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KINKA Sushi Bar Izakaya Original

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Toronto's first izakaya — the original Guu, now KINKA, on Church Street since 2009.

Price
¥¥
Area
Church-Wellesley
Since
2009
Chef
KINKA group
Owner
KINKA Family (Guu)
KINKA Sushi Bar Izakaya Original — authentic izakaya restaurant in Toronto, Church-Wellesley
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About
KINKA Sushi Bar Izakaya Original opened on Church Street in 2009 as Guu Toronto, the city's first proper izakaya. Rebranded as KINKA, it retains the high-energy open kitchen, shout-when-you-arrive service, and a full izakaya menu of small plates, sashimi, and sushi. Japanese-led kitchen under the KINKA Family group.
Neighborhood & visiting

KINKA Sushi Bar Izakaya Original sits in Church-Wellesley, one of Toronto's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused izakaya counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional izakaya restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Toronto's first izakaya (opened as Guu in 2009)
  • Japanese-led kitchen
  • Full traditional small-plates format
  • Part of the KINKA Family izakaya group

Originally launched as Guu Toronto; rebranded KINKA in 2019.

Links
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Frequently asked

About KINKA Sushi Bar Izakaya Original

Is KINKA Sushi Bar Izakaya Original an authentic izakaya restaurant in Toronto?
Yes — KINKA Sushi Bar Izakaya Original is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for izakaya in Toronto: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
Where is KINKA Sushi Bar Izakaya Original located?
KINKA Sushi Bar Izakaya Original is located at 398 Church Street, Toronto, ON M5B 2A2, Toronto, Canada in the Church-Wellesley neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at KINKA Sushi Bar Izakaya Original?
KINKA Sushi Bar Izakaya Original accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at KINKA Sushi Bar Izakaya Original?
KINKA Sushi Bar Izakaya Original sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in Toronto.
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