Yamato Japanese Restaurant in Toronto

Amazing experience and food.

Lovely Japanese spot in Yorkville, reasonably priced, the food was good. Friendly staff

Dined at the table seating area with my daughters last night. Ordered an assortment of appetizers, sashimi, sushi and Maki. Pleasantly surprised at the quality of the meal. Outside of high end omakase that seems to taking over there are very few good Japanese restaurants left in Toronto.

We were so cold ended up getting all udon!! next time i want to try teppenyaki

I was excited to try this place out for a friend s birthday and appreciated the inviting atmosphere and good service from the chefs and the servers. They first serve you fried rice which is good followed by veggies. I was eating my fried rice and thought some got on the table, so I was going to wipe it away, but when I got a closer look I realized it was a brown bug (pretty sure it was a cockroach) that was crawling on my table and then went under the table. The chef noticed I shrieked and he said what happened and I said I saw a bug and he just laughed it off That experience pretty much did it for me. I immediately lost my appetite and could not enjoy the rest of my food. When we told one of the staff what I had seen, they just said I m sorry and walked away. I would have expected a bit more of a concern in his voice or a bit of a follow up, but they seemed to not care? Will not be coming here or recommending this place to anybody else given my experience. The food overall is also subpar considering the price. You re really just paying for the show that is teppanyaki

Fantastic chef experience, and delicious food also. Absolutely recommended Great fun time . Food

This is our go to sushi restaurant. The food is always very good and the sushi fresh.

First time going there for chefs table. The food, in my case (tempura, sashimi , teriyaki etc.:)) was really good. However, as a first time customer, no one, no one, explained how the whole chefs table works. I was looked upon by the stuff to place my order of 5 pages long menu to get it placed without having any time to go through it. And the worst part, no one explaines to you what from the menu is actually cooked in front of you by the chef. So after ordering food, which is casually delivered to you by the staff, chef has nothing to cook... Its really ridiculous and the service doesnt care to explain anything. Can you please put more effort in educating your customers when they enter the place!. Otherwise it feels very, very awkward.

The chef was great. Cooked for 8 of us, and worked hard. The food was ok, not worth what they are charging. The wait staff was busy so a bit curt. But, when we went to pay the $500 bill, the cashier was VERY aggressive about leaving a tip (which we did) and was yelling at us to do so. He had to be asked to leave by a colleague, who was then more polite about it. We will never go there again.

Had Unagi don and tempura Udon, there. Taste wide was 8/10 for Unagi, close to authentic. Tempora udon was 50-50.

Really affordable place that you should try for teppanyaki

The atmosphere is very good. The fried rice improves the rating, but sharing an egg for two people is a bit shabby. The seafood is average and the beef is a bit tough.

10/10 would recommend!

Way better than hibachi

hot Green tea charged me CAD 4.00 per cup which was unbelievable expensive beef udon, beef was tiny, soba was overcooked not really recommend Food : 1/5 |

So we went to get a tempura udon and a sashimi dinner. I understand it might be a japanese thing, but I didn t expect the tempura to come totally soaked already. I expect it to be just a little bit crunchy instead of totally wet And the rice that came with the sashimi was not sushi rice at all, it s just regular white rice With the price that they mark, it is pretty disappointed.

Updated review- Yamato continues to impress me! Thank you for the delicious food last night. We had the Sushi Moriawase and teppan fried rice and it did not disappoint. Freshest, tastiest fish in Toronto Older review Exquisite food!! The teppanyaki is an experience. BEST Japanese restaurant in Toronto! Cant wait to go back. Thank you Yamato for the most wonderful experience

The food was just ok for the price. Our hibachi chef was funny and personable but our SERVER WAS EXTREMELY RUDE. She had a condescending demeanour from the moment we sat down. Ordered wine and asked if we could get a glass of water. She proceeds to bring the family beside us all water but must have forgot ours. When I asked again politely mid way through our meal she rolls her eyes and walks away we never ended up getting those glasses of water. Even when I asked for another glass of wine for both my girlfriend and I (clearly both our glasses were empty) she brings my girlfriends wine and and stares at me with disgust when I asked if I could also have another glass of wine please. Not sure if she thought a couple in their mid-20s wouldn t tip her well but I still tipped her 20% despite her horrible service.

