Kamei Royal on Broadway should be called BEST on Broadway for their Happy Hour Excellent food and service at a reasonable price. Fresh oysters, sashimi and the best tempura in town! Lunch specials also amazing! Charles M. Vancouver read more

We went during their 90s throwback price promotion, where they were offering discounted combos at 90s prices with a drink purchase. I got the spicy family (spicy salmon roll, spicy tuna roll and spicy chopped scallop roll) for $15.95 and it was disappointing. I was expecting the rolls to be smaller due to the deal, but they were thumbnail-sized sushi pieces and did not look like the menu photos at all. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The environment and service were good, but the food was lacking.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Good happy hour and late night specials. Includes oysters, sushi, and appetizers. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Place is a bit old, servers are nice but you need patience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Reservation not necessary. Prices are good. read more

Kamei on Broadway - 6 max at happy hour price, $1.99 - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

The lunch specials here are absolutely amazing! Reasonable prices, big portions, and fast service. read more

Kamei on Broadway - Lunch specials - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

- service was good and all staff were polite and pleasant. Likely because we went at dinner busy time and only a couple of staff were working, it was difficult to get the attention of staff for service at times - we went there to try their uni special and chirashi set. all uni and sashimi were very fresh but the cooked food (ie unagi and crab) were overcooked and chewy. but portion sizes are very decent - the alcohol menu is fairly small compared to other japanese restaurants - read more

Kamei on Broadway - chirashi set - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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For all the possible menu items to be my favourite, I love more of the classic and Supreme Rolls give you double the sushi flavor in a roll. Their basic rolls are super fresh and tasty, I've consistently h as d good quality. The mentaiko yaki udon is a light but filling starch dish. This is important because you'll want to order a lot of sushi because it's delicious! Some of the appetizers I haven't tried but so far I like their oysters, truffle fries and takoyaki, all of which are available on happy hour from 4.30-6.30 pm. Service can be hit or miss, sometimes they are super attentive and sometimes it takes a while to wave someone over because they do get busy. But the Friday night manager is really cool, always says hi to our group and is very kind! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Restaurant feels like a private sushi bar with good music and drinks.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The only note is that some booths require shoes off.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall a great spot! read more

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After I saw a post on Instagram the owner talked about their lekei-style ramen, The next day I went there to try if the quality and authenticity is the same as he described. I often walk pass the building where this restaurant located in but I wasn't aware there is a Japanese restaurant before. Now I found this hidden-gem. I went there during the normal lunch hour and I could get a table immediately. As it is owned by Japanese, you can expect the good quality of service and a very tidy environment. My table was next to a window facing North Vancouver, pretty romantic. I picked the Shoyu ramen. It is always better to start with the simple one - someone said "the simplest one is the hardest one to master". It don't take long for the wait and I was fascinated by the smell. The broth, unlike many Japanese ramen joints, is not greasy but rather clear. It is because they extract the pork-bone flavour without using pressure cooker! I can tell they didn't use any MSG. The soup is fully drinkable. This lekei-style ramen was really awesome.-awesome. It looked simple but its unique authentic flavour is unforgettable. It was cooked with heart. It was a chilly rainy day when I walked into this restaurant but I came out with a warmed heart. Arigato! read more

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I would come here for happy hour 3:30-6:30 since they have good variety of food and drink selections. Oysters were $1.50 each. My favorite was the Mentaiko Yaki Udon and takoyaki. I had a salmon roll as well and found the salmon very thin. The location was perched at the top of a building so there were lots of stairs to go up and didn't see an elevator close by so not as accessible. However the food is still pretty good. There is 18% gratuity mandatory fee added with our party of 8. read more

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We sure ordered a lot of prawns. The tiger prawns mayo was real tiger as in they're big. Mind you, there are only three pieces. Prawn tempura is good standard fare. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Happy hour items are affordable and with a view of the mountains, go during the afternoon then you can enjoy discounted items and the view![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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This Vancouver restaurant brought me back to Japan. They offer booth tables (tatami) where you take off your shoes. Its definitely a great spot for a date night with your partner I was really excited when they brought out the torch for the twin impact bowl. They also have chirashi, sushi, carpaccio, unagi bowls, and even potato frites! Don't forget to try their oysters for $1.5 each and finish your meal off with their yuzu cheesecake. NEW MENU ITEMS: Bonsai Beef (16) Twin Impact Bowl (21) Kamei Chirashi (32) Salmon Carpaccio (18) Buck a Shuck Oysters (1.5) Yuzu Cheesecake read more

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Extremely reasonable happy hour prices. Raw oysters are maximum 6 per person at only $1.50 each. Beer prices are reasonable and so is their happy hour sashimi platter. A good option in the area if you don't want to drive into downtown. Parking was cheap on the small streets. read more

