Shoushin in Toronto

Great food, friendly service, comfortable environment, easy going atmosphere.

Fantastic food. Amazing service. Took another trip to Japan to truly appreciate the level of this restaurant in North America. Highly recommended for the best sushi in Toronto

This place is a scam, came here for my birthday but disappointed. I ordered the fixed course which is $500+ per person but after they said that s what they prepared for us today we were not full. They added a few more pieces but we were not notified that the pieces will cost extra, they also charge over $100 for the dessert melon. This place is not operated by Japanese either.

Chef has an ego problem and makes peoole feel uncomfortable, avoid.

Michelin starred omakase experience, and well deserving of it. Shousin is definitely worth trying. Every little detail in this cozy little restaurant will wow you. Chef Jackie is a master of his craft, and is very engaging with his guests. If you have questions, hell go into great detail to explain the mastery of the dish and the ecology of the fish. It just makes the experience so much more enjoyable knowing every bite is hand-crafted by a master who is super knowledgeable in every small detail of every individual ingredient. Ive dined at other expensive omakase restaurants in the city, and none can compare to Shousin. The service here is just top-notch. Just not having a tea pot in front of me and having to refill my own cup, already speaks volumes about Shousins service standards. Make sure to check out the washrooms too. They have some next level Japanese bidets. You dont see a lot of these in Toronto, and you definitely wont see the ones from Shousin anywhere else either. If youve been to Japan, you know there is a huge difference in the level of the bidets. I just needed to pee, but sat down and enjoyed myself for a bit (get your mind out of the gutter ) Not to mention, theyre washrooms smell like that 5-star hotel hallways, I dont know what theyre spraying into their vents, but it works. 10/10 recommend. But dont take it from me, its Michelin rated for a reason.

I could not believe how rude the chef Jackie Lin was to the person dining with me who was struggling with extremely large pieces of nigiri. He also butted into another couples private, quiet conversation about the food, rudely disagreeing with their opinion. This guy is too cocky for his craft. It is unfortunate that he did not pick up Japanese hospitality and avoidance of putting people (especially guests and customers!) in an awkward situation with ones actions and words, when he was learning Japanese cuisine. He does a good simulation of Japanese food but the hospitality is missing and so the experience is incomplete.

Gorgeous space. Very good sushi. Chef is too aggressive in correcting customers. Bro, your nigiri is too big. Like extremely uncomfortable to eat. That s why I took a bite. Don t yell at me. Look inwardly at your own craft and why you are creating this awkward situation for your guest. And don t be rude to your guests. Not acceptable.

I went there for a date not too long ago, and unfortunately I cannot recommend it. The experience was... for lack of better words, highly pretentious. It would be hard to find a place that greater exemplifies paying for appearances over substance. The entire place just exudes an aura of snobbiness. And its reflected in the attitude of the Chef, who seemed to go out of his way to listen into our conversation, and even make unsolicited comments and corrections about our opinions of the dishes. Yet at the same time, the dishes were really in no way memorable... Im not a Toronto resident, so I cant draw any local comparisons, but having dined at several upscale sushi restaurants in NYC (non-omakase), this was honestly barely keeping up with the quality level that I would consider standard for an upscale restaurant and could get at NYC restaurants for $100 (USD) per person. However, the final bill here was over $1,000 CAD for two people. It did not feel justified at all. The best thing about the experience for me was the sake pairing which was delightful, diverse, and generously portioned.

Stunning intimate restaurant with interaction with the chefs, the food is made in front of you and you can see the care an attention that is taken in preparation. We had the tasting menu pared with saki, what an exquisite combination that has to be tried. The many saki options was a new eye opening delight to be taught new tastes and pairing options. Highly recommend this restaurant and well deserving of the Michelin star. Love it . One of our pictures shows what real Wasabi looks like before being grated on this special device which is a replica of the sharkskin grates used in Japan. New fun fact!

Wow, what an experience from start to finish. More specifically, an unforgettable experience from the food to the service to the meaningful conversations with Chef Jackie Lin. You exceeded expectations, and set a new bar when it comes to dining in general, and Omakase specifically. Worth every penny!

Amazing michelin omakase place! Chef Jackie made the dining experience more enjoyable and none of the dish made me disappointed. Great atmosphere and service as well. Thank you for making an amazing night

This place is one of kind and some people appreciate it and others won t. However, I love it! I hope we can support places like this in TO. Thank for such an incredible experience.