Very disappointed that this very special restaurant has gone down hill. The experience is great but the quality of the food is disappointing. When you order lobster teppanyaki 100% of the time it comes on the grill as a full tail ( irrespective of the size) and they detach it, grill it. and serve. Last night that took a plate of lobster meat (probably from a can) and flipped it on the grill. The most expensive menu item is just cooked and served. No show, no tail. Shrimp were small, scallops tasteless. The staff should also be trained that you do not start removing dishes until the last guest has put down their chopsticks. This was a high end restaurant that is now just average. Too bad

My 3-star review is a combination of perhaps 25 visits to the restaurant (mainly for lunch) over a few years. The food is generally very good (I mainly eat the sushi/nigiri/maki). My latest visit was very disappointing. My guest ordered a salmon sushi pizza, and did not like it. He tried two of the 6(?) triangular pieces to be sure that he was not judging too quickly. He has had many similar dishes elsewhere, and simply did not enjoy the way the rice was prepared (ie. very dense/heavy). He ordered something else instead. Our bill showed all items, including the $15 sushi pizza. We inquired about why this item was charged, and the immediate answer was you ate most of it, which was simply not true. Then it was suggested that the manager cannot remove it. I said, ok, I have been here around 25 times, and will not come back. Just bad business in my opnion.

Terrible food

Been here multiple times but will never return again. Ordered a simple $11 spicy tuna maki right off the menu and got another spicy tuna dish instead for $40. Brought this up with the waitress and management and they sided with the waitress and made a huge deal about it, not to mention took the pieces that I already ate just so I couldn t take them home because I refused to pay for something I didn t order aha. Disgusting service for Yorkville.

I have been to Yamato 10+ times over the past year and it was fast becoming my favourite Japanese restaurant in Yorkville (until today). However, the experience today was far from satisfactory. For full disclosure, I was 30 minutes late to my reservation and would have been fine to re-queue for a table. What happened was that when I arrived, a young fellow named Osaki behaved in an extremely unprofessional manner, looked at his watch aggressively, proceeded to make me wait for my table (the restaurant was 80+% empty at the time) and demanded I must sit down in the waiting area (standing was not an option). The lack of civility, tone and body language displayed by the young fellow transformed what would have been a simple situation to one that was intolerable and demanded this Google review. Having been to the restaurant many times, my family and I were shocked, disappointed and voiced to the senior restaurant manager how badly this situation has been handled. Though the food and other staff members were up to their usual par (and they seemed extra attentive perhaps to make up for the saga), I am having second thoughts if I will revisit Yamato in near future.

Great food experience at Yamato. The food is delicious and the chefs put on a fun show if youre there for teppanyaki. The service is attentive and friendly.

best restaurant in my life. watching them cook live is entertaining and it has delicious food

Amazing lunch!

Amazing experience with the cooking being done in front of you. Food is great as well

The food is nice, the service is great but interior a bit outdated

Tasty food, but a bit overpriced. Tried the beef steak, grilled chicken, fried rice & cheese cake. Good quality & ok service. You need to reserve your spot in the restaurant s teppanyaki area in advance though.

Great service. Delicious food. Very clean restaurant.

The Indian-looking or latina-looking older lady server was extremely unprofessional and unpleasant today. She made me feel like I was being rushed the whole time... (And I burnt my tongue!) For example, while I was still eating and swallowing my nabe she asked me, Are you finished? trying to snatch the nabe bowl. (Nabe is a dish that you enjoy slowly including its broth to the very last drop. Just because you finished your noodle and solid ingredients does not mean you are finished.) I burned my mouth a bit as I was trying to protect my nabe by saying no in the midst of still swallowing the hot soup. No server should talk to a diner while he is actively eating. Very basic server stuff. Im not asking much here but just for the very basic, very minimum. Common sense, please!!!!! Also, her tone was a bit off the whole time, her overall mood/vibe also unpleasant as if she was holding some grudges against me... I was not asked how my food was by any server including her. Every time I thanked her for filling my water cup while trying to have an eye contact (me being polite), she would say nothing but would just maintain her stoic look. (No reciprocation? Honestly... shouldnt it be the other way around?) In short, she does not belong here! A Japanese restaurant is expected to be polite, not rushing its patrons. Plus, this is Yorkville... not some... Ill just stop here.

