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Omai, Toronto, ON

Omai

4.8
4.8
89 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Hey, we're looking forward to hosting you at Omai! We're a snug 20-ish seat Japanese-inspired restaurant serving up the freshest sashimi with sake and natural wine.

Nominated Canada's Best New Restaurant by Air Canada 2018

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Creative Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (647) 341-7766
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Chinatown / Kensington Market
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

What 89 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Japanese

  • Toronto

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Omai offers an "intimate, quality Japanese dining experience" in Toronto, with a thoughtfully curated tasting menu that "exceeds expectations." Guests praise the "incredible" food, especially the fresh sashimi and uni toast. While service can vary, the cozy ambiance and "beautifully prepared" dishes make it a "hidden gem" perfect for special occasions.

89 Reviews
  1. Erika

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    tasting menu was phenomenal, staff was friendly and knowledgeable. cant wait to go again

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  2. Kevin

    Montreal

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ann the owner was awesome. The ambiance was amazing, and the food was definitely out of this world! Thank you so much for such an experience

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  3. Katrina

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My boyfriend and I tried the tasting menu and it exceeded our expectations. Everything was so beautifully curated and tasted so well together. All the ingredients tasted fresh and the service was spectacular!
    OmaiResponded on 28 November 2024
    Hello Katrina, I would like to thank you for your kind review. We are trying our best to make sure the guests receive the best experience and high-quality ingredients. We will be closing in the new year to renovate and develop our menu so please visit us in the new year. Kindly, Anne

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  4. Juan

    VIP

    Mexico City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Muy rico, pero chiquito, super bien atendidos, solo que si el menu es pequeño
    OmaiResponded on 28 November 2024
    Hola Juan, It was so nice meeting you and your family the other night. I am so thankful for your review and hope you will visit from Mexico again. Also, I hope your daughter enjoyed the Taylor Swift concert she was so excited about. Thank you again for your visit and happy holidays! Sincerely, Anne

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  5. Douglas

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great tasting menu. Obvious great care and attention was taken. Very nice cozy setting.
    OmaiResponded on 28 November 2024
    Hello Douglas, Thank you so much for your kind review. My husband and I are the new owners of Omai and we appreciate guests taking the time to support small businesses like ours. I try to connect with guests to the best of my abilities and I hope you will return to Omai so I can thank you in person. Sincerely, Anne

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  6. Laurie

    VIP

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server wasn’t great and had no knowledge of sake. The people next to us had much better service and got free uni. Otherwise, I’ve been coming here since their tasting menu was about $55 and Omai never disappoints!
    OmaiResponded on 28 November 2024
    Hello Laurie, My name is Anne and my husband and I are the new owners of Omai. I apologize if our sake knowledge wasn't up to your standard. We are in a transition period and as such we have a lot to improve on. I try to connect with as many people as I can however, it is difficult to connect with every guest every night so if you will please visit us again and introduce yourself to me or my servers we will make sure to give you the experience you deserve. Thank you for being a long time patron of Omai and I hope to meet you soon. Sincerely, Anne

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  7. Katherine

    Toronto

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was beautifully prepared and delicious. The sashimi was very fresh. It was perfect for a quiet dinner with attentive service yet comfortable and not stuffy.

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  8. Adam

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was an amazing experience. Everything was great. Have all of the hand rolls when we go out. Tom and the team are hospitality professionals.

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  9. Estelle

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Omai is a true gem in Toronto! The food was incredibly fresh and delicious. Each dish was beautifully prepared, capturing the essence of authentic Japanese flavors. The restaurant is small and cozy, adding to the charm and making it feel like a little escape from the city. The staff was so warm and friendly, making sure we felt welcome and well taken care of throughout our meal. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an intimate, quality Japanese dining experience!

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  10. junyan

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Wagyu and lobster noodle not recommended, Looks delicious, but tastes terrible
    OmaiResponded on 11 November 2024
    Dear diner, I am so sorry to hear about your negative experience restaurant. As of Nov.4th, we are under new management and we would love to invite you to come dine with us again. Please message us privately or call us at 647-341-7766 so we can discuss further. We at Omai strive to provide the best experience for our guests and will always continue to do so. We hope to make your next experience memorable. Anne G.

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Omai is rated 4.8 stars by 89 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
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3 Baldwin St, Toronto, ON M5T 1L1

Additional information

  • Area
    Chinatown / Kensington Market
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Creative Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
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