A friend has been wanting to try this place for a few years, so we decided to give a try together. When we got there, it was a little hard to recognize because the outside signage was in terrible shape, and we could barely make out the name of it. As we entered, it's exactly as others have described - very tiny, homely and quaint. We were seated immediately, were given menu's and instructed to order at the front counter when ready. Once we ordered and paid, the food probably took less than 7 minutes to come out - so quite fast. I tried both the Omu Curry Rice with Pork Cutlet and the Omu Hayashi Rice with Nikomi Hamburger Patty. Both looked very home-cooking style dishes, but in a good way that is very different from what you can find in a Japanese restaurant in Vancouver. Flavours were good, the portion sizes were generous and the prices were reasonable. Staff were very friendly. They made sure so thank us before we went out the door. Overall, a very pleasant experience. I liked the food, and always supportive a hard-working family. I'd come back again. read more

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The omu rice was just okay. Maybe because I just came back from Japan and had high expectation. Small place but owners super friendly and nice. I will have to give them another chance and try something else. read more

Marulilu Cafe - Omu curry rice - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Marulilu cafe is a super small dining area but the result is a cozy and intimate atmosphere. I would love to bring back friends here for a casual spot that encourages discussion. The staff were very friendly. And about the food... it's good. The garlic omurice we had brought back memories of Japan. The breakfast set had smaller portions but that's actually what a real Japanese breakfast was, small portions. So I really enjoyed it. I'm definitely coming back. read more

Marulilu Cafe - Garlic omurice - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Marulilu is a quaint spot I've visited where you truly feel cozied up with homecooked food. My friend took me here maybe 6 or more years ago but we've since drifted apart; s/o!!! hope she's doing well~ xox There was a short arc in my life where I struggled to make a pretty omurice nearly everday for a few months.. Anyways, I have a deep appreciation for their omurice dishes here :3 Love the omurice with Hayashi sauce (+garlic rice). I was skeptical of the price diff for garlic rice but it was worth to me, this was so very tasty. 4.8/5 sauce enjoyers rejoice! Oyako kinoko don is pretty much exactly what you'd expect. It fulfilled my cravings for (textured chewy things) mushrooms and egg on rice. 4/5 If I ever feel lost, I'd probably find a piece of myself here. I wish Marulilu stays for a long time( ' 3 ') read more

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Did an impromptu lunch with a work bestie at this small japanese restaurant It is a small restaurant so it was packed when we arrived. Fortunately turnover was fast and we only had to wait for about 15min I ordered the all day japanese breakfast ser while my friend ordered the curry fried pork chop (tonkatsu) the curry was very well seasoned and the pork chop was fried very well and crispy. my favorite was the miso soup. To my surprise, it was very flavorful! However, both the salmon and egg on the breakfast set were both overcooked and a bit dried. but overall, a very nice little restaurant. Prices are reasonable. A nice place for a quick lunch or snack read more

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I visited this place a few days ago during a busy time. There were quite a few people waiting, and the weather was cold. I completely understand that the space inside is limited, and waiting can be unavoidable. What made the experience less comfortable was not the wait itself, but the way it was communicated. Being asked to wait outside felt a bit cold and impersonal. In situations like this, a more friendly explanation, a small sign at the door, or even a simple system that lets customers know when to come back could make the wait feel much more considerate and human. Running a small restaurant is not easy, especially in today's economic climate. I truly believe that with a warmer, more customer-oriented approach, this place could do very well. This review is meant as a gentle suggestion, and I hope it's taken in that spirit. read more

Marulilu Cafe - 451 - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

A cute and homey hidden gem for authentic Japanese comfort food in Vancouver. They are the sister restaurant of Cafe de l'Orangerie, which serves Japanese-Italian fusion. We got the beef curry with pork katsu and the soup of the day (bacon potato) with toast. Such comfort food and it arrived quickly. It is super accessible by Broadway City Hall Canada Line Station!! Great for a quick bite on your commute. It is easy to miss but definitely a hidden gem! It was quite warm in the restaurant when visiting in summer though, as they have fans but no AC. I think some things in the restaurant could be updated such as the chairs and wall decorations, but if you mainly care about good food at a good price, this is the place! read more

