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Sushi Sky Japanese Restaurant
Categories: Restaurants Japanese Restaurants Sushi Bars Japanese, Sushi Bars [Edit]
478 Yonge StToronto, ON M4Y 1X5
Neighbourhood: Downtown Core
(416) 969-8988
- Price Range:
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$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Beer & Wine Only
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
30 reviews for Sushi Sky Japanese Restaurant
Review Highlights
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"...6 pcs cali roll, miso soup, green salad (with their special..." In 7 reviews -
"...been eating at Sushi Sky ever since we moved to Toronto..." In 3 reviews -
"Definitely not the best sushi in town, but great lunch spot." In 2 reviews
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30 reviews in English
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Review from Sandra T.
Toronto, ON
Updated - 10/28/2010
Service must be hit or miss. The second time we visited this place, all the servers seemed to have attitude. We visited during lunch hour on a weekend - the restaurant was maybe 10% full and there were servers just walking around trying to look busy. But, when we asked for spoons for the miso soup, the waitress gave us the impression we were bothering her and she said to us "miso is not supposed to be eaten with a spoon" - okay, so maybe she is right, but does she need to give us attitude for asking for a spoon?
Our main waiter was also not very welcoming. I almost felt like he was annoyed with us and never once smiled.
I'm not sure why the wait staff was so cold and maybe even slightly hostile towards me and my family ... the place never seems busy when I walk by - shouldn't they try to attract customers?
Lunch specials are cheaper than dinner specials (I think) but the portions are a lot less too.
Our dinner bento boxes were a much better deal.
Sushi was still fantastic and flavourful but we left the place not feeling very welcomed.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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8/20/2010
Prices are fantastic! You get a lot of bang for your buck at this place. The tempura is nice,… Read more »
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Review from Leslie W.
12/28/2011 2 Check-ins Here
BOTTOM LINE: Budget sushi at its finest. Call ahead, pick it up and save yourself 10%.
You've been to Sushi Sky, even if you haven't. This is but one of Toronto's numerous budget sushi places run by non-Japanese owners, and whilst that may sound like a dig, it's really more the norm than anything else. This is probably one of the better ones out there, but to be honest, at this price range, they're almost all the same to me. What you want is a cheap, fairly fresh sushi and a non-intrusive atmosphere to enjoy your meal with friends. This place has got in in spades. It may not impress your date, but it'll likely get you a second...especially if you take her down the street to Volo afterwards for some delicious beers. -
Review from Kayla B.
North York, ON
4/1/2012
Service at this place is incredibly hit or miss - usually more MISS than hit no doubt. Being ignored is heavily easy to do! Equally easy is receiving the wrong order.
The food itself is pretty decent for a budget shop! No complaints on the food other than it often takes a little bit of time, isn't always right (ie. they don't bring what you ordered they bring something else all together) and they lack a bit of the variety a few other places have.
If you are looking for a fine dinning experience - this is NOT your place. If you are craving sushi, have 10 bucks in your pocket and a little bit of time, stop in! We frequently quite regularly - despite the bad service the quality is consistent.
Last time we dinned in we did NOT leave a tip due to the insanity that was the service (no service, had to walk from back of restaurant to front of restaurant 3 times to fetch a server - didn't bring what we ordered even though we ordered by the item name not menu number, hard to mix that one up, took an exceeding amount of time to make/deliver food, the days wait staff were quite kirt) upon paying the woman taking our money had the audacity to say "oh...mam you didn't include a tip, give me your card back and we'll do it again" A tip is not a legal right, it's an earned reward!
Regardless...we'll be back. -
Review from Billy K.
Markham, ON
3/18/2012
2.5 stars. Someone said it well here - decent budget sushi. No rush to go back though...
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Review from Jon O.
8/14/2011 2 Check-ins Here
I think the default Yelp description of 3 starts is very apt in this case: "A-OK". My girlfriend and I have been eating at Sushi Sky ever since we moved to Toronto over 5 years ago. She's been eating there since she started going to Ryerson 10 years ago.
