Mhel
★ 4.5 (298) · 
276 Havelock St, Toronto, ON M6H 3B9, Canada
Phone: (647) 567-4017
Website: http://linktr.ee/mhelisanchovy
Mhel in Toronto is a 4.5-star Japanese restaurant with 298 Google reviews, known for Grilled Kanpachi and Maguro (Tuna).
Why we love it
- Japanese with Korean influence
- Creative menu, fresh ingredients, intimate atmosphere
- Table service with attentive staff
- Japanese with Korean influence
- Located nearby
- Creative menu, fresh ingredients, intimate atmosphere
- Table service with attentive staff
What to Order
Grilled Kanpachi
This grilled amberjack is a standout, praised for its sweet flesh and perfect preparation, though some caution it can be overcooked.
"The grilled kanpachj was our absolute favourite. Definitely would love to come back and try another day's menu!"
Annie N
Maguro (Tuna)
A consistently praised sashimi dish, noted for its beautiful presentation and tender, fresh quality.
"The maguro was great, the banchan they were serving as dishes were pretty good, the kanpachi was overcooked."
Dennis Paik
Caramel Pudding (Purin)
The sole dessert option, this caramel pudding is a crowd-pleaser, often ordered in multiples for its delicious, slightly bitter caramel sauce.
"The caramel dessert was also fantastic—the slightly bitter caramel sauce made it unforgettable. We ordered two more servings!"
Oanh Nguyen
Banchan (Pickled Cucumbers)
These pickled cucumbers are a hidden gem, offering an authentic Korean flavor that many find incredibly satisfying.
"Had to get the banchan - the pickled cucumbers were sooooo good. Authentic Korean - found out after the chef’s mom made these and you could really taste the “mom’s hand touch” (손맛 - Korean saying when mothers cook with care)."
H Chungy
Vegetable Dishes
Mhel excels with its vegetable offerings, which are consistently fresh, creative, and burst with unexpected flavors.
"Stand out dishes for me were all the veggies, kanpachi, and caramel pudding. If you can sit at the bar, definitely do so you can see the food prep."
Ainishah Hemraj
Inside Scoop
- The menu changes daily based on fresh ingredients, so be prepared for new discoveries.
- Portion sizes are generally small, reflecting a fine dining approach, so order several dishes to share.
- Sitting at the bar offers a great view of the food preparation and an enhanced experience.
- Reservations are highly recommended due to the small number of tables.
- While the food is generally praised, some dishes can be on the saltier side.