Its a busy Japanese eatery so I checked it out. The welcoming staff made a great first impression. However, the tempura was just okay, and the dragon rolls were decent but not exceptional. Overall, a satisfactory experience, but the food didnt stand out.

Delicious food that is good quality and not too expensive either. A feel good meal for sure, definitely recommend

This restaurant uses too much butter for everything. I couldn t eat 60% of the food as it only tastes like butter and soy sauce. Japanese cuisine is generally prepared in a way that makes the most of its ingredients. However this place adds too much soy sauce and butter to every single teppanyaki ingredients. Steak meat was really good quality but it was ruined by soy sauce and butter nightmare. Needs improvement really. You don t need to add flavour or at least ask customers preference. Service was mediocre and felt too busy as all teppanyaki tables are close to each other. Good part: Teppanyaki chef is skilled and very entertaining

Amazing food!

We dined at Yamato on Wednesday, June 5th, 2024. Yamato Japanese Restaurant in Yorkville, Toronto, has been a staple of the area since 1983, making it one of the oldest teppanyaki-style restaurants in Canada. The restaurant s commitment to authenticity and the engaging dining experience it offers are key factors that make it special and a long-lasting stalwart of Toronto s dining scene. We bypassed the authentic sushi dining experience and sat at a teppanyaki table. For those who don t know, teppanyaki is a style of Japanese cuisine that uses an iron griddle to cook food in front of the customers. From the menu, we chose the Tori, which was tender boneless chicken dark meat glazed with teriyaki sauce, and the Daimyo, which included prime ribeye steak, scallops, and Caribbean lobster meat. Our young chef prepared the food in front of us using entertaining elements such as slicing, dicing, and setting the food on fire. Our chef also incorporated comedic elements that made us laugh. We sipped on our warm sake and ate our salad and very tasty soup while we watched and waited for our food choices to finish cooking. The freshly prepared food was excellent, perfectly blending the savory, sweet, and umami flavors that make this type of Japanese cuisine so unique. This was my second time at Yamato in twenty years, and they were as good as I remembered. The teppanyaki experience at Yamato is great for special occasions and groups of friends or family, or if you and your significant other feel like splurging. Vegetarian options: There a vegetarian choices. Kid-friendliness: Kids were welcomed.

The live teppanyaki experience was so exciting to see. Food was freshly cooked and served. The chef did a top notch job and was funny. Great service, and very attentive.

Very good food, service was excellent could use a little music and maybe a bit dimmer lighting for some better ambiance

On April 27, 2024, a Saturday evening me and my wife had a reservation for the cooking tables. when we arrived we were seated and ordered drinks and appetizers so far so good The chef came with his tools and cart of orders and started the show. I ordered rib steak medium rare and lobster tail. the show was great but the food was tough, boot tough I could not even eat it, everything tasted the same we could not believe it one taste and hard to eat, no sooner were the plates removed the server came with the bill and no smile? Once is to much. Would not recommend this place.

Very good! On the expensive side but you know that going in

Never disappointed!! Always a good time and great food!!

Pleasant ambient, approachable stuff and great food.

Yesterday was my wifes birthday and we had dinner at Yamato to celebrate. The ambiance was nice, food was good and the service was exceptional. We had a great time and will return for sure. If youre visiting Toronto be sure to go to Yamato. Youll enjoy it !

First of all, there are two sides to the restaurant, and the entrance is on the Sushi side. If you are coming for Teppanyaki and have no reservation, you need to specifically tell them that you are there for Teppanyaki. I still highly recommend that you make reservation. Next, as expected in the Bloor-Yonge area, parking is extremely limited. You can either try your luck and drive around, or just go straight to the Green P in Yorkville Ave. Once you are seated (but your group is not big enough), you kind of have to wait a little until your table is full, and again for the chef. Now, the service was amazing, and the food was pretty good. It was very interesting that (almost) everything has Wasabi Icecream in it. The fried rice was quite a bit more expensive, $8 extra I believe, but I would recommend that at least one person in the group try it.

classic japanese restaurant that you don t see much anymore. maki s have the right touch of ingredients. the sashimi was fantastic nicely cut, super fresh.

