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.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, high-protein, low-carb, halal, dairy-free, keto, pescatarian, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, gerd, atkins, alkaline, aip, tlc, renal, volumetrics, zone, carnivore, macrobiotic, lectin-free, slow-carb
Currently closed
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.
Menu
Starters
- Miso Soup - $4: Miso Soup with Tofu, Green Onions, Shimeji Mushroom Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Edamame - $7 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Rice - 6pcs - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Salad - $11: Mixed Greens, Cucumber, Pecan, Fruits, Yuzu Dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Gomaae Salad - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Canapés
- Vegetable Nori Canapés - $10: Miso Eggplant, Chives, Pine Nut Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Nori Canapés - $14: Salmon, Spicy Mayo, Avocado, Chives, Red Onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scallop Nori Canapés - $16: Hokkaido Scallop, Spicy Mayo, Cucumber, Chives, Red Onion Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Snow Crab Nori Canapés - $17: Seasoned Snow crab meat, Grapefruits Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bluefin Tuna Nori Canapés - $18: Bluefin Tuna, Cucumber, Ginger, Green Onion, Red Onion, Chives Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hokkaido Uni and Ika Nori Canape 1pc Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sushi and Maki
- Salmon Pressed Sushi - $20: Salmon, Shiitake Mushroom, Avocado, Jalapeño, Spicy Mayo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hokkaido Scallop Pressed Sushi - $29 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Bluefin Tuna Maki 8pcs - $22: Spicy Bluefin Tuna, Cucumber, Avocado, Chives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Bluefin Tuna on Crispy Rice 3pcs - $21: Spicy Bluefin Tuna, Chives, Crispy Rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hosomaki Set (18pcs) - $23: 2 Fish and 1 Vegetable Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cucumber Hosomaki - $5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Hosomaki - $6 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Hosomaki - $7 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Salmon Bluefin Tuna Don - $39: Salmon Sashimi and Bluefin Tuna Sashimi, Sushi Rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Don - $27: Salmon Sashimi, Torched Salmon, Salmon Egg, Sushi Rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Softshell Crab Katsu - $27: Crispy Panko Softshell Crab & Egg Salad, Japanese Curry, Steam Rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Pork Belly - $33: Braised Pork Belly, Vegetables, Steamed Rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Leg with Maki - $32: Vegetable Maki, Duck Confit with Teriyaki Sauce Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
Hot Dishes
- Miso Eggplant - $15: Miso Eggplant, Chives, Pine nut Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Korokke - 3pcs - $17: Japanese Croquettes, Spicy Mayo, Soy Glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ika Tempura - $20: Squid Tempura 6 pcs Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
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: Pescatarian Available at: dinner
- 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 Available at: dinner
- Negitoro Set - $35: 18pcs Bluefin Tuna Belly with Green Onion Small Maki and 18pcs Cucumber Small Maki Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Hojicha Ice Cream: House-made Roasted Green Tea Ice Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Restaurants near Maru
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- Toto Sushi — Japanese
- Juzz Sushi — Japanese
- Hajime Japanese Resturaunt — Japanese
- Yumei Sushi — Japanese
- Hanamaru Market and Bento — Japanese
- Kyouka Ramen — Japanese
- Poke Eats — Japanese
- Kinyo — Japanese
- Ju Sushi & Bar — Japanese
- Issho Bakery — Japanese
- Ramen Buta-Nibo — Japanese