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Hidden gem in Mount Pleasant, tiny store, maybe one table big enough to sit four+. Really friendly but they have trouble with English sometimes. Really cute small atmosphere though, menu has find Pikachu puzzles in it. Ok, the food. It's out of this world. I had a hamburger steak plus omu garlic rice with hayashi sauce. Where should I start? - the hayashi sauce. It's really really good. Rich, very mushroomy. Can't have enough. Not spicy though there is a kick to it. - the Omelette. Wow. The egg is SOO smooth. My wife kept stealing my egg. :( - Hamburg steak is on point - love the garlic rice as well. The onigiri was great too. I can't wait to visit again. There are tons of stuff on the menu I want to try. read more

Marulilu Cafe - Omu Garlic Rice with Hamburger steak and hayashi sauce - saba miso on side - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Marulilu Cafe serves All Day Japanese style breakfast along with other hearty, homestyle cooked dishes. Japanese cuisine is so much more than just sushi and Marulilu demonstrates this in the food that they offer. Prepare to have your heart warmed and your belly filled with dishes like Cheese in Omu-Rice, Garlic Omurice with Mushroom Tomato Sauce, and Japanese Style Beef Curry with Karaage. They have so many different flavors of Omurice to choose from. I loved the Mushroom Tomato Sauce on my Garlic Omurice while our daughter, who's not a huge fan of mushrooms very much enjoyed the Cheese in Omu-Rice. Did you know they also have Onigiri? If you're someone who likes Onigiri and Omurice, then Marulilu is your one stop shop for enjoying these authentic Japanese style dishes in Vancouver. Come early to get a table as it's a very popular place and the lineup goes out the door! read more

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Been twice to Marulilu Cafe, a Japanese cafe that specializes in omurice. They're a few doors down from Pho Extreme Xe Lua. The inside has 7 tables (16 seats), always friendly service. It's cafe style so go up to order and pay. - Hamburger steak with tomato bisque ($19.99) - tender and moist, yet still retained a nice bite. The tomato bisque sauce was homey and comforting. - Omu curry with garlic rice add pork cutlet ($20.99) - curry was mild, slightly sweet. Lacking depth but servicable. Pork cutlet was better. - Japanese style beef curry with garlic rice add pork cutlet ($17.99) - tasted similar to the omu curry. The side of fukujinzuke had a subtle sweetness to it. - Unagi onigiri set ($15.00) - miso, mini salad, karaage and oshinko. Karaage was juicy. Oshinko (daikon, cucumber and eggplant) were crisp. Cozy spot for Japanese comfort food. 3.5 stars. read more

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Delicious, Japanese comfort food. The place is rather small and definitely not for a large group. We came as a group of 5 and they had to rearrange the seats in order to seat us. Once you know what to order, go to the counter, order, and pay. The kiddos had their all day breakfast and it was satisfying for them. I got the Japanese curry with karaage and it was delicious! Would love to come back and try different items on their menu read more

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Just did a random Google search for "homestyle Japanese" food and this popped up. It has almost 1000 reviews on Google. Small place (a little bit run down). Service was polite. I guess they serve Omurice Rice and Curry. It was okay. Nothing too fancy and the beef portion size were small squares for the curry. read more

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Haven't found a lot of places in Vancouver that have authentic Japanese brunch with such a reasonable price. It is definitely a hidden gem of Vancouver! All their meals are reasonably priced (I spent $33 with taxes for 2 meals + 2 drinks) and their customer service is top notch! 1. Omurice with Mushroom and tomato sauce: 5/5 it was so saucy and flavourful! The egg was soft and melted in your mouth. 2. Cheese veggie sandwich with hash brown: loaded with veggies and cheesy which made it so filling. One of the most crispy yet not too greasy hash browns in town. 3. Iced mocha: it was basically a latte with ice in it. 4. iced lavender latte: same as the mocha. read more

