J-Toshi

J Toshi (M Hotel's 6th Floor)

They have the J Bar, which is like a Sashimi, sushi, wine bar altogether, where the (real) Japanese chef with a warm attitude prepares and serves your dish.

His English has a heavy Japanese accent, which somehow adds on to the atmosphere of the restaurant.

Usually packed at peak hours and occasions like mother's day, advance reservations should get you a place there.

Waiteresses are in kimonos, speaks simple Japanese, walks around in those Japanese wooden clogs.

Ala carte is rather costly, 3 stalks of grilled asparagus can cost up to $18 plus. BUT the quality IS there.

If ala carte is out of your buget, I strongly recommend the buffet, which is about $48 per adult, which you can order any food on the buffet menu, and not a typical buffet table with food already there. Meaning, it is going to be AS good as the ala carte, just limited selection...

Sashimi lovers like me are in for a treat. One plate of mixed sashimi usually costs about $20 (for that kinda standard) and we could order any amount (of sashimi) we want, and not get any extra charges.

One pleasant moment I recall, is when I was on the bar with my sister, off peak hours, the Japanese chef was trying to chat with us. He told his that his wife just popped by Singapore last night and brought over some Japanese leeks (that are not easily found in Singapore supermarkets, and if there is, it is probably China's or not fresh.) He thin sliced the leeks and accompanied with some garlic gravy...ON THE HOUSE! He simply stated that good things are ought to be shared. :)

I hate leek. Honestly. BUT the weird smell that I hate was masked int he garlic sauce, and the leek actually tastes sweet!

Even the Ocha is 100% authentic ocha and fresh, not those tea bag ones or low quality powder. The Ocha powder is so fresh there is this 'milky' after taste.

Overall, it is a restaurant that will make your occasion happier :)