Aka Teppan - Toronto

I've been dying to come try out their sizzling plate because it reminded me SO MUCH of the Pepper Lunch in Hong Kong. read more I've been dying to come try out their sizzling plate because it reminded me SO MUCH of the Pepper Lunch in Hong Kong.

When we were heading to Sonoya next door for Ramen, we saw this joint and wondered if they served Ramen as well, but because the storefront didn't seem all read more When we were heading to Sonoya next door for Ramen, we saw this joint and wondered if they served Ramen as well, but because the storefront didn't seem all

I've always been a frequent customer at this location. read more I've always been a frequent customer at this location.

I loved the variety of noodle and rice dishes served on sizzling platters that arrive at your table piping hot. Watching the meat and carbs sizzle creates antic... read more I loved the variety of noodle and rice dishes served on sizzling platters that arrive at your table piping hot. Watching the meat and carbs sizzle creates anticipation and makes your mouth water. During my visit, we tried the lunch specials which included a starter, a main, and a choice of soup or drink. We chose the clam soup and the beef udon with curry, as well as the Tom yum chicken over rice. Both dishes were excellent, with the udon surprisingly 'al dente' despite being cooked on the sizzling plate. The rice was warm and satisfying, and both sauces were unique and delicious. The meats were tender and juicy from cooking on the sizzling plate. I will definitely return to Aka Teppan without hesitation. The food was fantastic, and the overall dining experience was refreshing.

The modern decor and attractive servers definitely made a good impression here. The presentation of all the dishes was great, but some were a bit lacking in fla... read more The modern decor and attractive servers definitely made a good impression here. The presentation of all the dishes was great, but some were a bit lacking in flavor. My favorite dish was the teppan beef udon, with an extra raw egg and truffle oil.