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    Alley 16

    4.6 (19 reviews)
    Open 12:30 pm - 10:30 PM

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    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Ly W.

    We had a great experience dining here - the service was impressive. Our server was attentive throughout the meal, making sure our cups were always topped off and walking us through how to cook the meats we ordered. They also checked up on us regularly. We went with the meat set for two and added two veggie dishes, one pork dish, and the beef tendon rice. There are also seafood and wagyu options on the menu. In hindsight, it was quite a bit of food for just the two of us. This place is definitely ideal for a larger group where you can sample more of what they offer. Some meat sets were for 2-4 people but looking at other tables that ordered it, it was definitely a large portion and too much for just the 2 of us. The quality of the meat was solid, though nothing particularly blew us away. If you're dining with people who enjoy seafood, there are a few more set options available. I personally can't eat some seafood, which limited what we could share as a duo. Dinner came to around $200 for two, which is fair considering the portions and interactive experience. I'd recommend checking this place out (especially with a group) so you can try a wider range of dishes.

    Steak

    The steaks here are genuinely excellent, rich, tender, and full of flavor. Each serving is generous and feel special from the start. The price point is definitely on the expensive side, but considering this is a Wagyu beef restaurant, it is completely expected and justified. You are paying for premium quality, and it shows in every bite. The service is also amazing: attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly without being intrusive. Waiting time is not the fastest, especially during peak hours, but it is reasonable and understandable. Overall, the experience feels luxurious, satisfying, and well worth visiting.

    Mackerel

    Yakiniku anyone? Ally 16 , a trendy yakiniku restaurant on Cambie that serves high quality meat. Meat cuts are labeled and cooking instructions placed beside your own grill. If you still have questions, the friendly staff are there to help you. Will be back.

    Holy Cow
    Danny Z.

    Our party of 7 had 2 sets of "Holy Cow", a portion of pork belly, shiso chicken and extra beef tongues for around 50$ per person, and it was just enough to feel full. The meat is something you can find in most decent BBQ joints; not too fancy, but also not bad in quality.

    Maya Mayuko T.

    I found this place by accident. We were looking for parking, driving around the Cambie Street area, and the restaurant caught our eye. We decided to have dinner at this restaurant This is a Japanese-style BBQ restaurant. I have seen this style of restaurant in Japan. They have their own BBQ grills in front of you, and you cook the meat yourself. It is fun and also very clean. What I ordered: Personal Set 松 - We enjoyed sample portion of each item Short Rib (Angus) Rib Finger (AAA), Pork Belly, Chicken Thigh , Chicken Cartilage , Seaweed Salad, Neritic Squid, Mushroom, Zucchini. There's not much to talk about regarding these items. I enjoyed the samples; however, some of the meats are a bit chewy. I hope they could be a bit more tender, especially the short rib. Holy Cow - Beef Tongue (Angus) I like it , very tender. B/L Short Rib (Angus) - just ok, Flank Steak (SRF) - one of the favorite, tender, Outside Skirt (SRF) Solid meat, ok Chuck Flap (SRF) - OK Rib Finger (AAA) - OK, New York Striploin (AAA) - hope it could be a bit more tender Ribeye Steak (AAA) - The best. Very good, tender. This item was ordered by many customers. I think it is very reasonable and nice to try each sample meats. Portion is very good, too. But, after I had this item, I decide that I will definitely order Wagyu menu next time. Wagyu oil rice - It's super delicious. I really love the flakes of Wagyu and the garlic-flavored oil. It definitely complements the BBQ beef.I asked the staff if they sell this item individually in a jar. Unfortunately, they don't sell it. Hopefully, they will offer this item in the future for the takeout menu! We have ORION Beer(from OKINAWA ) Tip: On the way out of this restaurant, near the door, they have a machine that takes all the smoke odor away from your clothing. It was an amazing machine. Overall, This place is a good choice for friends or family gatherings. If someone has never tried Japanese-style BBQ grill, I would recommend this place.

    ice cream with plum wine

    We wandered in from the cold and found a delightful paradise of wagyu beef and personable staff. Sebastian thank you for being a wonderful server.