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Reasonable happy hour offers. Good variety. Best part is the service. Owner is on site most of time when I'm there. The team is on the ball. They also have Japanese waitresses who understand the Japanese way. Good work keeping up the brand. read more

This restaurant on the corner of Broadway and Ash was formerly called Ebisu. After being closed for a long stretch during COVID, my friend and I were so happy to see it re-opened, and when we visited here for lunch recently, it was as good as ever - if not better. The restaurant has a very extensive menu and their ingredients are super fresh. I usually get one of the many lunch specials (and there are lots to choose from), as I like having samples of various sushis and sashimis and tempuras, etc. I ordered the Lunch Special B which included a very tasty miso soup (more flavorful than the usual bland broth served elsewhere as a filler), a salad (larger and more ingredients than the past side salads offered with lunch specials at the old Ebiso, and now with a tasty sesame-mayo-like dressing), 4 large pieces of tempura (including 2 large prawn), 8 sushi pieces (not sure what kind but all were super fresh and tasty. 4 had tempura prawns in them), and 4 pieces of the freshest sashimi (2 salmon and 2 tuna, I think). It was all delicious and the portions were generous. I ended up bringing the sushi home and giving my friend some of the tempura and my miso soup and salad. My friend ordered two varieties of sushi rolls and said both were "amazing". Note: they now charge 25 cents for a take-out box, for leftovers, so don't be like me; remember to bring your own take-out container. Also, note if you check in on Yelp, you get a free ice cream dessert! We opted to try the sesame flavor and it was delicious! So remember to check in! read more

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The food is good, the prices are reasonable, and the owner and staff TRULY care. The staff were extremely nice and clearly happy to be there. The owner is a really good person, and I'm happy to support a business run by that man. read more

Kamei on Broadway - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

We stumbled upon this place looking for dinner after a long day of shopping. Being such foodies we didn't even think twice about trying it. It is tucked back out of the hustle and bustle of the city, and was quiet. The atmosphere was wonderful, the booths were semi-private and it was nice to be able to enjoy each others company without feeling rushed out. The servers, and the gentleman who I assume was the manager, were all friendly and took pride in their jobs. Now, let's talk food. Absolutely everything we saw going to other tables looked beautiful and delicious. Everything on the menu sounded amazing. We ended up order a couple rolls, the baked oysters, and the beef carpaccio. Every single bite was delicious and fresh. if you're wavering over trying this place, try it. You will NOT be disappointed! We will absolutely be returning. read more

Kamei on Broadway - Beef Carpaccio - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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as a global trotter, i've had my fair share of culinary adventures. My recent visit to Kamei was nothing short of spectacular! the ambience was warm, the service was impeccable and the host was super friendly. we embarked on a gastronomic journey that left our tastebuds dance with joy. read more

Kamei on Broadway - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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A hidden gem! This cozy restaurant has a beautiful view of the north shore mountains and a well-curated menu. The sushi leans more fusion than traditional, and the prices are quite reasonable. Everyone was super friendly and the service was very fast, probably my new favourite sushi place in the neighbourhood! read more

Kamei was one of the first japanese restaurants in vancouver serving sushi. It was defiinitely an og one and it is a good place to get your comfort sushi. A good place to hangout and drink sake with your buddies too. Come check it out! read more

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Such an underrated spot in such a convenient location. Kamei has such a variety of different Japanese items and not to mention good happy hour and soon some new menu items! * Salmon carpaccio ($19) ~ this was pretty good, the salmon sashimi was topped yuzu ponzu, truffle mayo and purple onions and the salmon was refreshing. This dish was good the fried garlic added a lot of flavour as well. 8/10. * Vegetable croquette ($7) ~ super crispy, and flavourful the croquette are stuffed with potato, corn, peas and onions and their house made sauce was so good with it! 9/10. * Oysters ($2.75//HH-$1.75) ~ a classic I love oysters and it was super fresh and nicely shucked. The sauce that came paired with it was also the perfect sauce pairing. 9/10. * Spider roll ($17) ~ super good. I loved the deep fried soft shell crab with the unagi and Japanese mayo sauce combination. 8/10. * Bbq cuttlefish ($18.5) ~ yummy, bbq ika served with 2 sauces the mayo and togarashi spice blend (which was my fav dip) the ika was grilled nicely and good consistency, also nicely seasoned. 8/10. * Beef wonder bowl ($23) ~ I loved the crispy rice that you get out of this. The rice was flavourful and loads of beef in it as well. 7.5/10. * UNI cream udon carbonara ($24) ~ my favourite dish the udon was cooked perfectly, the pasta was creamy, saucy and delicious. I loved the UNI taste that came with it and that egg was poached perfectly for this. 10/10. * Aburi set (coming soon) ~ I really liked this as well, the aburi was perfectly seared and the flavours were good. I loved the ebi aburi it was my fav! 8.5/10. * House made mackerel (coming soon)~ this was super unique. The mackerel was perfectly cured and salted. It was good with the table side seared top. 8/10. * Japanese cheesecake ($6.5) - yuzu and matcha this was interesting, super thick and came paired with whipped cream and blueberry. I prefer the matcha one more. But overall I wish it was a bit more creamy. Yuzu 5/10. Matcha 5.5/10. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Amazing service, food, and ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] This is a more relaxed sushi place with great deals especially for happy hour. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The view of downtown Vancouver at night is also incredible[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. read more

