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    Sushi Maro

    3.4 (106 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:30 pm

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    Rainbow roll, salmon maki, dynamite roll
    Victoria, Vika M.

    This is some of the most over priced and mediocre sushi I've ever had. Consistency of the California roll inside crab mix was weird. A couple was arguing in the restaurant, and a random old man wearing a fedora falling asleep in the corner with the waitress half yelling at him to see if he was okay. Sunomono was good but super overpriced and tiny portion.

    Suzan L.

    Maybe my expectations were too high, but I was expecting a lot from their Vento Box, considering it clocked in at a solid $27. Unfortunately for the price, it's not worth it. It tasted pretty average. I think they use some kind of carrot lox to sub smoked salmon, which is pretty cool. That's probably by the box is so expensive however. It kind of tasted "fishy" to me, but I wasn't blown away or anything... it just wasn't that creative. The mochi was probably the best part of the box. I didn't really expect it but -- damn. All in all, I probably wouldn't return to this place. Maybe try it out for the vegan options if you're curious.

    Miso soup
    Matt B.

    Expansive vegan menu with creative options, but middle-of-the-road quality and overpriced. I ordered to go their TOY Vento Box combination from the vegan menu for a whopping $27 (plus tax), so I was expecting a generous portion of food. The box came with a Philly smoked "salmon" roll, which has avocado, cucumber, "crab" cake, and vegan salmon lox; miso soup; 6 pc of veggie tempura; 3 pc of different Nigiri (Inari, avocado, and vegan salmon); seaweed salad; and mochi (dessert). The miso and salad were standard, with the latter being a rather measly portion of seaweed on top of iceberg lettuce. The tempura was very solid, coming with a nice mix of vegetables (including broccoli and green bean). The sushi was odd -- certainly creative. The Philly roll I wasn't totally sold on -- wasn't a huge fan of the vegan crab cake or vegan smoked lox -- but it was decent. The mochi was gelatinous, with a tasty sweet red bean paste filling. Overall, tasty enough and certainly creative, but I wasn't all that impressed with anything I got and don't think it's good value for money. There are better sushi places out there, including for creative vegan sushi.

    Atlantic salmon Don and miso soup
    Mika C.

    Very friendly service, clean, and most importantly, fresh fish. The rice was a little dry and the miso could've had more tofu + seaweed, but otherwise a great spot in Yaletown.

    Spicy Lobster Rolls
    Sandy Y.

    Happy Friday! Let the long weekend begin! Spicy Lobster Rolls Lobster tempura with tobiko on top of spicy tuna. The ingredients were fresh. Fabulous sushi! Pork Okonomiyaki It is a Japanese savory pancake which contains cabbage and pork. Sushi Maro is located next to Yaletown-Roundhouse Station under the Canada Line of Metro Vancouver's Skytrain. It is located at 101-1168 Mainland Street, Vancouver BC. Food: 3/5 Can Try! Service: ‍‍‍‍4/5 Kids: 2/5 Meh! Price: $50-$100 for two (dinner) Presentation: 2/5 Parking: Paid street parking Tips: *can accommodate for large group (10+). *has lots of selection for vegetarians. *can choose patio seats in the warmer weather. *adds extra for brown rice. *goes early to find a parking spot. It can get pretty busy in the evening especially on the weekend. Would I Return: Maybe

    Parnian R.

    I've been ordering from sushi maro recently very often. I stopped for a while because I thought the quality went down but it has become my favourite sushi place again. I'd say there are inconsistencies sometimes with their sushi but most of the time it's pretty good (for the price) For my personal taste, their raw fish sometimes smells and I wouldn't order sashimi from here. But for cooked food or aburi sushi this place is a very good choice. I hope they can improve the quality of their raw fish as well, I think they might keep the fish for too long or not with the right temperature and that's why it's not the best. So depending on what you order, sushi maro can be very good and I recommend you try it!

    Absolutely disgusted ordered take out and not only did it take super long but to my surprise the chicken was raw on both chicken teriyaki bowls! Sadly I ate a couple pieces before noticing and now I am so sick! Disgusting and super unsafe of this restaurant to send out food under cooked especially chicken.