The appetizer and sushi served were fresh and tasted very good, with lots of uncommon variety of seafood. My wife and I dined here with 2 other friends. As there were many dishes/courses being served, my wife eventually felt full and took smaller bites with the sushi to not risk gagging or puking. The chef serving us did not seem to be fond of her eating it in smaller multiple bites and asked if she wanted less pieces but she declined as she still wanted to try the dishes and offer up the rest of the dish/piece to myself to further enjoy. The chef kept looking at her to monitor if she was eating it properly which was uncomfortable. During one of the courses, the chef stopped serving my wife and only provided dishes to our 2 friends and myself. This left her to feel ousted whilst already feeling uncomfortable. The servers were very attentive and kind, and also ensured our dining area was always clean and beverages were topped off. We would ve liked the chef to be more understanding and provided a more comfortable dining experience.

This was the best dining experience Ive ever had. The service was impeccable, our server was so kind, funny and knowledgeable (wish I got her name). The chefs were also fantastic, such care went into each dish. The food was so good, Ill be thinking about it for a long time. Its very expensive but I left feeling satisfied and felt the price was worth the amazing food, wonderful service and beautiful atmosphere.

Hands down the best restaurant I have ever been to. It was a very special treat. Every course of the Sakura Omakase dinner was incredible. We got to try so many things we have never had before. Every flavour was interesting and amazing. The texture and taste of the fish was unbelievable. It s certainly not a meal that we could enjoy frequently, but well worth the cost for an extra special night out. We sat at the bar, which I would really recommend. We got to watch the chefs at work, they were ready and willing to answer our questions. The service was incredible. It felt like they knew what I wanted before I did. I do not drink, but my husband got the Sake pairing. He really enjoyed all of the options and we all enjoyed learning about the different types of sake and how to pair them with the various courses. When we went, we told ourselves this is a once in a lifetime meal . Now we can t wait to be able to visit again.

Quality of food was immaculate but nothing extraordinary in terms of flavour. The biggest downer was the experience of the owner/chef that was beyond dull and cocky.

Amazing sushi and service. Our server was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend!

What a special meal, our the chef and our server were so awesome. We really enjoyed it.

The selection ranges from decent to very good. You are definitely paying for the food as much as you are paying for the experience. Given the personalized nature of the course, I expect it will get better over time. The service is excellent, the staff knows their stuff and are very courteous. Will go again when I really want to treat myself

Ika and chutoro were the highlights of the night

Great food and atmosphere. It s been a while since we had Omakase in North America. The selections chef made was great. Definitely return again

Absolutely amazing experience and incredible sushi!

The experience was beyond words. The food was spectacular. The customer service was perfect. They emailed me and called me beforehand. When at the restaurant they were so attentive to the smallest details, ensuring maximal satisfaction. Would highly recommend the chef table, as you get to watch and speak to the chef. I m introverted and I had a blast! The chef were so attentive and personable and funny! Hands down best experience. The food was absolutely delicious. The overall experience was immaculate. I was so happy with the experience I hardly even took photos. I was distracted by the great service and the mouth watering food and chefs company. The egg tasted like cake. The matcha cake and pumpkin brûlée were mouth watering. The melon is a must try. The matcha tea was delicious. The bill was hefty but worth it! A great anniversary, one for the books indeed!

This was an absolutely amazing experience. Im really not educated on Japanese cuisine but every member of staff took to the time to explain each and every dish. Everyone was very friendly. Every single plate was delicious.

This is the best omakase I ve ever had. Service provided are first class. Food is amazing! Thank you chefs for offering all the great food and amazing experiences!

Awesome place and meal. Very kind and knowledgeable staff.

I am beyond thrilled to have stumbled upon this amazing Japanese restaurant, and I just cant recommend it enough! A few things really made this dining experience stand out for me, and I have to share them. First off, their sushi game is seriously on point! Theyve taken care of every little detail, from the sauce and fish to the rice, everything was paired to perfection. I didnt even need to add anything - this is hands down the best sushi Ive ever had in the GTA! Now, let me tell you about the delightful surprise I encountered. There was this soup, which honestly looked like a noodle dish at first glance. But guess what? Those noodles were actually delicate, transparent baby eels! Such an inventive and tasty creation! And finally, the sea urchin - oh, the sea urchin! It was so sweet and completely free of any bitterness, making it an absolute treat to savor. In conclusion, if you havent been to this Japanese restaurant yet, youre seriously missing out! Trust me, you wont regret giving it a try.

Went there after they got 1 star. For the price, food was ok. Definitely had a better omakase in the city at much lower price. Staffs were nice, but the chef was a bit judgemental. Wouldnt recommend to others, unless they really want to try.

We had the absolute best service and food. Each dish was so unique and well explained by our amazing server. Everything was wild caught from Japan and so delicious and fresh. The restaurant itself is beautiful and modern. Our server went above and beyond in every respect and even insisted to walk us to our car with an umbrella after the meal was over as it was raining. Truly the kindest most attentive staff and service and the best sushi we ve ever had.

