๐จ๐ฆ Toronto's Hidden Izakaya Gem - Mhel ๐ถโจ
Discovered this intimate Japanese-Korean fusion spot run by a talented couple (the husband previously worked at Pompette - ranked #81 on Canada's Top 100 Restaurants 2025!). Their ever-changing daily menu makes every visit exciting! ๐ฑ Our Omakase-Style Journey: ๐ Shiromi Mori - Fluke & hirame sashimi (ultra fresh!) ๐น Special: Sanma Sashimi - Mackerel with ginger/scallion (wrapped in nori = perfection) ๐ฒ Kabu - Daikon miso soup (ideal rice pairing) ๐ฅ Katsuo Ponzu - Hay-smoked bonito with yuzu (showstopper!) ๐ฅฉ Sogogi - Charcoal Aussie wagyu (salt/wasabi pairing) ๐ Misozukeyaki - Grilled Spanish mackerel with mushrooms ๐ Namero - Tuna/yellowtail "tartare" with miso ๐ฎ Purin - THE star! Silky, subtly salted caramel pudding ๐ถ Drink Pairings: ๐ Sweet potato shochu ๐ Yuzu sake ๐ Why It Shines: โข Romantic, speakeasy vibe โข Chef's daily inspirations โข That unforgettable pudding! โข $50-70/person (great value) ๐ Mhel 276 Havelock St (Wed-Sun only) (Reserve early - only 12 seats!) #TorontoIzakaya #HiddenGemTO #JapaneseFusion #ChefsTable #SakeLover #DTEats #OmakaseStyle #FoodieFind #DateNightSpot #UnexpectedFlavors