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    Daniela D.

    Today We have received the sushi like we always do. Perfect and on time ! It was delicious and well served. We are very happy and we Will continue getting it from here. Thank you for the service.

    Sushi Salmon roll, Negitoro Maki, Avocado Mango Roll

    Cheap and cheerful sushi place! I am always satisfied with my meal here and the reciept that follows! The spicy salmon is the best!! Must try!!

    Zheng Yi O.

    You pay for the location (100+$ for 2). The sushi was run of the mill. Not sure why they were being so extra with the dry ice situation with the sashimi We got the aburi set, 3 pieces assorted sashimi, and a summer side roll. Also got unagi and tobiko with quail egg nigiri (1 piece each).

    Salad and miso - the lettuce dressing is pretty good!
    Guerric H.

    My favourite thing about Sushi Maro is that it's decent food at a decent price in Yaletown, which is hard enough to find! But the sushi I had was really just decent; I got the Roll Combo B, so there were avocado, tuna, and salmon maki rolls, and while the quantity was good for the price (18 pieces total), none of them really had great flavour or texture. I feel like they also skimped on the ginger - I love ginger at sushi places, so I'm always wanting more, but this still felt like less than average. The appetizers were miso soup - pretty standard - and an iceberg lettuce salad, which had a surprisingly nice dressing but is still ultimately iceberg lettuce. There was tea, too, which was also pretty good. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and the space itself was nice! No complaints there; it's just a shame the food tasted a little bland, though I'd still go back if someone else wanted sushi and I wanted affordable food.

    I wouldn't recommend this sushi place, save your money and time, and go somewhere else. Walked in today and ordered. Upon arriving, the waitress was super friendly and sat us right away. There was only 1 other group in the restaurant as we arrived at 1130 am. Refreshments and the menu arrived immediately, which was great. I usually order the same thing at most sushi restaurants, so upon sitting, I asked for a miso soup and a tako sunomono to start while we looked through the menu. The waitress came back about 5 minutes later to ask what we would like for the rest of our meal. We ordered a summertime roll $18 a 6 piece tuna sashimi $13 yam tempura roll $5.5 Unagi Roll $8 Spider roll soft crab $12 Avacado Roll $5.75 and restated that we have already ordered the Tako Sunomono $7 and Miso soup $3. I've stated the prices to help you judge the cost of the establishment. It's not the most expensive place for sure but it's definitely more expensive than the average. After waiting about 10 minutes, the miso arrives and about 5 minutes after the Tako arrives. Oddly, I was thinking to myself why it would take so long for these items as there's a staff of 5 in the kitchen and only one other table seated. Patiently waiting nearly 30 minutes is when the waitress comes to refill my water and I had to ask what's taking so long as we've nearly waited 30 minutes for our order and she stated she would go check on it. After a minute, she came back very apologetic and stated that the order was never received and there's something wrong with the system, but they would put a rush on it right away. About 5 minutes after that, the sashimi arrived, and the rest of the food came. The food itself was sab par. Sashimi was fine, but the rolls not so much. I have been eating sushi for over 25 years, so I can definitely distinguish between quality and not. The sushi rice was cold and hard. Tasted old, as if it was reused from the previous day. Given that we were one of the first to arrive for the lunch menu, one would expect nothing but the freshest right. Wrong. The waitress brought Tempura sushi, and we said we ordered a tempura roll, so she immediately took it back and remade it. The order returned, and it was cold. Tempura rolls are normally warm as the tempura comes right off the deep fryer. The summertime roll was average given the cost and there was a shell in one of the pieces. The soft shell crab and unagi roll were tasteless as the amount of meat in each was miniscule. I'm not one to complain, I usually just won't return if I don't like a place. I complained to my girlfriend and when the waitress came back, my girlfriend told her that there wasn't much softshell crab in the sushi and her response was aww not much meat ok OK.. lol, zero lack of care. The spider roll was all batter. There was no soft shell crab. We asked for the bill and thought perhaps they would have tried to correct some of their mistakes by removing something off the bill, but nope, just apologies. Paid $75 for 2 of us and left. So do yourself a favor and go to sushi Ki Isu Japanese Restaurant just 2 minutes walk or sushi mugen. I've been to both, both are competitively priced but far superior in quality. I've added 2 pictures to show how little the crab portion of my twelve dollar spider roll was.

