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    Ichiro Japanese Restaurant

    3.7 (163 reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Sushi Bars
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    ICHIRO JAPANESE RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Katsu Udon Set
    El Rey R.

    Order KatsuDon + Udon combo Katsu pork was dry on end section. Thin meat, not juicy enough, onion was not enough portion to cook together with egg. Rice was just small size flat out in flat bowl. Udon was just simple. Unagi sushi - rice has no vinegar flavour, rice was pressed. What a shame for a Japanese restaurant doesn't know how to make a proper sushi ? Rice was not sushi rice ? What ? Did I mention sushi rice was not sushi rice ? Wow... what a shame for a Japanese restaurant not using sushi rice. Cheap out every possible way. Sashimi - thin slice for $8/ slice was pretty ripped off. Will I go back again ? Nah... there's other better sushi place out there. Even Vietnamese Sushi makes better than this place. Not worth the money order à la carte. Just order set box and fill ur stomach if u really want eat sushi. What a shame for running this restaurant in beginnings. Bad sushi rice.

    Carolyn L.

    I like coming here for some home style cooked Japanese food. It has quite an extensive selection of the non sushi rolls items. The lunch sets are also pretty affordable. When the weather is cold or cool, it is great to have sukiyaki or nabeyaki. The warm food hits the spot. There are also some grilled items and yakitori. Another set I like is the ichiro okazu. You get 6 kinds of appetizer plus sushi, tofu, salad and soup. It is not super filling but it is just nice. You can also add on other items like poke, sashimi, tempura etc to your set at a lower price. The food quality is there and it is generally filled with older Japanese diners, so you know it has passed their standards. Service is friendly and quick. Press a buzzer to get service. The entrance is fitted with contactless system. Wave to get the door open. Awesome. No button to press. There is rear parking (limited spaces) but street parking is also available.

    Spot Prawns
    Joy H.

    OMG it's so good! How have we never been here before? The service was great and the people were super nice. Tons of bento box options to choose from that you can easily come back again and again and get something new! We got : Ichiro Okazu Set Nigiri Sushi Set Spider Roll Udon/Tempura Combo Chawamunshi Spot Prawns Everything was tasty, comforting and not crazily priced. Make reservations and then stroll down to the water afterwards to walk off your meal!

    DX Chirashi don
    Thomas L.

    We went here on a recommendation from a friend since we are visiting from Washington state. Great quality fish, good service and just an all around great meal. The fish was very fresh and we loved our chirashi dons. The nigiri we had was very good as well, but a bit too much rice if we were to critique. They definitely have great fish quality here for a good price. Highly recommend!!

    a variety of dishes on a table
    Jack Z.

    We came here on a Sunday noon without reservations. The restaurant was almost full but luckily there was a table for us. We studied the menu before so we ordered right away with a sukiyaki set and a premium sashimi don. The food came in about 10 minutes. The portion was pretty large for the price. The sashimi were super fresh with high quality. The sukiyaki was pretty good as well. The service was great. We were served with warm Japanese tea by the friendly servers. The place has plenty of free street parking as well. Highly recommended for anyone wants premium Japanese food with reasonable price.

    Vincy K.

    I heard great things about this place and I can see why! The service is very good here and I love the bentos that they have here. I am a big fan of traditional Japanese food. We tried a few rolls as well but I preferred the bentos more. I am definitely coming back when I get the chance!

    Sandy Y.

    Happy International SUSHI Day and cheers to the start of the WEEKEND! Ichiro Japanese Restaurant 一朗亭 is one of our favos in Richmond, and it is located in historic Steveston Village. It has a small place, but serves fresh and tasty sushi. Drink: 4/5 Should Try! Service: ‍‍‍‍4/5 Kids: 5/5 WooHoo! (Sushi is mostly a very popular meal for kids.) Price: $50-$100 for two (dinner) Presentation: 3/5 Parking: beside the building has street parking Tips: can get 10% off all pick up orders. recommends to make a reservation. saves room for their desserts . follows public health measures. Would I Return: Yes ‍

    Good Selection that comes with the Bento!
    Andrew W.

    Update during Lockdown: Checked out their Special Menu online for take out during this lockdown period and found out that they still have lots to offer and especially their selection of bento boxes are all $14.95 which is a great deal considering the amount of food you get and comes with Miso Soup too! All their rolls are well executed and have a balance of rice / fish ratio, my personal favourite is their Spicy Tuna Roll, for take out they even pack the spicy sauce separately for you to add later! Living in the lower mainland is a true blessing especially during this difficulty time, we still have a great selection of good food offered by all these local businesses! Lets keep supporting these small businesses!

