This food was delicious! There were multiple vegan options that were bursting in flavor and…read morefilling! We got the mushroom risotto (so unique), the vegetarian bao bun, and the vegetarian lettuce wraps (make sure to ask for vegan so they can sub the non-vegan sauce). The only con was that the restaurant itself was small and can only take a few parties at a time. We got lucky and took the 6 remaining seats at the bar, but be prepared to wait if you're a bigger party. That said, the staff and bartender were very nice and service time was fairly normal. Would recommend!

Great service and cozy interior…read more Food wise it's just your average Asian food but made "upscale". Maybe it's cause I am Asian but I've definitely had better and cheaper versions of most of these dishes. Galbi was the most disappointing especially for the price. Cocktails all hit!

A beautiful awesome day amazing people of the world. We are in Banff, Alberta, Canada and we're at…read moreShoku Izakaya for a proper lunch sesh with the boys. Lets get to the food shall we * Karaage - Texture is on point. Crisp is nice and light. Lemon compliments the chicken pieces. 8.7/10   * Takoyaki - The temperature is super correct. It has to be below molten lava levels. The flavors are good to go. 9/10   * Shoyu Ramen (Ramen of the Day) - let's get the egg out of the way. Its a little overdone. But the whole this is really good. Noodles are bouncy, pork is tender and the broth is on point. 8.6/10 The setting is very nice. Service is on point and I would definitely recommend this spot if you're ever in Banff, Canada. Let me know in the comments below. Hit that follow for more food and travel adventures by yours truly. Share this review with a smash mode buddy and thank you so much for reading my review. I love you Mwah!

I was excited to try Shoku Izakaya after a waitress recommended this spot to us from when we were…read moredining at Sky Bistro the day prior. The place was pretty busy when we arrived for dinner. Things we tried: - Agedashi Tofu: fried tofu with a warm dashi. It was light and the dashi had nice flavor. (3.5/5 stars) - Karaage Chicken: the chicken was tender and well-seasoned. (3.5/5 stars) - Edamame: the edamame arrived at the end of our meal which was odd. It was also not cooked well and tasted like it could have been frozen and then warmed up. Disappointing. (1/5 stars) - Shoku Roll: the roll was pretty good with the salmon on top and negitoro inside. I wish they used less of the sauce and mayo on top or put it on the side instead, because it was a lot and was overpowering the fish. (4/5 stars) - Salmon Oyako Bowl: I liked the raw salmon and salmon roe part, however the cooked salmon was overcooked. The bowl also lacked flavor and required soy sauce, though I wish there was a different sauce to add to it. (4/5 stars) Overall for the food, it's okay. I'm from California so we have better food so I'm trying not to be too critical knowing it's in Banff. It's nice to have an izakaya spot in downtown Banff though. Service: mixed. The waiter was nice, however they seemed under-staffed. He had too many tables so service was slow and we struggled with flagging him down when we needed a refill or the check.

Excellent tofu vegetable sotanghon soup! Hit the spot…read more Definitely will be returning. Looking to explore their tom yum

The food here is about 3.5 stars…read more Sisig was pretty good. I appreciated that it came with rice. The beef tapa is a lot like beef teriyaki which is not at all authentic. The laksa tasted a lot like Thai yellow curry. But the dish was delicious. The service was fine since it was not a lot of customers when we got there. I do appreciate that the restaurant indicated that this is an Asian fusion. They serve Filipino, Indonesian, Singaporean and Thai food here. They also provide parking and a clean washroom.

Stopped by Hello Sunshine Banff and had a really great experience. The sushi was fresh, flavorful,…read moreand beautifully presented. One roll had perfectly grilled pieces on top with avocado that added a nice smoky flavor, while the other had a great crunchy texture that balanced everything out really well. I also ordered what I believe was a matcha drink, and it paired perfectly with the meal. It was smooth, refreshing, and a nice contrast to the richness of the sushi. Everything tasted high quality and thoughtfully prepared. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, and the whole place had a great vibe. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you're in Banff and craving good sushi and a solid matcha drink. Service was great. But a little slow

3 stars because this place is all about the ambiance, and I really appreciated that. Beautiful…read moremid-century millennial vibes. Warm cozy fires. Karaoke rooms available for large groups with high minimum spends. However, when it comes to the food, I've got issues. The happy hour menu boasts several discounted (half price) sushi rolls, which sound great. However, in execution, they are flooded with mayonnaise (not included in the menu's ingredients). This adds so much extra salt and oil to the sushi that it drowns out the true flavor of the fish. For the first time in my life, I couldn't finish my sushi, and I had no desire to eat any leftovers. Also, reservations are not required, but they definitely help (and require a credit card reservation). If you show up for happy hour, get there early, becasue the space fills up fast!

