Had the omakase today ... AMAZING. Masa-san and staff were extremely nice and attentive. We will be back soon!

To me, this is best Japanese restaurant . Service was excellent. We had the Fumizuki Omakase. The food looks good and taste great. The order of the food that comes to your table is perfect. For example, after the black cod comes Osuimono(see the video, presentation of osuimono is eye catching and the taste is perfect after a strong black cod serving) read more

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Okay get out your camera 'cause this place is very photo worthy. They know how to make your Instagram page look good with the platting. With that said this place is a little high end. I came here after work with a few friends in celebration of something. With that said don't come hungry, have something before hand, what you end up spending here wont fill you at all. Come here as a tester and try some signature dishes with some friends. They have a unique menu which is neat to accompany the cool presentation. I am all for dining outside the box. The service was fast and friendly. You're also paying for service as well as high end sushi. read more

Beautiful and subtle flavours. Don't go here if you want a spicy tuna roll, this is not your joint. This is Japanese food that takes you on a journey. Don't eat all day before you go so you pick it all up. read more

Set menu created by the chef for $100 per person, you can call or email ahead of time for dietary restrictions which is great. We had two pregnant women who ate no raw shell fish, as well as a gluten, dairy and egg allergy in our group and the chef was able to accommodate everyone with ease. Very nice that they didn't make a fuss or even seem hassled by changing the menu for a few people in the party. The food was delicious, the fish is flown in from Japan according to the waiter. It was a four course meal followed by dessert. At first I was a bit worried because the portion sizes seems on the small side but by the end of the meal everyone was stuffed and chose not to add more sushi to the meal. My favourite was the nigiri sushi dish and dessert :) the fish was so fresh and the chef added just the right amount of wasabi. The dessert was a matcha jelly with fresh fruit, not too sweet so you can fully taste and appreciate the matcha. Make sure you scope all the way down to the bottom to taste the matcha paste! Not a place I'd got to for dinner every week obviously at $100 a person but would consider going again for a special occasion! The restaurant is very tiny so be sure to make reservations! read more

Masayoshi - Very interesting way to make soup but it was delicious and packed with flavour! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

My wife and I had our first omakase experience at masayoshi and they did not disappoint. We chose the chefs creation as opposed to the nigiri, which is a mixture of hot and cold dishes. Every plate that came out was flavourful and delicious! Service was great for the most part. However, there was one instance though where my piece of grilled cod came out and was different from my wife's. The server tried to convince me that it was he lighting but clearly my piece was missing the thin layer of fat which produces the intended flavour of the dish. That was a bit disappointing, but other than that all of the dishes were excellent. Had two glasses of the red wine selection and that was fine as well! Overall I'm giving them a 4/5! read more

Definite come here when you are in no rush. We didn't make reservations and when I called later in the evening, they were able tomsqueeze a party of 2 in, at the bar too! We came here mainly for the omakase and you can only order that at the chef bar. Service is good, no complaints here. I wasn't expecting a rushed service either so there's where I set my expectations. Watching the chef prepare each single dish with such precision, care and fluidness, it was like watching a symphony perform in front of you. My partner and I barely said much to each other for the 1st half, watching in awe. Never knowing what he was preparing was for us, or another table kept us on our feet. One table ordered seared beef and it smelled amazing. Every piece of our 15 pc omakase was so fresh and melt in your mouth. I was a little nervous because I'm not that adventurous with many types of sashimi but I am so glad I tried it. Another party of 2 beside us must have ordered the $120 set and it looked amazing. We already have plans to come back and try that set! you cannot compare this place with other sushi places around the area. its something special read more

Best sushi I ever had! Even it's not located at a high end location but the quality of the fish is on top grade, it's just so good that words cannot expressed! I personally like the chutoro, tai, Saba, aji, Japanese uni and sea eel the most! Service was good too, the waitress that served us knows a lot about fish and is very friendly which is very impressed. It was also the anniversary of my bf and I, and they gave us a wooden bookmark with "happy anniversary" on it! It was just a really great experience and I would definitely go back again! read more