    Dianna H.

    Great spot for Japanese food in Steveston, but it is on the pricey side which is why I'm giving it 3 stars instead of 4. I came for dinner on Thursday with a friend. I didn't need to, but I called ahead and made a reservation for 7:30 just in case. It wasn't that busy when we arrived, with only a couple tables seated. Note that Yelp lists the closing hours at 8 pm, but it was 9 pm on the day I came (and is listed as 9 pm on Google too). They have a large menu selection which felt a bit overwhelming, but it helps that they have pictures for most of the menu items. We shared the following dishes: Shrimp tempura ($11.95) - this was fried well with the perfect amount of crisp. Comes with 6 pieces so it's great for sharing! My favorite dish of the night. Calamari ($8.95) - I was underwhelmed by this dish. It was quite bland and hard to chew. Hamachi kama ($19.50 for medium) - decent but some of the meat was a bit dry Deluxe assorted sushi ($30) - I didn't get to try everything on the plate since we were sharing everything, but all the rolls and nigiri I had were pretty good Service was pretty good. Our server was quite attentive and refilled our tea 3-4 times the entire time we were there. Including a drink each, we ended up paying ~$50 after tax and tip which I thought was quite pricey.

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    Eve E.

    Cute Japanese restaurant in Richmond in their old downtown. Busy even for weekdays. Was able to get a table when came in at noon.

    Ichiro okazu set
    Stephanie C.

    Huge menu with indoor and outdoor seating. Ichiro okazu set was filling and all the items were okay overall. It was fun to try all the different small plates. I was a bit disappointed by the rice and the fish were mostly leaner cuts. The top row of the white platter was my favourite part of the meal.

    John V.

    Great sashimi and service. Standard japanese menu and decor. However, some things are not available so if you must have something call ahead and check availability. Also, while you are at it, call and make reservations as it might be busy. Go for: fantastic service and great sashimi Don't go for: a full menu, unique or amazing decor

    Eel rice box
    Queenie C.

    I know this restaurant has been a stable at Steveston for ages, but it has been such a long time since I visited. We wanted to treat ourselves and decided to order the deluxe set for 2. It was so wonderful! Usually for these kind of set meals, you are usually stuck with a lot of fillers that you don't enjoy eating. But I have to say for this set, we loved absolutely everything! The sashimi boat and the sushi were all top notch ingredients, nothing like ebi or tako or cucumber rolls stuffed in between. The appetizer set was amazing, all tasted different. The size was perfect for 2 people. It also came with ice cream at the end. We will definitely be back again! Highly recommend!!

    Black sesame cheesecake

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    Kingyo - Hot stone

    Kingyo

    4.4(1.3k reviews)
    18.6 kmWest End
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    We had a reservation for 8 pm on Tuesday. The restaurant was packed and bustling. Without a…read morereservation, we would have had to sit at a communal table. I always order beef tongue, Japanese fried chicken, and shrimp mayonnaise. These are my must-orders and their signature dishes. The beef tongue is actually quite simple; it's delicious just from being lightly heated. The hot stone slab is served piping hot, perfect for searing meat. Be quick, or it will cool down. The Japanese fried chicken is tender, juicy, and incredibly fragrant. The seasoning is just right. The shrimp mayonnaise is plentiful and a perfect match for beer. The two seasonal or specialty dishes of the day weren't as good, and I wouldn't order them again. My advice is to order their most popular and classic dishes, and definitely make a reservation in advance if you want to come (especially on weekends, as the wait can be up to an hour).

    Dining at Kingyo Izakaya is always a spirited and delightful culinary experience, complete with…read morecreative Japanese decor and an energetic, welcoming atmosphere. The ambient bamboo accents and lively buzz from the open kitchen instantly set the stage for an unforgettable tapas style feast. The service was vibrant, attentive, and executed with immense warmth from the moment we walked through the door. Cooking the tender Kobe Beef directly on the Super Hot Stones brought a wonderful, interactive sizzle to the table, delivering melt in your mouth rich flavor in every single bite. The deeply savory Tan Tan Noodles were packed with comfort, and the artfully presented Bento Box offered a beautiful, balanced taste of their finest dishes.

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    Hello Nori - Truffle Lobster hand roll .