WARNING..Do not go if you like fresh wasabi! You will be charged for extra wasabi $10 each time when your average bill is already over $700 per head? This is unheard of in any REAL Hi CLass Sushi restaurant. Do not be fooled by the michelin ONE star that was mis awarded to this restaurant!..Operated by a CHINESE chef owner Jackie Lin (Ex-apprentice from Zen)! OVERALL very disappointed. Service is very good, But my assigned sushi chef is really bad.(A Canadian Korean Boy). Fish are fresh but no surprises...very ordinary. Overpriced and overrated overall. $480 for omakase dinner plus extra and comes to $700 per person. For this $$$, go Sushi Saito.....(a different leaque) 100 times better. Overall, did not enjoy my dinner! NOT RECOMMEND and BLACK LISTED.

This was one of the most exceptional dining experiences I have had in a long time. The space is beautiful, service impeccable, the chefs preparations were perfection and the Sake selection . The best. If you are looking for a splurge night that is as much experience as it is a delicious meal, highly recommend.

Very good experience, but be prepared to spend $500 per person (minimum) all-in with tax, tip, etc. Chef is very open to chatting, answering questions, etc. so make sure to get a counter seat if you like to observe the process!

First time back post pandemic. Amazing as always. My favourite restaurant, best sushi in Toronto for certain. World class.

Amazing food + Staff. Unique

Great attention to detail. Great food and service. Always try the melon.

Chef Lin and his team delivered a bomb omakase experience. The fish was stellar, service was great, and the restaurant was a work of art. I have eaten at other omakase restaurants and in Japan. This place is legit. Highly recommend - dont understand the negative reviews.

The chef is scolding his colleague in front of us, and after cutting the sashimi, he will est the residual part of the fish right in front of us. And after eating, he did not wash his hand and continue making other sushi... Overall quality is good, but doesnt worth the price.

I d expect the chefs to be open to getting asked questions, from my past visit we were met with abrasive and blunt answers with a lack of care for adding to the customers dining experience. For the price you pay that really stood out from my visit, with a $700 I would have been happier going to Masaki Sait again.

Outstanding and super-fresh omakase and impeccable service!

Absolutely fantastic experience. Chef Jackie and Nicole delivered best food and experience. Thank you! In addition, front of house, Brandon,Alfred and Sanoko, remarkable knowledge in sake and wine! Of course service was outstanding! What a wonderful evening ! Thank you shoushin team. For this level of food and service , I wonder why shoushin haven t achieve 2-3 Michelin star.

Food was 12/10 but not for the price. Tense atmosphere. Would have loved to come back but can definitely find better in Toronto, especially for the crazy high price point. Would avoid.

Came here for my birthday. They have a mandatory fixed menu at $350 per person with an optional $500 per person upgrade. The food was excellent but ambiance is off. It s so awkward there!! The lights are too bright. The sushi chef has a bit of anger and kind of power trips at everyone and listens in on your conversations around the bar. For close to a $1,000 bill including tax and tip, it was a super weird and awkward experience but with excellent food. Been to other Michelin star rated places, but never to something this awkward. Again, food is on point, but everything else sucks.

I thought I knew what good sushi tastes like until I came here and found out what good sushi really tastes like

I visited this restaurant last month with my wife a two friends. When we walked in, we were asked to wait in the tiny reception area for 15 minutes even though we showed up right on time for our reservation. We were tired of just standing there so we finally asked if we could have a drink and they allowed us to order drinks at the bar while the chefs were preparing the meals. We were finally taken to our seats around 20-25 minutes later. We travel extensively and going to restaurants is what we do 3-4 times a week. I am at awe as to how this restaurant was awarded a Michelin star. First, for four people, our bill was around $2,500 including drinks (beers and a few bottles of Sake at around $200 each). This is around double what we usually pay at similar restaurants, with half of the attention from the chef and nowhere near the quality that we have experienced elsewhere at similar restaurants in Toronto. The Chefs have an attitude problem. Interaction with guests is next to zero, unlike their competitors who take the time to interact and explain things to their guests. Plus, most places the chef at the very least introduced him/herself to everyone and explains the servings, even if s/he has supporting chefs assisting with the food preparation. At Shoushin, this is not how it works. You may, or may not, be served by the main chef. For us, he spent the night serving his group of friends. If you have tried the food at their competitors restaurants, you can easily distinguish one from the other (i.e. the superior quality and craftsmanship of their competitors over Shoushin). Overall, we should have accepted the negative reviews on Google and skipped this restaurant. The $2,500 that we paid would have gotten us better food at their competitors restaurants and we would not have had to deal with subpar food and a chef who has forgotten how modesty and humility is so deeply rooted in Japanese culture. Save your money for better food and better chefs who do not have an attitude problem at other restaurants. If people are giving this 5 stars, they clearly have not experienced what their competitors have to offer.

