Very good experience. Love to go again with my family every month . love the experienceread more

Surpassed our expectations. Took the family everyone was beyond impressed. This was hands down one…read moreof our best experiences we had in Vancouver - service was exceptional - thank you ALEXIS for making it such a memorable experience. This is a must go folks. We especially liked the Calamari, Miku aburi signature, surf and turf roll, and MUST have the lamb chops!

As a Washington resident I did not know that the Vancouver Tendon Kohaku's menu was much smaller…read moreand the less formal vibe. I thought it was a nice change of scenery to be honest also I did miss some items I originally wanted and planned to try. There were some of the main dishes, like the bowls, and also mainly udon. The chicken karaage was extremely tender and fresh, you could tell because it was hot which was nice! The udon in both the curry and rose cream udon was very soft and tender as well, tender than what I usually have for udon. If you like your noodles al dante I don't think it'll quite fit your taste but I personally really enjoyed it! As for the taste the spicy rose cream udon tasted exactly like Buldak Ramen's Carbonara flavor, and everyone at my table agreed. The garlic bread was nice tho. To be completely honest staff and workers aren't very attentive, the restaurant wasn't full and I could see the workers standing around. Our table had to ask for water multiple times. Other than that however they're very kind.

Very nice inside this restaurant! Love the small cat decor…read more Food came in a timely manner, and the portion size was good. Tempura was fresh and crispy. Would skip on the ice cream next time, doesn't taste like hokkaido milk much. Service was friendly. You can self order on the kiosk next to every table.

Absolutely delicious!…read more Decided to give this place a try because of the variety they offered. Our party of 3 came on a weeknight and were seated immediately. Service was great even when they kept apologizing for being so busy. We each had a toro nigiri for $4 CAD a piece. Yum! The stars were the omurice, unagi stone bowl, and karaage. They were each perfect, we could not stop eating! We also had: tuna maki, salmon lover rolls, assorted sashimi, and gyoza. They were all good. Great place to eat with friends!

not quite up scale, but a bit nicer than a mid range sushi spot. Seating area was on the smaller…read moreside and bit tight quarters. servers were great, but the call service button was LOUD, and to be honest, with such a small seating space, it seems unnecessary and flagging someone down seems more efficient since you can see the entire seating area from any table. little bit disappointed with the lack of raw fish options on the menu, mostly seems to be like non raw fish options like scallop, shrimp, and crab. The raw fish options seem to be limited to salmon and tuna. which is fine, despite this, all the rolls we got were pretty delicious and well thought out. Super close to the hockey arena, so lots of folks seem to stop by before the game. All in all, it was pretty good. I will probably seek out a more traditional spot next time with more raw fish options though.

This restaurant was top on my list! I was so glad we came here after a long hike because we were…read morestarving. We tried the bbq pork, boiled chicken, and soy sauce chicken with their egg fried rice. The egg fried rice was perfection, I could taste the wok flavour and felt every granule of rice. My favourite of the proteins was the soy sauce chicken then the bbq pork. The boiled chicken had some ginger scallion sauce on top and it gave the tender chicken some flavour. However, I felt that there could've been more flavour. The servers were nice and accessible. They gave us a side of chili oil that tasted great. I would definitely come back!

Great Chinese bbq right in the heart of Chinatown, get there early as there's not alot of seats,…read morehowever you are give the choice for companion seating with guests. We got the four treasure to allow us to try different meats, chicken was very flavorful, but that crispy pork was so good with a nice crunch from the skin. The broccoli was the veggie of choice and did not disappoint, that garlic on the top was so good. Great Lunch!!!!

I went here for a special occasion dinner. Reservations are highly recommended because they are…read morevery small - 12 diners per sitting and 2 sittings per night. I made reservations about 4 months in advance. Upon arrival, one of the hostesses opened the door for us, and asked us to wait in a very ornate waiting area. We only waited a couple of minutes before another hostess seated us at the main seating area. The space is very dark, and only lit with candles while the rest of the diners trickled in. During that time they take drink orders, which is limited to sake, wine, beer and a few non-alcoholic drinks. Of note, they don't provide a drink menu, so we were a little surprised by the cost - the yuzu sake and the plum wine were $30 each. My non-alcoholic drink was $12, but a fair size. The theatrical portion started a few minutes later than the official start time - closer to 6pm. The shades lifted, the lights turned on, and the chefs introduced themselves. And from that moment on, they immediately went to work preparing our meal. They operate like clockwork to show the ingredients whole to the diners, and then preparing them, and serving them. Soon as the one dish was completed by all the diners, the next round came shortly after. Over 20+ dishes, there was very little wait time in between each. Each time a dish was served, a hostess was there to describe the dish and provided tips on how best to eat it. The food was overall was very good. I thought a few items were very average, most of them were very good, and a select few were truly outstanding. Most of the ingredients are imported from Japan, so I would imagine that it's part of the reason it's so expensive. This is definitely a splurge meal. I think half the diners at our sitting was celebrating a birthday. On the most part, the food is very good, watching the chefs at work is part of the entertainment, and the service is excellent. It's not some place I could afford to go to often, but glad to do it at least this one time.

