Tokyo Tina
Located on the vibrant Windsor end of Chapel Street, Tokyo Tina is an energetic and modern Japanese restaurant, serving consistently top-quality food from its kitchen.
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Tokyo Tina has been holding its own on chaotic Chapel Street for many years now. The subtle entrance, signed only by graphics, is a nice hint at what's to come when you enter. A busy yet well-designed space that is both intriguing and welcoming at once.
Located on the vibrant Windsor end of Chapel Street, Tokyo Tina is an energetic and modern Japanese restaurant, serving consistently top-quality food from its kitchen. It's one of the original venues from the renowned Commune hospitality group, which, along with venues like Hanoi Hannah, has stood the test of time in an area that has been subject to many openings and closings over the years.
With rhythmic beats of disco and soul, a dimly lit space, and a stellar lineup of cocktails and drinks, it's an easy choice for a vibey night out with a group or a memorable first date. In line with its good-times offering, Tokyo Tina also features a private dining room with its own karaoke machine, which is an ideal spot for some footloose and fancy-free fun. Speaking of good times, next time the group chat is looking for something to do on the weekend, head in for Bingo Academy held on Saturday lunchtime, hosted by Drag Queen Valerie Hex. The $79 deal scores you bottomless booze, bingo, four plates of food, plus complimentary kimchi rice and edamame for the table.
Situated on the vibrant Windsor-end of Chapel Street, Tokyo Tina serves up modern Japanese cuisine in a fun and energetic space. Another venue from the celebrated hospitality group Commune, Tokyo Tina invites guests to enjoy the good times, good vibes, and good food on offer. rhythmic beats of disco and soul, soundtracked by a rotating lineup of DJs selecting tunes, while conversation, laughter and shots will continue to spill well into the night.
The fresh and vibrant menu includes a few staple items that have been around as long as regulars can remember, such as the crispy corn fritters with sansho mayo, the salmon tartare with yuzu and sesame crackers, and the miso-baked cauliflower with edamame. You may find options like an open spicy tuna roll, a sweet potato bao with tonkatsu sauce, or a hearty bowl of mixed mushroom udon with shiitake dashi broth.
Vibrant cocktails such as a lychee spritz with umeshu and plum bitters, a cucumber yuzu sour, or a Toki Highball with whisky, lemon, orange and orgeat syrup are not only a lip-puckering addition to the meal, but also ensure that the karaoke session is boosted by plenty of liquid confidence.
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