I ve never had sushi like this before. Outstanding!! Service amazing. And beautiful space. A little too pricey tho!

The best sushi place for real Omakase menu, arranged according to the guest(if visited a few times). Nowadays, Okamase became just course menu chef decide according to availability of the day and provides same menu for everyone at same time, this is not real Omakase. Here, good ingredients, good technique and good sake, champagne and tea. And, friendly atmosphere.

Amazing food and services!!

The best seat in the house? A seat in front of Chef Lin at the counter. The restaurant has a presence of its own, notable in its clean minimalism. The staff are friendly as ever and seemingly never in a hurry, the chef approachable, prepares the fish with an art, and keeps his nigiri traditional with little more adornment than a brushing of nikiri. Other dishes that bookend the Omakase meal flex far more creativity. At the end of the meal, we left appreciative of the clean flavors, that were amazingly both simple and complex at the same time. A very memorable anniversary dinner. We definitely wont wait that long before we return.

I cant believe it took me so long to try this. Everything was good from the first course til the end. Service was amazing, and I highly recommend this. Food

Absolutely one of the greatest sushi restaurant in Toronto. Definitely recommended to those who appreciate real authentic sushi cuisine.

Worth every penny. This place is one of the best omakase experiences in Canada. Chef Jackie and his team always ensure guests are given the attention and hospitality they deserve. The quality of sourcing of seafood and ingredients is also top tier.

Shoushin has really matured since my last visit - granted this last visit was in 2017, a time frame approaching five years. We had plans to go back in 2019, but we all know why that didn t happen. It s a restaurant that is more sure of itself: there s only two menus to choose from with the omakase at $300 or a more personalized experience, the obsession perfection, priced at $450+ depending on the selection. Their staff are more knowledgeable - about the restaurant, alcohol selection, and the ingredients used and operates with a synchronized precision that would make Henry Ford happy. Right after the menus are whisked away, a hot hand towel arrives, followed by cold drinks, and an amuse bouche - a bite of spinach boiled in kelp broth and topped with dried rich tuna flakes. For the winter, the kelp broth seemed to be a cornerstone of their appetizers, a comforting staple like chicken soup. This is followed by another warming dish, a piece of smoked king fish sitting in a puréed daikon broth. The accompanying cutlery was difficult to use. Although pretty to look at, the wooden spoon combined with a shallow dish made reaching the broth difficult (unless you pick up the vessel and drink from it). From what I manage to get into the spoon, the savoury silky soup went well with the lightly scented meaty fish. The fish was described as quickly deep fried, but there wasn t a crunchy element, which if they could have managed a bit of crispiness would have made the dish even more interesting Sashimi arrives next, served over three dishes to ensure we enjoyed each one as intended. My favourite dish of the night was the fatty tuna simmered in plum broth. The rich savouriness of the fish balanced nicely with the slightly sweet tartness of the fruit, sort of like having pork chops with apple sauce. It s fragrant, flavourful, and warming, something I could have had an entire steak of surely. And before the sushi, a cup of miso soup made with red and aged miso, which was so light on the salt that I wouldn t be surprised was not seasoned at all. Nonetheless, it s surprisingly flavourful with an umami acidic property to it. The finely chopped shallots were an interesting choice, maybe for the slightly crunchy texture, but a bit overpowering given the under seasoned soup.

Excellent service, high quality fish, rice was spot on. I ve been to several of Toronto s top Japanese restaurants and I have to say this is my favourite. Great experience and worth the splurge.

I really feel so disappointed about my dinner experience here, service was good. But the price and the quality of the food was not equal, I couldnt even bite into one of the sashimi I was giving lot of expectations of shoushin. Feel really sad about this experience

Wonderful dining experience from start to finish. Customer service was exceptional and the food was on point. I have tried Uni several times in the past and was convinced it wasn t my thing; however, after visiting Shoushin I ve found it to be one of my favourite dishes. Will definitely be coming back in the future.

Good place to eat healthy food , nice staff

Lived up to every expectation I had. Thank you for such an incredible meal and attentive service

Im really sad and disappointed about my experience at Shoushin. I was so excited for this meal and had been looking forward to it for a while (since it costs $400+/person). When you walk in and throughout the meal, service is fantastic. But thats the most I can say about it. In fact, I cant say the same about the chefs. They were extremely distracted talking with each other and would glare at us if we asked what a dish was. For how much this meal cost, I was expecting to be served innovative dishes using the freshest seafood. Instead, the majority of the dishes were just sushi - rice with a slice of fish. There was nothing special about what they made. Most of the fish that we got we could get at other, much cheaper, omakase restaurants. I was expecting to be wowed, but instead we left still feeling hungry, even after purchasing an additional 2 dishes. Overall, not worth the price or the hype at all and will be choosing a different omakase experience in the future.

