Toshi

Ever since 2 years ago, I've been meaning to visit this tiny little sushi restaurant on 16th and Main. I used to pass by there at 5ish on Monday nights on my way to my aerobics class when I see this long line up in front of a tiny corner unit. It really caught my eye since I was thinking it must be some good food if people are lining up for it on a cold Monday during the winter.

However, a few months ago, I read a food blog written by my friend about this same restaurant and he had specifically said that though the food was good, it was not worth the hype and long line up. As a result, I didn't push P to go try this place with me.

Yesterday, we finally had the chance to go try Toshi since we were nearby around 4:30. Yes, the line up already started at this time on a Tuesday evening. Yet, P and I thought that since there were only 4 people in line and we didn't want to eat the cold for 30 minutes...we took a walk around the block then came back...wow...what a difference. By 4:45pm, there were already 32 people in the line. Trust me, I know the exact number because the restaurant can only hold 30 seats and 2 people were ahead of us plus many after us that had to wait an extra 35 minutes or so for the 2nd seating.

Though I've read both good and bad reviews about this place, I have to say that this was one of my best Japanese food experience in Vancouver for the price. Perhaps those who didn't enjoy it as much didn't order the right food? maybe service is inconsistent at times? I'm not sure but I would definitely go back to this place. Some great eats we tried last night plus ones we heard were good include the black cod, fried? eggplant, chopped scallop cone (never had such fresh scallop), agedashi tofu, uni, bbq eel sushi, etc. These choices may sound ordinary but each of these tasted much better than what I've had at other restaurants.