    UNI-SCALLOP and CRAB PASTE SCALLOP
    Ricky C.

    Very high quality Japanese BBQ! The only other place I can compare with is Gyu Kaku, but the ingredients at Alley 16 is much higher quality and its also pricier as well to reflect that. We were recommended the Super Holy Cow to try a bit of everything on the beef cuts. I would also recommend to fill up on their hot plate dishes to be full if your still hungry afterwards. All the rice dishes were very delicious and generous in portions, but my favourite was their Ginger Barbecue pork rice dish and the wagyu oil rice was great to have alongside with the beef cuts. Another stand out dish to me was their Uni- Scallop and Crab Paste scallop. Their scallops are huge and the quality of the uni was amazing! I was very pleased with all the dishes we were served.

    Personal grill
    Jason F.

    A bit on the pricey side for BBQ restaurants but the food was delicious and very good service. There is a large variety of meats and platters to choose from. We ordered the Holy Cow platter which had different cuts of beef, as well as pork jowl and Hokkaido scallop miso soup. Yum yum yum! We shall return.

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    Great experience. Cozy enviroment, excellent service, delicious food. A little expensive,but worthy.

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    Morally tasty food and great environment. Servers are friendly. Portion is a bit small

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    Chinatown BBQ - Duck

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    4.4(413 reviews)
    2.8 kmChinatown
    $$

    A Gastronomic Awakening in Chinatown! You don't truly know…read moreuntil you go--and now that I've been, I'm haunted. As I write this, I am literally still dreaming of the Hong Kong Style BBQ Pork. It didn't just "eat" well; it dissolved into a decadent, sweet, fatty puddle of pure bliss. Walking in, the vibe is quintessential Chinatown: a bustling counter, a glass case showcasing glistening roasted treasures, and a seating area that trades fancy decor for pure, functional authenticity. We were clearly out of our element, probably looking like deer in headlights, but the staff met our confusion with warm smiles. Then came Bobby--the absolute heart and soul of this place. We walked in expecting the standard American-Chinese routine, but Bobby whisked us away to a cozy table and treated us like family. He started us off with a fragrant jasmine tea so naturally sweet and floral it didn't need a grain of sugar--perfect for a biting winter night. While we flirted with the Happy Hour menu, Bobby took the reins. You don't say no to a man with that much charisma and passion! On his expert recommendation, we pivoted to the Two-Meat Combo (BBQ Pork + Soy Chicken) with a side of their famous Roast Duck. The food arrived in a lightning-fast 10 minutes, but the real treat was Bobby's play-by-play on how each dish was prepared. You can taste the pride in every bite. The balance was masterclass: a symphony of sweet, salty, and umami. The meats were succulent, the skins were shattery-crisp, and the glazes were perfectly sticky. The undisputed heavyweight champion, however, was that Hong Kong BBQ Pork. Imagine the best "burnt ends" of your life, drenched in a caramelized, mouth-watering sauce that demands your full attention. We left Chinatown BBQ feeling more than just sated--we felt enlightened. If you're looking for a "one in a million" meal, let Bobby order for you. You won't regret it.

    Unbelievable. Came here on a whim. Not a huge menu, but…read morestraight to the point. The noodle soup was bland and boring. Should've stuck with rice. The char siu and soy sauce chicken were both cooked perfectly, moist and flavorful. The green scallion sauce was not necessary but it was still delicious ! Would've been great over rice. The extra fatty char siu the server gave me to try was over the top! Perhaps the best char siu I've had to date. My server, Bobby? Did a fantastic job and was very informative and I can tell he really likes what he does thru his enthusiasm

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    General Atmosphere

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    Homura Yakiniku

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    4.4(24 reviews)
    1.1 kmFairview Slopes

