Araya Sushi — Restaurant in Markham

Great new Neighbourhood Sushi Joint!!

We decided to check out Markhams’ own Araya Sushi a relatively new sushi joint in the Markham Food Scene I got the Food Crew together and we went to check this place out. Araya Sushi is located in the former Tim Hortons across from Markham Village Library. We got there on a Saturday night, we were greeted warmly in this well-decorated place. The Decor is very 'oriental' with a great colour scheme and traditional pictures adorning the walls. The Table and chairs are very comfortable and can accommodate large groups. The menu is very colourful, well presented and easy to read and follow.

Once we were all seated we were given complimentary edamame. When it was time to order, our server came over and helped the kids make sure they got exactly what they wanted. She was surprised at their 'sushi knowledge'. We all took our time to choose and got some favourites including Tempura Shrimp, FriedCalamari, The Red Dragon Roll, assorted Sashimi, Nigiri topped off with a massive plate of Grilled Beef Kalbi!! Our group had a great time and appreciated the care that went into the food. Everyone enjoyed their meals, I really enjoyed my sushi’s presentation. My son flipped out when he saw how big his roll was. Our evening ended with some green tea ice cream and full bellies. Give Araya Sushi a shot, the reviews are pouring and so far so good, so please check it...

You can read the first post below.

Well I did try the food once more. I ordered from Araya using UberEats last Weekend for my brother and I. After the order was confirmed it was scheduled to get to my house by 7:05- 7:25pm latest. The app showed the Uber driver was waiting at Araya until ~7:45. The driver actually messaged me from there to apologize for the delay. That said, the food was terrible. Calamari (overcooked), California roll (fell apart and not fresh), Spicy salmon roll (no flavor). I am afraid that this will be the last time I will try eating at Araya Sushi. I would not recommend this restaurant. There are much better options close by.

First Post: Two of us experienced lunch here one day in September last year. The restaurant looked nice and was clean. The menu was similar to the few restaurants we visited during the week that offered an 'all you can eat' option on the menu. I did not see an 'all you can eat' option here. The prices were in line with other sushi restaurants. The choices were all good in freshness and presentation. However the Yellow tail sashimi was served unthawed. When they returned with a replacement, it too was served too cold. The portions were not as large as others. Not sure if I...

A Hidden Gem for Sushi Lovers!

We decided to grab a quick dinner at Araya Sushi, they surpassed all expectations! From the moment we stepped in, the cozy ambiance and the warm welcome by the staff set a fantastic tone for the evening.The highlight of our visit was definitely the service. The staff were exceptionally attentive, going above and beyond to accommodate us with a custom-made spicy crab salad that was simply out of this world! It's rare to find such personalized and eager service, and it made our meal feel special.As for the food, it’s a culinary masterpiece. The quality and the flavor profiles are what you’d expect from high-end downtown restaurants, yet the prices here are so reasonable. Every bite was a delight, perfectly prepared and beautifully presented. I highly recommend Araya Sushi to anyone looking for top-notch sushi without the downtown price tag. There are so many more dishes on the menu that I can’t wait to go back and try. If you find yourself in Markham, do yourself a favor and visit Araya Sushi—you won’t regret it! Best in...