When it comes to authentic tempura in Toronto, Tokyo Asakusa Shitamachi Tendon Akimitsu Canada shines brightly. Tucked away at 41 Elm St, this restaurant brings a slice of Tokyo’s culinary mastery to the streets of Canada. Patrons rave about the crispy, light tempura that perfectly complements the rich tendon sauce. Josh Daniel, a satisfied diner, attests to its authenticity, while Kristin highlights the filling nature of their dishes, often leading to delightful leftovers.
Customers recommend the dual donburi, a flavorful combination of gyudon and tempura, praised for its outstanding value. Despite occasional waits, especially during peak hours, the freshness and quality of the food make it worthwhile. The deep-fried mushroom appetizer, though unexpectedly thin, became an addictive snack, captivating diners like Kristin with its crunch. Visitors have also described the udon and unagi don as full of flavor, elevating their experience.
With excellent service and a lively atmosphere, Tokyo Asakusa Shitamachi Tendon Akimitsu Canada promises both a culinary journey and a comfortable dining experience, making it a must-visit for tempura enthusiasts in Toronto.
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Reviews For Tokyo Asakusa Shitamachi Tendon Akimitsu Canada
Josh Daniel
Jul 2,2025
The most authentic tempura restaurant in Toronto. They sometimes have slow service on busy days but their tempura is always high quality and taste most similar to what I can find in Tokyo.
Kristin
May 22,2025
I love tempura and udon so this is one of my fave places. You know it's fresh because we had to wait an hour for our tempura to arrive (we were notified right when we were about to order, so we weren't gonna get up and leave, but fyi you will have to wait quite a while for your food if you get tempura items, especially on a busy night). I think the dual donburi has the best value because you get both gyudon and tempura for under 20. However I wish they gave you tempura dipping sauce with it, bc it was a bit dry. I ended up just dipping the tempura in my miso soup lol. The food is also pretty filling since it's all fried/rice/noodles, and I didn't even finish my donburi, so I think this place is really worth it. Also I highly recommend the deep fried mushroom appetizer. It didn't come out as we expected (they were like razor thin chips) and maybe we were just starving but it was so good. It's one of those things where you start eating it and keep eating it and don't realize you've finished it until your chopsticks hit the empty plate lol
Aspect
May 3,2025
Tempura was amazing. Def the best I've had. Light and crunchy and paired really well with the tendon sauce. Really like this place. Will be back when I'm back in town. Miso soup was pretty good too.
N Phaodit
Mar 31,2025
First time here after heard about this place for several times from our friends. The service was great! We ordered udon set with ebi tempura, it was amazing but the udon soup was not hot as we requested. However, the taste is flavorful. Also the unagi don and ramen were so good and beyond our expectation! Will come back again!
Waldo Lin
Mar 12,2025
This whole neighborhood feels like it’s more for young people coming in for a late dinner after work but I liked it. I got the gyuniku tendon (beef tempura bowl) with the egg upgrade and it was SUPER GOOD and affordable even when I came in 45m to close and was probably the last dine in guest.
Michael W
Mar 12,2025
Another year gone by, December 2023. Foods quality stays consistent. This time, I am here with my dining companion. Your table is way too small to accommodate 2 big trays. Something was going to fall off the table. Very uncomfortable. Follow up review October’22, I tasted the 5 shrimps tempura udon set today. The broth with the Udon was blend. I would not know if this is recipe correct, but I put dipping sauce to compensate. The shrimps are huge as usual, the side salad is a bit westernized for my taste. The salad dressing would have been ginger based ponzu. Nevertheless, I am a fan of your foods. Thank you to staff and chefs, you made me feel welcome. Revised review. I am a fan of your tempura. The attention and the services that I received today was proactive and caring. Special mentioned Jadda, and thank you for the kitchen staff for creating such a delicious platter of seafood tempura. You have won me back, I shall visit more frequently once the weather is getting warmer. 5 Stars again! Impressive authentic Japanese tempura specialty restaurant. That is how Japanese operates, best or nothing. Torontonians are so lucky to have this experience. The vegetables are unique. A must try, nevertheless the tempura shrimps are the signature dish. Do not forget to order the soft boiled egg to mix with the Japanese rice.
Samuel S
Mar 10,2025
I was looking for an authentic tendon (tempura rice bowl) and this place is definitely it! Surprised there are not more restaurants that offer this. Tendons feel and taste complete different & better than a regular tempura meal set you would find at other Japanese restaurants. The tempura was fantasic. Juicy pieces of shrimp, unagi (eel), salmon, roe, and a variety of vegetables to make me feel someone healthy. The sauce was really delicious. Even the sauced up tempura kept the amazing crunch. Tempura onsen egg is a must add. It is pricey for a deep fried egg but it elevates the when experience to a new level! If you like tempura, I would highly recommend this restaurant.
tania martina
Mar 8,2025
This rice bowl too sweet for me, too much sweet soysauce. Probably I was coming during christmas that original chef wasnt actually work. Will try again next time on regular day.
Reviews For Tokyo Asakusa Shitamachi Tendon Akimitsu Canada