We've finally found a restaurant that does Winterlicious without letting their quality and service suffer. I'm amazed. Everyone from the host, to the coat check person, to the servers were professional and friendly. The aburi sushi chef was at an open counter near our table and we were able to watch him prepare dishes. The ambience felt intimate and cozy even though the place itself is quite spacious. Our server was attentive and each dish was explained in detail.
The aburi sushi was heaven. Each one was a unique experience that I wish went on for longer. My favourites were the salmon oshi and the one topped with caramelized onions, the name escapes me. This is fusion food, folks. The miso baked sable fish and yuzu butter poached half lobster tail were delicious. Surprisingly, I enjoyed the fish more than the lobster. The fish was just so light and perfectly done as to almost melt in your mouth.
Lastly, the green tea opera. The cake was a perfect blend of matcha, adzuki bean cream, and dark chocolate. The hazelnut wafer gave it a bit of a crunch. The matcha ice cream was a great side to an already great dessert. I also tried the chocolate croissant bread pudding. Game changer. Get it. Get both! Get all the desserts!
We had a wonderful experience. I'll be back very soon.