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Sushi Masaki Saito
SushiOmakaseEdomaeFine DiningMichelin
Toronto's first Michelin-starred sushi counter — a strict edomae omakase from a chef trained at Tokyo's Sushi Kanesaka.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Yorkville
- Since
- 2019
- Chef
- Masaki Saito
Plate № 18
About
Sushi Masaki Saito opened on Avenue Road in 2019 after chef Masaki Saito earned two Michelin stars at Sushi Ginza Onodera New York. Trained at Sushi Kanesaka in Tokyo, Saito runs a strict Edomae counter: house-aged fish, red-vinegar shari, and a long, precise omakase for fourteen seats. The restaurant has held a Michelin star every year since the Toronto guide launched.
Neighborhood & visiting
Sushi Masaki Saito sits in Yorkville, one of Toronto's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused sushi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Chef Masaki Saito trained at Sushi Kanesaka, Tokyo
- Michelin One Star every year since Toronto guide launch
- Strict Edomae technique with house-aged neta
- Counter-only omakase, 14 seats
Among Canada's most celebrated sushi counters; bookings open monthly on Tock.
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Frequently asked
About Sushi Masaki Saito
- Is Sushi Masaki Saito an authentic sushi restaurant in Toronto?
- Yes — Sushi Masaki Saito is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for sushi in Toronto: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Sushi Masaki Saito located?
- Sushi Masaki Saito is located at 88 Avenue Road, Toronto, ON M5R 2H2, Toronto, Canada in the Yorkville neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Sushi Masaki Saito?
- Sushi Masaki Saito accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Sushi Masaki Saito?
- Sushi Masaki Saito sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in Toronto.
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