MADE TO ORDER. If you're hungry and can't wait for your food, come here and wait a bit more. Even…read morethe menu has a hard time describing the flavor matches and the care & attention that went into curating the delicious meals. Kain Tayo is a bit hidden down a one-way street. PSA: get the Blinkay app prior to going as you'll need it to pay the parking fee. The medium sized restaurant has a nice bar and large kitchen where you can peak in to see the chef crafting fusion delights. Fusion is a bit of a misleading term, as the root of each dish is pretty obvious. We opted for the fried chicken burger and the MiGoReng. Also up were the pulled pork Bao and wontons. Our kids had the kid meal corndogs which came out on a gourmet plate. Enjoy!

Very interesting, creative, and dare I say healthy cold noodle dish of Ramen Salad and warm noodle…read moredish of Mie Goreng we tried here. The duck in the Corn Dog is also solid. However, the pork in the Adobo Bar Buns was a little dry. The Panna Cota dessert was also outstanding with its generous slices of sweet mango. My son also enjoyed the "oldies" they were playing.

I came here for dinner after a long day of hiking on a Sunday and just wanted a comforting meal…read more The place is a bit small but the wait wasn't long. We ordered the miso ramen, the katsudon, and the katsu curry. The portions were large and everything tasted great. The katsu curry was probably the best dish since it actually had a spicy kick and not sweet like other Japanese curries I've had in the past. The staff were very friendly and helpful. It was pretty authentic and I wanted to come back but it was closed for the next 2 days (Monday and Tuesday) so you should check their hours on the door just in case.

Was craving some Japanese food while in Banff and this place was close to our hotel. Other reviews…read moretouted the fast service and it's true! We wanted something fast to take back to our room and they had my phoned in order ready in 10 minutes. Got the katsu curry, chicken teriyaki bowl, and edamame. The katsu curry was very flavorful and the pork was not fatty. The chicken teriyaki was tender and not drowned in their mildly sweet teriyaki sauce. The edamame was cooked to order and still warm when we opened it in our room. This place is staffed by real Japanese folks so you know the food is legit..... and very affordable!

We ordered drunken noodle and pineapple fried rice to end our hiking day and needless to say, it's…read moredebatable. The drunken noodle had some flavor, with tons of garlic mixed somewhere in there but honestly, I just wish they added more effort into their food and actually taste like Thai as opposed to just throwing in ingredients in there and calling it a dish. Don't even get me started with their pineapple fried rice. It's a big blob of yellow rice. No flavor, no colors, rice tastes old as heck. It was an absolute waste of money. We bought soup from somewhere else and thought it might try to make up for it, but no. The rice was horrible. I would highly recommend to NOT get it. Pls save your $ and go somewhere else and try something new.

A bit of a hole in the wall but the food was excellent for the price. Portions were decent-sized…read moreand the group was able to share a lot of the food with each other. Not sure if people are expecting a gourmet experience (esp. given the ambiance and prices), but it was the perfect, steamy, post-hike meal.

Duck wings are a huge draw, delicious, comes in 3 different seasonings. We had the peach infused…read moresauce. A wide variety in the menu The staff is friendly, attentive and quick to help, give great sight seeing tips too. Nice warm atmosphere, very inviting and comfortable. Spacious, great place to hang, get together with friends and family

I was lucky that the Blake was very close to my hotel, and the cocktails were so good that I…read morevisited multiple times. I didn't try the food but looking at a few tables around me, it looked delicious. There is a nice patio, and service was friendly. Lucky I found this spot on the first day of my stay in Canmore!

Quick decision for ramen, good choice, would return! We…read morewere sat right away on a Thursday evening in a small, casual styled place which seemed to have a steady flow of customers. Our orders we're taken right away, and we both decided to get the popular Arashi ramen. A pork bone and Arashi sesame broth base topped with pork belly, egg, spinach, seaweed, bamboo shoots, chili, onion, and peanut. The noodles were cooked perfectly, not overdone, flavors not over powering, mild heat spice. We both agreed could of been a tad more spicy and probably could of asked but they were busy. The food arrived quickly and was very tasty! We would return to try other menu items and highly recommend for a reasonably priced meal!

No-frills casual restaurant, but their ramen is really good, the broth is just so satisfying…read more Their gyoza has a great filling also, too bad it's fried instead of steamed. Went once when not busy and once when it was full with people on waitlist, service was great both times.

We visited Banff for the first time all the way from LA and were craving lamb biryani. We found…read moreZyka on Yelp and decided to try it, and it did not disappoint! The food was amazing, especially the lamb biryani. We even asked if they could lessen the spice, then realized the yogurt served with it helps balance the heat perfectly. The ambiance was also really nice, cozy, and welcoming. The staff were all very attentive and polite, but special thanks to Mark for helping us with our orders and recommending some great spots around Canmore. Overall, this place is definitely a must-try for first-time visitors!

My husband and I had a great dinner at Zyka recently. The…read moreatmosphere is pleasant and service attentive. But really it's the food that makes this restaurant special. My butter chicken dosa was delicious and my husband's lamb biryani was also tasty. A few tables next to us had the Tandoori, and it looked very good. Too bad we were not in Banff long enough to go back!