    I came here for my birthday lunch with my wife - they offer a free birthday lunch set! It was a…read moregreat experience and a great deal. Even without the free lunch set they are super great deals with most lunch sets $20 or less. I ordered a beef toro, pork and chicken lunch combo. It was a lot of food! The lunch set comes with salad, soup, side garnishes, rice, and the three meats. I love that they clearly label each meat. The sauce was delicious and the meats generally pretty good. I loved the toro - very fatty the way I like it and cooks quickly. The chicken was very delicious and juicy just takes much longer to cook of course. The pork was only OK. It wasn't the fatty one and kind of dry. My wife loved her udon and also we got a steamed salmon. You grill it in a closed container and it was good, the salmon goes well with the ginger. Also got a green tea mochi dessert and they stick a birthday candle sparkler thing on it. Fun and good! Ordering is super easy via an iPad like thing and they are pretty helpful. Love to come back!

    Highly recommended for birthdays celebrations -- they offer a free meal set of either bbq or…read morenon-bbq combo for the birthday person. This is also a good place for lunch or happy hour from 2-5pm. Service is excellent and Andy was very helpful with recommendations. I liked their modern and clean environment, cozy ambiance with comfortable booths. Meat was fresh and our combo set came with a salad, rice and soup - a nice balance of veggies, carbs and proteins. This place doesn't offer free parking and the parking fees are of Vancouver standard at around $14 for 2 hours. You can purchase parking time by minutes so perhaps you can park for 1.5 hours and cap it at around $10.50. They offer very good quality beef but no lamb options here. I really enjoyed that they offer hot umecha and dessert pairing of vanilla ice cream with rose or plum sake. Refreshing finish to the pleasant dining experience at Homura!

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    Homura Yakiniku - Tofu sesame salad (contains nuts), takoyaki, seaweed soup and shimeji mushrooms included in dineout

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    Rosie's BBQ and Smokehouse - Trio platter of ribs, double brisket, French fries, corn bread, and Mac n cheese for $68

    Rosie's BBQ and Smokehouse

    3.7(7 reviews)
    2.0 kmYaletown, Downtown

    Tasty but pretty expensive food truck. Came across this in Port Moody by Rocky Point Park…read more They only really have a few items. Of course everyone goes for the brisket. I must say it was nice and juicy. With that said, wow it's pricy. The "Vancouver's Best Cornbread" is a pretty tall claim, but this place delivers. The cornbread is suprisingly moist and sweet. Of course, try not to think about the ingredients. Definitely worth trying. Pretty solid food if one has deep enough pockets. Recommended.

    Pretty good for Canada. The bar for Texas, Carolina or really any US regional style BBQ is pretty…read morelow in British Columbia. Maybe it's better in the prairies but here I've find it hard to find either beef or pork cooked right with most it either being dry, unseasoned or undersmoked. The big plus for Rosie's is they actually seem to know how to cook brisket using fatty cuts and smoking it long enough to breakdown the connective tissue without it getting mushy. It could have been smoked even longer but it was probably the best I've had in BC. They don't have burnt ends and at least the server I dealt with didn't seem to know what they are. They at least know you never serve Texas BBQ with sauce on it. It's expensive for BBQ which seems to be standard in Canada with 18 dollars for just 1/2 a pound but it's good enough I'll pay it. They didn't ask if I wanted lean or fatty which is traditional in BBQ joints. I found the pulled pork to not be as good. It didn't have the flavour or moistness that I expect especially compared to the South Carolina pulled pork that I prefer and eat when visiting family there. Also it looks more chopped than pulled. If that is Vancouver's best cornbread I'm guessing the bar for cornbread is pretty low too. It's too sweet. Cornbread is a savory dish. The moistness was good. This would be bog standard Q in Austin or Charleston but for Vancouver it's very very good.

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    Rosie's BBQ and Smokehouse - Menu board~ (July 2025)

    Menu board~ (July 2025)

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    Vancouver's best cornbread~

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