Do you like ambiance? Darkness? Spacious dining? (versus elbow-to-elbow cramped up dining in fluorescent lighting?) This might be your spot.
Prior to stepping foot in this establishment, I always wondered how Kirei stayed open because it always looked dark and empty inside during dinner time! I must admit that the darkness in fact kept me away from trying them for a while... but I've gotten over my skepticism and dined there a few times since. Kirei might not be my top choice but I would not unfriend you if you suggested to go there. The self-confessed sushi snob in me of course frowns because they are not authentic Japanese, but hey, I've finally started to accept that I live in Toronto and not Vancouver or Japan! This is adaptation at work, guys, check it.
They have a daily special consisting of some kind of drink/roll/sushi. I can't give you the whole range because it so happens that everytime I go in it is a drink + salmon sushi/sashimi for $6. Not bad! Servers are friendly and attentive. Food comes up at a decent pace. I don't think it's an especially inexpensive place to dine but I think that comes with the territory of edging the financial district and St Lawrence Market.
And yes, sometimes we get so lazy that we do order takeout from them as well (party tray take out date night for two... whaaaattt!!! don't judge). Fish quality is alright, the assortment is nice, price is fair, and they are quick. I would recommend that the next time one of you folks dropped the ball on your turn to cook and want to not be in the dog house ;)
Atmosphere - 4/5
Service - 4/5
Food - 3/5
Price - 3/5