Yokai Izakaya

4.6

557 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Japanese

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

10:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Good for special occasions
Lively
Great for creative cocktails

Toronto Life’s Best New Restaurants 2023
OpenTable’s Diners Choice Award 2022

Yōkai (strange apparition) are a class of supernatural Japanese creatures that bridge the divide between our world and the spirit realm. Like us, often misunderstood, but always in for a good time ;)

Welcome to a world of carefully curated chaos. Meet a menu that brings to life our experiences across Japan–the past, the present, and the future.

Grab a drink.

Share a bite.

Experience the most electrifying restaurant north of Toronto.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Asian
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(647) 930-2623
Website
https://www.yokaiizakaya.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
3175 Rutherford Rd, Unit 28, Vaughan, ON L4K 5Y6
Neighborhood
Vaughan
Cross street
Highway 400 & Rutherford Rd.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Popular dishes

Eggplant AgedashiCA$7.00
Japanese eggplant, jalapeño spiked mentsuyu
Sweet Corn Croquette (3pc)
Sweet corn bechamel, mozzarella, aonori, Japanese potato salad sauce
Crispy Ume Brussel SproutsCA$12.00
Brussel sprouts, umeboshi gastrique, chili, togarashi
Yokai Wings (5pc)
Grilled chicken wings, brown butter teriyaki
Chicken KaraageCA$13.00
Boneless chicken thigh, yuzu aioli, lemon

Skewers

Scallops on Half Shell (2pc)CA$18.00
Seared scallops, leek and ginger oil, ponzu butter, sansho pepper
Yuzu Kosho Chicken (3pc)CA$15.00
Chicken thigh, yuzu kosho glaze
AAA Tenderloin Skewers (3pc) CA$16.00
Red miso, karashi mustard glaze
King Oyster Mushrooms (3pc) CA$12.00
Truffle tare glaze

Signatures

Wagyu Steak Bavette CA$38.00
Charred rapini, Japanese chimichurri, red miso bordelaise
Saikyo Miso Black CodCA$29.00
Drunken cod, blistered snowpea leaves, saikyo miso sauce
Ginger Scallion Pork Belly CA$18.00
Charred ginger-scallion, soy-braised pork belly, pickled ginger, marinated egg
Ebi Nori RisottoCA$22.00
Seafood dashi, white miso nori butter, mascarpone, jumbo black tiger shrimp
Wagyu Slider (3pc)CA$20.00
Wagyu beef slider, truffle aioli, bonito spiked onion jam, crispy onions
Godzilla TailsCA$18.00
Jumbo black tiger shrimp tempura, spicy black tobiko mayo

Raw Bar

Oysters | East or West Coast
Chef's selection of East or West coast oysters paired with nashi mignonette, horseradish, Yokai Inferno hot sauce, lemon
- 6pc forCA$18.00
- 12pc forCA$32.00
Salmon TartareCA$17.00
Avocado, scallions, red onion, spicy soy vinaigrette, crispy shallots, shrimp chips
Wagyu Tartare CA$20.00
Karashi vinaigrette, fukujinzuke, lumpfish caviar, chives, salted egg yolk, toasted shokupan
Hamachi CevicheCA$18.00
Grapefruit, daikon, serrano chili, citrus ponzu
Beef TatakiCA$16.00
Thinly sliced AAA beef tenderloin, black peppercorn, daikon, red onion, green onion, ponzu
Yokai Signature MakiCA$22.00
Torched Norwegian salmon, crispy salmon skin, avocado, shiitake, serrano, ikura, spicy mayo, yuzu unagi sauce, 24K gold flakes
Lobster Tacos (3pc)CA$22.00
Canadian lobster, sesame, mentaiko aioli, lumpfish caviar, coriander, lettuce, wonton shell

Noodles & Rice

Spicy Crab Fried RiceCA$24.00
Snow crab leg, chili spiked crab, double-smoked bacon
Yaki UdonCA$17.00
Yokai butter, pork, Japanese leek, king oyster mushroom, pickled ginger, kizami nori
Stone Bowl GyudonCA$23.00
AAA Ribeye, caramelized onion, black garlic, onsen tamago, pickled daikon, pickled ginger