    Issabelle F.

    I was genuinely a bit surprised at all the mediocre reviews. I personally had a pretty great experience at Sushi Maro. I was looking to kill some time while waiting for my mom and realized that at 4 PM, I hadn't had lunch. So I walked into Sushi Maro and grabbed a table for myself. I sat myself at a table in the corner and my server brought over water and tea right away. They have a good selection of the regular basic rolls and also have a chef's specials list. I decided to go for one of the regular rolls: deep fried california roll and one chef's special rolls: Hawaii roll (salmon, avocado, mango, cream cheese, spicy mayo). Not even 5 minutes after I ordered, my rolls were brought out to me. Both were tasty and quickly eaten - good signs of a good dish. My server was welcoming, quick, and very excited to chat with me. Compared to other sushi restaurants in Yaletown, Sushi Maro is definitely on the cheaper end and still pretty good quality. Will be back.

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    4.4(1.3k reviews)
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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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    Bamboo divider along community table

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    Miku

    Miku

    4.4(2.6k reviews)
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    I've been to Miku several times, and today I finally decided to write a proper review. First, I…read morewant to praise the service. Every time I come, I can feel the professionalism and attentiveness of the staff. From seating to ordering, and then to the care during the meal, everything is done with great finesse, making me feel comfortable and at ease. The unique politeness and meticulousness of Japanese service are naturally reflected here. The food is also a reason I want to come back. Whether it's the freshness of the ingredients, the presentation, or the taste, you can feel the attention to detail. Japanese cuisine emphasizes the quality of the ingredients themselves, and Miku presents this refinement beautifully. Every dish is pleasing to the eye and has a layered flavor. I also love the ambiance. The overall design is simple, elegant, and has a very comfortable Japanese aesthetic. The lighting, seating, and spatial layout all create a relaxing atmosphere without feeling overly decorated; instead, they have a high-quality feel. As for the atmosphere, I think it's what makes this place so special. Elegant and quiet, yet not too formal, it's suitable for dates or enjoying a good meal with friends. Sitting there slowly eating and chatting makes the whole dining experience particularly comfortable. After several visits, I still feel that Miku is a restaurant worth returning to again and again. It's not just because of any one dish, but because the service, cuisine, environment, and atmosphere combine to create a very pleasant experience every time I come.

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    Guu with Garlic - Fish carpaccio

    Guu with Garlic

    4.3(1.1k reviews)
    1.9 kmWest End
    $$

    Guu with Garlic has become one of my favorite Japanese restaurants in Vancouver. It's an energetic…read moreizakaya with a fun atmosphere without feeling over the top. One of the best parts is the ever-changing menu of daily specials alongside the regular menu, so there's always something new to try while still coming back to your favorites. This visit we ordered the shrimp garlic fried rice, Agedashi Nasu, Grilled Squid with Garlic Mayo, and an assortment of sashimi. The shrimp garlic fried rice is an absolute must every time. It's packed with flavor, perfectly seasoned, and somehow manages to be comforting without feeling too heavy. It is a large dish and can easily be shared by 3-4, depending on what else you order. We also love the Agedashi Nasu here with melt-in-your-mouth eggplant wrapped in a light, delicate coating that soaks up the savory broth. Service is always quick and organized, even when the restaurant is busy. Dishes arrive as they're ready, making it easy to share everything around the table, which is exactly how an izakaya experience should feel. If it's your first visit, don't skip the shrimp garlic fried rice, and make sure to check out the daily specials before ordering. They often feature seasonal dishes that aren't available on the regular menu and are well worth trying.

