10 Best Japanese Restaurants in Vaughan
Savor authentic Japanese cuisine and taste the unique flavor of the “Land of the Rising Sun!”
The Vaughan district is actually a good foodie place. Who knew that the selection of Japanese restaurants here are absolutely top-notch? Be mesmerized by quality, melt-in-your-mouth sushi and get to taste the essence of umami: “pleasant savory taste” that will make you want to go back for more.
Here are the top 10 Best Japanese Restaurants in the Vaughan area:
1. Shitake Sushi + Thai
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Shitake specializes in authentic Japanese cuisine… with a twist! Going away from the plain old, boring presentations, Shitake combines fun flavors with creative ideas to create a transcendental gastronomic experience. Just look at this sashimi with strawberry garnish! The All-You-Can-Eat Menu is also now available so you can feast on Japanese dishes that may catch your fancy. It’s also a fusion restaurant and offers delectable Thai dishes. The choices are truly endless, here are just a few: Thai Basil Beef, Cashew Chicken, General Tao Chicken, Red Curry Shrimp, Sushi and Sashimi, Japanese Baked Mussels, Beef Negimaki, Albacore Tuna, and more. For a dining experience unlike any other, check out Shitake restaurant in the Vaughan area!
2. Sano Sushi
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Sano is a city located in Tochigi, Japan, and is known for its sushi, ramen and Chinese-style noodles. Get a taste of authentic Japan-style food at Sano Sushi! Offers mouth-watering delicacies and well-loved favorites, Sano will satisfy even the most discerning taste buds. Try their Bento box that is served with miso soup, green salad, California rolls, spring rolls, and steamed rice. Or go grilled! They have grilled squid, asparagus wrapped in bacon and grilled mushrooms, and more. For an All-You-Can-Eat joint, it serves very consistent quality food and is well-received by Vaughanites and locals. Sano Sushi – a taste of Japan with every bite!
3. Kyoto Japanese Cuisine
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Sometimes pictures can be deceiving. Looks good on screen, but not in real life. But not this restaurant! Kyoto Japanese Cuisine welcomes you to a memorable dining experience with food as heavenly as it looks in the pictures. Kyoto features authentic Hibachi Grill Sushi Teriyaki Japanese cuisine and takes pride in serving you the finest Oriental cuisine in the area. You’ll want to taste everything in their menu! Their sauces are the magic ingredient which gives harmony and gives rise to unique dishes. Each dish is prepared to order. Their dishes are not just flavorful, but healthy too. The dishes are offered for the diet conscious; low in sodium and mildly seasoned. On September 20, 2012, the Mayor of the City of Vaughan presented the restaurant with the best of the city award in the category of Japanese Cuisine. Award winning food at affordable prices — that’s Kyoto Japanese Cuisine!
4. Hub Sushi
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Hub Sushi is constantly innovating and striving to become one of your favorite Japanese dining experiences. Hub Sushi is committed to provide their guests with unique menu creations that are true to the principles of: “Japanese Culture”, “Outstanding Service”, and “Comfortable Atmosphere”. They specialize in sushi, sashimi, rolls, Izakaya, and a wide variety of Japanese lunch & Dinner options as well as Japanese beverages. Taste their Crunchy Shrimp consisting of shrimp tempura, avocado, and crunch bits, Crunch Beef featuring yam, avocado, sliced beef, and crunch bits, or the Caterpillar Green Dragon consisting of shrimp tempura, avocado, cucumber, and potato bits. Just typing those words made me hungry! Come on down to Hub Sushi for a one of a kind dining experience!
5. Akita Sushi
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Akita knows sushi. Other restaurants just slap on raw fish to rice, put greens, and call it a day. Not Akita. Akita pick ingredients carefully and use only the freshest and natural ones to prepare every dish. Their chefs are dedicated in looking for healthier ways of cooking to provide the most nutritious food. Enjoy their Sushi, Sashimi, Teriyaki, Maki, Tempura, Teppanyaki, and many more! Much attention and detail has been expended by the owners to ensure a cozy and inviting ambiance where you could enjoy not only the great meal but also an authentic atmosphere. Located in the beautiful city of Woodbridge, Vaughan!
