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Address: 109 Old Kingston Rd #12, Ajax, ON L1T 3A6, Canada
Phone: +1 905-239-1706
Website: http://kooizakaya.com/
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Let’s be real: finding a “regular” spot is hard, but Koo Izakaya is the only place I actually keep coming back to. It’s one of those rare gems where you don’t have to worry about whether the food will be “off” that day—it’s just consistently great every single time.
Why It’s My Only Spot:
The Food: The sushi is legit. You can tell they aren’t cutting corners; the fish is fresh, the portions are fair, and everything actually tastes like it was made with care. It’s high-quality without being pretentious or overpriced.
The People: The staff here are the best. They’re genuinely nice people who make you feel welcome the second you walk through the door. It’s the kind of service that makes you feel like a local, even if it’s only your second time visiting.
The Atmosphere: The vibe is just right. It’s comfortable enough to grab a casual dinner in a hoodie, but nice enough to bring a date. It’s got that warm, lived-in feel that makes you want to hang out for a while.
The Bottom Line:
If you’re looking for a spot that gets it right every time—good food, good people, and a good environment—this is it. Koo Izakaya is a staple in my life for a reason, and I can’t recommend it enough.
The restaurant’s decor is decent but leans on the darker side, which may not be to everyone’s taste. Service was efficient, and the pricing felt reasonable for the quality provided. If you’re looking for a reliable sushi spot that won’t break the bank, Koo Izakaya is worth considering.
The restaurant is a little hard to find as it’s tucked inside the square.
I attended around 630pm midweek and was the only customer. The atmosphere is a little dated as the building and surrounding buildings are quite old. The service was great, since we were the only customers inside.
The food menu isn’t what typically I see in other restaurants. With sushi boats or handrolls. It does appear more whitewashed and catered to locals (Pickering/Ajax rolls).
That aside the quality of fish received was fresh, rice was nice and not overly used. The squid was nicely cooked. Only the shrimp in one of the rolls I found overcooked, but didn’t bother me. All the portions were fair, and nothing was skimped on.
Overall the visit was pleasurable, and the price at the end of the meal was also fair. A bottle of hot sake was also a nice touch to everything.