Shoushin is good for 4.5. The food and the services are very good but only the types of the fishes is too common and narrow. The sushi rice is outstanding.

Delicious omakase. Restaurant is beautiful, service is great, and experience was wonderful. Jeff served my group and I - very friendly!

Great restaurant with excellent service and authentic sushi. One of the best in Toronto if not the entire country. Highly recommended.

The portion is quite small. The two of us were not full even after eating about 1,300 yuan, but the service was very good. It was really good. btw. The additional sea urchin sushi is 40 per piece. It s considered a sushi assassin

A fantastic, attention to detail-filled, delicious experience with the team at Shoushin. If you truly enjoy high quality seafood and ingredients, you will find the Obsession Perfection meal well worth the price. Looking forward to visiting again to try their Winter offering.

Lovely aesthetic and really professional! I personally think it s a bit overpriced for what you re getting (compared to other Toronto Omakase restaurants). But overall a great experience !

I would highly recommend this place to anyone who wants to experience the best quality sushi and customer service. Thank you everyone for taking good care of my family last night and making our dinner special and memorable. Definitely worth the splurge.

Everything about this place was top notch. Couldn t expect anything better from their team of professionals. The food was amazing and the customer service made it an unbelievable experience

We had a great experience here, every dish was outstanding! Their take on preparing certain dishes is so creative, it s like a flavour bomb in your mouth. We also did the sake pairing and it was so much fun. The staff are knowledgeable, friendly, keep the conversation going with you which makes this experience that much better. It s definitely pricey but you are paying for an experience

We had such a wonderful experience at Shoushin yesterday! The food is absolutely extraordinary, and the team is nothing short of extraordinary too!! My last dinner at Shoushin was pre-pandemic and it has wonderful as ever. And more counter space A big thank you to the team for making that night super special for us and your friends.

Amazing experience!

An incredible and delicious omakase experience. A perfect meal for our anniversary. We enjoyed our time at Shoushin so much that my wife forgot how to walk on the way out Thank you Shoushin for a perfect dining experience!

One of the more enjoyable omakase establishment in Toronto.

Great omakase where we get a little chance to choose the kind of fish/sushi we would prefer. We went with the overall more fatty fish theme but then we did not get to try the other things they were offering tonight like snow crab or ikura. Wish they could have a list of offerings tonight to let you choose from it or get a chance to try everything.

Incredible quality, care and passion in each dish. A must-try Edo Tokyo style sushi in Toronto. Sake pairing is perfect with the Perfection Omakase dinner. Happily accommodating to a shrimp and nut allergy.

We had an amazing experience! The food was delicious and the service was top knotch! The whole meal was a journey and it was great chatting with Chef Lin and our server. I cant wait to go back!

Thank you, everyone, for a great experience!

Truly one of the most disappointing visit and menu I ever had. I came before covid, it was amazing and super dream worthy experience but this time around it was a complete joke. Picked the $480 menu. I was expecting a lot more for what Im paying but nothing was special, thought it was super basic. Between every nigiri, too much wasabi couldnt taste the freshness of the fish. Also told the staff I was allergic to the melon dessert, didnt get a replacement dessert. Not only was the owner giving us dirty/judgemental looks, other chef was rude.

A world class experience in every way... the interiors - the exquisitely-crafted wood sushi bar, the knowledgeable and polished staff, the interaction with the owner behind the bar. Weve been to Michelin starred restaurants and spent less - its VERY expensive, but this is a one-of-a -kind venue in Toronto of uncompromising quality. I only wish they had a more casual takeout menu (especially during the pandemic) because other than Soushin, quality sushi at Yonge and Lawrence does not exist.

Had dinner there. Everything is good. The place is clean. The staff is polite and ready to serve customers. The décor is pleasant. The food are good, however there is no wow to surprise me. The price is very expensive comparing to other Japanese restaurants where you can eat for similar food and service. I could pay for less than half elsewhere in the city and also get good service.

kanpyo with ankimo is so good

Went with my husband. When I saw the menu it shook me to the core, because they serve at risk and endangered seafood. Do your research before supporting such a place and in the least do not buy the food that is nearing extinction (osetra caviar) or endangered (bluefin tuna).

It was my first time eating at shoushin. The staff are amazing, the omakase was top notch! I really felt a bound between the chefs and the customers feeling. Would definitely come back again! Oh try the melon!