Iconic Yorkville Establishment. Authentic Japanese, consistent, exceptional food, quality, lovely people, & unparalleled service. Mr.Yorkville approved! Food

Excellent little Japanese restaurant! Delicious food, (the udon is fantastic) ample seating and lovely service. Hope I can visit again some time!

Rude and arrogant manager!! They were so mean to my son and I on his Birthday. They refused to seat us ahead of walk ins and we had a reservation. There were mouldy dish containers coming out of the kitchen with peoples glasses! I have heard people get sick from the food here! Beware and spend your money at a place where you are treated with respect.

My favorite place in the Yorkville area.

Delicious food, nice service, very good place for birthday! Thank you!

We had very good experience at dine-in and today we had good food at take-out

Let me start by saying that Ive been here several times with my family, and that the food is quite good. I was making reservation to come here for my birthday. I called in and set a date/time which was for later that week. I called in again a day before to confirm my reservation... sorry we dont have you in the system. Ok fine, Ill make it again. Now comes the day (my birthday by the way), I live about 40 minutes away. It was raining, so there was more traffic than usual (I dont drive downtown that often). My friends and I ended up being about 10 minutes late. I go in only to find out that they gave my reservation away to a Walk In. After arguing with the guy at the front, who was very rude, I didnt get 1 single sorry out of him, it was clear they werent going to help me out. So I wasted almost an hour driving each way for nothing. I was 10 minutes late, not 20, not 30... 10, and on top of that it was my birthday. I guess because they are always very busy their customer service isnt really there. Yes their food is good, but that ruined my entire night... thanks.

This restaurant is a must to go .the food and the serving is special and the chefs professional.

Food Fresh and tasty good place

The interactive nature of the meal made it a fun and engaging experience!

Great place to enjoy and experience teppanyaki. Service on point and the food was delicious. You really dont need the sauces as the food is already well seasoned. I would just get plain rice next time around and skip the $8 add on for fried rice.

They don t have a single dish that ain t a 10/10. Great sushi place A lil pricy Expect around 200-300 per person. Depends on how you eat.

One of my favourite places to go to for sushi in the city. I am a regular customer of both Fune (when it was still open) and Yamato. Food and atmosphere are great. I am not sure what has happened to the service. In the past, the atmosphere was calm and relaxed. Lately, the staff rush you out the door. Plates are taken away as soon as you are done, and the bill is brought out almost immediately. I now spend more for the same dishes with worse service

The only reason I took a star off for atmosphere was because it was packed and therefore quite noisy. 2 birthday parties on a Tuesday night. Testament to Yamatos popularity and fantastic fare! Food

The servers are very nice, always with a big smile. The Udon soup have become my daughter s new comfort soup. Other kid loved the sushi. The service was fast. Overall, very pleasant experience.

This was a great experience at the Yamoto restaurant. Great service, the food was incredible!

perfect place to have lunch and dinner near rom We ordered two lunch set and its very good. Will come again Food

Great spot for teppenyaki in Toronto. The chefs put on a good show and you get quality food for a good price. Love the interactive approach. Dietary restrictions: Accommodations for gluten free/celiac

Great food, Great service

Traditional teppanyaki in the centre of Yorkville

Dropped by this place for dinner with my 2 boys. We ordered a few apps and 3 entrees. Food was above average, service was excellent

What an amazing Japanese environment with excellent food and good price! I love to eat there every day

We are regulars at Yamato for both the atmosphere and the food. Fried rice is the classic and sushi is a hidden gem. Id highly recommend going with a group of people and trying the teppanyaki for special occasions.

Went for a team lunch for the teppanyaki. The spectacle is quite good, but the food is very average. The service was very good and they were kind enough to bring out a cake slice with a candle etc for the person celebrating their birthday that day. Vegetarian options: They have veggie options and can also do the fried rice without eggs.