    Hello Nori

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    Found Hello Nori inside Richmond Center, a mall in No 3 Road. We found the concept interesting so…read morewe try it out. The menu has 3 set menus to choose from. You can also do individual orders but we opted for set 3. For 6 different hand rolls, all served one after you consume one they make your next roll. As a result, each roll you eat has a fresh crunchy nori and warm rice. The 6 kinds we had were negitoro, yellow tail, king salmon, Hokkaido scallop, snow crab and truffle lobster. All of them were good, my favorite ones are: Hokkaido scallop and truffle lobster. You think it's not enough but you actually feel it's perfect and just enough for your meal. Good service. They are friendly, attentive and helpful people. Nice clean restaurant. Very interesting concept. I will try it again .

    We had our first hand roll experience and it was so good. My wife and I each had the set of 6 hand…read morerolls. Each one was do good. They all look alike from the outside, but each one had a different taste, texture and flavor. All the fish and seafood tasted fresh, served with warm sushi rice and rolled like a cigar with a crispy seaweed wrapper. Each one was about 3-4 bites dipped in wasabi soy sauce. Our server was fantastic. We didn't get her name, but she's from Ontario. She's been there almost a year. She's very professional, but cheery, warm and friendly. We love how the hand rolls are served by the chefs who prepare them and done at well unhurried pace---always keeping a watchful eye on the guest. The restaurant is really a big bar which makes sense in this kind of experience. The design is sleek, modern with an eye catching ceiling design. It's located by one of the entrances of CF Richmond Centre Mall. We were happily satiated, but didn't feel full.

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    Hello Nori - Negitoro handroll (part of the 4-roll combo for $23)

    Negitoro handroll (part of the 4-roll combo for $23)

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    Nobi Nobi - Udon soup

    Nobi Nobi

    4.5(65 reviews)
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    I've been to this place many times as I live in the area. This is a family run Japanese style meal…read morebox restaurant with a cozy and warm ambiance. The menu contains a variety of rice combo dishes that you can select (pork, chicken, beef, fois gras, curry) and a tempura noodle set as well. Occasionally, they also have specials as well. My boyfriend and I ordered the beef set and the tempura noodle set with pork. I love how there are a variety of side dishes that come with the set. This is great for those who like variety and want to have a complete meal with all the food groups. My favourite is definitely the pickled daikon/carrot and the cabbage salad! The food is not too salty and the broth was perfectly seasoned for my palate. My boyfriend also ordered an espresso romano which I had never tried before. The foam on top was surprisingly refreshing with a tart aftertaste of lime. The prices were also very fair with most sets averaging around $19-20 before tax. You order at the counter and pay after you're finished. This is a great place for a quick bite especially if you're in the Ironwood area of Richmond.

    i love nobibi for their soft serve because it's not too sweet but a good way to end the night. they…read morealso make cotton candy in store and have a lot of drinks to chose from. the parking inside the plaza gets chaotic so i always park on the street.

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    Interior/Hallway

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    Nobi Nobi - Chicken Karaage .. crispy & juicy

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    Kun's Omakase Bar

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    4.5(58 reviews)
    0.2 kmSteveston

    We went here to celebrate my sister's birthday and it was great! It's definitely a bit on the…read morehigher end but it's worth it! We didn't have omakase but ordered a lot of the sashimi. The sashimi was very fresh and bouncy. We also got the asari (clam) udon and there were plenty of clams, as well the broth was so rich! Their sushi rolls weren't anything special but the sauces were delicious. Only thing was the hamachi kama (grilled yellowtail collar) - it was a bit dry, but it was huge. I also want to note that it seems like they use real wasabi (not the pasty stuff but the actual grated horseradish) so that was pretty cool. Would love to come back!!

    This is the best Japanese sushi restaurant we had by far!!!! A modern omakase with its authentic…read moreflavors and not overwhelming fresh sushi. In the U.S., sushis were made in fusion: raw, fried, and other off ingredients like creamcheese and sriracha (even before, I don't order those sushi with those odd ingredients) After having this, our standard for sushi was too high, we can't no longer appreciate the sushi from other restaurants! We ordered 2 Signature Zen, sushi platter (I forgot which), and una soba (grilled unagi with hot soba based on katsuo. They are so good -- smooth in the palate and well seasoned. Thinking about it make me want to fly to VanCity and dine in there! The service was great! They accommodated us well and efficient. The restaurant feels like I am in Japan -- clean with minimal interiors. I will definitely come back here!

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    Kun's Omakase Bar - Assorted 12 piece sashimi

    Assorted 12 piece sashimi

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