Sushi Sky delivers consistently solid sushi and a very good price. We usually get 3 or 4 maki rolls along with the expected salad & miso soup. They don't have anything really fancy or different and the quality isn't as good as some of the more expensive Japanese restaurants in the city, but it's a great option of you're looking for a good quality to price ratio.
I also find the staff (who are all exactly the same from at least 5 years ago) very attentive. Usually there's tea waiting for you before your butt hits the chair and they never let it go below half. The food and bill are always brought promptly, but there's no rush to get you to leave if you're not in a hurry.
Some recommended maki rolls:
- spicy salmon (their spicy mayo is excellent)
- black dragon (if you like unagi)
- sushi sky (if you like variety) -
Review from Raymond W.
Toronto, ON
9/2/2011
I cannot figure out how the word 'sky' fits into the theme of this restaurant. Not a clue.
My friend and I were in the mood for wings. We first thought about going to All Stars in 16th Avenue, but by the time we were approaching the on ramp, we found ourselves southbound because I've read an article listing the best chicken wing joints in the city. Yes it was Toronto Life. We exited on the Gardiner onto Yonge, headed Westward on College into hipsterville, and parked our car in Yorkville. Then we walked down on Yonge and ended up in Sushi Sky.
Things are not going well this week for me.
The sign over the door was in-your-face and looked more appropriate for a Greek restaurant rather than a sushi place. The décor was...straight. It appears that this place has been here for awhile. The washroom gave the illusion of being dirty, but upon inspection it was just a bit aged. The cleanliness was above my expectation. But the lighting in the basement where it was located seems to better fit a butcher house where dead hookers are kept. Definitely go to powder up with a friend ladies.
The spicy salmon was not chewy enough, and of course the sushi chefs here were no masters. But the price was befitting to this venue, and the service was civilized. One of the waitresses insisted to her co-worker that she must find a foreigner to date. She spoken in Mandarin, so my friend looked at me awkwardly when I started laughing to myself.
I never had to ask for my water to be topped, and there wasn't too much fault I can find in Sushi Sky.
Throughout the evening I saw faces peeking inside, pounding whether to nourish their hunger here. I nodded at them from my table...none of them came in after seeing me perform this action. -
Review from Julianna N.
Pickering, ON
11/18/2010
I used to come here frequently for a nice cheap dinner, as the rolls are quite tasty and the variety is good. The waiters would always allow me to substitute (as a vegetarian) vegetarian rolls in the bento combos instead of fish ones (and it makes sense... vegetables are cheaper anyway!). While there is a vegetarian bento combo, I love variety and don't want to get the same thing every time!
Anyway, while I have always been pleased with this place, the last time I went the server (who was a young male) refused to allow me to substitute. When I told him that I had always substituted for this combo before, he told me that he could not substitute because "if he did it for me he would have to do it all the time". Ever since this, I have not returned to this place. It seems as if the service is hit-and-miss depending on the waiter (as every other time I've been here I've had absolutely no complaints), however I still refuse to return on principle. -
Review from Dale M.
Toronto, ON
11/21/2009
Lunchtime Crowd Pleaser
I eat at Sushi Sky at least once a month, usually with colleagues, occasionally with friends who work nearby. This particular visit was stop number four in a 72-hour birthday bender, an old Hamilton friend turned fellow Torontonian, P.S., was buying me lunch.
I've always been a fan of Sushi Sky for their speed and value. For $15, I can get absolutely rammed full of Japanese food, usually rolls and sashimi. I usually go for the 8-piece Sashimi Appetizer ($8) and Super Set A ($7), which comprises salad, soup and 12 rolls. The food is always good but never earth-shattering. It's just decent sushi for a decent price. Realistically, you only need the Super Set, and they have $5 sets too.
