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| - We were headed to another restaurant, but it was closed. We had passed by here earlier, and when we were all wondering where to go, I suggested we go back here. We were behind a couple who walked in first, and when I heard the loud cheering, I pushed everyone back.
She: What are you doing?
Me: Just wait....and watch what happens.
We walked in and again, loud welcoming cheering. It's really funny and kind of cool. It might scare some people at first, but enjoy it! Since we didn't have reservations, they sat us at the bar.
He: First time here?
Us: Yes...first time to Toronto too!
Jingu(?) explained everything to us. Since we were at the bar, we got to watch the cooks in action. One woman seemed to be running the show. When orders were called out, most of the cooks replied in unison. So not only did we have dinner, but a show at the same time. We ordered pitchers of very cold Sapporo. Excellent!
We then just picked whatever sounded good. The shortribs were a little tough and skimpy, but the karaage was fried perfectly! Great seaweed salad with tofu! The fried udon was a little slippery and a challenge to eat with chopsticks. The pork belly was crispy and had a little spicy kick to it. Everything came out in a timely manner. The staff all spoke Japanese, even the token white guy...LOL! Oh, and frozen grapes come with your bill....nice!
Now one of the best reasons why I'd come back, besides the food, as we were leaving, the whole staff bid us goodbye very loudly! It made me want to go back in and then leave again! This is a super fun place to come to, especially with a group of people.
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