Miku is a good place for a quaint and expensive meal. We were recommended this place by a few people and it really missed the mark for what we were hoping for. The view of the ocean is nice if you can sit on their outside patio. Service was fast and waiters were knowledgeable. We ordered lobster ceviche, a sushi sampler, beef chuck sushi, and desert. The taste wasn't very good and I found it difficult to eat. The food that was served looks really pristine and artistic, that's the only good thing about this place. We left leaving feeling very dissatisfied. read more

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Average sushi joint. They try to make it super look fancy, making reservations required. Half of restaurant is empty. Staff is rude. Not coming back:( read more

My friend from Vancouver recommended this place and it was a wonderful experience. We placed a reservation prior to going and requested a window-side view. We ordered the salmon oshi, saba oshi, red wave roll and ebi fritters, calamari for appetizers. This is definitely quality over quantity. There was 4 of us, but it was just filling enough, not to the satisfying level. If you do come, DEFINITELY must order all their oshi sushi. The way they make it is so unique and because it is seeping with flavor already, there's no need to add soy sauce and wasabi. The appetizers were just as delicious. The way they're so detailed in making their sushi and the thought/ process that goes behind it is truly a one of a kind experience. read more

Visited 10/24/22: Walked in for lunch, around 2pm on a Monday. The wait for a table was less than 10 minutes. The dining room is window-lined, the atmosphere is upscale casual and busy. Service was brisk but friendly, especially the waitress whom we saw and spoke to at least 3 times. Ebi fritters, 5/5. Lightly battered, gently but distinctly flavored, served on a tiny green salad. Premium Sushi Lunch, 4/5. Served with a light and flavorful miso soup. The appeal of this platter is the variety. You'll be lucky to love them all. For me it was hit and miss. Aburi Chirashi Tart, 5/5. My husband loved this (unlike me, he loves aburi oshi sushi). This is like a layer cake of sushi. You can cut down into it and eat all the layers together; you can easily pull away the top layer of salmon (not sliced or chopped, maybe pureed?) and rice, then avocado (I'd call this Japanese guac) and rice, then tuna (not sliced or chopped, maybe pureed) and rice. It's fun and delicious and very good to share. Salmon Oshi Sushi, 5/5. If you like salmon sushi and you're trying aburi oshi sushi for the first time, this is probably the safest bet for you. The lightly flavored rice is a balanced blend of acid and sweet, the salmon is rich, creamy (from the Miku sauce), and a touch sweet, and the jalapeno is supposed to lend a hint of spicy (ours had no heat at all). read more

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I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE TO ALL MY FRIENDS IF YOU'RE EVER IN VANCOUVER. we made a reservation on the first day we landed here and i'm sooooo glad! the price range for here is not bad at all! all the fish tasted super fresh and you can even order half rolls to try different rolls out! my fiance and i got a drink each and both were tasty. we got the sashimi platter and honestly for the price it was so worth it. we also opted to add otoro to ours. i would love to come back here again and i left feeling super full! i think they might take walk ins for the bar area but i'm not too sure. read more

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A friend recommended this restaurant in Vancouver and so I made last minute reservations for a date night in Vancouver. We made it on time and stepped in from the cold to the warmth. We had to wait a couple minutes before seating, but they have a waiting area with seats and they took our coats while waiting. We were then led to our booth which was right next to the big window overlooking Vancouver harbour. Views, Soft lighting and quieter atmosphere, this is a perfect spot for a date night. There were several couples around us, but plenty of space for privacy. I started with their house specialty sake which was a hint of sweetness. Fresh raw oysters were local, smaller, creamy and excellent. Aburi Prime-9 pieces of chef's nigiri omakase. Wow. This was creative and amazing. Each item was unique flavoring that delighted your taste buds. Everything from Wild B.C. Sockeye Salmon w/jalapeño miso aioli, micro red ruby mustard leaf to A5 Japanese Wagyu w/uni, micro dianthus. I cannot say enough about this and highly recommend. As if this wasn't enough, we opted for their dessert platter of a sampling of all their specialty dessert items. Loved our dinner here and when I stepped into the cold, there were a couple cabs sitting there ready to take me back to the hotel. Perfect. read more