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This is very much a small hole in the wall type of joint that probably not even many of the locals know about. One of my good friends highly recommends this and I have to say, I'm trusting his recommendations from now on because this place was very satisfying. This is straight up a Japanese breakfast joint, but many of their items can be eaten for dinner as well. I was pretty much here for dinner and wanted to get the entree that basically had the works. So I went with the Omurice Curry with garlic rice and added pork cutlet to it. It also came with a side salad. It was a very solid dish that satisfied me pretty well. I also got the takoyaki to share, but ended up take a blurry photo of it so couldn't get a good pic. It was pretty good though. I honestly enjoyed the meal and was very content when I was done. I definitely do not mind coming back for breakfast. The restaurant is pretty small, so we had to help put together a few tables for our group. The service was very friendly and the owners were legit Japanese, so food is authentic with of course, western influences. Definitely supporting this small cafe restaurant! read more

Marulilu Cafe - Omurice with garlic rice and added pork cutlet - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

everything was so yummy! we came here straight after the airport so we were all starving and absolutely demolished our food. my bf got the breakfast combo (not picture) which was mid but everything else was really yummy and plenty of vegetarian/pescatarian options. definitely recommend also staff was super cute and friendly read more

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My absolutely new go-to hole in the wall for comfort Japanese food. Simple delicious homemade food that is my must-visit in Vancouver. Honest and simple service that makes this a hidden gem. read more

Marulilu Cafe - Onigiri and autumnal special! - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Small family restaurant featuring Japanese breakfast with tofu, miso soup, salmon, omelette, natto, and rice. The interior is small and most tables filled with patrons. Price is good, staff are friendly and quick. I appreciate that they thanked us for visiting the restaurant when we were seated. read more

Marulilu Cafe - Japanese breakfast with everything - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I haven't been to Marulilu Cafe in many years and I was quite disappointed this time around. Upon walking in, the staff who stood behind the counter looked up and looked right back down at whatever she was going. There was no greeting or a nod at all. Even if she was occupied with something, she could have given a nod. As a Japanese restaurant, this should not be the kind of greeting you'd expect to get. I ordered a lavender latte and a mentaiko udon as I was craving for it a lot. The lavender latte tasted like steamed milk mostly and I couldn't even make out that it was a "lavender" latte. I was mostly disappointed with the mentaiko udon. It was so dry that I had to constantly sip on my latte to "moisten" my food. I've had very good mentaiko udons before, even in Greater Vancouver, and they were always creamy with bursts of mentaiko in your mouth. My friend ordered the traditional Japanese breakfast and it was somewhat of a disappointment as well. The egg omelette (tamago-yaki) was so bland and did not have dashi taste. The chilled tofu was also a little bit sad. Where was the dashi sauce? I seriously thought the food could have been done better. I mean, they are a Japanese cafe after all and not some non-Japanese restaurant who is serving Japanese food. Due to the pandemic, I haven't been able to make my annual trip to Japan for 2 consecutive years. Yes, I do miss quality Japanese food and I had really expected the food to taste closer to what I had in Japan. And yes, I am quite picky but it's difficult not to make comparisons when my taste buds have been spoiled. read more

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This is the coziest place for a rainy morning breakfast in Vancouver! The service is great and so friendly. The breakfast reminds me of home style breakfasts in Japan. I definitely recommend the maple latte. read more

Lovely little cafe on Cambie and Broadway. We had their Japanese breakfast there with a cup of matcha latte. The food is great and the matcha latte was perfect, not made from premixed read more