From the time we sat down the staff was rushing us, we felt that we had to leave as fast as possible. They were taking our plates at the same time as we were taking a last bite, nobody ask us if we wanted a dessert or something else to drink. It took 30min from the time we placed our order to the time they brought us the bill(without asking for it).

There was a cockroach on my table.

The experience was amazing and their staff is very nice and accomodating.

This is by far the best teppanyaki I ve ever had! The service is outstanding and the food is consistently delicious!

Food used to be better but still pretty good

Great customer service and our chef was very entertaining!

Good food, friendly staff, and an overall entertaining place

Harold was the best chef we have had since coming here for the past 3 years. Very funny, entertaining and polite. Thank you Harold

Amazing food and overall experience at the teppanyaki table!

Good service, reasonable price. Recommended

Excellent service, fresh Sashimi and large portions. Finally a Katsu-Don in a soup of sauce. Tempura was slightly over brown, might have been time to change the oil, and the starter soups and salad was very flavourful. Good value, with excellent level of service. I would comment on the green tea tiramisu if my children let me have a bite. The deserts may be the only thing in the menu that is over priced.

Great variety of fish, clean restaurant and first class service. I also Highly recommend the Teppanyaki experience for a great family outing.

Wonderful dinner and great service

Great, with My Money.

We had a wonderful experience at Yamato. My sons ate teppanyaki for their very first time and now are big fans!

Great service and chefs. Food was average ( could be better). But highly recommend it if you are looking for a great dining experience. FYI. Hard to find street parking, so we spent 14 dollars to park at underground parking lot (24 Charles west)

1st time here just loved the sushi was so fresh and very reasonable price for the excellent quality. Sorry did not take any pics but give it a try if you love sushi you will love this place.

Very nice beautiful restaurant with delicious food and friendly staff , specially our chef who was making our dishes was very nice and entertaining , I really enjoyed it ... and I ordered Filet mignon , it was delicious, fresh and tender ... I gave 4 stars just because of my drink ... it was so expensive and not that special, just a shot of whiskey... other than that highly recommend

Teppanyaki at your table! The chef demonstrates a great level of skill on the serving. Recommended dishes Teppanyaki

Hidden gem. Yamato food is high quality, delicious and the service is extraordinary. Immaculately clean restaurant. They handled our party of 12 impeccably.

Its really great experience. Its our first time and all I can they have the great food and service.

We try to get a date night as often as we can and decided to check out my favorite restaurant. I always go for teppanyaki. It did not disappoint and delivered a little show and lots of good food. She liked it and could not stop talking about it. I ordered the beef roll and she the sirloin. This day it was packed and we got in right on time for our reservation. Definitely a nice place for a nice interesting delicious dinner. The staff are ALL nice, everyone said hello as we entered and goodbye as we left. If you dont check it out youre missing out. Dinner for 2, one glass of wine (I was driving so water for me) came to 150 tip in.

Great experience!

Excellent food, great atmosphere. Not inexpensive, but given the quality Ill accept the prices on food. HOWEVER, soft drinks ... complete ripoff, first off they are fountain drinks, SERVED in the smallest of wine goblets WITH ICE ... my kids were offered refills ... which we were charged for AT $5 a glass. Absolutely, ludicrous pricing on those drinks. Highway robbery. Not cool Yamato.

A high-quality Japanese restaurant that is worth the price. The sashimi lunch is fresh, varied, and has a good portion. My beef and rice dish is nothing extraordinary but good enough. Irish coffee is a little bit too strong. Lovely staff. They have sashimi chef and seafood showcase right in the dining area.

Extremely expensive for basic sushi.

Worst teppanyaki Ive ever had. Guy didnt clean the table between types of food, so my lobster and scallops tasted like the meat he cooked beforehand. The steak, which I ordered medium rare, came well done by the time he served me. I expected much better for a high end Yorkville place.

I was looking for a Hibachi place around the Toronto area and came across this place. I read about this place and I saw it is one of the first hibachi places and has been in business for such a while. While entering I was welcome and greater with the best. The show and the sushi was prepared with the absolute best. The chef was truly nice and the customer service was top notch always looking after every detail.

Great restaurant, I ve been coming here for years. The staff are always kind and helpful. Sushi is fresh and taste amazing! They also have another side for table-side cooking and large groups.

