BAR SHOZAN
260 Reviews
- Thursday12:30–4 PM, 5–10 PM
- Friday12:30–4 PM, 5 PM–12 AM
- Saturday12:30–4 PM, 5 PM–12 AM
- Sunday12:30–4 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- Wednesday12:30–4 PM, 5–10 PM
About the Business
Bar Shozan - Sake, Japanese Tapas & Craft Cocktails in Toronto | Discover Bar Shozan on Ossington Ave in Toronto – a unique Sake Bar offering Handcrafted Cocktails, Delectable Japanese Tapas by an experienced Japanese-born Chef, and a curated Sake selection from our Tokyo-trained Sake Sommelier.
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+16474786164
164 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Z7
Hours
- Thursday12:30–4 PM, 5–10 PM
- Friday12:30–4 PM, 5 PM–12 AM
- Saturday12:30–4 PM, 5 PM–12 AM
- Sunday12:30–4 PM, 5–9:30 PM
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- Wednesday12:30–4 PM, 5–10 PM
Features
- Delivery
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Washroom
- Casual
- Cozy
- Groups
- Accepts reservations
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Bar on-site
Recommended Reviews
Jan Tiffany Perez
29.09.2023
BAR SHOZAN
One of our favourite places on Ossington! Love the cozy atmosphere. Food and drinks were amazing! Service was great as well.
Alvin Lee
16.09.2023
BAR SHOZAN
Hamachi crudoFlavourful with a light touch of yuzu. Addition of cucumbers and veggies lighten up dish. Chili oil added heat to the dish as well. Great dish.Salmon tatakiOut of all yhe dishes, this was the only damper on the set. Salmon came out cold and dry. Would have liked to see this seared fresh. Tasted like cooked salmon with an uncooked centre. Flavours and textures conflicted a little. The pieces of salmon were a little too big for me to eat.Deep fried squid tempura legs.Served piping hot and fresh. A tad overcooked but a great way to start a meal. A little on the salty side.WingsPerhaps the most interesting In a good way combination of flavours. Sweet salty and spicy teriyaki. Wings still crispy despite the sauce over it. These would be phenomenal with a battered tempura fry to them.Sushi 5The fish is fresh and cut amazingly well. Definitely a highlight. Was a little put off by the rice which was a little overcooked. Took away from the amazing fish.Decor and ambiance. Was a little confusing. Old 60s b&w film mixed with modern fashion decore. Service was slow but once it got going dishes came out at a smooth pace at easy intervals to eat. Table was never overwhelmed with food. Any additions after the initial order you have to wait for...
Vincent Liu
05.09.2023
BAR SHOZAN
Amazing vibe. All the food was wonderful. Incredibly cozy inside and the server was very nice and helpful.
Fei Zhou
14.08.2023
BAR SHOZAN
Good vibe with limited food selection.Portion is also disappointing.Drinks are ok but still cannot make up for the down side.Worst of all, food took forever to be served. Basically the first dish comes 1 hour after we get our drinks. The rest came half an hour later all together.
Anna P.
04.08.2023
BAR SHOZAN
Authentic Japanese food with their own little twist.I came here for my birthday and was surprised that this restaurant was so small and intimate. The restaurant can probably only seat about 25-30 people. The decor is a mixture of Japanese decors and modern furniture, the space is well used as there are high-tops against the walls to make space for a few more tables.My overall experience here was positive. Food was SO delicious and there are some dishes I’ve tried that I’ve never tasted anywhere else. I was slightly disappointed that they do not pass out the samurai hats for people with birthdays anymore (check out their IG). To be honest, I came here just for that but at least they gave me a candle for my tiramisu hahaFood recommendations:-Scallop, shrimp and corn cake (looks like a crab cake but it’s all these ingredients mashed and fried up together!) Never had anything like this before, definitely a unique dish. It a mix of savoury from the seafood and sweetness from the corn-The $45 sashimi plate was fresh, nothing special though, it’s the usual snapper, salmon, tuna selection-Chicken wings were bombtastic-Matcha Tiramisu, the BEST tiramisu I’ve ever hadWhat I do not recommend:-cocktails here did not impress me, not a lot of creativity was placed in their drinks. It seems to be a common thing for them to throw in pieces of fruits with their cocktails. They taste alright but not the best cocktails I’ve ever had.If you want to pay a visit on a Friday or the weekends, I highly recommend you make a reservation in advance. Otherwise, good luck getting a table.
Mark Huang
03.08.2023
BAR SHOZAN
Going out of my way to post this review because Shozan is an absolutely incredible restaurant that deserves much more attention. Food is INCREDIBLE. I can’t emphasize how impressed I am. Having chatted with the owner, I found out that the chef is an experienced veteran with over 35yrs experience. Service is impeccable, very cultured waiters who are all to happy to serve you better. And lastly the vibes are fun enjoyable and sociable. I’m having such a good time I kept ordering more and paid a handsome tip. Strong recommend, spread the word!
Chau Pham
02.08.2023
BAR SHOZAN
There is so much to like about this intimate bar, the ambiance, food, and sake were all top notch. A sake drinker, I won't often order the sweet sake but my guest did and wish I did too as it had bursts of fruits and length. The pork belly was our standout dish, fatty, smokey, crispy, and falling apart goodness. This place is a must. (Side note: We had a birthday next to us and all the staff came out to wish the guest a warm, generous and lighthearted birthday. A very wholesome experience)
Darren Wan
24.07.2023
BAR SHOZAN
A small quiet place for good Japanese tapas food. I would recommend getting a reservation as there aren't too many tables. I would recommend both the beef tataki and the hamachi crudo. They were both really good! The staff are also really friendly
Christine
22.07.2023
BAR SHOZAN
Really cool vibe! Small and intimate space. Service is great and really prompt.I enjoyed all our dishes especially the tofu and crab, the fries, and the salmon (pictured).Would love to come back to try their sushi selection.
Kevin Stambaugh
18.07.2023
BAR SHOZAN
Enjoyed our dinner here. Their kitchen was open later then most of the other places in the area. Closed around 11:30. Ordered two orders of the Karrage. They were out of at least one menu item for food and for Sake. The same selection was far more extensive then most places I’ve been. Does come with a steeper price tag then I’m used to as well, but I don’t have a reference point. The two ladies that served us were very friendly and helpfully in guiding our dining experience.
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164 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Z7
BAR SHOZAN