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Tough City Sushi

350 Main Street, Tofino, British Columbia, Canada
250-725-2021
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Ranked #21 of 30 restaurants in Tofino
Cuisines: Sushi, Japanese
Dining options: Dinner
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Dining options: Dinner
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Victoria, Canada
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18 reviews 18 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Like my review title says, the owner(?) was really friendly and the place is a very eclectic fun space with a great view, but the sushi was just okay....our bowl of rice was undercooked and there was no sesame sauce for the rice. The cheapest wine was $9 a glass.......a bit steep. The sushi rolls were small and we upgraded... More

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Victoria, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

We didn't actually stay but we had sushi there and it was delicious. We showed up and were seated immediately by the friendly servers. We had a 6 year old with us and they provided her with a fancy kids drink and a book about animals to keep her entertained. We ordered a bunch of different sushi and it was... More

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England
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15 reviews 15 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 October 2012

We live in the UK but spend a couple of weeks a year in Tofino. This is our favourite restaurant in Tofino, we like it for both the quality of food and the atmosphere. It's the 'must-go' place when we meet up with our local friends. Admittedly food service can sometimes be a little slow but as long as they... More

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Port Moody, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 October 2012

Had a very tasty sushi. Food quality was very good. Service could have been a bit better. Happy that they carry Tofino Brewing Company beer on tap!

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Victoria, Canada
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28 reviews 28 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 September 2012

I am not a Sushi expert, but this is one place that I will highly recommend, As a matter of fact I already have. The food was excellent, at first I thought the price was a bit high, but it was well worth it... I will be back... I heard he's is opening another restaurant next door and I will... More

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Ancaster, Canada
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33 reviews 33 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2012

We were told to go here for great seaweed salad. It was average. Even more disappointing was the sushi. You would think that with an ocean right there it would be wonderful however I have had better sushi in landlocked Hamilton Ontario. We arrived about 10 minutes after it opened so it wasn't busy and we got our food quickly... More

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Toledo, Ohio
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29 reviews 29 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2012

Local's rave about this place and they are right. Eat on the patio to enjoy the scenery and get a chance to feed King, the owner's dog, a few scraps and feel like home. Inside decor is entertaining and delightful. The owner is a hoot - hope you get to meet him.

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Edmonton
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2012

A fun and busy place. Excellent maki. Some of the best tataki I've ever had. Breath-taking views of the inlet from a few tables. Interesting decor in what looks to have started out as an old house on the waterfront. Slow service. I would definitely go back for maki that good.

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Alberta
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76 reviews 76 reviews
33 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 August 2012

Ate here with a small group on the patio on a sunny evening. The views were fantastic over the water. The atmosphere is a bit more laid back. The waitress was very friendly and was quick bringing out our drinks. I am not typically a fan of sushi but what we ordered was delicious and we ended up ordered more.... More

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Vancouver
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27 reviews 27 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2012

Sushi was average, priced how you would expect one of the few sushi places in such a major tourist destination. View on the patio was nice and relaxing. Service was friendly.

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