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Our server was so nice! However the food was underwhelming. And the service was SO slow. It took 23 minutes to get a cocktail...by that time our meal was over. Overall disappointed. read more

Absolutely stunning dinner! First of all the service was fantastic, our waitress was so incredible and kind. The food was delicious! First off, the waygu nigiri was outstanding! Super tender and delfious flavor. The rolls we got we're amazing as well! We got one with tamago (fish eggs, not sure if tamago is the right word) we also got a sushi with rice and salmon on top (but it wasn't nigiri). That was also stunning. Everything was amazing I can't describe it! read more

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Overall great experience; definitely recommend making a reservation. We requested a water view when we made the res, and we were surprised the restaurant was able to give it to us! Ordered a la carte, and the memorable items were: 1. Sable fish w/ lobster tail- lobster melted in mouth and fish was cooked to perfection 2. Salmon oshi- a popular item, and delicious! (we also got the yellowtail and that was good but nothing amazing) 3. Surf & turf roll- life changing. we ordered 1 order and added another one. definitely recommend! read more

Miku - Surf & turf roll - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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I am shocked at all of the good reviews for this restaurant. This place was recommended to us by the JW and we were looking for a great seafood place so we decided to try it last night. The food was downright awful. I am remorseful that I both spent as much money as I did and ate as much of it as I did (we waited for our reservation at 9pm so we were pretty hungry by then). We got there a bit early and were told it would just be a few minutes so we decided to wait. They kept us waiting 20 minutes. If we had known, we would've walked around the water a bit or maybe had a drink at the bar. 20 minutes is not a few. I got the waterfront omakase with the sake pairing. The first course arrived without the sake - not much of a "pairing" if the drink doesn't arrive with the course. My husband also got his appetizer before his beer. We sat there and waited to eat our food for a while as we waited for our drinks. This was not a great start. The rest of the courses were terrible. The fish was all extremely fishy - it did not taste fresh, especially the toro. It was actually the worst toro I've ever had. The little pieces on top of kale may have been the worst course we received, although it was all pretty bad. The sablefish was very fishy... and the portion was incredibly small. I've made better yuzu miso black cod at home. The flavors weren't there either. When the rolls and nigiri came out I was excited, because up until then I was getting served so much sake and barely any food (the portions were dismal) so I was starting to get a headache... by that point I needed some kind of carb to help with all of the alcohol. Unfortunately the rice on the rolls and nigiri was undercooked, not prepared properly (tasteless) and tasted old. Some of the fish was rubbery. I regret to say I ate all of it out of desperation and prayed I wouldn't be sick the next day. I was still so hungry so I tried my husband's mashed potatoes, and they were watery and tasteless. My husband got a steak and an octopus appetizer and said it was just ok. Definitely not worth the price. The other thing that really irked me is every time they brought out a course they stuck their finger so close to my food when they were pointing something out... it grossed me out how much they stuck their fingers in my face and in my food to tell me what they were serving me. Yuck! The only good thing was the dessert. The green tea opera cake and ice cream was beautiful and delicious and paired wonderfully with the plum wine we received. The views are also spectacular. Our waitress was very nice as well, so I didn't have the heart to tell her just how downright awful the food was. I've been pretty spoiled with omakase at many Michelin star restaurants around California, and I had high hopes for this dinner out in Vancouver... but sadly this was not only the worst omakase I've had, but some of the worst fish and sushi I've had in a very, very long time. read more