6. Sake Sushi
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At first glance, Sake Sushi is a small, and humble establishment. You may have tried many sushi places but when you experience Sake Sushi, you will say that their sushi and handrolls are truly among the best in Canada. They also have delicious favorites like General Tso’s Chicken, Mango Chicken, Seven (7) kinds of Tempura, and many more. They also serve creative dishes; have you tried Sushi Pizza? They have Salmon, White Tuna, Avocado, Crab meat, as well as Vegetarian. You’ll have to pace yourself, though, because some portions are small but you can get as much as you want. There is a great variety of hot and cold dishes to choose from and the tuna and salmon are very fresh and tasty. Sake Sushi is truly amazing!
7. Yang’s Teppanyaki and Sushi
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In need of something special? Then come to Yang’s. They have a chef show – chefs prepare the patrons’ orders tabletop among the smart, white booths. Once you’re seated, a chef comes to your circle, sets up at the cooking station, and prepares your meal before your eyes, with flair! This isn’t your ordinary, boring restaurant. And the taste? Ohh, to die for! They specialize in Teppanyaki and Sushi, and a whole host of other delectable Japanese cuisine prepared with fresh and high-quality foods. Enjoy their Japanese inspired warm and modern atmosphere with their mouth-watering culinary selection! Have great time with family and friends when you go to Yang’s!
8. Genji Sushi
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Taste the unique flavors of Asia with Genji Sushi! Opened in 2008, they cook up a unique blend of Japanese and Korean cuisines, with a cozy atmosphere and ambiance for that fine dining experience. They have authentic Japanese room with sliding shōji doors, truly an Asian look and feel. And the food? Fresh and clean, all throughout. Absolute and uncompromising freshness. Genji’s Master Chef is well known among the fish and seafood suppliers for his high expectations and demands for food. With the ingredients, he whips up something truly special, just look at the menu of Rolls alone: Spicy Dynamite Roll, Miami, Hawaiian Volcano, Tiger, Kamikaze, Ninja, and many more! Come and be surprised with the creativity and delicious food at Genji Sushi!
9. Ginza Japanese + Thai
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If consistency is key, Ginza has mastered the art of consistent cooking! Which is why this Vaughan restaurant has loyal patrons coming back every time. Their menu features the freshest sushi and ingredients available. Featured specialties include teppanyaki, udon/soba/ramen soup noodles, salads, rice dishes, and the famous variety of sushi and sashimi including hand rolls, sashimi, maki rolls, and their famous signature rolls. They only use premium grade Halga rice which is nutritious and full of flavors. Halga rice uses a special milling process that preserves the nutritious rice. It’s easier to digest than brown rice and as flavorful as white rice. Try their Virgin Sunshine Roll consisting of mango, cream cheese, and tempura bits! Last but not the least, they also serve Thai food on the menu, so you can mix and match. That surely was a mouthful: see you at Ginza!
10. Kuu Sushi
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Kuu Sushi delivers exquisite Japanese cuisine & Sushi like the ones seen above. From Teriyaki to Tempura to Sashimi and more, all the beloved Japanese dishes are here… and taken to the next level! They offer prompt table service, a full a la carte menu and a superb all-you-can-eat menu which contains more than 70 made-to-order fresh items: nigiri and maki sushi, appetizers, salads, and special sushi rolls. The restaurant is quite large and nicely decorated. Cold boiled shrimps and mussels will greet you as you enter at the front counter with 4 kinds of soup with the salads. Try their selection of sushi, sashimi, tempura, grilled meat and veggies, fried rice and noodles that you order with just a few finger taps from a tablet. You’ll keep kuuming back for more with Kuu Sushi!
