Zen
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416-265-7111
A seedy strip plaza—with its convenience stores and questionable massage parlour—is not the usual setting for great culinary treasures, but pass through the nondescript metal and glass door and you’re in an oasis: the atmosphere in this diminutive 36-seater is warm and welcoming, with eight spots at the sushi bar and two cozy tatami booths. Japanese expats fill the seats, deliver gorgeous-looking food and slice the fish. Wide ribbons of seaweed and cubes of wobbly tofu come topped with umami-packed surimi; the tempura is perfectly crispy and greaseless. Rolls of salmon with avocado and yellowtail with green onion melt in the mouth, and there are plenty of vegetarian maki options on the menu, too. Desserts—red bean paste in jelly and homemade mandarin cream pie—range from authentic to unnatural. The wine list is something of an afterthought, so stick to either sweet plum wine or choose warm or cold sake from a generous list. Mains $11.50–$45.
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Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Price Range: Dinner for $90 - $130
Editor's Star Rating: 2.5
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