We had the 120 per person Omakase . It's actually disappointing . There's still much room for improvement . Not value for money . The ingredients they use is just normal . read more

Authentic Japanese, exquisite experience! The quality of the food and service are consistent each time visited. The creativity and passion for food are clearly reflected in the dishes created by self-effacing Chef Masayoshi. Each bite of smoked salmon salad, one of my favorites, offered a well-balanced taste of tenderness (salmon), crunchiness with a hinted sour note (apple), slightly sweet moist papaya, and mild bitter herbs. Dashi, another favorite of mine, is made in a playful, surprising way by using a coffee siphon, amusing customers every time. The clear broth made from dry shiitake, kelp, bonito and sardine was incredible and tasty that even cleansed my palate for the next dish. Black cod was amazing and exquisitely presented in an artistic way that showcased the chef's creativity and culinary skill. It was even decorated with gold leaf dust and crispy lotus root chip. Fish was cooked to perfection that effortlessly melted in my mouth. Blue fin tuna nigiri was deliciously tender as always that summed up the overall enjoyable experience. read more

I was quite pleased when me and my friend were able to be seated at the bar without a reservation in advance. The omakase was similar to many other restaurants in Vancouver, the imported beer was one of a kind, it had a rich grain flavor and went well with the set meal. However I would expect something more unique for $400 for two. read more

Service was good but 100% not worth the value. Food portions were very small and taste was very mediocre. They used cheap ingredients yet charged $120 per person. Would NOT recommend it read more

I went to Masayoshi with a friend who lives in the area and we were looking forward to an exquisite meal after ordering sushi for pickup from them a couple of times. The eat-in menu is quite original with a number of dishes you cannot see in other Japanese places. The owner is eager to talk about his creations and will tell you about each item in great detail. However the taste of our food was underwhelming, and what's worse, I felt pretty sick after the meal. It's the first time this has happened to me in a Japanese restaurant in Vancouver although I am a huge sushi lover, so I'll be sure to steer clear of Masayoshi in the future. read more

This is without question, the best sushi spot in Vancouver. The truth is, Vancouver sushi kind of sucks. Most locals think its great, but they really love spicy mayo and shrimp tempura and california rolls. Vancouver, despite its reputation, actually has a horrific sushi scene. Anyone who has spent time in L.A., Vegas, New York, Toronto, or Tokyo, and is serious about sushi would agree. There isn't a serious omakase spot in the city... until Masayoshi arrived. This isn't quite as good as the elite places in the aforementioned cities, but it's not far off. If you are looking for a true, one piece at a time, authentic omakase with a real sushi chef, this is the real deal in Vancouver. Yes, it's pricey, but relative to the product being served it is very reasonable. My wife and I had a great meal here and will be back often. Sit at the bar and let the chef work. read more

Food was not bad but the overall dinning experience was easily ruined by how slow food was being served. If I can get my food within a hour and half, I'd definitely go back. But from what I saw, average meal could go as long as 2+ hours. If you don't mind waiting forever for your food, give it a try or else find another sushi bar. read more

This is the favourite sushi place in vancouver for me, I have been here a few times and they never disappointed me. My favour sushi on the menu are wagyu beef sushi and sardine fish sushi. They have great sake list too. The chef and waitress are supper friendly. Love it! read more

An intimate nook of a restaurant tucked away on Fraser St. If you love fresh, meticulously prepared sushi then this is the place for you. I'm sure everyone will wax poetic about the sushi so I'm going to remark about the dessert - a zesty, super refreshing pear slush with a fried lotus root. I've never had anything so simple and so tasty! read more

this was an experience, never had it like this before. Real special place

There were several inspired combinations of flavours but overall I felt there was a lack of passion in the food that came through, eventhough the dishes were plated well and of decent quality. Not sure if it was this particular night but there was no energy or enthusiasm that you would expect from a smaller place like this. read more

Highest quality sushi in Vancouver. Fish delivered daily. Best possible customer service.

