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Izakaya specializing in yakitori and sushi - Gonzo Izakaya, Toronto, ON

Gonzo Izakaya

4.7
4.7
83 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Japanese
Top tags:
Japanese-style izakaya specializing yakitori, Japanese snacks, highballs and cocktails with unique & energetic decor and vibe for your date night.

We do also take reservations for large party both indoor and back patio.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 5 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Japanese (Izakaya), Japanese (Yakitori / Poultry)
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (416) 901-3246
  • Website
    http://gonzofoodcompany.com/
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    940 College St, Toronto, ON M6H 1A5
  • Neighbourhood
    Little Italy / College St.
  • Cross Street
    there is a starbucks cross the street
  • Parking Details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 83 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Japanese

  • Toronto

    Japanese

83 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely atmosphere and great small plates to share.

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  2. AmardeepS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing restaurant. Great food, excellent and attentive service with each server helping with all the tables. Will definitely go back to try everything on the menu we did not try this time.

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  3. ArtB

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic experience! Great food and service! Added to our favs.

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  4. CrystalY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything is perfect!! The food is delicious and the prices are reasonable. I love the vibe of this place, I’m gonna come back for sure!

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  5. AndrewW

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gonzo was amazing through the whole process from booking through dinner. We were a group of 12 and they made our evening! Incredible food as well.

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  6. Maddie

    Montreal

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Had a wonderful time!! Service was a bit slow but we were also a large group of 8, I think the experience would have been a full 5 star from me if it was a party of 4 or less. Food was delicious, friendly service, all reasonably priced.

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  7. JessicaD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful traditional Japanese bar food. Exceeded expectations and was modestly priced! Really cool atmosphere as well and wonderful service staff.

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  8. RupertO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Laidback atmosphere with friendly staff and exceptionally good food

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  9. PatriciaF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gonzo brings back nostalgic memories of Japan in the 90s. Friendly staff and great food.

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  10. HeatherV

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, drinks and atmosphere. Clean, friendly - 10/10 would dine again!

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  11. Andi

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 22, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience3
    The service was absolutely terrible from start to finish. The server was nowhere to be found during the entire meal and every time she came by she would leave instantly. If we ordered a drink, before we could order food she was already running away from the table. It was not busy. There was one other table in the restaurant when we sat down and when we left. The only other guest was a man siting at the bar. The food was okay. Definitely not worth the price. The portions were very small and some of our mains did not come out. The server didn’t write anything down and we were a group of four. So some of us sat there without our entrees. We couldn’t find her to inform her about the missing food. Overall it was a terrible experience for my friends birthday and I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone. We still tipped 15%, maybe she was having a bad night but I would absolutely never go back.

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  12. MasaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    何もかもがとても素晴らしかったです。 スタッフの対応もとても親切で良かったです。 家から遠いですが是非機会があれば行きたいと思います。 有難う。

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  13. DavidV

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was incredible and the service was stellar! New favourite restaurant

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience4
    Totally rushed service. Kept telling us that they have other reservations. At least 5 times during dinner. We were in/out in 80mins.

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  15. DavidK

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a great experience. Highly recommend. Fun energy, tasty food and exceptional service. Plus great value Dk

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  16. SaSa

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The decor is very unique. Food & service is good. Will definitely be back again!

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  17. JanetS

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was incredible and the service was so friendly! The decorations were unique and retro and the vibe was relaxed and fun while still being elevated. Can’t wait to come back!

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  18. TherinO

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cozy place decorated by people who love Japan and Japanese food. So glad that they are sharing it with everyone.

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  19. SantiagoC

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience5
    After being at different izakayas in Toronto, this one was a disappointment. The food was nothing better than an average all-you-can-eat sushi place as a comparison and absolutely overpriced. Also it totally lacks the staff's high energy of a good izakaya Not worth it for an ok ambience

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  20. Amy123

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    the food here was super delicious and the drinks were amaze! we got the earl grey highball and grapefruit highball and both were slay. the vibe is cool and intimate. the only thing is that the portions are a tad smaller than i initially expected so i would suggest ordering like 4-6 dishes if you’re hungry! we will be back!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I hosted a group dinner for my friend’s birthday and the team at Gonzo Izakaya was incredible. They were super accommodating for our large group and helped us order. The food was delicious and service top notch. Highly recommend.

