Sakai Bar

What Reddit says

Intimate Japanese-style bar on Dundas West, praised for its small plates and strong sake selection. Redditors see it as underrated and suited to small groups of four or fewer.

Paraphrased from the comments below.

What to order

• Katsu2 Redditors
• Izakaya Plates1 Redditor
• Tasting Menus1 Redditor
• Wine1 Redditor

In their words

Short excerpts, each linked to the full comment on Reddit.

• “Hidden Gem - Sakai Bar (Don't know if it's a "hidden" gem but underrated for sure!)”

• “Sakai Bar, Hanmoto, 416 Snack Bar, Imanishi all have a similar vibe and price point to Seoul Shakers.”

• “Sakai Bar!”

• “I would also recommend Imanishi, Tebasaki Wing House, Sakai Bar, 416 Snack Bar, or Bar Isabel.”

• “Sakai bar across the street from Affinty is great also”

• “For a more intimate experience with 4 or fewer ppl I like Sakai.”

• “Contrada. Lake Inez. Sakai Bar. Alma.”

• “I like sitting at the bar at mhel and Sakai bar too”

• “Chantecler Archive Vendetta General Public Sakai Union Dottys”

• “These spots are all go-to's for me and are consistently good!”

• “Highly recommend Sakai Bar!”

• “Service and atmosphere are great.”