I really wanted to like this place - super cute and got the hidden gem vibes - but unfortunately it was just okay. The staff there are super nice and welcoming - I think it may be owned by a family. They recommended getting the Omurice - the curry sauce was good but didn't taste amazing (almost tastes like the cube blocks you get from the grocery store), the egg is over cooked (doesn't break in half to be runny and creamy), and the rice is just white rice. I probably wouldn't come back - but it def has potential to be great! read more

Marulilu Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Do you have any brunch plans this weekend? How about having brunch at Maruliu cafe? Marulilu cafe is one of the hidden gems in Vancouver. It serves great Japanese dishes like omurice, curry rice, and rice berger. We know it has very limited seating (only 2-3 tables available when following the social distancing rules), so we went there early on a drizzle Sunday. We tried most of their feature dishes. We highly recommend their omurice (a Japanese version of an omelette with rice) and rice berger (a popular Japanese street food of rice bun burger). Absolutely delicious food! Rice Berger (Buta Kimchi Burger was our favourite) Garlic Omurice with Mushroom Tomato Sauce with Pork Cutlet (If you are first time here, we highly recommend trying out their pork cutlet/Tonkatsu on tomato sauce. Yummy!) Marulilu cafe is a small Japanese-Western-style cafe on Broadway. It is located on a high-traffic street, and it is on the north of the Broadway-City Hall Station. The address is at 451 W Broadway in Vancouver. Food: 5/5 Must Try! Service: Eatery (order the food at the cashier, and then they will bring the food to your table). Kids: 3/5 A-OK for kids due to the limited seating. Price: $30-$50 for two. Presentation: 2/5 Parking: metered parking on the street. Tips: *serves all day breakfast. *is slow service but definitely worth the wait. *continues health and safety protocols. Would I Return: Yes ‍ read more

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Marulilu is a cute and cozy place to grab some authentic japanese breakfast and other traditional dishes as well! I really loved the photos on the walls and the pictures in the menu. The small details were all very charming. I do warn you that if you get overwhelmed by a lot of options, it may take a while to make a decisio! There are quite a number of pages and options. 1 section for regular breakfast, japanese breakfast, sandwiches, side menu, drinks, and seasonal holiday menu for special items offered only in December. I tried the katsu sandwich and added on a hash brown and miso soup (for fun). I also included photos of the japanese breakfast set -- my sister who tried this dish said it left her feeling *pleasantly* full, and would have been a great first meal to have for breakfast. My brother had the japanese curry and rice (flavour was very savoury and delicious) -- if I were to come back I would definitely order this and finish it all, even though it's a rather big portion! We also ordered a pot of the genmaicha tea for the table. Couldn't think of anything more satisfying than a hot meal and a hot cup of tea on a cold winter day. read more