A lot of sushi servers I encounter have a way of "dumping" food at the table with little to no concern for whose it is or how it's presented. Some places are worse than others, but these days Sushi Sky seems to have deteriorated in this department. It's gotten to the point where I'm starting to feel rushed or that I'm getting in my server's way by enjoying my lunch. They now leave plates hanging half-off the table from time to time or play bumper plates in order to shuffle them around. Maybe it's like this everywhere, but I don't like it one bit.
Notwithstanding my objections, everyone else I dine with seems to like Sushi Sky and doesn't usually worry too much about these things, which is why I'd note that they're OK for groups. The only time I saw anyone else bothered about the service was when a server pointed out that a colleague had dropped her napkin on the floor, and proceeded to stare at her until she picked it up and handed it to him. She actually had to ask for a new one!
Good for groups, good for a fast lunch. If you work nearby, you can probably eat and get back to the office in 45 minutes or less.Listed in: Epic Birthday Bender
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Review from Tony D.
Toronto, ON
11/11/2010
I've been here a few times, but my latest visit for Lunch was pretty lackluster.
The Good
-service was good
-prices are low
The Bad
-their lunch menu combos are far from impressive -- there's no sushi + roll combo that I liked
-miso soup was close to taste-less
-the teriyaki chicken in my bento box consisted of 5 tiny strips of chicken
-the salad was shit -- i got mostly the ends and the dressing tasted like water
-their rolls are too big -- i had trouble fitting one into my mouth
-their maki rolls were largely rice, not enough fish
I probably wouldn't go back here. Compared to some of the places in the Annex (ie. Big Sushi), this place is weak! -
Review from Dave R.
Hamilton, ON
1/7/2010
Sushi Sky used to be our favourite Sushi place for lunch.
Fast service, close to work, cute servers, cheap and tasty.
Then Takumi opened up 2 doors up Yonge and we frequented there for some time. We went back to Sushi Sky yesterday and the quality was lacking in the food to the point of causing myself and my food-partner to get ourselves back to the office ASAFP for a watery treat in the bathroom.
The fish was a touch on the side of no-so-fresh anymore. They only gave me a tiny bit of ginger, and the wasabi was weak. We were asked if we wanted more tea only once, and the servers were grouchy.
Doubt it that we'll go back again. But your mileage may vary! -
Review from Elame G.
Toronto, ON
1/26/2011
i wanted a cheap lunch and they answered :D
if you want a super cheap lunch (from 11:30-4) that includes makis then do come to Sushi Sky. I got the futo maki(4 pieces) + cali rolls(6 pieces) for only $4.99. The cali rolls were not bad but i could have done without the futos.
Service was ok, and to respond to the comment before, yes the servers do converse really loudly in Mandarin. -
Review from Lisa L.
Vancouver, BC
3/24/2011
Came here years ago and it was my favourite sushi place in Toronto! Don't know what it's like nowadays but absolutely loved the sushi boats. Would love to go again!
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Review from Scott G.
North York, ON
11/23/2009
The main reason that this particular sushi restaurant is so good, is the value.
Upon entering this fantastic restaurant you are immediately acknowledged by the staff and promptly seated. The menu has everything you would expect from a typical Sushi restaurant, but its really the food quality, attentive service and reasonable prices that keeps me coming back. I was introduced to Sushi Sky a few years ago and it has been my 1st choice for sushi in Toronto ever since.
Its located right at Yonge and College, so if you are downtown and hungry for some fabulous sushi, you really have no excuse not to check out Sushi Sky. -
Review from Ander R.
Toronto, ON
9/14/2011
I find Sushi sky, reliable, reasonable, and a good place to take people. Its not the best sushi in Toronto, but its the one I go to the most often.
The service has been decent, never had a bad experience. Sometimes its quite difficult to get anyones attention, and the staff will go long periods without ever checking on tables but sometimes the staff are super attentive at refilling water/tea.
Sushi is good, tempura alright. Salads are always the same desultory lettuce with ginger dressing that every japanese restaurant in Toronto seems to offer. I prefer it to the many of the others in the area. -
Review from Alyna H.
