Fudo Japanese Restaurant - Saanich, British Columbia

The oyster motoyaki is the best I have had on the island. The assorted tempura was large with 3 prawns, 1 fish and 4 veggies. Batter was light and crisp. The BC roll was fresh and tasty. Highly recommend.

I remember coming here pre-covid and the place was amazing. It was definitely a great place to eat out. I went there last night thinking about how great it was before. As soon as I arrived, it looked the same but I could tell right away it was different owners and ... staff. I ordered the miso soup, agedashi tofu, and the vegetable tempura roll. Miso soup was pretty standard. Just like any other average Japanese restaurant. It was served hot, which is good at least. Agedashi tofu was decent with a nice light crust on the tofu, but the topping with dashi flakes didn't taste fresh as it was pretty dry. I know that a vegetable tempura roll is about as Western as it can get, but it was too sweet with the sauce on top and had too much tempura inside. A lighter batter on the tempura rolls I think would be a lot better, similar to how the agedashi tofu is. Service was decent. We were sat down right away but it took a while for the staff to ask us our order. They did check on us and made sure we had everything we needed. I wasn't impressed with the sushi chef being on his phone and not washing his hands after. And the bathroom fan needs a cleaning! Read more

We ordered Unakyu Maki (2), Caterpillar Roll, Wild Salmon Nigiri’s, Chicken Teriyaki Don. Everything was 10/10. Beautiful flavours. Service was not bad, but not great - just meh. If service was better we’d leave a better tip.

A chef change over took place since my last visit. The place continues to be welcomed by locals during lunch hours on a busy Friday. We have made reservation made for a group of three. Waitress is attentive on our dinning progress and communicates with other staff. Things are made fresh so ... it could take a bit of time. I find their chicken karaage over fried and large pieces are tough to chew on. Agedashi tofu is lightly fried but soaked sitting in too much sauce. Salmon and yellowtail sashimi are fresh and outstandingly sliced. Ice cream dessert is on the pricy end for one scoop. Will return for another frieds meet up. Read more

Incredible sushi experience. My partner said “this is the best yam tempura roll I’ve ever had in my life” after he commented that I was ordering boring sushi. The aesthetics are just as good as the food. Nice patio setting in what feels like an outdoor mall. Service was prompt ... and friendly. Price was more expensive than usual but when the food arrives you understand why. Read more