I visited Miku as a walk in on a Friday evening. Arrived around 5pm, right when their dinner service allegedly starts, and already there was a line and waitlist. I was lucky that I managed to snag the last seat at the bar before the wait became long. Definitely would recommend showing up a bit earlier if you don't have a rsvp. It was a holiday so I decided to spring for the Miku Kaiseki. This is the 7 course menu, incorporating elements from land and sea. Their 6 course menu focuses mostly on seafood, and actually is only very minimally overlapping with the 7-course menu. They are able to share the exact courses, so be sure to get that menu if you are interested. The cocktail I got was lovely. Each course that came out was well prepared with a beautiful presentation. My favorite menu item was the beef tartare with the scallop rice crisp. It was a creative take on the standard beef tartare to incorporate more fusion elements. I was actually a little taken aback by the size of the courses - I arrived super hungry, and left super full. I think that honestly there was slightly too much food. read more

Best sushi I've had. The salmon rolls............................................... amazing Can't remember the name of the salmon sushi read more

Miku - Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Delicious lunch break at along the waterfront. The Sous-Vide Pork Tenderloin with grilled mushrooms was fantastic. The shiitake nigiri is a must have. read more

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Amazing food amazing service. I recommend this place to anyone visiting Vancouver. They have great lunch specials for a decent price. Book a table in advance or try walk-ins. read more

DELICIOUS AND FRESH! I always love Miku everytime I go! I love their sushi, desserts and refreshing drinks. Would recommend to drop by. Also the interior is pretty and has an open concept. You get greeted by the chefs and staff once you enter. The only think that was ok was the strawberry pistachio mousse cake. It had too much mousse. Tasted like a chunk of whip cream read more

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One of the best dining experiences I had in Vancouver. We sat at the bar so we were able to talk to the bartender and watch him make his drinks. Miku not only has a spectacular lunch and dinner menu, their craft cocktails are definitely worth trying. Our bartender recommended the Miyazaki #2 for those who like something on the sweeter side. It's mango puree based so it was sweet and a little tangy, but also frothy, creamy and delicious. You can still taste the alcohol so it will definitely creep up on you if you have one too many. My friend and I were very excited about the menu and couldn't wait to eat. Especially because our flight to Vancouver kept getting delayed and rerouted because of layovers, it took us way longer than expected to get here. Luckily, the wait wasn't too overwhelming for two people during dinner time so we got seated rather quickly. We were also able to walk around Gastown until the hostess texted us letting us know our table was ready. We ordered the Ebi Fritters which I just thought was a little bit underwhelming. The breading was crispy and it had a nice garlicky flavor to it, but I prefer the panko crust more than this one. The salad on the side helped cut the grease a bit, but I probably wouldn't order this item again. I'd rather try something else on the menu. We each ordered the Miku Signature Selection for $37, which came with an assortment of nigiri, aburi sushi and special rolls. There were a total of 10 pieces and the special roll pieces were very small, but delicious. I loved them all! The nigiri was great and the fish tasted very fresh. Miku is more well known for their Aburi Sushi so you should plan on ordering a few of these when you dine here. If I were to rank the aburi sushi pieces, it would be the Salmon first, Saba second and then the Shrimp. They were the best three pieces on the omakase set. I absolutely loved it! I highly recommend this spot if you're visiting Vancouver and want a taste of what this city has to offer. Miku is a little on the pricier side so expect to fork over quite a bit, but just know that you're getting a high quality and delicious meal in return. read more

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We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Miku. Our servers were knowledgeable, engaging and gave detailed descriptions of all the dishes. The quality of sushi was exceptional and very fairly priced. We enjoyed our dinner so much we went back for lunch before we left town. A must when you visit Vancouver. read more

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It was our last day in Vancouver and we wanted a special meal so we picked this place. I should also mention that we ate a ton of food on our trip so we wanted something light although we wound up ordering too much anyway. We ordered the Premium sushi lunch and Lunch Shokai. The latter comes with two chef selected apps, which turned out to be a lamb chop and halibut tempura. The lamb had almost a bulgogi sweet sauce, which was pretty good, but the halibut needed seasoning. My wife loves Brussels sprouts so we ordered the chips version. The seasoning was great although I was expecting the sprouts to be crispier since they call them chips, but they were still pretty good. The Shokai sushi plate and Premium have almost identical sushi selections, which gave us not a chance to sample a lot of the sushi selections including the Miku and Oishi sushi. All of them were delicious and were seasoned enough so that you do not need soy sauce or wasabi. I was pretty full but I still wanted to try the Ebi Fritters that a lot of reviewers seemed to love. For those of you that have been to Morimoto in NYC, these fritters reminded me of their rock shrimp tempura. So much for the light meal... For dessert, we split the green tea opera cake, which as some have mentioned, is a little denser than what you would expect but still enjoyable. All in all, it was a great last sit-down meal in Vancouver. Miku apparently means beautiful sky long time in Japanese, and you do get a nice view of the sky from the windows but also a good view of Canada Place. They are probably too modest to name the place Oishi, which I think means delicious in Japanese but they do use Oishi as the name for some sushi dishes and what I will remember about this place. read more

