Yoshii - The Rocks

I want to love this place so muchThe location is good, the intimate size of the restaurant is perfect, and the menu is promising.

First impressions were good, the interior and table settings promised a great meal, Menus presented was tight with an interesting vaguely Italian theme.

Unfortunately I've had both one of my best and worst dining experiences at EstivoThey have quality food and a good wine list.

I was very impressed when I dined here a few years ago. The second visit, the food was OK, but I have to say it was not as excuisit as the previous one. Still above average.

We recently celebrated my husband and son's birthdays with a dinner for 6 at Yoshi's. We took the private room which meant for the oldies we could hear every word of the conversation and take our time (2.5 hours) over an exquisite dinner. So many restaurants want to rush you through dinner so they can accommodate another setting.The food was truly amazing. We had the Yoshi set menu for $140 per head. The presentation, flavour and freshness of the courses was exceptional. I think for all of us the lamb with shiitake mushroom sauce and miso was a stand out. Given it was Japanese with very low fat none of us left the restaurant feeling overly full just pleasantly replete. They gave my son a special desert to celebrate his birthday which was a nice touch.If you are looking for spectacular views this is not the place for you as it looks onto Harrington St in the city. However, if you want exceptional Japanese food at a relaxed pace where you can hear the conversation...it is perfect.