Gushi Japanese Street Food (Gerrard E x Parliament) — Restaurant in Toronto

Gushi Japanese Street Food offers delicious fried chicken and good value for money. I visited with my friends to see what the hype was about. From the outside, the restaurant uses a distinct colour theme of wood and brown, with a red stamp, which continued into the interior decor as well as the food packaging. I appreciated the design continuity, which added to their branding. As soon as I entered, I was hit by a strong odour of fried oil. The deep fryer was constantly churning out fried chicken pieces, and the lack of air circulation made it difficult to breathe. I got used to it quite soon though. The restaurant had a unique system of ordering, which they tried hard to make clear. Unfortunately, multiple visuals explaining the choices made it harder to figure out the price, which was troublesome. Drinks were also presented without prices. I ordered the JG Large size Chicken Karaage Curry Rice, and it was a great choice. On a bed of purple rice, there were multiple pieces of large fried chicken with curry gravy, along with green edamame beans and red pickled radish pieces to make things interesting. The chicken pieces were big and juicy, and the curry was passable, adding an additional layer of flavour to the chicken and helping me finish the rice. The large size meal was very filling, and considering the price, I would say that it had good value. The server was bright and helpful, even though our interactions were short. The only gender-free washroom in the restaurant was well-maintained and accessible through a key next to the cashier. Overall, I had a superb meal. Despite the confusing menu and poorly ventilated interior, the restaurant aims to provide great value while also being quite tasty. Due to the limited space, I would recommend take-out. I wouldn't mind coming back to try their other menu variations if I am...

Tried this place on a friend's recommendation, and it did not disappoint. We ordered the Everything Curry Rice (Large) and were pleasantly surprised by the warm service that matched the quality and generous portions of the food. The dishes reminded me of my favorite childhood meals, bringing those memories back to life 400%. The only difference now is I can eat more! I'm not usually a curry person, but this place won me over with the perfect texture and flavors. I actually preferred this curry over Maji Curry because of its simpler flavor profile without any overwhelming complexity. (It's not as runny as Maji as well) The real star of the show was the fried chicken. We had Nanban fried chicken on the curry rice and ended up ordering another 10 pieces of fried chicken with Hot Maple and Teriyaki flavors. The teriyaki was standard and a bit on the salty side, while the Hot Maple lacked flavor and could have been stronger. However, the way fried chicken prepared is the perfect example of what fried chicken should be, regardless of whether it’s Korean or Japanese style. True classic juicy meat and fried batter that's also medium crispy while holding a bit of moisture, I wouldn't mind devouring 10-15 pieces of it myself next time. The only regret was the edamame on the curry rice. I didn’t read the menu carefully and realized there was a generous portion of edamame mixed in. For those who appreciate additional protein and flavors, this is great news! They were fresh and seemed well-cooked. But for those who struggle with soy-related issues like myself, keep this in mind. Overall, this place delivered a fantastic experience with delicious food and great service. It’s definitely worth a visit, especially for the...

This venue is ideal for those seeking a street food-style dining experience. It is clearly not intended for fine or upscale dining, and the setup reflects that. The space is quite small with very limited seating available.

Unfortunately, during our visit, the air conditioning appeared to be non-functional, which made the experience uncomfortable—especially given that it was a day with an active heat warning. I truly sympathize with the staff who had to work under those conditions and hope management is taking steps to address this issue.

One major concern was the lack of washroom facilities for dine-in customers. To my understanding, providing access to restrooms is a requirement under city and provincial regulations, so this was quite surprising and disappointing.

That said, the food was exceptional and exceeded my expectations. However, as mentioned, this establishment is better suited for those looking for casual, comfort-style meals rather than a formal...