I tried the tonkatsu and for me, the meat was really dry. The rice it came with was perfectly cooked and I enjoyed the soup it came with because it was definitely needed! I will try a different dish next time for sure.

An all-year-around classical choice :) Sashimi with amazing quality, plus the dessert is comforting too!

We were so sick from dinning here!! Beware! We had dinner the other night with our parents, but we didnt even order anything special or raw. Both me and my husband were so sick we could barely move the next day. I am not sure what was the problem, but we have been going for years!! Unfortunately, we wouldnt be returning anymore

Got so ill from eating the sushi from Yamato yesterday!! The fish smelled a little fishy, but didnt think much of it at the time. 3 out of the 4 of us were so sick the next day. Be careful if you plan on going there, this is not the first time we heard Yamato is going downhill since covid started. Having a couple of our friends, whom also are regular dinners, gets sick is truly scary. Wish our health inspector can go visit and see where the problem is!

We had teppanyaki for lunch. We were rushed to leave this place. The server literally just took our plate while we were eating on that same plate. If they are low on plate, just place your order.

Tasty food, Friendly service

Food and atmosphere were awesome!! Lots of food from the teppanyaki packages.

Very good sushi for the price, very good service, very good atmosphere

The beef udon used to be very good. But it s super salty and the portion is very small now. The sushi was also average. I don t understand why this place is so crowded. All the servers were super staring at the customers, which was very uncomfortable. I don t think I would come back.

an excellent spot near downtown for great food, fresh fish, and excellent service :) portions are small for the price, but tastes so good. seriously, the fried rice is absolutely insane

Excellent lunch experience. Very high quality sushi at reasonable prices. The lunch teppanyaki specials are delicious, filling and reasonable prices. Staff very nice and always friendly. We ve been going for years and will for sure continue!

The food, service, and experience was outstanding. We opted for the teppanyaki dinner - specifically the Kobe beef and you can tell the difference between the regular and kobe beef. Will definitely come again and recommend getting the fried rice with your meal. It was really good!

Consistently fresh and delicious with excellent service!

The sushi lunch was so yummy! Need to try their teppanyaki next time.

I m writing to express my deep disappointment regarding my recent experience at your establishment. As a vegan individual, I believe it is important to support and patronize restaurants that cater to a variety of dietary preferences and requirements. Unfortunately, my visit to your restaurant left me feeling disheartened and excluded. Upon calling to make a reservation for two vegan guests, I was met with a rude and dismissive response from the receptionist. When I inquired about the availability of vegan options, I was told bluntly that your restaurant does not offer any vegan dishes. This response baffled me, as I found it hard to believe that a restaurant in this day and age would have absolutely no vegetable or tofu-based options to accommodate vegan customers. In a time when concerns about the environment and sustainability are at the forefront of societal discussions, it is disheartening to witness such a lack of consideration for those who adhere to a vegan diet. Veganism has become more than just a trend; it is a conscious choice made by individuals for ethical, health, and environmental reasons. As a responsible restaurant owner, it is crucial to acknowledge the growing demand for plant-based options and make an effort to meet the needs of all customers. I urge you, as the manager, to seriously reconsider your menu offerings and prioritize the inclusion of vegan options. By doing so, you will not only attract a wider customer base but also demonstrate your commitment to the changing culinary landscape. Many restaurants have successfully incorporated delicious and innovative vegan dishes into their menus, proving that it is entirely feasible to cater to all dietary preferences without compromising on taste or quality.

We went as a family of 5 and it was a delightful experience. Very attentive staff and the chef was fantastic the food was so good and lots of it. He miso soup had the beat broth so flavourful. One of the best resteraunt experiences i have ever had! Vegetarian options: Lots to pick from! Kid-friendliness: Lots of kids present at the teppanyaki tables. Options om the menu for picky eaters.

We had a great lunch experience at this place. We liked the temperature, the texture and the taste of the sushi. It reminded us of the food we used to eat in Japan.

Great service and quality of food was amazing Staff is polite and friendly, they even explained detail about the food Food

Food was good but atmosphere felt underwhelming and rushed. Nothing wrong with the food but nothing special.