    Maybe it's an American thing to linger and enjoy a dining experience. To stay longer than needed to…read moresoak up the ambiance and give a good moment some extra time for memories. But in other parts of the world the meal is what's important and so is a quick turn around. Guu with Garlic reminded me a lot of the Izakaya restaurants I found under the train lines of Tokyo in many ways, including the amount of time it felt right to stay. The food came out quick, the servers took orders quicker, and the alcohol came out chilled and as nice contrast to the hot food. Looking around and you see the hand written menu on blackboard surfaces on the walls and this feeling of authenticity. The heat of the flames from the kitchen can be felt and seen if you sit at the bar. And the flavors just hit all the right notes. Starting with appetizers, a section izakayas shine at, the first dish we got was their scallop and mayo pizza. With a crispy crunch on the bottom and crust, this reminds you of the flavors of a baked volcano roll or scallop roll you can find in almost any North American sushi restaurant. Just like that dish, it's important to eat it while it's still hot so it doesn't get gross and 느끼 에. Then came the yellowtail tuna "tempura" pieces. Thick pieces of yellowtail tuna flash fried for just the right crisp on the outside with slight pink of the fish inside. It is meaty without being oily or fatty. Great bite. The beef tongue after was interesting. From the color of the sauce it accompanies it you would think it would be heavy in flavor but it is actually light and citrusy. A good cut into the richer tones of the beef tongue. The yaki udon was one of the best I ever had. It was smokey without being overpowering. The beef was thin and tender and balanced well with the mushrooms it also came with. The udon noodles stayed bouncy and chewy which I didn't expect from being grilled. Very tasty and highly recommend this dish. For our final bite we shared a hot stone bowl of their pork and cabbage rice. With the hot stone bowl constantly cooking even after this dish arrived it was imperative to stir the ingredients together constantly for the first two minutes. It allowed for the runny egg to meld with the rice and the crispy texture of some ingredients was a nice bonus. All in all, I loved eating here and if my appetite was bigger I would've tried more on their menu. A solid place to eat with a great atmosphere, if you're looking for delicious food that won't take too much of your time but still lingers in your memories you have to check out Guu with Garlic.

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    Same decor as 20+yrs ago when this was our go-to place for drinks & snacks!!

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    Tendon Kohaku - EBI TENDON

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    4.3(217 reviews)
    0.7 kmDowntown, Granville Entertainment District
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    Very clean and zen restaurant when we went there early around 11am on a weekday for a quick bite…read morebefore heading to airport ; We had spicy beef udon, takoyaki and salmon handroll; they were all good; wish we had bigger appetite and longer stay to try more items on the menu ; Friendly service too :)

    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.

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    Okeya Kyujiro

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    4.8(44 reviews)
    0.2 kmYaletown, Downtown

    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.

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    Inside the waiting area before being taken to your seat.

    Okeya Kyujiro - Lychee jelly w/ brown sugar syrup, ginger icecream monaka, crown melon + japanese orange

    Lychee jelly w/ brown sugar syrup, ginger icecream monaka, crown melon + japanese orange

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    Guu Original Thurlow - Pumpkin croquette

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    4.1(841 reviews)
    1.0 kmDowntown, West End
    $$

    Found this little Izakaya spot while visiting Vancouver and it was such a great experience. It's as…read moreauthentic as it gets and reminds me a lot of Japan when I visited in 2025. This place gets busy, so I highly recommend reserving a table online (via OpenTable) but we did show up early to see if there was walk-in seating available. Luckily, we did get the last 2 seats at the bar. The staff are so friendly and cheery. They greet customers that come in and thank every customer when they leave. People who haven't been to an izakaya may think it's loud and noisy, but the point of izakayas is they're supposed to be vibrant, high energy, and filled with cheerful chatter. Think of a tapas-style pub/bar for people to unwind and gather to chat after a long day at work. I loved the atmosphere, as it's casual, entertaining, and lively. The food was great and I couldn't think of a dish I didn't like. The sashimi were so fresh and high quality. Of course they use freshly grated wasabi too. The hanger steak was cooked perfectly and super tender and flavorful. The saba mackerel is grilled to perfection and reminds me of the ones I ate in Japan. I'm not a big fan of bonito but the yaki udon was so tasty, I still ate it with the bonito flakes on top! I would love to come back or go to their Toronto (closer to me) location next!

    Great izakaya experience in Vancouver. The ambiance is fun and lively with quick service. In…read moreaddition to the usual menu items there are daily specials. My favorite dish was the yaki udon!

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