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# Izakaya Ju – Authentic Japanese Izakaya in Markham, Ontario
Izakaya Ju, located in Markham, Ontario, is a celebrated izakaya that offers an authentic Japanese dining experience. Known for its delicious yakitori skewers, sashimi, and a variety of cooked dishes, this restaurant has garnered a loyal following among locals and visitors alike. The ambiance is inviting, providing a relaxing atmosphere that complements the quality of the food. Established with a vision to bring traditional Japanese flavors to the community, Izakaya Ju has become a staple for those seeking genuine izakaya cuisine. With numerous positive reviews highlighting its excellent service and cozy environment, it’s a must-visit for anyone in the area.

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A staple izakaya in markham that serves the best skewers uptown, as well as sashimi and cooked dishes. Best items: Skewers: - chicken wing, sea salt - pork belly, sea salt - sashimi for 2 - gindara daikon - bamboo Service is good and ambiance is nice and quiet.

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Wanted to get some authentic yakitori in Markham and found this place. Very simplistic restaurant with lots of seating. It is an izakaya as they serve alcohol, but dosen't open late... Anyhow, service was good and fast. We were the last ones in the restaurant and we weren't rushed out. Tamagoyaki - This is a cold dish. Eggs was cooked well, maybe a tad overcooked. There is a good sweetness to the dish and a bit fluffy. Nice to try. Osaka Chanhan - Like a octopus fried rice. There are tiny octopus bits that add texture to the fried rice. Well seasoned. Fun texture fun flavours would recommend. Would want larger bits of octopus for better texture. Yakitori Combo - Eat this quick as the thin slices get cold quick. I felt that post pieces were very under seasoned. Chicken wings were probably my favourite, but nothing special. Would not get again. Gindara Daikon - A unique way of making black cod so had to try! It felt like the black cod was braised in a sweet oden broth. The fish was super fatty as they used the collar bone of the fish. Very tasty would get again, but beware of bones! Nankotsu Karaage - Fried chicken knuckles! Good texture from the crispy batter, good texture from the crunchy knuckles and well seasoned. Would recommend! Items seems to be a hit or miss. Wouldn't come back again unless friends want to come.

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Cute izakaya that is not loud nor too busy. Relaxing with good service. Nice variety of food items, a bit pricey for the taste. Good quantity.

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Check their "today's special" menu. (not available online. Go there and check). Before coming here, I checked their website menu. I was not impressed as it did not have "chicken liver" and "Hatsu - chicken hearts". These two items were the MUST items in regular Japanese yakitori places. But we were there for their Gyu(beef)-tongue and Tsukune (Japanese chicken meatball skewers) - I have been a big fan of these two! When stepping in the restaurant and the menu was given, I was SOOOOOOO pleased to know that they have these two items (hatsu & liver) as "today's special"! The chicken liver (with shio/salt) was cooked perfectly medium-rare. Melty tender with a hint of charcoal. The hatsu was meaty and tender with juicy, springy texture. I recommend these items be eaten simply with Shio (salt). Squeeze a lemon wedges for refreshing aroma. Another recommendation is Motsu-ni (Innards Stew). It has a deep, savory and well-rounded flavor. Each ingredients had a unique texture and I enjoyed every bite of it. Lamb was a bit disappointing. Overcooked. Our Pitcher of Asahi was drunk up so quickly lol. Ice cold - perfect for Yakitori dinner!

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Izakaya Ju Japanese vibe Authentic quality food Around $36 (with tax) per person This is a great Izakaya, most of the customers here are Japanese, so you will feel a strong Japanese vibe as if you are in Japan. The cheese baked oyster is amazing. I love their yakitori skewers too~ just slightly salty. But overall valuable and yummy.

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We were able to get in with a small wait, but the staff suggested that you make a reservation on the weekends. When we got in, the environment was surprisingly loud, but not distracting. The decor was akin to a sushi restaurant and they did serve sashimi. We ordered the meat and vegetable skewer combos, udon, grilled mackerel and tokyo ramen. I left feeling satisfied, but not wowed. The best bite for me, was the mackerel, but the chicken wings were a bit heavy on salt and most of the meat tasted clean, but pretty basic. The noodles were also solid a clean but flavorful broth. Overall, thought the food was good, but overpriced. A one and done for me, but worth a try.

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Was a little disappointed by some of the value and one or two misses. The veggie combo was like if chef decided he hated me and selected the worst pieces to cook. While the chicken soft bone karage left much to be desired. The other stuff was good as it was tasty and not overly salty. But everything goes down better with a beer. The location is clean and staff is great. All in all I will probably come back again but will have to be more picky with my orders.

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First came here some years ago and tried chicken heart for the first time. I enjoyed it so much! I came back recently but unfortunately they've removed chicken heart from their menu :( My friends and I made a reservation (party of 3) and were seated immediately. This was during COVID times, so only half the restaurant was open and lots of social distancing. We got the yakitori combo, veggie combo, and one of their dons - all of which were delicious! I will say that Izakaya Ju is a little more on the expensive side - the yakitori combo was $20 for 5 skewers, each skewer having roughly 3-5 pieces. Their service is very good, and I look forward to coming back for more yakitori

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Been there many times and they never let you down. Nice service and yummy food. Not the best best but good choice when you want izakaya at uptown.

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Izakaya Ju may be right given that they serve many types of alcohol and different Japanese food items, but the presence of yakitori (skewered grilled items) makes this also a proper yakitoria for me. I had meant to eat here before, but never had the chance owing to their confusing hours. You know, the business hours that are meant to serve the owner and not the customers? Well, that is how it has been here. Open Wednesday, not open Tuesday, closed at 4:00, but open at 3:30 on full moon, etc. Their website says they are open. The restaurant is closed in actuality, however, etc. The cat and mouse game ended when I found them open and popped in for some yakitori and, while the prices are on the higher side, the skewers were tasty, the scallops were large and imported from Japan and I certainly was full $50 later! Strangely, they offer teriyaki sauce on beef and chicken was wrong. Teriyaki is meant for fish only. Perhaps they are trying to cater to Canadian perceptions with inauthenticity. The waitress was well put together, although in slacks and loafers, and her service friendly and prompt. The premises is larger than I thought and has a couple of Japanese touches to give it authenticity. The place was only a quarter full for lunch, which is good and works for me. I would go back. Favourite item: Guytan ox tongue.

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