THE BEST FRIED RICE IVE HAD IN MY LIFE!!! BTW, how did you make the wasabi butter? It s amazing

Amazing teppanyaki experience at lunch with great prices! I got the ribeye which was very tasty. Our chef was so entertaining and gave us a show

Great food and great variety of options. If youre doing hibachi/teppanyaki, just know fried rice is an extra charge!

This place used to have great quality good but I must say it has gotten down by a lot, smallest sushi portions and they are not even good for the price you pay. Very disappointed.

If youre looking for a delightful dining experience that combines top-notch cuisine with an entertaining atmosphere, Yamato is the Japanese restaurant to visit. From the moment we stepped in until the time we left, we were thoroughly impressed with the overall experience this establishment had to offer. One of the highlights of our visit to Yamato was the incredibly talented and fun-loving chef. From the get-go, he charmed us with his warm smile and witty sense of humor. Throughout the meal, he delighted us with practical jokes, all while showcasing his remarkable culinary skills on the grill right in front of our eyes. Watching him expertly cook our food while engaging us in playful banter added an extra layer of enjoyment to our dining experience. The quality of the food at Yamato surpassed our expectations. Each dish was made with fresh ingredients and presented beautifully. From the sizzling teppanyaki dishes to the mouthwatering sushi rolls, every bite was a burst of flavors that left us craving for more. The chefs mastery in grilling and creating exquisite dishes right in front of us was truly a sight to behold. Apart from the delectable cuisine and the chefs showmanship, we were pleasantly surprised by the attention to detail in the restaurants hygiene and cleanliness. The well-managed bathrooms were a testament to the restaurants commitment to providing a pleasant and hygienic environment for its guests. It was evident that the staff took great care in ensuring that the facilities were promptly cleaned and maintained, creating a comfortable dining atmosphere. The ambiance at Yamato was vibrant and inviting, further enhancing the overall experience. The staff members were courteous, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu, making excellent recommendations based on our preferences. The restaurants cozy and traditional Japanese decor added a touch of authenticity to the dining experience. In conclusion, Yamato is an exceptional Japanese restaurant that leaves a lasting impression on its guests. The combination of delicious, high-quality food, a charismatic and fun-loving chef, and a well-managed dining space makes it a must-visit for any Japanese cuisine enthusiast. Whether youre looking for a fun family dinner or a memorable outing with friends, Yamato will undoubtedly exceed your expectations. We cant wait to return for another unforgettable meal at this fantastic establishment.

Been here before with no issues. Sushi was not up to par so let them know it was not enjoyable. Their response there s nothing wrong with it. It s you! Never heard that from a restaurant before to blame the customer

Probably the second best sushi Ive ever had (after the Tokyo fish district). Service was good but its not the cheapest as you can imagine. This is how nigiri and sushi should like.

Wow this restaurant is nice, we had to wait for the table got full, even though the chef made a very good job, thank you, the only thing I didnt like so much was that even it wasnt too full they ask us to leave inmediately after ate our dinner, I hadnt finished with my beer if this thing wouldnt happen everything good

We eat here regularly and are never disappointed. We try for lunch and in the summer really enjoy eating outdoors. The food is excellent, as is the service.

Food was good. Excellent service. I would go back Food

Had dinner here lastnight. Everything was delicious and perfectly cooked, we ordered the shrimp and lobster. The only downside was the lack of cocktail availability however that didn t take away from the experience. I will return and highly recommend!

This really is an amazing place. Shared the ribeye and the filet mignon teppanyaki and both were fantastic. The fried rice is the best I ve ever had. The show is very entertaining and skillful, and the service is completely on point and attentive. It s pricey, but I think it s excellent value for what you get!

Always a great choice.

Always fantastic, from start to finish, best place to eat in the Yorkville area. Highly highly recommended.

This used to be a great place but I guess like most establishments in the city, it is a trap now . For a yorkvillle establishment, the service and ambiance felt like I was in Vegas. Loud, crass, joggers everywhere with the noise being ridiculous. However decent food portions even though scallops and lobster were overdone. We had a mix of teppanyaki , sushi etc with drinks and starters/ dessert . 2 adults and 2 kids were 300 dollars .