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  22. CaylaM

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful vibe and the food was fantastic! Highly recommend for a night out.

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  23. IrisC

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect shareable plates. Very tasty Japanese yakitori and other plates. Wish they had other drinks besides alchohol tho

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  24. As96

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my partner and I’s fav places! Celebrated his birthday with friends and it was incredible

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  25. Lalouuu

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect experience , delicious expertly-made high quality food and drinks, we were kindly hosted by very generous and professional restaurant team, many thanks for a great night. Highly recommended —- everything was delicious, deep fried cabbage was something I had never tried before, it was very very good, the meat and seafood were excellent also; drinks to try: any of their signature highballs,, enjoy,, best wishes

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  26. ArlyB

    Toronto

    42 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Decent Japanese food. Good service . Tables rather close together as it’s a small restaurant business.

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  27. AntonioH

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent quite place, nice food and great value. It has a tokyo pop ambience with plenty of decoration with the theme.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had my birthday dinner here with a small group of friends. Great food and atmosphere. Lots of tapas style dishes that we all shared and enjoyed together.

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  29. Lukp

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great food and service!! Especially loved the Yakiniku Don, Crispy cabbage, takoyaki, and salmon oshizushi!

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  30. Rosey

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    In every way, this restaurant was amazing. The ambiance goes unmatched. The service was friendly and prompt. Every bite of food or sip of a drink was DELICIOUS. Super highly recommended!

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  31. Jenx3989

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    I really like the ambiance, it feels like an izakaya in Japan, which means a bar & grill type of restaurant. We ordered an appetizer platter of 4 different kinds of skewers ("Yakitori Set") and it was delicious! Also, everyone must try the "Karage" (ka-ra-geh), which is fried chicken, but different than western style fried chicken. It's so crispy on the outside with a light batter and delectably juicy and flavourful on the inside! If you want an authentic Japanese izakaya experience, then don't order sushi. That's not what izakayas are known for. Izakayas specialize in grilled food and for drinking beer and sake with your friends as a fun, casual place to eat comfort food.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is fantastic, 10/10 recommend!

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  33. Cara

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and delicious food. Would highly recommend.

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  34. JamesB

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Been picking up take out from Gonzo for a while, first time dining in the real and absolutely loved the ambiance, the food and the service!

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  35. SarahC

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Gonzo Izakaya is truly a hidden gem - consistently offering delicious food, kind service and good vibes all around. Our group felt so taken care of and left fully satisfied. Side bonus, we weren't rushed out after we were finished eating (which feels somewhat rare for Toronto restaurants these days). I don't usually take the time to write reviews, but Gonzo Izakaya is well worth it!

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  36. Curtis

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is my favourite Izakaya in the GTA. The quality of food is incredible, with immensely reasonable prices as well. The staff are ALL amazing, going so far as remembering individual patrons by name when they enter/arrive.

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  37. JesseS

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It is a very intimate environment with limited seating. Amazing staff who are extremely helpful and can make great recommendations from the menu. My wife and I both especially love the spicy karaage and would recommend that when you go.

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  38. Marlon

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a lot of fun on our date to Gonzo. The restaurant has a really fun atmosphere, and doesn't seem to take itself too seriously. The 90's Geocities-themed-website/menu was an excellent touch. The cocktails were fun! The yakitori dishes and rice bowls were exceptionally good.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent restaurant

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  40. Ryan

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great shareable small plates, good drinks, good sake.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers

  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables

  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Diner temperature check required
    • Staff is vaccinated
    • Proof of vaccination required to dine indoors
    • Staff temperature check required
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Gonzo Izakaya is rated 4.7 stars by 83 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 p.m.
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Gonzo Izakaya

940 College St, Toronto, ON M6H 1A5

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    there is a starbucks cross the street
  • Neighbourhood
    Little Italy / College St.
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–1:00 am
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Japanese (Izakaya), Japanese (Yakitori / Poultry)
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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