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Kinka Izakaya
Japanese Restaurant and Sake Bar$$$$
Downtown Toronto, Toronto
"Must try the bang bang chicken salad and the kakimayo"(6 Tips)
"Try the deep fried brie - it's heavenly."(5 Tips)
"Baked oysters are great!"(3 Tips)
"Ice cream bibimbap is the best sundae-like concoction I've ever had"(4 Tips)
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Peter StraussOctober 28, 2014This is my fav restaurant in the city mostly bc the food is amazing and they have washroom slippers but also bc the staff yells at you in Japanese a lot and I'm totally into that
Francois HoangApril 24, 2013Wow, just Wow! Some friends took me to Guu Saka Bar and such a cool experience! Great food, great ambiance and funny cool loudy staff! Makes everything so GUU'D!
Fatih KuranJuly 12, 2016Very authentic Japanese restaurant. Set menus are good for tasting the most out of the menu. Ribs and oysters are recommended. Unfortunately there is no sushi here
Laura Delgado RanalliJuly 2, 2013Yup, that udon carbonara was definitely the way to go!! Sake mojitos are also delish. Absolutely love this place, feel teletransported to Japan!!
Kirk dudeSeptember 2, 2013Great if you love this style food. If you are picky there is an amazing rice/chilli dish! Amazing drinks. Atmosphere is energetic. A great place for small groups.
Gigi YuFebruary 26, 2014Fave dish: kakimayo!! Next would be fried Brie and cheese+mushroom bibimbap. Sakabar has become a lot more packed over the last year...at least they take reservations now!
Joey DOctober 15, 2011I love being able to communicate with the waiters/waitresses in Japanese. Very fond of the Ramune sour, and the Karaage. The energy, and atmosphere of this bar is amazing, and I highly recommend a try
Having been to Guu on Robson in Vancouver, Guu on Church and now the Bloor St. location, I think this is my favourite. The food, of course, is amazing but we were almost in tears over just the sheer e Read more
Sam S.June 1, 2015The tasting menu is a very good deal for $33. 9 good sized portions with distinct tastes.
David GOctober 13, 2014Great atmosphere, loud fun service. It's a great place to try a variety of what I consider Japan tapas. If you have an open mind/palate I recommend it.
Comfort Stride Foot ClinicAugust 31, 2013It was louder than a night club on a Friday night. Then it was somebody's birthday and it became rock concert level. hahaha Excellent food. Neo Japanese Morimoto style cuisine. I prefer traditional.
ElinaMay 22, 2017It's my family's favorite restaurant and we love this location the best. Must have gindara and oshizushi!
Maggie TranAugust 29, 2017Absolutely WONDERFUL food, drinks, and staff. This place is a very authentic Japanese operated izakaya restaurant.- Khanh LyNovember 6, 2016Japanese tapas style dishes, great and fun spot. Make sure you order sake bombs :)
JosieDecember 13, 2012Wonderful servers, delicious food, excellent selection of drinks. Everyone should visit!
Nate JackmanMarch 4, 2014Don't sit at the corner bar by the stairs to the bathroom you'll get less attention from servers. I don't understand why they don't open the other half of the plans when they are at 40 minute waits!?
Rita SimoesMay 28, 2013Get ready for a hell of a greeting when you enter this place. They make you feel special when you come in and when you leave. Lots of shouting.
Al YegJune 9, 2015Get your Asian Food Fix Here no Problem AwSome original one in Vancouver is the Pioneer
I had great sashimi salmon and tuna with tofu salad..best Japanese place in toronto
jocelyn L.January 4, 2012CARBONARA UDON! Deep fried brie, salmon natto, ebi mayo...pretty much every single dish. skip the cocktail- can't taste any alcohol. get beers or wines
Desmond FooApril 24, 2015Great place for birthdays, get the Seven Samurai special and you'll get a loud birthday song with it.
Angie TsangMay 5, 2012The beef tongue was surprisingly good. The sashimi is fresh. Try the amebi and uni. Probably the best izakaya in Toronto.
Unfortunately not what it used to be. It’s not bad but food quality has gone down, service not as good, and last time I was there the bartender was polishing glassware with his breath.
James KachanAugust 20, 2014All the deserts are amazing. So is most everything else. Try the Okonomiyaki!
TOFoodReviewsApril 2, 2011Guu SakaBar: uncluttered open concept enviro, no shoes allowed, communal tables, enthusiastic staff, imaginative menu 4/5
Reese's PiecesDecember 11, 2011Order the KAKIMAYO! baked BC oysters with mushrooms, spinach, garlic mayo topped with cheese! Absolutely amazing!
Victor SuenDecember 30, 2011The scallops sashimi was melt in your mouth fresh, but caution: small. Seared tuna and baked oysters, were good too.
Sally HMay 12, 2015This location takes reservations til 3:30pm the same day! They'll hold your table for 15 minutes. Be there on time!
Ryan BannonJanuary 8, 2014Delicious Japanese, giant steins of Saporo, and lots of yelling. A total riot.
Be prepared for a big warm welcome! :) a few things to try: kinoko bibimbap, takoyaki, and kakimayo.- Angie TsangJanuary 7, 2019Used to love this place. It’s still decent but the food quality has gone down a bit. On a slightly concerning note... watched this guy polish the glassware for an hour by breathing on it.
Marvin VinzonMarch 1, 2013It's always refreshing to be welcomed by enthusiastic shouts :) Friendly service for sure!- Best izakaya in Toronto. Beef carparcio, uni, and beef tongue are highlight dishes.
Michael MApril 21, 2012Get the 1. Salmon TAKAKI and 2. Ebimayo. All the other stuff is low yield and wacky.
Ryan FukunagaJune 14, 2011The grilled Saba is fantastic. That and the giant mugs of Sapporo keep me coming back
The takoyaki gratin at Guu is now one of my of my favourite foods. Hands down.
One of my fave restaurants had my rehersal dinner for my wedding here
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Japanese-style pub
Closed until 11:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:30 AM–9:00 PM
(647) 343-1101
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Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
No
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Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Best takoyaki I've had in Toronto, as good as the ones I've had in Japan"
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"We were lucky to get a table without a reservation on our dinner. Never been in a similar restaurant like this but I absolutely fell in love of that! Asolutely amazing food selection and vodka shots:)"
Standa Kafka - 7.4
"Happy Hour Deals are the bomb. Like their Hello Kitty, ask for it to be blended and make it a double. They'll think you're a vancouverite! :) Try the Renkon Gyoza for something different!"
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