Roll & Roll by JC Mart

Straight forward affordable food.
Thank goodness this place exists.

Definitely the most interesting sushi «restaurant «I’ve ever been to. A budget sushi restaurant which exceeds expectations. This is why I love Toronto. Tip: there are no washrooms.

Most of the business they do here is take-​out, but they don’t know what they are missing by eating in at the small chef-​side counter. (Wait, maybe I shouldn’t be saying this or it’ll be harder to get a seat next time.) Everything they make here is fresh and to order right in front of you by the friendly sushi master. I especially enjoyed the roll wrapped in a cucumber skin filled with fish. Watching him expertly cut thin layers of cucumber was hypnotic. The regular Japanese ginger dressing is fresh and bright, but don’t try asking for the recipe, it’s a chef’s secret (I asked!) I usually just grab a drink from the convenience store fridges and pay for it afterwards. This is a no frills experience, but worth it for the quality and quirkiness.

It was good, and I’d gladly eat here again, but to give it more than three stars would only be because it is in a convenience store /​dry cleaner!

I was quite content with both the quality and quantity that this hidden gem offered. Just a simple crunchy spicy salmon roll for 10 but definitely worth it… They had various other really delicate rolls and also a great value lunch menu on weekdays. Will definitely be back when around the area

I went here for dinner on a Friday night after reading good Unilocal reviews. Like other Unilocalers have mentioned below, the place is a cleaners, convenient store and sushi shop all in one. But don’t like that fool you, this sushi place is super good!
We ordered the Chirashi Bowl (which is Sashimi with rice) and Combo 8 which came with 10 pieces of dynamite roll and 5 pieces of sushi. Sashimi was fresh and everything tasted good. I really enjoyed the dynamite roll and will be back to try the other ones on the menu!
Reasonably priced for what you are getting, good portion and I was super full after dinner.
I think their lunch deals are better based on when we were revieweing the menu. Nonetheless good experience overall

I was intrigued after hearing so many great reviews and how unusual this place is. A sushi restaurant inside a variety store/​dry cleaner? wow.
In a city littered with AYCE Japanese restaurants, finding quality sushi has proven to be difficult. Even the ones that pride themselves on quality and the very idea of «fresh» sushi hasn’t really lived up to the standards I have come to realize since my last visit to Japan. But… that’s another story for another day.
This place is genuine. The sushi is made with great care despite their shoddy appearance. There’s no denying that all the ingredients taste as fresh as it can be however fresh doesn’t always equate to quality. This is after all… a takeout place. I applaud their efforts and their pride in what they do but in the end of the day the sushi while is fresher than most is still lacking. The prices are very reasonable and I really have no complaints if you’re looking a quick sushi fix but it’s not really as mind-​blowing as everyone claims it to be.

Thought I’d give it a try working across the street. Sushi Trumps the Rabba next door, definitely recommend to the lunch goers around the area. The Spicy Salmon and Dynamite roll were delicious and very filling. Will definitely be my go to moving forward.

Nice place for a quick bite or grab and go it would have been 4 stars if it wasn’t for all the mayo. When did this odd sushi and mayo couple meet and decided to be together ever after. Divorce the god damn mayo.

The sushi was very fresh and so delicious. I walked in and it was a late lunch for me. Very quite store and very polite chef and helpful. He made my sushi so great. I enjoyed every bite of it. Will definitely eat here again!

awesome. chef used to work in big expensive sushi restaurants in the city and suburbs, but wanted a simpler life. he maintains good quality and house specials, even though there are standard options. great little lunch spot in a district which has few good sushi places, either sky high or rock bottom. only 6 bar seats, nestled in a convenience store. You pay at the store cashier, with cash, credit or debit. Last call: 10:15pm

I was so intrigued by this place when it came up on Unilocal and it’s only a 5 minute walk from my work so I finally tried it today!
It’s such a funny concept– a convenience store, dry cleaners and sushi bar all in one but it’s really not as weird as it sounds once you’re in there!
They have lunch specials until 3pm… I got one with a california and dynamite roll and it also came with a soup and salad… about $ 8.99
I don’t think I’ve mentioned this before but I am a BIG dynamite roll connoisseur, they’re my absolute favourite and there’s definitely places that make better ones and worse ones.
The rolls were super fresh and had a good ratio of rice to the stuff inside! It was also a really cute presentation in the box and he put some oranges and the salad had blueberries! Different but cute.
Now to the dynamite rolls… UNREAL!!! I noticed there was something different in them but couldn’t tell what until I finally realized. DILL! they had dill in them! I’m a huge fan of dill flavoured everything, throw it on some dynamite rolls and you’ve stolen my heart. I don’t think I can get sushi anywhere else now!!!
The California rolls were good too but tasted like any other California rolls… the soup cold have been saltier and the salad dressing was a little too gingery for my liking but I am not knocking off any points because I was so satisfied with those rolls!!!
The guy working there was also super nice, I chatted it up with him and he said he’s the only one that works there! He said he has a lot of regulars– people who work in the surrounding buildings. I also told him he had really good reviews on Unilocal which he had never read so I was reading some to him while he made my sushi! :)
I will 10 000 000 000 000 000 000% be back!!!

