Kintaro Izakaya
459 Church St, Toronto, ON M4Y 2C5, Canada
Phone: (647) 560-5335
Website: http://kintaroizakaya.com/
Kintaro Izakaya in Toronto is a 4.5-star Bar restaurant with 1,814 Google reviews, known for Beef Tartare and Ika Yaki Spicy.
Why we love it
- Japanese Izakaya with small plates and yakitori
- Located near Near Church St and Alexander St
- Lively atmosphere, fresh food, great for sharing
- Attentive service with a fast pace
- Japanese Izakaya with small plates and yakitori
- Located near Near Church St and Alexander St
- Lively atmosphere, fresh food, great for sharing
- Attentive service with a fast pace
What to Order
Beef Tartare
A popular appetizer featuring finely chopped raw beef, often seasoned and served with accompaniments.
"This restaurant is so good! Good vibes and my favourite is beef tartare and ika yaki spicy! 👍"
Daniel Lim
Ika Yaki Spicy
Grilled squid prepared with a spicy seasoning, offering a flavorful and tender bite.
"This restaurant is so good! Good vibes and my favourite is beef tartare and ika yaki spicy! 👍"
Daniel Lim
Yakitori Skewers
Assorted charcoal-grilled skewers, known for their beautifully cooked meats and vegetables.
"The skewers are grilled beautifully, the karaage is crispy and juicy, and the sashimi tastes fresh."
Jianshu Cui
Chicken Karaage
Crispy and juicy Japanese fried chicken, a classic izakaya staple.
"I followed up with a short beer and the chicken karage, which was delicious, perfectly tender on the inside and nice and crispy on the outside."
Harry Bethke
Tuna Avocado Tartare
A refreshing tartare combining fresh tuna with creamy avocado, often seasoned with Japanese flavors.
"My favorite spot to come every time I go to Toronto. Delicious drinks and the tuna avocado tartare was the best thing I've ever eaten 🥲"
Mariah Mckay
Scallop Tataki Roll
A unique sushi roll featuring seared scallop tataki, praised for its exceptional flavor.
"The scallop tataki roll is perhaps my top 5 best sushi I've ever had"
Murugan Ayyappan
Creamy Seafood Udon
Thick udon noodles served in a rich, creamy broth with various seafood, a comforting and flavorful dish.
"Everything we ordered was great—the yakitori, saba, tuna tataki, and the creamy seafood udon (highly recommend!)."
Louise X
Inside Scoop
- Reservations are highly recommended, especially for dinner.
- The atmosphere is lively and can be loud, making it less ideal for intimate conversations.
- Tables are packed together, so it's not the most spacious dining experience.
- Portion sizes can be on the smaller side, which is typical for izakaya-style sharing plates.
- The omakase tasting menu offers outstanding value for the quantity and quality of food.