The. Best. Fried. Rice. Ever. Thats it. Thats all you need to know. Most places in Yorkville are trash, but this is a true gem.

Fun place. Went for a birthday and they were very excited about it. Fun night for all. Need to eat at the cooking tables.

I came in around 11:45am and felt like I was the only person in the restaurant! They sat me down in the corner of the regular part of the restaurant and a sea of people started coming in at lunch time and the restaurant was full. I ordered the shrimp teppanyaki lunch and it was delicious! Not too salty and just the right amount of food and very well priced for getting soup rice and veg with the shrimps. The service was really good too! Would love to come back to sit at the tables and try the sushi.

Noticed on my bill that a number of extra changes were made. On the menu the scallop dinner is 41 but they entered 41 and added a dollar. They did this with several dishes by charging the menu price and then adding a dollar on a separate line. Also tip shaming as watched while I entered the tip. Strange.... Food

Came here with some friends and was not disappointed. While I dont typically go for Japanese food and did not eat off the teppanyaki menu, I did enjoy the food and the atmosphere. The donkatsu was up there with. any I had before, and the portion size matched the price quite well for Yorkville. Plus, the soup to start was warming and the flavour was rich. Service was very friendly and the establishment was exceptionally clean. Love that!

Fun atmosphere and great teppanyaki menu.

Friendly service, delicious quality sushi.

I went here for my birthday and the staff were super nice. Food tasted amazing, and was so much for the price. Definitely a 5/5

Way overpriced for the food and amount youre getting. The food is good but not at that price point. This is good for a business lunch or dinner you can expense

Being going to this restaurant for 35 years! Always amazing!

Way over priced. Food is ok but for these prices you should go to a fancy place imo

Impeccable food, atmosphere and service. I highly recommend it

I ve been here twice now. Both times the food was very good, but watching our food cook was like watching paint dry. They hype you up at the beginning with a nice setup and appetizers, the chef comes on and flips his blades in a badass fashion, he throws some eggs, and literally everything else was like going to a regular teriyaki place. No tricks, no entertainment, no talking, and no interaction. I don t know if this is the norm and my expectations are too high, or if I ve just been extremely unlucky with the experiences I ve gotten. But if this is the norm, and you want an entertaining experience, go elsewhere. You will be disappointed.

the food is the worst quality i have ever had in any Japanese restaurant. salty, salty .... The service is good , friendly though. we ordered the best beef called kobe , it is ok. not worth the price at all.

Delicious food, nice atmosphere, good service!!!! Best sushi in town! Believe me

Best sushi I ve eaten. Just go there!

Interactive dining experience with Japanese cuisine. Many different options to choose from while it is made right in front of you. This was a neat experience and the food was delicious. Would definitely go back. Reserve your spot ahead of time.

The food was okay. In terms of cooking, it was shown in front of you so it was absolutely perfect. But the taste was all kinda salty so. But overall it is still a good place to try and have dinner with.

Clean and well organized restaurant. The quality of the sushi were superb. Nice representation and great fresh taste. We enjoyed dining here and would come again! +tried Teppanyaki for a friend s birthday and it was impressive. Great service by all staffs, and the food was good. The cake, Matcha Tiramisu, was also in great quality which was a nice way to end the dinner

Very nice staff and the Teppanyaki chef was a cool guy! Lots of meat served for the price. A bit pricey though.

Great night of food & good energy!! Sushi was delicious and steak

Been going here since I was a kid. A must try

Nice service, good show, a great place to experience something new

Very nice atmosphere, great Japanese food and very friendly servers. Definitely recommend

Very fresh fish. It so fresh that I rarely order anything but sashimi. Highly recommend for anyone looking for quality food. This is also a great date spot or a place to take family. It s a quieter atmosphere sometimes but it s definitely a place that will Impress guests

I wasnt too impressed by the teppenyaki, I thought the lobster was kinda chewy and flavorless. I did enjoy the roll I got separately. Next time I would just go for the sushi

Love this place!! Atmosphere and staff are wonderful and has a nice vibe all around! Food is sooo delicious and fresh!! Highly recommended .thank you Anthony and staff!