Very authentic Japanese cuisine. Fishes are so fresh it melts in your mouth. All the staff are really polite and dinner environment was great . highly recommend..

great food quality. 5 star.

Value for money is a bit low

Excellent experience. This is my favourite sushi restaurant in Toronto, just edging out Kaji. This was the last of the high end sushi restaurants for me to try in the city, and I m happy I did. It s pricey and they re not going to put gold flakes on it so you ll feel good about the price. :) It s just great sushi, well prepared and incredible service.

Amazing food, fantastic service with knowledgable staff while they pay close attention to you. They observe you and personalize the experience for you without being asked. Absolutely worth the price.

Exquisite! Everything is super-fresh, lovingly prepared, beautifully served and delicious. Service is impeccable, ambiance is very nice. We sat at the bar and it was a pleasure to watch our chef work, and an even greater pleasure to talk to him. Very pricey, but you definitely get what you pay for. We added the seasonal trio to our prix fix selection, and it was amazing - ankimo was buttery and melted in my mouth, and salmon roe was perfect.

Authentic Japanese sushi experience in Toronto. Beautiful interior, excellent service, and exquisite technique on display.

Shoushin is probably the best overall omakase sushi place in Canada (maybe Masaki Saito is better, but the price tag is roughly more than double for an already expensive meal). The ambience is comforting and elegant, and the service matches. Chef Jackie endeavours to procure great and sometimes esoteric (at least for Canada) ingredients such as Kohada while giving them the loving preparation they need to become incredible pieces of nigiri. His sushi rice, perhaps the most important element of sushi, is extremely well calibrated and still ever improving with the right amount of acidity and just the mildest subtle hint of sweetness. It pairs great with all the different neta, and he has one of the greatest varieties of seafood available (last time I went, he had 5-6 different variations of sea urchin alone).

Amazing service, but the food, while also delicious, is simply not worth the price. If you are looking for an upscale sushi joint, I would recommend Yasu over this without reservation.

Incredible evening at Shoushin. Enjoyed perfect omakase experience. The Kiku menu is totally worth it with Wagyu Beef and Caviar dishes

One of my fav auth jap restaurant in Toronto

Amazing Service. A fantastic head chef . Very beautiful place to actually experience sushi. I cant explain how awesome it was and how each food was presented and properly explained. Every bite was very satisfying. Truly a restaurant we will be going back too.

We called to cancel our reservation and they charged 400$! It is scandalous and just unbelievable. To avoid definitely. Now time to go in court with these thieves...

Food is top notch. Chef Lin proves his extensive training of sushi making from Japan. Would go there again

Such a disappointing experience. Nothing special, nothing creative. When I pay 400+/person, I d expect to be wowed . The fish and dishes were very ordinary - toro, uni, shrimp...I can have it at many other places so why Shoushin, why this price point when this place doesn t strike a difference? Omakase is supposed to work along with the seasons; the ingredients, fish and even the cooking methods should reflect that for the best tastes. Also the rice was not made right, by that I mean it was loose! Some rice dropped from the sushi, some was stuck on my finger! Making sushi rice is the most basic but critical skill for any sushi chef. Overall not worth the price!

Don t think about it - just go! This place is awesome and amazing. They fly in their products directly from japan, and have a wide and exclusive selection of sake. The fish is phenomenal - I recommend the butterfish and Red Sea urchin. The wait staff is knowledgeable, nice and aim to please. Just go! By far the best restaurant in Toronto.

Excellent dinner at Shoushin. Welcoming hospitality as usual, and interesting and hard to find fish. Chef Jackie always does his best to create an excellent dining experience. Particularly like the Amadai, Chutoro, Matsuwa saba, and the Tairagai for this meal. The Buri daikin was great too, and the Kohada was excellent as usual.

Chef Jackie Lin is dedicated to his craft and this shows in the cuisine that is served here. Every detail has been carefully thought of.. from the ingredient selection, subtle textures and beautiful presentation. Let Chef Lin be your guide and join him on a unique omakase journey - a delight to the senses. Thank you!

Very nice place and good service

Every bit as amazing as Kaji, and with more focus on each piece of fish specifically. One of the best in Canada for sure.

Still one of the best Omakase sushi places in Toronto. If you dare pay the price!

Amazing sushi at crazy prices.

Best sushi i never had and nice service!

Amazing experience. I went here for my birthday and felt right at home. The quality of the ingredients is extraordinary. Very happy I spent my time here, you wont be disappointed.

Great high end experience.

Impeccable service and attention to detail is what Shoushin is all about. We opted for the kiku with the sake pairing and each dish and sake was perfectly presented and absolutely delicious. Our waiter was exceptionally knowledgeable and guided us along our experience expertly. It is pretty expensive but well worth it for a special occasion or if you feel like treating yourself to something not typically found in a restaurant. We will be back.

