Located just south of Finch on Yonge in the K-town area of north york, newly opened sake bar and sushi restaurant. A true gem amidst the sea of similar competitors
The offering is similar to others BUT what sets them apart is their prices and the customer service. $1 for 3 pieces of salmon sashimi.....say whatt!!! I ordered $5 worth cuz im "a baller like that" (Edwin A)
We had the private dining aupstairs area all to ourselves as the chefs were within eye site across from us in the kitchen turning out our orders with precision. Sara K had some interesting opinions about the....ummm "intimacy potential" of this area.
The purpose of the evening was a UYE to try this new spot out and for me to try Soju for the first time. Suju was described to me as a falvoured version of watered down vodka. Word to the wise, it is not that watered down at all. After several small glasses I was feeling a little lighter - holy crow it still packs a wallop. We ordered Lychee, lemon and blue berry flavors my favorite being the Lychee. Compai!!!
To begin a few appetizer bowls were brought out. My favourite was the spicy tuna resting on greens with tortilla chips to scoop and dip. It was prepared expertly and I would recommend this as a FOR SURE, on your next or first visit. A appetizer first for me was the deep fried shrimp heads.... not sure how I felt about these, but I'll eat anything 2-3 times and by my third I was ok with this delicacy (didn't hate it BUT didn't love it)
The main course soon followed and we all shared in Sashimi platters. We were served generous (and fresh) cuts of Salmon, Tuna, and Mackerel. The latter of the three is not always my fav because of overly 'fishy' taste but somehow I actually really enjoyed the taste - a testament to the cook and his fish selection.
Something new which we tried was the sushi tacos which were a unique fusion spin of a few of my favs (basically sashimi, greens and spicy mayo served inside a mini tortilla which was then cooked on the grill).
By the time the complimentary watermelon came around to close out our meal my Soju and sushi urges were well sated. Will I return? With the right group for sure, and heck with all the Korean Pop music going on (and Fresh Prince of Belair as well), It was a great vibe and totally worth a second round.