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Beautiful location. Beautiful presentation. Our sever was lovely and made excellent recommendations and was balanced between giving us space and tending to our needs Perhaps this sort of place just isn't my speed. I prefer a more intimate setting. Is it worth the price tag for the sushi/sashimi itself? No. It isn't. read more

Sushi was fresh. Service was friendly. View was amazing! Definitely returning here when I fly back to Vancouver. read more

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Amazing place and an even more amazing dining experience. We made it in time for the lunch menu without expecting what they had in store. Wow. All I can say. Had a whole plate of food and didn't even speak the entire time!! Great job Miku! You've outdone yourself! Don't forget to check out the dessert! If the food was good so was the dessert! They really knew the way to a foodies heart! read more

Miku - Premium sushi platter - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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It was our first time trying Miku and we were super excited about it! Unfortunately, it was not what we expected. Either it's overhyped or our expectations were too high for Miku. Prices are definitely on the higher end; however, thanks to UberEats for 50% off coupons, we were able to try Miku at a feasible price. We ordered the Aburi Oshi and Roll Tier that consisted of 3 different types of Aburi Oshi (Salmon, Ebi, Saba), Red Wave Roll and the Miku Roll. We can definitely taste the fresh ingredients they've used (even real crab meat), but we wouldn't say it's high quality ingredients. The cut used in the Red Wave Roll was quite lean, making the salmon tough. The sauce on the Aburi Oshi's were delicious, but the texture wasn't like "melt in your mouth" type of Aburi. The sushi didn't fall apart when we picked it up, but the texture of the rice was quite dense and mushy (refer to the last photo). Based on the sushi we've had in Japan, you should be able to visually see the pieces of rice individually and it shouldn't have a overly sticky texture. Overall, it wasn't too bad. Our favourite roll from this platter would definitely be the "Miku Roll". However, we wouldn't pay full price for their sushi since we were expecting better quality for the price of it. Maybe we'll give it another try to confirm how we feel about the food. read more

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The food, the ambiance and our server was amazing. Definitely will be back when we head back for a girls trip read more

Miku - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Miku ... The service was a bit lacking the night I dined...our reservation kept getting pushed back by nearly 45 minutes - but the manager made up for it by coming to our table to talk about the issue and offered us complimentary dessert at the end of the night, but holy cow did the sushi not disappoint. First of all, yes this establishment is $$$ and I am NOT a huge fan of seafood, but their Salmon Aburi (flame seared) Oshi Sushi was a huge hit. If beaches are the thing to visit in San Diego, and Golden Gate Bridge in SF...so worth...for this sushi establishment - FOR all seafood lovers and seafood newbies, this sushi will flameeee blow you away. The Salmon Aburi Oshi is adventurous as it features perfectly seasoned rice, thin salmon in between the layers of rice, flame-seared salmon on top and a perfect pop of jalepeno and cracked pepper and Miku sauce. The sushi is pressed and formed in a wooden mold. The sushi is cut into bite-sized rectangular blocks and presented so beautifully - it's hard to eat it. Until you do...all the flavors melt into your mouth and the flavors of from the charcoal grilled salmon bring about a pleasant smoky flavors that enhances the natural flavors of the local salmon- but not fishy taste. This method leaves the salmon tasting more buttery than typical. Add some Miku sauce and it will melt in your mouth and leaveyou wanting to order another round. I am drooling as I write this....good luck just having one. Cheers! read more