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This café is unassuming from the street, but the inside is charming! They have local art on display and some antique accessories. The music choice was so soothing. It's a small, quiet place, and the largest table is for 4, so not a place to go with a big group. When I entered I was greeted very cheerfully by one of the staff members who handed me a menu and explained that I could sit anywhere and come to the front when I was ready to order. This person and the other staff I saw were both so sweet but gave me plenty of space while I ate, which was much appreciated, yet they brought out my dessert shortly after I was finished with my meal and were quick to clean up when other customers left, so they weren't being inattentive. I was impressed with how big the menu was. They have all-day Japanese breakfast, both traditional and Western-style, plus Japanese comfort food like curry, donburi, etc. And on top of the main food, a full coffee/tea bar and a large selection of Japanese desserts. I had the Japanese Style Breakfast with natto. It came out faster than I was expecting. Everything in this was very simple but it was all good, and put together made for an excellent comforting meal. I'm usually indifferent to miso soup, but this was one of the best I've had! I guess I've just been eating mediocre miso soup my whole life, because this was flavourful in a way that I didn't know miso soup could be. It was my first time trying natto and I really liked it! If it's your first time trying it I would suggest taking your first taste before mixing in the mustard, since I found the combination of the natto and the pungent mustard to be a lot to process at first. They go well together once you know what to expect. The breakfast is priced very well for the amount of food you get (~$10), but it was an extra $1.75 to add oshinko on the side, which seems a little steep for the 5 pieces, but since the base price was so low and because having the oshinko really elevates the meal for me, I didn't hesitate to add it. I got the Tiramisu for dessert. It was cute and the different layers were very balanced. Finally, I had a Hojicha Latte to drink. Originally I wanted to get the Lavender Latte, but I wanted an unsweetened drink, and the person taking the order told me they don't recommend the lavender unsweetened and suggested I could try half sweet, but I just decided to go for something else. The flavour of the hojicha was very pleasant, and I was also glad the almond milk they used wasn't one of the sweetened kinds. The desserts and drinks are also pretty inexpensive, which is especially nice to see for the desserts since they seem comparable to the stuff you see at boutique dessert/coffee shops around the city. I would really recommend this place for simple and hearty Japanese eats in a calm atmosphere. I think if you came here expecting a gourmet culinary adventure you might be left underwhelmed, but (based on what I had) it's a perfect execution of straightforward and unpretentious comfort food, and they offer something unique from other brunch spots, coffee shops, and Japanese restaurants in the city, so I'm very happy to have discovered them. read more

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This tiny place seemed very popular and I was excited to try a Japanese breakfast. It was an interesting experience but not something I would want to wait for again, or even order again. The breakfast comes with miso soup, a large portion of rice, plain tofu, a very small piece of salmon, egg, natto, oshinko, and some seaweed. It was my first time trying natto, the taste is fine, not overwhelming but the gooeyness got a bit frustrating after a few bites! The rest was plain. I ordered the london fog frappe. Delicious - I would get it again! My friend tried their egg Benedict which was ok. It looked small and came with 2 slices of tomato and 2 slices of cucumber on the side. read more

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Yeah, no thanks. Came in to an empty restaurant and advised we would have 9 people. They looked shocked and told us everyone had to be here to sit down. That was fine. Then my bf said he would use the restroom and the waitress's yelled that we are not allowed to sit down and if anyone else comes in that they will serve them first. We arrived with 8 while one was parking and they said ok, we will give u a table for 8. Even if we asked for a table for 9. As we all sat down they asked, who will be paying for all of this? We already parked and decided to give it a try anyways. They reluctantly gave us another chair and when we tried to ask how to get water the waitress said, yeah! I know ok!? Let's just say, whether the food is good or not, they r rude and don't deserve any money. To be honest, it seems like they don't want anyone's business. Everyone in Vancouver has been wonderful but coming here has seemed to burst my bubble. Food was ok and there was nothing amazing about it read more

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They have really yummy Japanese breakfast and food items! We went kinda early on a weekend and they were already starting to get super busy. I got the garlic omurice and it was soo good. My friend ordered the omurice with ketchup rice and it was also very tasty. Since it's Japanese food, some of the portions are small like the rice burgers and the breakfast items but they are all pretty filling. The place is casual and not that big. You place your order at the register and also take your check and go up to pay after you're done. I enjoyed the food a lot! read more

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A really nice small japanese cafe restaurant that's a bit hidden, but they produce very good value and delicious food! The dish I always come back to is their garlic omurice with tomato sauce. I don't know how they make it, but the sauce is just so good and it goes well with everything! read more

Marulilu Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Cute little café on Broadway. Great service and great prices for the amount of food! I forgot a layer on my chair when I left the restaurant and when I came back to retrieve it they hurried to bring it to me and it was neatly folded . read more

Marulilu Cafe - Japanese Style Breakfast - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

What a quaint​ little place on Broadway. This Japanese operated cafe offers the perfect fusion if you are not used to the typical Japanese style western food called yoshoku. That said, they do offer a few yoshoku items which you should try next time. I stuck with the good old katsu kare (curry pork cutlet) with rice. Good portion and very tasty. The table next to us ordered the eggs benny and that looked enticing. It's basically a small little joint that aims to serve the best quality combined with friendly service. Good job at that, they are! read more