Don’t let the fact that it’s in a convenience store fool you, this is some damn good sushi! I got the red dragon roll ($ 12.99) and the spicy salmon roll ($ 5.99) and both were delicious! Comparable prices with other inexpensive sushi places.
There is a little bar area inside the convenience store so you can stay in and eat or take-​out. The sushi maker is a friendly guy and does his job well. Will definitely be back here!

JCmart Sushi is my go to spot for simple sushi. Lovingly called the ‘cleaner sushi’ by everyone at the office.
Yes… it’s in a convenience store that doubles as a cleaners, but don’t be fooled — their rolls are legit and very decent price. They’ve changed sushi chefs recently and their new lunch chef is pretty good. Also, the guy at the cash is super nice and friendly.
It can get a bit slow during the lunch rush since there’s only one chef and maybe a helper, but it’s not too long of a wait.
They have a special lunch menu that’s fresh and filling (comes with salad, miso soup and orange slices). Can’t go wrong with the L3 combo and it won’t break the bank.
Definitely a good stop for fresh affordable sushi/​roll/​sashimi. They’d get full stars if they serve some hot food tho.
Note: Rabba next door also sells sushi but it’s pre-​made so who knows how long it’s been there.

Decent lunch menu. Prices are average.

I was first skeptical about ordering raw fish from the back of a convenience store, but after trying it once I was convinced that I would be a regular. The sushi chef makes the rolls with care and the ingredients are fresh. Despite the location, there is always customers ordering takeout and I’ve always had to wait 5 – 10 min. Prices range from $ 8-​$ 15 depending on the type of roll. Overall, it’s a great place for takeout sushi if you live near by.

Being a visitor to this beautiful big city, I was a bit skeptical of ordering sushi from a cleaners. Based upon the recommendations on previous reviews, and the fact that it was so cold outside that even Santa wouldn’t have delivered presents on christmas eve, I opted for delivery.
So, Miso soup to start. Nothing special, just regular ass Miso soup. 3.5 stars
Rolls. Spicy Salmon, Cucumber Roll, Dynamite and Yam Roll. These rolls are big. Bigger than your average roll and very filling!
My delivery person was very nice, and took care of my order in transit.
Thank You Delivery Dude.
I’m ordering from here again before I leave.

Great sushi made on the spot. Could use a bit less rice. Like others have said, it’s a small stall located inside a convenience store/​dry cleaners with limited seating.
Variety is good and the guy makes it in front of you to order; nothing pre-​made. Price is average … around $ 10 for special rolls. Would return.

A dry cleaner, convenience store and sushi bar all-​in-​one? Yep, this is it. If there’s a way to do this right, JC Mart is a shining example.
When I came with my partner, the condo above was having a fire. No worries though, I was still waved in for business. We decided to sit down at the sushi bar, the only place where you can sit, and we ordered a few rolls and some nigiri à la carte.
The sushi maker really seemed to take pride in his work — it’s hard not to notice since he’s making it two feet in front of us. The sushi comes quick and it comes fresh. The salmon was smooth and the tuna had just the right firmness. At this price point, I’m used to gritty, just-​thawed textures in my fish. The sushi rice was packed tightly enough that the pieces held their form during excursions of soy sauce dipping and wasabi spreading. Rolls were tasty, sauced properly and very satisfying.
But in the end, the cramped bar and bustling convenience store (and watching sushi master) made the entire experience slightly awkward. Definitely ordering takeout in the future. But if food is what we’re judging, JC Mart Sushi (& Cleaners) comes out on top.

Despite the weird location (I don’t think I have ever seen a sushi restaurant inside a convenience store/​dry cleaners before) the sushi is pretty decent. The chef is friendly and happy to answer any questions you may have.
I had the $ 10.99 lunch special (dynamite roll and spicy salmon) which came with a side salad. The sushi was decent, although the dynamite roll was a bit on the chewy side and the tempura was soft. I suspect this was because my lunch special was pre-​made, so I will be sure to order from the menu next time. The spicy salmon roll was amazing, and the side salad was tasty and fresh.
I will be back again to try some of the other rolls on the menu. At $ 10 for a HUGE lunch you really can’t go far wrong!

This is my favourite sushi in Toronto.
A bit unorthodox being that the tiny restaurant is inside of a convenience store slash dry cleaners but whatevs!
The same gentleman seems to be the person making the food each time I have visited and it is very clear he takes pride in his food.
My fave rolls are the spicy salmon and green dragon — perfectly rolled, super fresh, and just YUM!

The best sushi you will find in a laundromat/​convenience store IN THE WORLD. The selections taste fresh, rich, and delicious, and it’s not too heavy on the wallet. The lunch combos are definitely something to try out and well worth the money.
Not to mention the sushi guy who makes everything is very candid and willing to please.
If you are ever in town and craving sushi, check out JC Mart!