Our daughter tends to have her favourites and sticks with them again and again for ever such a long…read moretime before she finally decides to try something new for a change. Well, she surprised her mom recently when we went to Bene Sushi and she actually wanted to try one of the "Exotic Rolls". She still wanted some of her usual stuff, which was Dynamite Roll and Avocado Roll, but in addition she also wanted to try the Ambleside Roll. I was quite full from our lunch earlier in the day and my original plan was to order a salad. However, when she suggested sharing some rolls with each other, and expressed an interest in trying something new...how could I not jump at the opportunity to see my child trying something new? Of course I would share with her! It meant stuffing myself silly but hey...my child wanted to try something new and if that meant eating carbohydrate heavy sushi rolls instead of a light salad...so be it! All 3 rolls were awesome. My personal favourite is still the Avocado roll. Even though it's a simple roll, this restaurant does it so well every time...it never fails to impress me. Avocados can go brown so easily, but every time we order Avocado roll from Bene Sushi, it is generously packed with avocado and the avocado is always such a bright and beautiful green colour. I don't know how they manage to always have perfectly ripe avocados for their sushi. I really commend them for it.

Food was great except the teriyaki chicken had some pieces that were a little dry and hard to chew…read more Service was excellent and ambiance was great

I made a reservation at Okeya Kyujiro for my partner's 40th birthday, and he had the best time…read more Honestly, it was one of the most memorable omakase experiences I've had in Vancouver. Okeya Kyujiro is a Michelin one-star theatrical omakase restaurant, and when they say theatrical, they mean it! From the moment you're welcomed by smiling ushers in kimono to the closing tea ceremony, every movement feels intentional, precise, and elevated. The ambiance is serene and anticipatory. At the start, guests sit in silence as a black screen conceals the chefs. You see their shadows moving behind it. A bell rings, the screen lifts, and the performance begins. Dinner is a 25+ course experience priced at $325 per person. It's undeniably a splurge, but for a milestone celebration, it feels justified. The menu is seafood-forward, with many ingredients flown in from Japan. Each ingredient is presented before preparation, then carefully assembled and served directly from chef to guest. Courses arrive one by one, never rushed. The service team moves seamlessly in the background, refilling water and attending to drinks (available as an add-on) without disrupting the flow. The finale is a matcha ceremony, whisked in front of you with the same quiet precision that defines the evening. When the final sip is taken, the bell chimes once more, the chefs and staff bow, and the screens close. It was a beautifully choreographed dining experience, perfect for marking a special moment, and one I'd gladly return to for the next celebration.

Service was really amazing with servers explaining each dish and drinks were always topped off…read more Food was good, but maybe this isn't quite my style of omakase compared to the other ones I've tried. This is a more theatrical style so expect louder music and a more theatrical experience (eg one of the servers played the flute for the guests celebrating birthdays). I prefer a more intimidate and interactive style of omakase where you can talk with the chefs. This lunch also felt a little fast in terms of progression of the meal. Some of the dishes were very tasty while others didn't wow us. With drinks, we were quite full despite some reviews saying portion is on the smaller size. Our total was around $500 with drinks for 2 people. A really good experience for omakase, especially if you are looking for a unique experience though not my favourite one I've tried.

This is one of our "go to" places on the North Shore. Came here with my daughter, my mom and a…read morefriend. Two of us had Vegetable Ramen, my daughter had the Cheese Katsu and my mom had a Gyoza with Salad. We've ordered the Vegetable Ramen and Cheese Katsu before but the Gyoza with salad was different. Kind of a nice option I think. Might try ordering it myself next time, with the Vegetarian Gyoza instead. Gyoza is usually just an appetizer, so it's not like ordering a heavy meal, but adding the salad greens makes it a bit healthier. A more balanced meal while still being on the lighter side.

So lucky to find this hidden gem in Ambleside, this will be my new go to place in west van! The…read morevibe is great, aesthetic and not too loud. The food is delicious and not too pricy either. We got there at 8 and out by 9pm. They either extended their hours or they continue to serve customers coming in between 8-9 anyways because a few other groups arrived after us for dine in and take out as well. Both dishes were bomb! The cold soba blew me away becasue it was refreshingly cold and the chew to the noodle is 10/10. The pork katsu losses its crisp sitting in the broth which is too bad but the cheese is still delicious nonetheless. Can't wait to be back again.

Kitchen staff was very rude towards our family while we were having a meal. Food is rather averqe…read moreat least the waitress tried to put some effort

Tasty sushi, well prepared teriyakis and friendly service! The place has 6 tables, generous…read moreportions, fair price ;)

The best sushi in the North Shore. It may not be the most "authentic," but that's not what Zen is…read moreaiming for. The flavors are bold yet not overwhelming, and the combination of ingredients is often unique. I love the pressed rolls and the tuna salad, but I have yet to have a bite here that wasn't absolutely delicious. Give it a visit next time you're in West Van!

We are continuing to support local businesses by ordering takeout. Zen is usually a treat for the…read moreadults in our family. Our regular server is Chris - he's a fantastic guy. After asking us a few questions about what we were looking for, he put together a wonderful mix of a Tails Up starter and also an order of the Lobster Roll, Seafood Buckwheat Soba, and Crunchy Beef Roll. All the times were fantastic. We actually couldn't finish the soba, and had left overs. The Crunchy Beef roll was our favourite item - and is something we would definitely order again If you are a regular here - keep supporting them. Great people and great food. They can use our support.

I went to the restaurant today and ordered all my favorite dishes…read more My Ebi Mayo Yuzu Tuna Tataki Stone-Grilled Wagyu Beef Sockeye Salmon Sashimi Truffle Carbonara Udon Every single dish was delicious--I highly recommend them. Although Kingyo's main menu has remained unchanged, the food is still just as delicious. It's the only restaurant I know of where people line up outside every day before it opens.

This was my first time at this Japanese restaurant, and the atmosphere and food were fantastic! The…read moreprices were reasonable, and the service was incredibly warm and friendly. I highly recommend it! I'll definitely come back next time and bring my friends to try other dishes on the menu.

INCREDIBLE FOOD! ZERO fat on the beef, the best tempura I've had in a long time, great serving…read moresizes and therefore great bang for your buck, The service is great they poke holes into the tempura boxes when you order them, and the ambiance is very welcoming and nice! the PERFECT sushi place, a real mom and pop spot but with great price and taste! 100% recommend!

Super lovely people. Sushi is always fantastic! I usually just get takeout from them; however, on…read morethe few occasions I have dined in the staff where so patient and kind.