West Vancouver, BC
10/27/2009
BEST DAMN SUSHI RESTAURANT IN THE WORLD !!!
This place is like a second home to me, I literally lived here this summer. Its tasty sushi for a damn good price. I get my usual, which is Dinner Special #4 which is only $13!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - You get 6 pcs spicy mayo tuna/salmon - my favorite, i crave it everyday -, 6 pcs cali roll, miso soup, green salad (with their special house made sauce, which is to die for...they sell it for like $5 bucks for a medium size container I think), and a choice between gyoza or spring rolls. I usually get double salad instead of spring rolls and gyoza cause I go there for lunch almost everyday (sometimes even dinner) and I don't want to have an obesity issue.
Don't be alarmed if the servers aren't talkative or "nice", they are honestly sweet people who have no desire to converse with you or look you in the eye for that matter. I love them. All of them!!
10% off take away, and they deliver till 1030pm I believe! The delivery guy is a sweetheart as well.
OO and the green tea and mango ice cream is creamy and very satisfying ! -
Review from Nicholas K.
Toronto, ON
10/3/2009
I can't believe this place has gotten four stars!! ...The other reviewers did get something right. This place is cheap ...too bad EVERYTHING about this place is cheap.
The staff are rude and the food is awful. Not even necessary to endure, considering Kokyo Japanese Cuisine is just across the way.
Kokyo does cost a little bit more, but worth the trip across the street. -
Review from Es P.
Toronto, ON
6/23/2011
This place is my standard sushi place when I don't really know what to have for dinner on a Friday and want to stay in and get my food delivered. I have ordered most of the stuff off their menu but I have stuck with either the Katsu Don, spicy salmon skin roll, uni, dragon maki, and/or grilled squid. Quality is consistent.
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Review from CrapulentMoose ..
10/1/2008
Toronto is a big town and undoubtedly has better sushi places than Sushi Sky, but I like this little sushi restaurant nestled amongst all the shops and hustle on Yonge Street.
I also like them for their cheap and tasty sushi selections. I've filled up here many times with friends, including a large group once, and everything has always been fresh and accompanied by good service. -
Review from Kimberley K.
12/14/2009
My order:
Avocado Salad $3.50
Veggie Tempura $2.99
Salmon Sashimi Roll $6.99
Let's start with the avocado salad: Fresh, crisp greens with enormous chunks of perfectly ripened avocado covered in a tasty ginger dressing. This was definitely a big winner with me and if it came in a larger size, I could probably order this as an entree and be completely satisfied.
The veggie tempura was super cheap and completely over-portioned. Sweet potato and zucchini deliciously deep-friend and ready to take up residence in my belly!
The salmon sashimi roll was very fresh with thick cut salmon wrapped around avocado, cucumber and mayo. If you're not a big fan of rice, you'll be a big fan of this roll!
I ordered take-out so I cannot comment on much other than the food. If I lived in Toronto, this would definitely be my new sushi spot. It's conveniently located on Yonge St. a stones throw from the College subway station. If you're in the area, don't pass it by! -
Review from Lena D.
1/11/2011 2 photos
i came here for a quick lunch before shopping. my friend ate here once before and liked it so i wanted to check it out.
i got the lunch set B which comes with miso soup and salad. i chose the beef teriyaki. it also comes with 3 pcs of cali roll. the beef was really fatty and the sauce had zero flavor. the salad was standard. the cali rolls were good but almost fell apart when i picked them up.
we tried the hakutsuru cold sake. it was easy to drink... but i'm not sure if i would order it again.
service was okay. the staff was talking quite loudly to each other in cantonese and it was kinda annoying. they were so close to each other but were talking as if they were yelling. they just happened to be closest to our table.
the prices are suuuuuper cheap but u get what u pay for. go somewhere else and fork over the extra bucks for better food. -
Review from Jenn G.