Sides

Japanese Pickle SaladCA$8.00
Spicy miso sauce, pickled cucumber, daikon, carrots
Umami Fries No.2CA$9.00
Furikake, okonomiyaki sauce, bonito flakes, kewpie mayo
Shiro GohanCA$4.00
Steamed white rice

To Finish

Calpico Panna CottaCA$10.00
Calpico yogurt panna cotta, seasonal compote, shortbread crumble
Ice CreamCA$7.00
Daily selection topped with kinako soy powder
Yuzu CheesecakeCA$10.00
Seasonal berries, yuzu curd, rice pearls

What 557 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

York
Innovative
York
Great for creative cocktails
York
Hot spot
York
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Yokai Izakaya is a vibrant culinary gem in Vaughan, praised for its "amazing food" and "fantastic service." The fusion menu offers unique dishes like the famous lobster tacos, making it a must-visit spot. With a lively atmosphere, attentive staff, and "incredible cocktails," it's perfect for both casual and special occasions.

558 Reviews

T
Tj
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great time and place. Enjoy it every time I visit!
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swetha
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service was incredible! Highly recommended.
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j
jennifer
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved Yokai Izakaya! The Lobster tacos, Wagyu sliders and salmon maki were all so delicious! Definitely will be back
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Guillermo
Mexico City
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic service and wonderful food, quality ingredients and an overall great experience.
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C
Caroline
Toronto
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time visiting the restaurant. Really beautiful decor inside Food was fantastic, lots of shareable options that don’t break the bank. The brussel sprouts and duck tataki were phenomenal!
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Tyler
Toronto
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was delicious but they were very pushy on the table time limit, not the most enjoyable feeling. The bar seating is much better than the small stools used for standard seating. Overall it was a nice dinner.
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Ally121
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love taking new friends there always a hit It is a pleasure to eat together and share food and when the food is excellent it makes for a great experience!
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Elzar
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Noted bday, but no candle on the cheesecake that was ordered (another table had a bday candle)
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Kasra
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Some of the best food I’ve ever eaten, staff is super cool and nice as well!
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Samantha
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food and atmosphere are great! Service is good. Our waitress was fun!
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FAQs

Yokai Izakaya does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Yokai Izakaya also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (647) 930-2623.

Yokai Izakaya is rated 4.6 stars by 557 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

10:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3175 Rutherford Rd, Unit 28, Vaughan, ON L4K 5Y6

Additional information

Cross street
Highway 400 & Rutherford Rd.
Neighborhood
Vaughan
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Asian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Website
https://www.yokaiizakaya.com/
Phone number
(647) 930-2623

Yokai Izakaya

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

LOBSTER TACOS 3PC

MATCHA CEREAL MILK FRENCH TOAST

Ebi Nori Risotto

To Start

Eggplant AgedashiCA$7.00

Sweet Corn Croquette (3pc)

Crispy Ume Brussel SproutsCA$12.00

Yokai Wings (5pc)

Chicken KaraageCA$13.00

Skewers

Scallops on Half Shell (2pc)CA$18.00

Yuzu Kosho Chicken (3pc)CA$15.00

AAA Tenderloin Skewers (3pc) CA$16.00

King Oyster Mushrooms (3pc) CA$12.00

Signatures

Wagyu Steak Bavette CA$38.00

Saikyo Miso Black CodCA$29.00

Ginger Scallion Pork Belly CA$18.00

Ebi Nori RisottoCA$22.00

Wagyu Slider (3pc)CA$20.00

Godzilla TailsCA$18.00

Raw Bar

Oysters | East or West Coast

Salmon TartareCA$17.00

Wagyu Tartare CA$20.00

Hamachi CevicheCA$18.00

Beef TatakiCA$16.00

Yokai Signature MakiCA$22.00

Lobster Tacos (3pc)CA$22.00

Noodles & Rice

Spicy Crab Fried RiceCA$24.00

Yaki UdonCA$17.00

Stone Bowl GyudonCA$23.00

Sides

Japanese Pickle SaladCA$8.00

Umami Fries No.2CA$9.00

Shiro GohanCA$4.00

To Finish

Calpico Panna CottaCA$10.00

Ice CreamCA$7.00

Yuzu CheesecakeCA$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Yokai Izakaya offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Yokai Izakaya restaurant rated?

Is Yokai Izakaya currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information