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  • Shinobu is secretly not-so-secret. That is, Yonge-Lawrence area locals and Japanese food "experts" know Shinobu well enough to know that it is closed on Monday; tables in the the 20-something seater are coveted; and take-out is the next best thing. Yet, around these parts, it's easy to breeze by the small store front with a glass garage-type patio facade/window onto the street. And really, who expects great Japanese food around Y&L? Sushi is not the highlight at Shinobu. Everything shines. The service is kept friendly and attentive, without being overbearing. The appetizers are served tapas style - small, shareable, and unique. Salt seemed to be the theme among those we ordered: Chicken Skin (fried lightly to a crispy, but not so much as to lose the very distinct texture of fat - yes, fat. The seasoning reminded me of "salt 'n pepper" chicken/squid/shrimp at Chinese restaurants); the Seared Mackerel was only very slightly "seared", at the table with a blow torch, and served with fresh, finely grated ginger, thinly slivered green onions, and a dash of soy sauce; and lastly, a blandly seasoned, but well-fried Squid Tempura (named something else) with mild miso/soy dipping sauce. My favourite was the Chicken Skin, but I don't imagine I'd indulge often in the dish; partly because it's a special offering and partly because I need my heart for other things. My least favourite was the Squid Tempura as its name led me to believe it was going to be better than it actually was (read: I wouldn't have requested this dish if it had clearly stated Squid Tempura). As for the rolls, we had the Green Dragon and Soft Shell Crab rolls. The fat-feel of the first was over-powering. They don't skimp on avocado here! Everything was well balanced in the second roll; there was just enough perfectly seasoned rice wrapped around tender-crisp crab. While some people eat sushi as a "lighter" meal option, the cuisine served here should not be mistaken as light fare. Rather, I consider Shinobu's food to be lux, comfy, and as "stick-to-your-ribs" as Japanese food can be well executed. Yup. This place is a winner. Among my top five in North America.
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