Scarborough, ON
9/25/2010
Yes it's cheap but you can tell the quality of food is not all that. I ordered the salmon teriyaki set with the dragon rolls. Salmon was okay, but required a bit more teriyaki sauce and the sushi was below average. The rolls were mostly rice which got us full quickly. Wouldn't recommend this place. Mehh.
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Review from Andrew G.
Toronto, ON
2/26/2011
A hidden gem! A lunch special is amazing! White tuna maki, salmon avocado maki and salmon rose. Only $7!
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Review from Elle B.
Toronto, ON
3/3/2011
I used to love this place until my husband and I decided to order delivery from them one night...
When our food came to the door there was no soy sauce, no wasabi, no napkins, no chopsticks and barely enough ginger. Upon opening our salad containers, we discovered that there wasn't even a drop of dressing in either one of ours! The miso soups were cold (we live two blocks away) and the quality of our sashimi and sushi combos were terrible.
I must say, I have never had this happen when we went to dine in. The food quality is usually okay. Not the best sushi ever, but good. However, what happened next is why I will NEVER give them my business again.
Because of the lack luster delivery, I felt a bit insulted so I called Sushi Sky and asked to speak with the manager or owner. All I wanted was for them to resend the order or give me some sort of discount on our next one. Not only was this man SO RUDE, he wasn't about to correct the problem and acted as if he didn't care about what happened. He raised his voice at me! Unbelievable...
This place has THE WORST customer service ever and apparently they don't know how to package their deliveries properly. -
Review from David B.
Toronto, ON
5/6/2011
Good: Sushi is decent and VERY cheap, especially at lunch. Portions are decent.
Bad: The cooked food is awful.
Ugly: The wait staff need to work on their manners.. -
Review from Jeremy C.
3/29/2011
A generic Japanese restaurant that does little to distinguish itself from the many others in Toronto, let alone on Yonge.
Ordered the dinner bento takeout on a few occasions primarily for the convenient proximity to my apartment. Every component - the teriyaki, tempura, rolls tasted like what they were supposed to taste like and nothing more.
Service was always brisk and unsmiling, but not unfriendly. -
Review from Penni P.
6/27/2009
This is my little go to place whenever I am in Toronto. The sushi and service are good. The beer is always cold. The prices are always decent!
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Review from Linda L.
Toronto, ON
6/15/2010
This is my third sushi review today. Out of all the three I submitted, I ranked Raaw with five stars, Sushi Sky with four, and Sushi Club with three. All reviews are based on not only the quality of the food, but also the service.
My order was the rainbow roll, which came with a miso soup. The portion was pretty generous, even though I was filled by the rice instead of the fish. I hate it when they stuff me with rice just cuz it's a lot cheaper than the fish and avocado. Nonetheless, the rice was sweet and sour, perfect to the taste.
Moreover, the service was really mediocre. When my friend and I asked if we could get the 10% student discount advertised in the UofT Student Saver booklet, she immediately turned tense and asked for our student cards. Even after seeing our student cards, she seemed extremely unhappy about the discount and told us with a frown :"I only give discounts to international students. Just a UofT card does not work for me. Next time, I will not give you discount" She made our dining experience preatty unpleasant. Afterall, a 10% discount wouldn't make her bankrupt. -
Review from Brandon F.
Toronto, ON
9/16/2009
Definitely not the best sushi in town, but great lunch spot. Quick and inexpensive (especially if you order of the lunch menu). It was my 2 nd time there, but will make it a regular occurrence.
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Review from Erin B.
6/17/2010 1 Check-in Here
I love sushi sky because it's cheap, fast, and sushi. The lunch specials are reasonably yummy and definitely filling. I usually eat my miso soup, salad and either the salmon twists or maki and take the other one for later.
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Review from Ian C.
Toronto, ON
6/27/2010
I did a takeout on a Sunday afternoon. I didn't find the fish to be particularly fresh, which is everything really when it comes to sashimi... even the ginger seemed to be dried out. Left me feeling a bit uncomfortable - I wouldn't recommend it.
