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Yokai Izakaya, Vaughan, ON

Yokai Izakaya

4.8 (647)
CAN$30 and under
Japanese
3175 Rutherford Rd, Unit 28, Vaughan, ON L4K 5Y6

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • 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

What 647 people are saying

Yokai Izakaya reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • York

    Best Overall

  • York

    Innovative

  • York

    Great for creative cocktails

  • York

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Yokai Izakaya offers a "fantastic" dining experience with "amazing food" and "excellent service." Guests praise the "unique and very tasteful" appetizers and a lively atmosphere. Signature dishes like wagyu sliders and yuzu cheesecake are highly recommended. Despite occasional hiccups, the staff's attention to customer satisfaction shines, making it a "go-to spot" for many.
647 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic drinks and service! Staff were all so friendly! Our server Jazz was kind and helpful. The patio is a great spot to bring friends and grab drinks in the summer. Definitely going back!

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  2. SYLVIA

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic! It was my second time there and I felt like I was in Japan! The service is amazing and the drink selection is fantastic! The food is impeccable and so fresh!!! This is a go to spot on a monthly basis that’s for sure!

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  3. Giovanna

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and amazing staff! Will definitely go back again ;)

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  4. Rob

    Toronto / Ontario6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time there. Amazing food and drinks and great service. Will definitely come back.
    Yokai IzakayaResponded 5 days ago
    Hello Rob, Thank you for coming and leave us a great review. We also open for brunch on Saturdays and Sundays with our unique brunch menu, please stop by if you are in a neighbourhood again :) Team Yokai

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  5. Emily

    Toronto / Ontario4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Rob and his crew kill it every time! Our favourite spot for the drinks, food and atmosphere!
    Yokai IzakayaResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you Emily! I'm gonna let Chef and all his staff know! Looking forward your next visit! Team Yokai

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  6. Liane

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Service was excellent. Friendly staff and nice greeting when we arrived. Nice downtown feel in an uptown restaurant. Would highly recommend.
    Yokai IzakayaResponded on June 18, 2025
    Hi Liane, Thank you for coming and happy to hear that you had a good time with us! We open for brunch on Saturdays and Sundays with our unique brunch menu, please stop by if you have time! Looking forward to seeing you again soon! Team Yokai

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  7. Carrie

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food experience and excellent service, definitely will return!
    Yokai IzakayaResponded on June 18, 2025
    Hi Carrie, Thank you for the review! Looking forward to seeing you again soon :) Team Yokai

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  8. Kajari

    Toronto / Ontario10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’d first like to preface, that I’ve been to this restaurant several times. A friend and I found it and we kept bringing our friends and our groups would get larger with visits. The food is so good- if I don’t bring a to go bag (or anyone in my group) for our loved ones at home- we won’t hear the end of it. There was a really serious issue that could have ended VERY badly. Luckily my husband caught it before it could have gone down that way. To be honest, I was really REALLY upset. It was a very serious matter. My husband was just happy that he caught it. We told our waitress and she told the manager. The manager was extremely apologetic and we decided to stay as THE FOOD IS SO GOOD! He told us that he would send a comped cheesecake if we wanted to say sorry. We said ok, however I was thinking that a cheesecake could not make up for what could have happened, but we continued to dine. We did not take the cheesecake as we aren’t into sweets. When the bill came- I wanted to look at it and saw the item which should have been comped on our bill. I called the sever and told her. She seemed like she didn’t know that the item would be comped, and wanted to double check with her manager. At this point I was getting a little annoyed but we maintained a calm composure, and understand that sometimes, people forget. When she came back, the manager comped the item that we had a complaint about but also comped my mocktail, and a few dishes. To me, this shows me that this restaurant values their customers, and will be open to accepting their mistakes, and make up for it. I will continue to come to this restaurant, and recommend this restaurant. Mistakes happen, if you stay calm, and maintain composure and be kind, everything can be fixed and forgiven. I’m just greatful my husband noticed. Thank you to the manager for comping some dishes, and we can’t wait to come back for more!
    Yokai IzakayaResponded on June 21, 2025
    Hello Kajari, Thank you for the review and I am truly sorry for you and your husband had this awful experience and we are grateful that your patient with us. We have absolutely no excuse with the incident you had and should not happening again. We will continue training our staff to be better and more focus on every details and all the customers will have a better experiences. If you have any concerns or if there anything you need, please don't hesitate to contact us. Thank you for your understanding and patience. Yuki

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  9. Diana

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been out for dinner at this place many times and never disappointed. Their appetizers are unique and very tasteful, great service each and every time and great vibe . Will be back soon for sure !
    Yokai IzakayaResponded on June 15, 2025
    Hi Diana, Thank you for coming and write us such a great review! We are very happy that you had a good time with us ;) Looking forward to your next visit! Team Yokai

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  10. ashley

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    amazing food amazing service 10/10, always an amazing experience here
    Yokai IzakayaResponded on June 15, 2025
    Hi Ashley, Thank you for the review and happy to hear that you had a good time with us! Looking forward to seeing you again soon :) Team Yokai

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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 4.8 stars by 647 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Google Map for Yokai Izakaya

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

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Highway 400 & Rutherford Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    Vaughan
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 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
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