One of my favorite sushi place in Vancouver. They are high end sushi place but the quality and the freshness of the sushi. Nothing compare to any other restaurant. So fresh so flavorful. Simple sushi but yet it's so much flavor. We ordered. 4 different kinds of sushi. Salmon sushi, oishi, red something forgot the name and some sake flight. And also oysters are so fresh.definitly worth it.. The service is very good and made Sure we doing good and our water is fill up I can't wait to visit Vancouver they have the best sushi restaurants there.. read more

Miku - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Way over-priced for mediocre sushi that is talked up by good salespeople. The price I paid was clearly for the ambience and the service; I've had better sushi at the grocery store. read more

Came in for lunch service - favorite sushi spot in Vancouver! Will def be stopping by again the next time I'm visiting. Service and food was amazing! read more

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Perfectly plated and delicious meal. The service was welcoming and effortless. Truly delightful experience.

Sushi that'll make you go woah, I loved it, came here right as they opened on a Saturday morning and we got seating outside on the patio. Amazing water views and good people watching . We ordered the garden select special and my friend got a chirasi tart. Everything was good , service was great and food was spectacular. read more

Miku - Garden select plate - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Came here for the $135 Miku Kaiseki menu. Pre-covid times Miku was such a hopping place and it took planning to make a reservation. Definitely not the case anymore as they only offered 2 seatings: 5pm and 8pm, but also some walk-ins as well. We arrived at 7:25pm hoping to be seated earlier and it was fine. Didn't have the expected level of service for dinner, took a while for the server to come by and he forgot what we ordered twice. This being Miku you would probably expect your server to be extremely proficient and knowledgeable but this was not the case. When asked about several sakes, we were told that one was....funky. Probably not the best way to sell a sake, as funky could mean anything from bad armpit funky, or fermented rice good kinda funky. Anyway, we did ask for a taste for both and decided to go with the "funky" one which I would describe as a more woodsy bamboo flavour and not too acidic and sweet. Definitely not funky. The food itself was good, but the timing was way off. We had to wait 10-15 min between each menu item which meant we sat there for 3 hours for the entire meal, and with a 8pm seating means you are not done until 11pm (and remember that alcohol cut off is now 10pm so you better anticipate what you want to pair your last few dishes with before the rude awakening!) The kaiseki set included: 1. Snow crab sunomono - good! 2. Ume Glazed Octopus - really delicious, think of it as a de-constructed salad 3. Akamiso duck breast - highlight of this was the tempeh! 4. Sashimi - good as always 5. Pan seared scallop - I felt like this didn't really fit in with the rest of the set - the miso was very faint, and more prominently corn chowder-ish 6. Surf and turf - the lobster tail was perfectly done, and even the carrots were amazing! 7. Miku signature sushi collection - always delicious! 8. Strawberry Basil tart - nice and tart; although I find the white peach sorbet a little too acidic. What I would do differently is probably order a la carte instead of the kaiseki - and focusing on what they are good at which is sashimi, and aburi. The set was a good way to try various options if you have never been to Miku before, however I really feel like it was not a good representation on their menu or the quality of the food. Skip the set and focus on the aburi! read more

Had the best dining experience at Miku! We got the Waterfront Kaiseki for 2 which was $88/person. So worth the price. The set menu came with 5 dishes that are surprisingly filling!!! Each dish was executed perfectly and took a total of almost 2.5 hours to finish. It was one of the best dinners I've had in a long time. Thank you Miku! read more

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Extraordinary food, attentive service and a beautiful place for a great meal. Have never had a poor experience and have given gift cards for Miku to others -- always a 'hit'! read more

We did the 150 Miku Kaiseki set menu and all the food is fantastic. The highlight for me personally is the A5 Miyazaki Wagyu Nigiri. One came with Uni on top, the other with Ikura. The Wagyu is simply spectacular. The next one that I truly enjoyed is the Pan Seared Hokkaido Scallop. It was cooked beautifully. We were seated at the patio overlooking the water. That added view enhanced the experience further. There was a heat lamp close by so it wasn't too cold to sit outside. The staff who brought us the food is extremely friendly and explained each dish with details. Overall, I recommend going to Miku and trying out their Kaiseki menu at least once or during special occasions. read more

