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Nobu Toronto

Modern Japanese-Peruvian fusionBlack cod misoaburi sushicelebrity diningEntertainment Districtglobal Japanese brandfirst Canadian Nobu

Nobu Toronto is Canada's first Nobu restaurant, opened in August 2024 by Japanese-born chef and founder Nobu Matsuhisa whose global empire pioneered Japanese-Peruvian fusion cuisine. Set over 10,000 sq ft in the Entertainment District, it delivers the signature black cod miso, crispy rice with tuna, and refined sushi in a dramatic setting.

Price
¥¥¥¥
Area
Entertainment District
Since
2024
Chef
Nobu Matsuhisa
Nobu Toronto — authentic modern japanese-peruvian fusion restaurant in Toronto, Entertainment District
Plate № 37
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About
Chef Nobu Matsuhisa was born in Saitama, Japan in 1949 and trained across Japan before developing his iconic Japanese-Peruvian fusion style in Peru and Los Angeles, ultimately building a global restaurant empire. The Toronto outpost, which opened in August 2024 ahead of TIFF at 25 Mercer Street, spans 10,000 square feet and is the chef's first Canadian restaurant. The menu is anchored by Matsuhisa's legendary black cod with miso — arguably the dish that changed fine Japanese dining in North America — alongside signature crispy rice with spicy tuna, sashimi, omakase-style tasting menus, and Tokyo-exclusive cocktails. A Sunday brunch buffet at $110 per person and a street-level Nobu Bar & Lounge open from 5pm daily complete the offering.
Neighborhood & visiting

Nobu Toronto sits in Entertainment District, 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
  • Canada's first Nobu — opened August 2024 by Japanese-born chef Nobu Matsuhisa, a pioneer of global Japanese cuisine
  • Iconic black cod miso and crispy rice with tuna are benchmark dishes of the Japanese-Peruvian fusion genre
  • 10,000 sq ft of dramatic Entertainment District dining with a dedicated Nobu Bar & Lounge
  • Sunday brunch buffet featuring unlimited Nobu signatures including sushi and carving stations

Nobu is a global chain with Korean-Canadian and other non-Japanese management at the Toronto level. Japanese authenticity is based on founder Nobu Matsuhisa's Japanese origin and the global brand's Japanese culinary philosophy.

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Frequently asked

About Nobu Toronto

Is Nobu Toronto an authentic modern japanese-peruvian fusion restaurant in Toronto?
Yes — Nobu Toronto is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for modern japanese-peruvian fusion in Toronto: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
Where is Nobu Toronto located?
Nobu Toronto is located at 25 Mercer Street, Toronto, ON M5V 1H2, Toronto, Canada in the Entertainment District neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Nobu Toronto?
Nobu Toronto accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Nobu Toronto?
Nobu Toronto sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for modern japanese-peruvian fusion of this format in Toronto.
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