Minato Sushi Japanese Restaurant
This was hands-down the best sushi experience I’ve ever had. I’ve been to basically all the local sushi restaurants (save a few) and although most were great, none compared to Minato.
My favorite before Minato was of course Hamachi House on Morris St. But my opinion was quickly swayed.
To comment on some of the things mentioned below. My boy and I have gone a few times, and it was during slow hours, so we did not sit upstairs, so I have no experience with the cold there haha. We also only ordered Japanese dishes (Miso soup, tempura and mostly sashimi or nigiri instead of maki rolls)
Each time we went I was thoroughly impressed with the freshness and quality of the fish, it was fantastic.
The most amazing thing about this place is the service. Now this may only be because we got the same lovely waitress each time we were there, but she was beyond words. She was just the sweetest thing I’ve never met, she lit the room with her smile and was the perfect server overall. I wish I had gotten her name so I could give her the mention she deserves.
I would definitely recommend this place to all sushi lovers in the halifax area. Just make sure you go during the slower hours and you should be good as gold. I also hope for your sake that you get the same marvelous lady that we did.
Side note:
I hear this a lot from people complaining here and there. The water is supposed to be served warm as cold water hinders digestion, so if you want iced water, ask for it.
Traditionally, meals are served with either hot tea or a fermented beverage which aid digestion. So try for a pot of tea or a beer (can’t really complain about that right?)
Source: Bungie01
Google Reviews
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Food was yummy and the owner/worker seems to be a authentic Japanese chef. Price was pretty decent and the shop have a cute little look to it. - Underrated Sushi restaurant in Halifax. The owners are very nice and friendly and the food was delicious and nicely presented. This is one of my favourite sushi places in the town.
- Some of the best shuhi I have had in some time. Well prepared and wonderfully tasty fish delight.
- Super delish! Vegan friendly dishes and really great tasting rice and fresh veg! Would love some atmospheric music but good either way!!
- Minato sushi is a hidden gem. Truly amazing sushi. Great katsu, donburi etc. Pleasant service. Amazing prices.
- Quiet and traditional Asian cuisine establishment. Have visited twice (2/2020 and 8/2021). Staff is polite and respectful. Service is reasonable, as are prices. Quality and presentation appear to be very good although I'm not an aficionado of any type of cuisine. Place is a little rustic but generally seems clean.
- I absolutely adore this place. It has amazing food, amazing tea, super relaxing and there's so much art. Heres our rolls with unagi, surf clam, octopus, and genmai tea (brown rice green tea)
- Cozy and quiet spot for some excellent sushi! All of the maki and sashimi we tried was fresh and delicious. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Would definitely recommend to real sushi lovers.
- Love this gem of a place! They give such big portions of fish for their nigiri and their rice is always fresh. They also don't skimp out on their ginger, they must make their pickled ginger themselves because the pieces are huge! I also find that the soy sauce they give is tastier, some sushi restaurants water down their soy sauce. Little details like that make all the difference! Plus the owner is super kind :-)
- Delicious food in a cozy setting. Will definitely be back