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This was without question one of the best meals of my life. I've never experienced sushi with flavors and textures like this. Our service staff was knowledgeable and professional. They knew the menu and were able to answer questions with confidence and authority. Our views at our table of the harbor were beautiful as the sun was setting. Would eat here every time I come back to Vancouver! read more

Miku - Aburo sushi (square pieces) as well as traditional rolls - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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The first thing I must say is the view from Miku is AMAZING! I was able to sit by the window and get a great view of the water. The first dish we ordered was the Beef Carpaccio. It was so delicious and velvety, that when shared was quickly gone in a few minutes. All the aspects of the dish perfectly balanced out one another. We then ordered the Red Roll and the Surf and Turf Roll. I personally loved the Red Roll, it was on the more refreshing side while the Surf and Turf was more hefty in flavor. Which is to be expected as it did have beef on top. The Oshi is a must try! It consisted of two pieces of each of the three Oshi sushi: salmon, ebi, and saba. My personal favorite went in this ranking: salmon, saba, and then ebi last. This was the first time I've had any sort of sushi like this -- it was square, condensed, and honestly did not look like it had much flavor to offer. Oh how wrong I was! Each bite was so flavorful and definitely did not need anything such as soy sauce or wasabi. The dessert I chose was the Green Tea Opera and it was delicious! There was a sweet layer of crunch (I believe it is the hazelnut wafer) that perfectly contrasted the matcha buttercream and ice cream. Miku is definitely on the pricier side, but perfect for special occasions! read more

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Miku is a must-visit sushi spot in downtown Vancouver that every local knows about. After perusing the menu, I was skeptical as to the authenticity. But with all the hype, I knew this had to be as good as all get out. Our server was charming and handsome. He was pretty helpful and giving us space but offering suggestions, as well. I ordered a butterfly gin and tonic, which came out as a pretty fruity cocktail. We then ordered a few apps to start - the ebi fritters and the calamari. Everyone at the table wanted to try the Aburi Prime tasting, which came with 9 pieces of intricately plated chef special aburi nigiri. We also decided to order a final a la carte order of the salmon oshi aburi, per the recommendation of our server, to fill our stomachs and satisfy our palates one more time before dessert. The ebi fritters and calamari were fine. Nothing too mind blowing, but occupied our attention while waiting for our main course. And omg what came next was worth the wait. Each aburi was paired with a unique flavor profile - my favorites were the tuna with foie gras (Akami Maguro) and the wagyu beef with uni (A5 Japanese Wagyu), the two richest flavor combinations. The depth of flavor and intricacy in each piece was undeniable. DEFINITELY worth $55!!! We splurged on dessert because we're already in so deep, might as well go all the way. We ordered the Green Tea Opera Cake and some homemade Mango Lime sorbet. The sorbet was tart and a good palate cleanser. But the green tea opera? My god. The dessert was so delicately plated in a beautiful display. The cake itself was light and moist. No wonder it's one of the more popular desserts! Overall, Miku isn't your authentic sushi joint but an upscale and modern Japanese fusion restaurant that is worth every cent! read more