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.

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).

Service was great, food was great, ambience was great…read more Brussel sprouts- tasty and unique Salmon tartare- ended up being my favorite dish of the night. Very flavorful Tuna tartare- not as flavorful but melts in your mouth American Wagyu- also good

We came for dinner and we were seated quickly. The restaurant is small and was almost a full house…read more Our server was super friendly, attentive and explained the menu to us since it was our first time. The portions are large, hot and if you order spicy level 3, it will be caliente We ordered the following noodles bowls: A09 Vegetable Soup Noodles CA $14.95 with a side of soft boiled egg CA $3.00 Spice level 3 A01 Signature Taiwanese Beef Noodle CA $18.95 Spice level 2 I learned that peppercorn makes your tongue feel kinda numb and is suppose to add to the spiciness. We had a great dinner and the noodles were super tasty. I was so full!

This may be the most authentic Chinese food I have ever had. My wife, who comes from NYC with an…read morearray of great Chinese places) agreed. Her chicken chow mein and my sweet & sour chicken were really delicious. We highly recommend this place.

I came here for an early dinner on a Friday evening. I strategically planned it that I would arrive…read morefor dinner during their happy hour. Food: Jumbo Mac & Cheese - This was pretty good! I'm not sure if I would say it was "jumbo" but delicious nonetheless. Parmesan Truffles Fries - The fries were standard, as was the aioli it came with. Organic Beet + Arugula Salad - This was a happy hour portion. It was a good salad, but I wish it came on a bigger plate for easier eating. Service: Service was friendly and quick. The food came out of the kitchen pretty quickly. I was asked more than once if I wanted a drink since it was happy hour which was a little awkward but not too bad! TL;DR - Good happy hour deals with quick service

I stopped into Flying Pig Yaletown after my friend Tony recommended it a few years back…read more I liked the decor of the place and the playlist - although Tony thought the rock music was a little loud. Actually I thought the volume was fine (he is a great guy but can be a little sensitive sometimes). The food and service were excellent, really a treat for all of the senses. I got the burger and fries with a draft beer, really hit after a long by day of travel.

Even better the first time I came :) Chicken breast Katsu 5…read morestars Service amazing. Waitress kind and beautiful

A really good tonkatsu place to try at Vancouver. Considering there are multiple locations, I was…read moresurprised at the high quality of the Katsu. We got the Rosu Katsu and Tokujyo Rosu Katsu. All have good coating and fried nicely. The Tokujyo does run a bit on the fatty side. Get the Rosu for a leaner cut. All the rice and salad are free refill. I got a green tea and that is also free refill on the hot water. I was able to convert that into a cold refreshing green tea by asking for a cup of ice. Great service, excellent food, and great ambiance.

Takenaka was probably the best meal I've had in Vancouver. Talk about authentic Japanese food!…read moreEverything was super fresh and perfectly curated to blow your taste buds. Everyone working here is Japanese and the service is top notch. 10/10 would recommend.

Beautiful atmosphere and professional service. The food and drinks were good, but with uni in the…read morerestaurant's name and all over the menu, that part was a letdown. Maybe I'm spoiled from years of uni nigiri from Sushi Bar Kilala (iykyk), but I was disappointed that the uni at Takenaka was small and often a background note rather than the star. Uni Colada cocktail: white rum, fino, montenegro, coconut, uni mango foam, chili - refreshing, tropical drink with a smooth foam top. It's a pricey cocktail because there's uni, but you don't taste much of it. The mango and chili are stronger. It's a nice drink, but not $17 nice. Uni and Beef Yuk-hoe: seared beef, green onion, quail egg, garlic chips, stem wasabi, uni, seaweed - delicious! However, I felt like the uni may as well not have been there. I had a piece on its own and it had a lovely buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture. However, it was quite mellow (uni usually pops with briny, umami notes). Then I had the other piece with everything else and it got overshadowed by the beef. Uni California DIY hand roll: crab meat, uni sauce, roll-it-yourself seaweed wrap - it's smart to make this a DIY experience because the seaweed remains crisp. The mini soy sauce syringes on the side are cute too. I don't like using a lot of soy with my sushi, so it was great to control the amount. There didn't appear to be any uni sauce inside the hand roll...maybe it was used to marinate components? Even then, the flavours that come through are the sweetness of the crab and salty pop of fish roe (tobiko, I think). Truffle Egg DIY hand roll: truffle flavoured egg omelette, roll-it-yourself seaweed wrap - it's like all the luxury ingredients they highlight on their menu are less prevalent. The egg omelette was tasty, but I would never guess there was truffle incorporated. I want to reiterate that all the food was good and I enjoyed it! I just don't feel like I can rate higher when the uni didn't shine.