Marulilu Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Am I a little crazy or do I just love this place so much that I keep coming back once every two weeks to have breakfast? I have been going to Marulilu for the past two years and my go to meal is of course their Traditional Japanese breakfast! That's how much I love them and their food! I've also tried their Omu-Rice, Omu-Hayashi Rice, Breakfast Plate D, and some of their desserts. The staff are friendly and they have cute menu folders too. Going there is so convenient because it is located between Cambie and Broadway streets. Price - 8/10 Taste - 8/10 Presentation - 8/9 Service - 8/10 Ambience - 7/10 Cleanliness - 7/10 Location - 10/10 Keep up the good work, Marulilu! read more

Marulilu Cafe - Traditional Japanese Breakfast with tofu and a side of hasbrown. Yum! - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

There isn't a country that I've traveled to that doesn't have some sort of Japanese food around, but if you're looking for a cafe that specializes in Japanese breakfast, that's another story. They're hard to come by. Thankfully enough while in Vancouver, we stumbled upon this unassuming spot not only right down the street from our Airbnb but also conveniently located next to the Commercial/Broadway Sky Train Station. What luck! And one of the most unique aspects of Marulilu is that they serve breakfast - Western and Japanese style - all day! While I didn't actually go for a full on breakfast (I almost got the waffles) I made sure to try their hash browns recommended by another Yelper. And boy was I happy I listened to her - you'll be too once you give it a try! Now onto the main dish - my Wild Salmon Risotto! The risotto was essentially a creamy porridge made with puffy rice, smoked salmon bits, and Parmesan cheese which made it all super hearty! The aji fry on top was also a nice touch as it was crispy, meaty, and deboned despite being a mackerel fish. On the other side of the table, my boyfriend ordered the omurice with tomato sauce. It was amazing as well since the egg was fluffy and the tomato sauce was flavored immensely, with a Japanese flair. 3/3 everything was on point. Though it was my last day in Vancouver, I'm happy that I was able to dine here and finish my eating adventure in Canada on a good note. I just wish I was able to take back a few more of those hash browns - they're so addicting! And so, I'm going to end in this: If there is any takeaway from this review, ORDER THE HASH BROWN. You'll understand why ;) Marulilu's tops any hash browns I've had so far including McDonald's - my all time favorite. read more

Marulilu Cafe - Wild salmon risotto - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Easily one of my favourite cafes! If you're looking for an authentic Japanese cafe in Vancouver, you can't pick a better place than this one. My favourites: + Japanese breakfast plate + Hojicha latte + Oyako don + Takoyaki They serve their tea lattes both sweet and unsweet, which gives you lots of flexibility with flavour. I prefer the sweet if I'm getting a lighter meal with it but go for unsweetened if I'm going all out! They get pretty busy in the mornings, and it's a smaller cafe so you may have to wait for a seat if you get there around peak breakfast/brunch time. What I love though is that they get your food really pretty quickly so the turnaround is faster than most other places. Their takoyaki is always done just right, a nice bite on the outside and a smooth flavourful burst of octopus. The textures and the taste are phenomenal. read more

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During covid-19, Marulilu Cafe is offering dine in up to 4 tables and take out. They have a great selection of Japanese, Western, and fusion breakfast/lunch options! We popped by for brunch and got a Beef Curry Omurice, a Tomato Omurice, and a Japanese Full Breakfast. These were all around $13. The Japanese curry Omurice was delicious and came with a size salad. The egg still a bit runny and not over cooked - exactly how I like my Omurice egg. The curry wasn't over powering and delicious, complementing the Omurice. If you prefer tomato based sauce, the tomato Omurice is really good - both a bit sweet, south and a bit sweet. This place also offers Natto! Their Japanese Full Breakfast set has salmon, miso, rice, and nato. If you are a fan of natto or wish to try it in an authentic setting, This set is perfect. We also ordered a hojicha latte! The tea flavour was strong and flavourful and not super sweet for $3.50$ read more