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Took my parents and my in laws for dinner for our last night in Vancouver, it was a pricey dinner but totally worth it. We got the summer kaisen kaiseki set. Overall in one sentence, "the flavors blew my mind and opened my palate to another layer of senses". The lobster tartare was really refreshing and was a great opener to the show. The zensai, kaisen, and sashimi came together in a very great presentation, and the flavors definatepy matched the presentation. The sashimi was not only fresh, but took us on a journey of seafood with the yellowtail which was flavorful and lean to the fatty tuna and ending with a crescendo of flavor with the sweet shrimp. The next layer consisted of clams and a soft boiled shrimp, which sounds simple but the cooking of the shrimp was evidently at the pinnacle of timing as one millisecond less would be raw and 1 millisecond more would be overcooked. The next dish was seared scallops which was infused with Smokey bacon and sweet pineapple which was like the shrimp cooked perfectly, tender on the inside and nearly crispy on the outside. The next course was entree 1, the sable fish. Akin to its predecessors the fish was very tender and it was extra flaky. What made this dish my favorite was the many many layers of flavors. The fish itself was covered in a tangy sweet sauce which was very decadent but light and each ingredient adds another texture. For example the cauliflower sauce made the fish extra creamy, and the hidden wasabi based base adds an extra kick. The second entree was the aburi sushi. The aburi sushi platter had a piece of miku roll and red wave roll. Salmon aburi layered sushi and finished off with a himachi sushi and fatty tuna. What stood out the most which really surprised me (in an addition to the fatty tuna) was the way how the slice of jalapeño worked so well with the smokey salmon sushi, simply brilliant. Not only was the Smokey ness just right, it was just intense enough to overpower the kick of the jalapeño, but still leave the sharpness of it in your mouth. Lastly, to finish it off dessert was amazing and brilliantly named "petit green tea opera"even though I'm not a big fan of green tea the symphony of green tea played a seamless ending to a great meal. read more

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Miku is at the top of my list of restaurant to try while I was on my trip to Vancouver. Having already been to their Toronto location, I had a fairly high expectation of the restaurant and my experience definitely lived up to the anticipation. We made a reservation for 4 a few days beforehand for Friday 11:30am lunch, as we know this place will be super busy, considering that it is a highly rated, high-end Japanese restaurant. The reservation process was easily done on OpenTable and they would send you an email to confirm the reservation. When we arrived, we were promptly led to our table by the hostess. Fortunately, we got a 6 person table for the 4 of us, so it was quite roomy to fit all of us, which was good since we planned on ordering a few items. The budget was definitely out the window this time! We ordered some drinks to start, which in terms of prices, the non-alcoholic drinks were quite reasonable at $5-6 each. Unfortunately, my friend who ordered the "mojito" found it too sour, despite the waitress recommended it as the sweetest drink on the list. For the main dishes, I got the Salmon Osho sushi, some a la cart nigiri sushi with Aburi ($0.25 extra to get them torched), and split a Salmon Chirashi tart with my friend. It took about 15-20mins for the food to arrive, since we ordered quite a lot of items and they were pretty much served together. The Salmon Osho was definitely my favourite as the salmon was so soft that it melted in my mouth and the cheese definitely added a great flavour. It was so good my other friends decided to order anther plate! For the a la cart nigiri sushi, they were already infused with soya sauce and wasabi, so no dipping is required. The high quality fish was definitely really fresh, tasted a little sweet, and definitely didn't feel fishy or watery at all. For dessert, we unanimously ordered the Green Tea Opera cake. The multi-layered cake was as good as I remembered, and the green tea ice cream on the side had a rich matcha taste. It's definitely a sweet way to end the meal. read more

Miku - Premium sushi lunch - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Highly overrated sushi restaurant. None of the dishes were memorable. The ratio of fish to rice is wrong. Feels like there is very little fish and it's covered with mayo... You can't enjoy the flavor of fish at all. Also, it tasted old. My guess is they prep everything in the morning and refrigerate... Not even close to an authentic sushi experience. The food looks great tho, but that is where it ends at. Food Quality : 0 stars Cost to quality: 1 star Service: 5 star Ambience/Restaurant Vibe: 5 star Cleanliness: 5 star Overall, I would not come back there and definitely would not recommend... read more

100% recommend! I was there for lunch. We had the Ebi Fritter appetizer, Premium lunch set, and Strawberry Basil Sorbet. The sorbet is my favorite dessert I've ever had!!! Absolutely delicious. The Premium lunch set gave us a chance to try a little of everything. My favorites were the Aburi Salmon Oshi, the Ebi Nigiri, and the Miku roll. Overall, a fun & delicious dining experience with excellent, friendly servers. read more