Toko
About
Japanese, Bars
Price Range : $31-60 ($$$)
Location
Adress: 490 Crown St Shop 3, Surry Hills, New South Wales 2010
Phone: +61 2 9357 6100
Work Hours
Business info
- list_altTakes ReservationsNo
- directions_carDeliveryNo
- move_to_inboxTake-outNo
- local_parkingParkingStreet
- accessibilityGood for KidsNo
- groupGood for GroupsYes
- insert_emoticonAmbienceTrendy, Classy
- volume_upNoise LevelLoud
- local_barAlcoholFull Bar
- transit_enterexitOutdoor SeatingYes
- wifiWi-FiNo
- tvHas TVYes
Reviews
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Caroline B.
Great ambiance and flavors in the drinks and food. Our waitress was amazing , very sweet lady. Would love to come back. Brocolli I was fire.
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David D.
So loud you can't talk, over priced, and terrible service.
Had I known we'd pay $33 in water for 4 of us, I would have gone thirsty.
The food left much to be desired, along with the service. Thank God tipping is not required, as it was certainly not earned. -
Luke H.
Great service!! Fun atmosphere and delicious food.
Came here with friends and would recommend coming back. The location is convenient but parking is very tricky. We ordered a 4 person dinner special and were very pleased with the style, quality and quanity.
Not cheap, but we'll definitely be back and recommend this place to anyone. -
Sophie B.
Four of us dined here on a balmy Tuesday night. We had a booking for 6:30pm and were some of the few there when we first arrived. The restaurant was maximum half full at any one time while we were there - I imagine it gets extremely loud if full.
Our server was great, attentive as needed without being over the top. The Toko Spritz is a delicious drink if you want something light and fresh. My mum tried both the Bellini and the fig martini and enjoyed them. There was a Japanese German style beer that my dad + brother both thoroughly enjoyed and said was one of the best they'd tried. Only downfall is that cocktails did take a little while to come out - can't imagine what it's like when it's full.
To the food. We ordered a number of dishes to share (the benefits of dining with 4 people)
Kingfish sashimi with pork cracking - the kingfish was good but there was certainly no crackle from the crackling as I was expecting
Chefs sashimi selection - 12 pieces - all extremely fresh and delicious as hoped
Tempura zucchini flowers - good flavouring
Tempura squid - loved!!
Crispy fried tofu - this dish was fine, I wouldn't ordered again
Chicken karaage - extremely crispy with delicious flavor
Waygu dumplings - perfectly cooked and great flavor
Black miso cod - bit of a disappointment. Not on par with the miso cod from Ichitaro in Adelaide or nobu Malibu
Crispy rice skewers with eggplant - my mum was the only one who ate these - she loved them. Unfortunately the first serving had a hair right inside the rice and the dish was replaced - it happens but was a little off putting.
It came out to approx $100 per head, so don't expect a cheaper meal. Everyone in our party was satisfied, would recommend for a nice / celebratory dinner where you're willing to spend some $ -
Kate M.
Superbly delicious food: Japanese favourites with a modern twist. But a complete let down on service. From being ignored upon entrance, to a long wait for ordering (with plenty of staff and half empty) the service was a total disappointment for what could have been an outstanding dining experience. The servers have got to lift their game to match the fantastic creations from the kitchen.