Kaiseki Yu‑zen Hashimoto

Intimate kaiseki dining in North York

Hidden within the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, Kaiseki Yu‑zen Hashimoto transports guests to Japan through its traditional eight‑course kaiseki menu. Diners walk through labyrinthine passages to reach private tatami‑lined rooms, making this the antithesis of the see‑and‑be‑seen scene. Chef Masaki Hashimoto showcases the seasons with dishes like line‑caught sea‑bream sashimi, grilled cutlass fish, steamed jackfish and Miyazaki wagyu. Each course is balanced and delicate, culminating in perfectly ripe Shizuoka musk melon for dessert. Service is serene and personal, and guests feel as if they have been transported to Kyoto. Reservations are essential and private rooms accommodate small parties, making the restaurant ideal for intimate celebrations or business dinners.