Top 2 Sushi places in Toronto, imo.

Fresh sushi and great atmosphere. A little pricey, so would recommend for special occasions. Decent chef experience too by the bar.

It was a good dinner, but expensive. The service was great.

Impressed by haughty chef who thinks hes in nyc? Live in the area and think that California roll is reat sushi? Then this is the place for you. Truth be told, the service is better than the food. The chef is delusional and thinks hes a master chef. Snarf

You haven t tried sushi until you come to Shoushin!

Overall Food: 4 Service: 4 Ambiance: 4 Value: 3 Recommend or Repeat: N

Expensive omakase but food is not worth that price. I have had many experience trying out Japanese food in Japan, Asia and here in Toronto. I am quite impressed of a few restaurants in the GTA area so I had high hope for this place. The menu has 3 Omakase options, lowest is close to 200/head, then 300 to 400 each. I picked the middle to try out. I have to say, the first few appertizers were highly disappointing because the taste of the food was... too simple, no detail of Japanese cuisine arts, not perfectionate( ) at all! The batter from fried shrimp was not fried till crisp, and it was served cold. Portion was also tiny, not small, but tiny. One signature appertizer that was mixed with caviar, uni and minced toro. That to me was very weired. The toro taste was not that pronounced (not the best toro) which was supposed to be, sturgeon caviar kinda bring up the taste of the toro but also kind of wasted the caviar... then you mix these with uni and it then covers more the toro taste. Overall it is a fatty, luxury mix of all 3 kinds of seafood delicacies with their unique tastes, but now they are ovverriding each other. The middle price Omakase comes with the Wagyu beef with 2 options of cooking to pick. I picked the fried version... but I was again very disappointed. They used bread crumb to coat the beef for frying as last step, after frying process with bread crumb it would cover the true taste of the beef. They also give you 3 condiments for the beef... salt, mustard and sweet red miso. You can simply forget abt the miso, it will strongly override the beef. Not need to say, i believe Ive got 3 tiny pcs total maybe 20 grams of beef. Sashimi plate...when they say premium, it is not high end fishes or nice seafood that you would expect, but rather using cheaper seafood, some marinated, some well cut, placed on nice dishes for presentation. Again, tiny portion. For sushi... supposingly the famous spot light of the restaurant. The Chinese Chef (tell by his last name) seems to have good nigiri skill because rice is cooked and marinated to good taste and texture, but rather not warm enough. The fishes are not premuim, out of 10 pcs, I find 3 pcs were happy ones and the rest were just so-so. Its still lack of surprise taste and freshness of each bite compare to those very good Japanese sushi places in GTA. Dont even compare those in Japan. I am writting this review because I paid $300 but I dont think that was worth the price.

Service = 5 Food and Experience = 3.5 Overall = 4 Having been to Yazu (see my other review), I was comparing our Shoushins experience to it. From the first step until the end, the service was fantastic! We felt like we had someone serving us the whole time as our teas were topped off constantly, table was cleaned whenever a drop of soy sauce touched the table, and the staff there pushed our chairs in and out whenever we needed to get up. Foodwise, it was good and fresh. My favourite was the O-Toro as the fattiness of the fish literally melted in my mouth. The wife loved the scallops and clam and we both loved the uni! However, we werent big fans of the duck and the winter melon appetizer was just ok. They had four choices of dessert and by far, the creme brulee was the preferred dessert (by the waitress and between the two we had). While we were dining tonight, there were 4-5 different couples, mainly situated around the bar (highly recommend requesting a spot there when making resos). There seemed to be quite a few regulars (surprising as the dinner wasnt exactly cheap) as the chef addressed them by their names. This was the part that was most disappointing for us as it seemed like the chef was more attentive to these customers. He didnt even really make a point to get to know us unfortunately. Overall, it was a good experience but it wasnt exactly spectacular. The service was excellent and it did satisfy our cravings for good sushi but will most likely try other places in the future.

For the finest Japanese / sushi experience you must visit Shoushin. The experience end-to-end was phenomenal. The wait staff meticulously attend to every detail like wiping up a tiny drop of sauce that ended up on the table after one of the courses. We sat at the bar which is made of a stunning solid piece of Japanese wood. Its a fixed menu format with the option of adding a-la-carte items near the end of the service. Each course was exquisite and showcased a different style with deep layers of flavour. The sake pairing is a must try experience as well - each type served is perfectly paired with the food and had a real distinctive taste. The price is not for the faint of heart - by far the most expensive Japanese/sushi meal Ive ever had, but worth every penny.