Kamei on Broadway - Salmon Inferno roll - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Went here on a Tuesday night with friends. Great atmosphere! The serving staff were friendly, kind and accommodating. The happy hour was so worth it! The food was beautifully plated and served. I got the salmon inferno and it was great! My friends got a variety of their rolls and happy hour dishes and everyone was satisfied. The happy hour drinks were reasonably priced and delicious. Would come again! read more

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We stopped by to grab lunch and it wasn't too busy. They had plenty of seating and it's nice and bright inside. They had a few lunch specials. We got a lunch set and the combo for $16.95, where you pick 3 items from the choices and can choose to have miso soup, pop, or rice with it. The Yokohama combo came with unagi on rice, California roll, dynamite roll, tempura, karaage, and miso soup. At $18.95, it is a bit pricy for lunch, but there was plenty of food that we had leftovers. Same went for the combo. We chose the salmon aburi battera, hamachi aburi battera, and spicy salmon roll. Presentation of the rolls was actually very nice. The fish tasted fresh. I liked how the spicy salmon wasn't just salmon marinated in sauce. Instead it was like a grated radish in spicy sauce on top (?). The salmon aburi was good with the salmon just torched enough. The hamachi aburi wasn't my favourite, but still had good flavour. Overall, this was a pretty big lunch. The price might be a bit higher but the portions and quality are good. Service was also quick and we didn't have to wait long for our food. read more

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we only in Vancouver for 2 weeks, already visited this restaurant 4 times, food is as good as, if not better than any Japanese restaurant in Vancouver, very affordable pricing, attentive services , will definitely coming back again soon read more

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Sashimi was fresh, the quality of the food were good. The service was good, too. It's been a long time for me to eat at Kamei again even though I went to a different location before, but they survive during the pandemic, highly recommended. Will come back again when back in town. read more

Kamei on Broadway - Aburi all stars - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Great service, quality food and reasonable price!! Kamei has been around for a long long time and still very tasty. Recommended read more

Kamei on Broadway - Aburi ALL-STAR - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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I've been there before, but it was first time to visit since they changed the name from Ebisu to Kamei. I like their new menu, especially Sashimi Omakase for happy hour ! They have way better drink menu than before too. We got a bottle of Sake called Yoshinokawa, it tasted so good ! I tried Kani miso udon for main dish, it comes with soft shell crab on top. The sauce was creamy and tasty, I think the portion was enough for two people. I recommend this place, wanna try more foods next time. read more

Kamei on Broadway - Kani miso udon - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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The brand "Kamei" has a long history in Vancouver, and we have had many good experiences with a number of the restaurants over the years. So, we were eager to try Kamei on Broadway after its rebranding from Ebisu. We went on a Friday early evening (early enough to partake the happy hour offerings). The restaurant was relatively busy so that was a good sign. The service was decent, and the atmosphere was pleasant. The issue we had was the quality of the food. The prawn tempura was quite poor. We believed they used frozen pre-battered shrimps, so that was a big disappointment. We were equally disappointed at the spider roll and the Sashimi Omakase. Sadly, we left the restaurant shaking our heads. We saw all the 5 stars reviews and wondered did we missed something?! read more

I wanted to try this place and was not disappointed . Happy hour items all good ! Service was great .. We will be back for sure read more

Love this place , the food and the staff! The staff are always sup nice and welcoming, great service. The food is yummy and fresh and the restaurant is clean with a nice ambience. Thank you!! read more

Sorry, but this is a HARD NO. The lunch special offered the worst California Roll I've ever had. Incredibly salty miso, chewy salmon sashimi and greasy chicken karrage. The staff felt tense, distracted, and disorganized. Need a complete overhaul. If you Know what decent what sushi is, don't expect it here. If you want good sushi, go to Kishimoto or Yuwa. read more

One of the best places to have an office lunch or celebrate birthdays. Food and service were all top notch - we really enjoyed the omakase special that night. read more