Sushi twists: Sushi Burrito and Poke Eats

Sushi Burrito 

I love sushi. In any and all forms. So it is not surprising that I will jump at the chance to try new twists on sushi! We didn’t go downtown this time nor did we hunt down some food trucks. We headed West. Hubby and I met up with some friends at the Corner by Spoon and Fork to try the Sushi Burrito. 

It was a welcoming self-serve joint with plenty of seating and friendly service. They had sushi burrito, sushi tacos, poke bowls but there were plenty of other options (I believe they also serve breakfast/brunch) for everyone in your group. They have sizzling plates and “mum bowls” where you customize your own starch, vegetables, protein and sauce. They also served salads, cakes, coffee and more.

Sizzling meals @ Corner by Spoon and Fork

Sushi Tacos @ Corner by Spoon and Fork

I got the Spicy Flaming Dragon--fresh tuna sashimi, baby spinach, pickled cucumber, fish roe, avocado, spicy toppings and spicy mayo. It was a giant maki which you eat like a burrito! For under $12, it was like a large order of your regular maki roll. It was pretty good (not just rice and veggie) and we will order again in a heartbeat.

Spicy Flaming Dragon Sushi Burrito @Corner by Spoon and Fork

Days later, some friends and I tried Poke Eats at Yonge and Sheppard. There was quite a lineup at lunch but the wait was not long. Technically, not a sushi, but fresh fish and sushi rice give this Hawaiian dish a Japanese twist.

They offer signature bowls where they already set up a good combination of base (black sushi rice, white sushi rice or kale), protein (salmon, tuna or tofu), sauce (Maple Sesame Shoyu,  Spicy Mayo, Ponzu, Citrus Shoyu, Japanese Caesar) and toppings.

Build your Own Bowl @Poke Eats

I built my own bowl mainly because I wanted a different topping. I got black sushi rice, salmon, spicy mayo, three toppings (crab salad, seaweed salad and mango) and all garnishes (ginger, scallion, nori, radish, fried onion and sesame seeds). It was delicious and a good value for $10.99. Will come back to try other combinations for sure! Wish they had a seating area though! Poke Eats is practically a take-out place.