🇨🇦 Hidden Izakaya Gem on Ossington: Bar Shozan 🍶✨
Tucked away on Ossington, Bar Shozan is a tiny slice of Tokyo run by a Japanese grandpa-and-grandma duo (yes, grandma's RBF is oddly charming!). With only 8 counter seats , this intimate spot transforms into a lively hub after 7:30pm - arrive early to snag a seat! 🍢 Must-Order Bites: • Shime Saba : Vinegar-cured mackerel with nutty sesame sauce - so fresh it tastes ocean-kissed! 🐟 • Pork Belly Yakiton : Local, hormone-free pork skewers with addictive chew • Eggplant Miso Dengaku : Caramelized miso glaze meets silky roasted eggplant - umami bomb! 🍆 • Agedashi Tofu + Crab : Crispy tofu swimming in bonito-kissed broth with flaky crab (imitation) 🍸 Cocktail Magic: • My Own Private Tokyo : Rum + matcha + cucumber tea = Shinjuku alley vibes in a glass 🥒 • Shadows of Kabukicho : Strawberry + sweet potato shochu = a neon-lit night out 🍓 💡 Why We're Obsessed: - Authentic "salaryman" energy without the flight to Japan - Grandma's precision knife work on display - That miso eggplant deserves its own fan club #TorontoIzakaya #HiddenGems #JapaneseFood #OssingtonEats #DateNightTO