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| - Tiny, tiny place with really old-fashioned decor, but I think that just adds to its charm! Without the help of Yelp I would never have found this restaurant - in fact even WITH the help of Yelp and Google Maps I somehow managed to walk right past it while on route. The interior, though, while slightly cramped, was quite cozy, clean, and not super crowded (on a Friday night) which gave it a very relaxed, intimate ambience.
Given that this location is near Bloor and Yonge (a rather expensive area overall), I was not expecting the quantity and quality of food received. The sashimi don was exceedingly well portioned, with a wonderful variety of fish (super fresh!) that just mixed so perfectly with the warm rice and hot sauce. The size of the pot containing the udon was huge - and we were quite surprised at the plate of tempura which arrived shortly after as well. Taste? Delicious. I would say that the flavours and presentation are not subpar to many of the fancier Japanese restaurants downtown. For this filling dinner the prices are certainly reasonable, and if you are eating during lunch even more so.
In my personal experience, I thought service was absolutely excellent. I was served miso soup and tea AS SOON AS I sat down (before my companion arriving or even opening the menu)! It was a cold day outside so this was much appreciated. The waitress was friendly, efficient, and patient. My friend who was vegetarian made several modifications to her order and was readily accommodated each time. Food arrived promptly, tea cups were refilled, empty dishes were taken away; the staff was attentive but not intrusively so. In fact I didn't have to put up my hand or call for someone a single time throughout the entire night, from the ordering all the way to getting the bill. Neither were we ever rushed! I also saw another customer - likely a regular - come in for takeout and being greeted enthusiastically by the chefs. Upon our own exit a chorus of "Thank you's" and "Good night's" were heard - definitely a great end to the meal.
Wow Sushi, you have wowed me! I will grudgingly admit that you have lived up to your somewhat cringey name :)
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