Pricey and pompous. We walked in with a party of four and werent seated for 40 minutes even though many tables were available Not until we said we were walking and made a scene were we seated. Quite diappointment... sushi didnt taste fresh.. had a fishy smell. We told our server and she replaced our orders only to have the same smelly sushi again. It was a hot day... perhaps the fish was left unrefrigerated? Disappointing.

I could totally appreciate the quality of the seafood and the idea behind it however it s overpriced. If you are not interested in different textures and flavours don t ever go here but if you love a good culinary experience it might just be your favourite. For me personally I can appreciate everything but it was not for me. & the $600 bill for 2 people didn t help. The wagyu was amazing, the thing i liked best. They just need to make it more a la carte in my opinion, it can still have the same feeling.

One of the few sushi restaurants in Toronto. Surprisingly large portions considering the high quality of the food. Well worth the price, but expect to pay minimum $250 per person. I highly recommend trying Shoushin.

Its a very good high-end Japanese food restaurant. The decoration in the store gives people an elegant atmosphere. The menu is divided into three levels, which are respectively 200 dollars, 300 dollars and 400 dollars +. After tax and tip, you basically have to pay more. The ingredients for this 100-dollar sushi are very fresh. I like the sea urchin sushi that melts in your mouth. The waiter is very nice and will give a detailed introduction every time before serving. Overall, it feels very good. I heard the clerk said that this is the most expensive Japanese restaurant in Toronto. It s a small shop but it s worth going to~

Good not great. Semi premium fish at premium prices (ex. Non-JP hon maguro). Chefs super nice though

Best omakase in Toronto.

Great atmosphere, even better food. The musk melon is the juciest melon Ive ever had.

Service is good overall. But the food is not fresh at all. My girlfriend is allergy to not fresh seafood. Her skin is itchy, and red spots all over her face. This didnt happen when we go to the other similar sushi restaurant. Her and a friend went to wash room all night. Diarrhea like crazy. The chef even told us other sushi restaurant is garbage. Id say next time before you say that choose your ingredients wisely. Doesnt worth the money you spend.

One of the best Japanese restaurants in Toronto. Skillful chef, with top quality ingredients / fishes, and like to use seasonal stuffs, so you never get disappointment. The servers got strong knowledge on Sake, and they are doing pretty good job on sake pairing part. Especially, they can tell the characteristics of each bottle of sake.

Great service, creative tasting menu, beautiful decor, quiet. A unique experience for a special occasion.

Fantastic experience. Everything is a step above what I expected. When it came to the sushi, each piece got richer and more delicious. When it came to the kama-toro, or super fatty tuna, I nearly cried from how good it was. That was followed by unique pieces of sushi that were all exceptionally delicious. The service is also top notch. Everyone from the servers to the chef were welcoming and friendly. I hope to come again some day

Excellent, excellent food, great staff. Most materials flown in from Japan and fresh. Having just visited Japan, I think the food here is comparable. Would come again

Great experience. Will recommend sitting In front of chef so you won t be boring when waiting.

The service is really good. But the fish is not particularly fresh. We ordered a set meal worth 400 yuan. The two of us ate more than 1,000 yuan including tips. We felt like we had eaten a lot. No value for money at all. I thought of the two-Michelin-starred Long Yin I had in Hong Kong. The set menu for two people cost HKD 5,000. It was ten million times better than this! ! ! ! !

The table service is top notch. The sushi is one of the best in the city.

Good menu spread, very concise explanation of food which helps you make your choice in an informed way. Food is full of authentic flavors and is fresh, however the sauces offered can get better both in quantity and richness of flavor. Overall a nice experience and will surely go back.

Honestly... We are a little boujee when it comes to omokase and this place did not disappoint! It may be a little hefty for the wallet - compared to other well known places, but its aaaalll worth it! The quality of the fish was undeniably delicious and fresh. Our server Bradley? was very attentive to our needs and very knowledgeable on the sake and sushi selection. Overall, we found a new found love for Shoushun!

This restaurant literally stole $ 400 from us. I booked online last weekend for 4 people, unfortunately had to cancel and called to notify. On the phone, I was NOT notified of the cancellation policy and charged $ 400 on my card. I tried to speak over the phone to the owner, in vain. UNACCEPTABLE.

Went here with my girl and it was definitely a cool experience. Every single course was great in flavors. The variety was endless. however it did feel a bit over priced overall compared to other omakase that weve tried.

Worse experience in a long time.

Pricy Omakase but worth every penny for quality food & service!

Very good services to every details and the chefs were really engaging during the course of the meal!

Worst stomachache after $1000 meal here.

Amazing food and conversation with the chefs if you get counter seats. Absolutely luxurious.