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Cute Japanese restaurant near Broadway and Cambie. Very simply decorated but with huge flavours and many options. Will only be seated when all members of party is here. My friend and I got the Japanese breakfast - very light yet nourishing and filling at the same time. The salmon piece was of moderate size and was tasty. The omelette was rich and fluffy. The miso soup was flavourful. The tofu was bland but most tofus are bland anyway. I would definitely come back for some more! read more

Marulilu Cafe - Japanese breakfast with tofu and nori - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Quaint spot at Broadway and Cambie, with long lineups but quick service. Servers really kind and the menu is large, but has unique and typical brunch items available. Everything also seemed very affordable, and good variety was available. The table arrangement is a bit cramped, but I didn't mind much. I ordered the Japanese Style Breakfast - All on It ($14) which was surprisingly filling and different than what I was expecting. The tofu was a bit bland, without any soy to salt it up, but there was this Natto bean portion of the dish that was really sticky, but really delicious. I mixed it with Rice, eggs, dish, and miso, and they tasted well with everything! Make sure you try to Natto beans if you do decide to get this dish. As bit crammed, and a bit of a wait, but a unique affordable dish! The washroom was also a bit messy, but it had a changing station, which is a plus.... I think? I'd come here again if I didn't see a long line, but I don't know if I'd wait a while being I'm quite an impatient customer. Decent 4/5 :) read more

Marulilu Cafe - Japanese Style Breakfast - All on It ($14) - Cafes Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

if you're a fan of japanese breakfast, this is the place for you! amazing service and simple cuisine!

Marulilu Cafe serves up some home style Japanese dishes. Prices are very reasonable and they have a wide selection. We ordered a sukiyaki don and an omurice. The dishes tasted good and very homey. The sukiyaki don tastes like sukiyaki except on a bed of rice. It was a simple dish, but had everything I love - rice, tofu, mushrooms, and green onion. My bf was disappointed that the omurice didn't have a runny egg. The side salad was fresh and. We love the sesame dressing. We wished the place was cleaner. The door was opened to allow more air flow, but bird feathers and leaves were all over the floor. It would have been appreciated if they don't have a self serve area for water as well (as least during this time). read more

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Most authentic Tokyo-style cafe in Vancouver! The Japanese breakfast is my go-to, but the omu-rice is also delish. Umai!!

Cute little place on Broadway. This place serves japanese breakfast and lunch! I came here with my aunt, uncle and their son. My aunt ordered a regular breakfast, uncle ordered the donburi, cousin ordered the garlic omurice with mushroom tomato sauce, and I ordered the omu curry rice. Katsu Don This was slightly dry, especially since my cousin and I had a lot of sauce on ours. My uncles dish was only pork cutlets and eggs topped with sweet sauce on top. It didn't have much sauce. I think this dish would have been better with more sauce or even asking for sauce on the side so you can pour it on as you eat. Garlic Omu Rice with mushroom tomato sauce This is what I wanted to order as it sounded really good on the menu. My cousin ended ordering it. It was a large portion and had a lot of sauce! Everyone enjoyed it, especially my uncle. The salad that came with it had barely any dressing. Omu curry rice Mine was like the garlic omu rice except mine was with curry. The curry tasted like it was made with the Glico curry bouillon you can buy to make japanese curry at home. My dad use to buy those bouillon so I know how it tastes. This was good though, but the taste of packaged bouillon threw me off. The salad that came with it had so much dressing. The dressing wasn't really my favorite. The amount poured was not consistent compared to my cousins. Overall I enjoyed my dish more than the tomato sauce one. I'll definitely come back and try something else! read more

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