Maru – Japanese

Maru offers a sophisticated escape where the rhythmic crunch of golden crispy rice and the delicate artistry of seafood-topped nori canapés take center stage. From the earthy warmth of miso soup to the vibrant, nutty notes of spinach gomaae, every dish is a masterclass in balance and fresh, coastal elegance. The atmosphere hums with a refined energy, inviting diners to savor a parade of meticulously crafted bites that transform traditional Japanese flavors into a modern, sensory journey.

Queen Street East https://www.marubistro.com

Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)

Cuisine: Japanese

Price range: $$

Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, sugar-free, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, atkins, south-beach, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, gerd, raw-food, tlc, detox, alkaline, volumetrics, aip, mayo-clinic, candida, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan

Currently open

Hours

Monday - Sunday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

What diners are saying

Celebrated for its high-quality, well-prepared cuisine, diners frequently choose Maru for special occasions, specifically praising the delicious and flavorful soup. Guests highlight the prompt and attentive service that complements the comfortable setting, making for a seamless and enjoyable dining experience.

Miso Soup - $4: Miso Soup with Tofu, Green Onions, Shimeji Mushroom Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
Edamame - $7 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Candida
Crispy Rice - 6pcs - $8
Green Salad - $11: Mixed Greens, Cucumber, Pecan, Fruits, Yuzu Dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
Spinach Gomaae Salad - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic

Canapés

Vegetable Nori Canapés - $10: Miso Eggplant, Chives, Pine Nut Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
Salmon Nori Canapés - $14: Salmon, Spicy Mayo, Avocado, Chives, Red Onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Raw-Food
Scallop Nori Canapés - $16: Hokkaido Scallop, Spicy Mayo, Cucumber, Chives, Red Onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
Snow Crab Nori Canapés - $17: Seasoned Snow crab meat, Grapefruits Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
Bluefin Tuna Nori Canapés - $18: Bluefin Tuna, Cucumber, Ginger, Green Onion, Red Onion, Chives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
Hokkaido Uni and Ika Nori Canape 1pc Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food

Sushi and Maki

Salmon Pressed Sushi - $20: Salmon, Shiitake Mushroom, Avocado, Jalapeño, Spicy Mayo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Hokkaido Scallop Pressed Sushi - $29 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat
Spicy Bluefin Tuna Maki 8pcs - $22: Spicy Bluefin Tuna, Cucumber, Avocado, Chives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Raw-Food
Spicy Bluefin Tuna on Crispy Rice 3pcs - $21: Spicy Bluefin Tuna, Chives, Crispy Rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Hosomaki Set (18pcs) - $23: 2 Fish and 1 Vegetable Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat
Cucumber Hosomaki - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
Avocado Hosomaki - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
Salmon Hosomaki - $7 Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC

Main Courses

Salmon Bluefin Tuna Don - $39: Salmon Sashimi and Bluefin Tuna Sashimi, Sushi Rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC
Salmon Don - $27: Salmon Sashimi, Torched Salmon, Salmon Egg, Sushi Rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC
Softshell Crab Katsu - $27: Crispy Panko Softshell Crab & Egg Salad, Japanese Curry, Steam Rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Braised Pork Belly - $33: Braised Pork Belly, Vegetables, Steamed Rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Duck Leg with Maki - $32: Vegetable Maki, Duck Confit with Teriyaki Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free

Hot Dishes

Miso Eggplant - $15: Miso Eggplant, Chives, Pine nut Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
Fish Korokke - 3pcs - $17: Japanese Croquettes, Spicy Mayo, Soy Glaze Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Ika Tempura - $20: Squid Tempura 6 pcs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free

Holiday Sets

Dinner Set A - $68: Salmon Pressed Sushi(6pcs), Hokkaido Scallop Roll(6pcs), Spicy Bluefin Tuna Roll(6pcs), Miso Eggplant, 2 Miso Soup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Dinner Set B - $87: 2 Green Salads, 2 Miso Soup, 4 Assorted Nori Canapes, 1 Salmon Pressed Sushi(6pcs), Chef Choice's 3 Hosomaki(18pcs), 2pcs Fish Korokke Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Negitoro Set - $35: 18pcs Bluefin Tuna Belly with Green Onion Small Maki and 18pcs Cucumber Small Maki Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food

Desserts

Hojicha Ice Cream: House-made Roasted Green Tea Ice Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free