name it in answer to a takeout sushi box question, one likes it alongside Niji sushi, and two place it on Eglinton, near Laird and Leslie. The comments are short and say little about the food.

5 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Five commenters recommend Dokkaebi Sushi, and two single out its delivery: one rates it the strongest sushi delivery they have tried and one says it is their usual place for sushi delivery. One names the location near High Park as amazing and very casual, one says the sushi is fresh, and one lists it as reasonably good among a few suggestions.

5 people recommendvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto

Five commenters recommend Fuumi Sushi near Bay and Grosvenor. Three praise the freshness, two praise the portions, one calls it good value and plain, and one says it handles party platters well when ordered in advance.

Bay and Grosvenor

5 people recommendvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto

Five commenters recommend Shinobu at Yonge and Lawrence. One calls it phenomenal with excellent rolls and fish, one calls it a hidden gem, one recommends it for a small, intimate setting and two advise booking ahead because the room is small. One notes it is not cheap.

Yonge Lawrence

5 people recommendvia r/FoodToronto, r/askTO

Five commenters recommend Yukashi. One finds its omakase stands apart from other counters in Toronto, with dishes that feel artistic and seasonal, one calls it a great, less traditional omakase option, and one enjoyed it as an omakase. It is described as high-end and expensive.

5 people recommendvia r/askTO, r/FoodToronto, X

Five commenters recommend Sushi Momo, mostly as a vegan sushi option; two name it on Queen West. One calls it the best vegan sushi they have tried, with more flavour than standard rolls, and one names one of its rolls as a favourite. Another lists it among sushi places they like without detail.

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Five commenters recommend Gonoe Sushi, and a couple point to the Don Mills location. One loves it and one praises it as amazing, including the atmosphere. One calls a suggestion of it a disaster.

Don Mills

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Five commenters recommend Hana Sushi: one calls it their favourite option in the area, one says it is the top pick in the West End near Bloor and Dovercourt, one calls the party platter a go-to for sushi gatherings and one says they liked their last visit. One former weekly customer says the quality has declined recently.