Amazing sushi. Must try the chefs omakase. Every piece of sushi is explained (what is is and where it is from) and most do not require any soya sauce. I have been to many Japanese sushi restaurants in Japan and this is a very good contender. Very authentic. The chef is creative, makes every dish, and has a high attention to detail. Definitely a must try! read more

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The wasabi in their tako wasa had a strong kick that appropriately lingers in your nasal cavity but not burning on your tongue, as excellent wasabi should...flares ups, then completely disappears, leaving you wanting to experience it again. I could taste the freshness and the flavours in their sashimi and rolls...had the caterpillar roll...they must use magic avocados because it was some of the most buttery avocados I have ever eaten. I believe each of the rolls should be tried because it's more than just a basic roll with differing ingredients, but rather a unique experience with each. The chawanmushi was light but savoury, a different sort of dish that can gently close off a delicious meal. read more

2.5 if I could but I'll be nice. For a place that served us a dish that was $75 but was suppose to be $60 due to miscommunication. I expected the service to be exceptional. Leaving disappointed. A sushi joint with high prices located on Fraser. Although, I thought the location was odd. I came in without judgement and willing to give the menu a try. We tried all of their fresh fishes they had to offer and it definitely tasted fresh. Maybe it was an off day but their sushi rice was just not good. I shoved it to the side of my plate as if I was at some all-you-can-eat restaurant. I thought the soy sauce they served was strong, dark and overpowering. Especially for such delicate "luxury" fishes. (o-toro) I believe that your glass should never be empty. My glass was empty for some time til' the male server came by to fill it half full... how strange. Is he conserving free tap water? I won't be coming back. read more

Terribly disappointing. I booked the restaurant on the back of the good reviews from Vancouver Magazine - without checking out the Yelp ratings. Big mistake. We ordered the basic omakase set ($80 - not cheap). Very ordinary and terrible value for money. The chef should be ashamed to be serving cooked ebi as part of an $80 omakase set. Service and ambiance was ok, but one of the most disappointing experiences I've had in terms of food. Not sure how this ever made Vancouver Magazine's list..... read more

This is my first ever review and I am usually not into writing one but I was so disappointed I felt I must warn others. Came to visit friends for the holidays from Seattle and my friend took me to Masayoshi. We ordered the $120 per head original creation omakase and overall it was average. Positives: presentation of each dish. That's the only positive sadly to say. Negatives: plates were small, taste/flavor was average, hot items were nothing to rave about, cold items was not something that will wow your mouth, felt like staff didn't really know what was being served when giving description of each item (could barely hear what they were saying), used a coffee brewing machine to boil the soup item which was neat idea but soup flavor was average. I guess my standards are high. The most disappointing thing was they charged us extra 30% on $120 because one of my friend could not make it out and we did not cancel his reservation. They said they prepared some of the items already and that's the reason why. We were given a choice of paying 30% or pay 120 to eat his portion. I asked since we pay 30% can we eat the 30% of the food you already prepared. I think that is a fair request. The staff said NO. So what are you going to do with the food you prepared and paid by the customer??? I was not in a fighting mood so whatever. Lesson learned and warning to others to cancel reservation if one can not make it. None of this was stated on their website either unless I missed it. It seems they want to be viewed as a high end restaurant but far from it. I'm from Seattle and if you get a chance to go down there you need to learn what real omakase is from the restaurant Shiro (https://shiros.com/). Yours truly, Overrated read more

Came here for the omakase twice. The rice is really good, the choice of fish is typical, not much surprise. But overall the experience was good. The tamago is really good, it was different from other restaurant. read more

Good but wish I ordered the sushi omakase. Our omakase was mostly hot dishes. Would return to try the sushi.

I had been starving so I yelped a good sushi place in the area and this showed up. I liked the cozy feeling of the place and presentation was good but the service was awful!! I waited 10 mins just to be asked for drinks! I ordered 3 dishes and after 20 mins, only one came out, when I asked when the others were coming, they said it would be 30 minutes! I wasn't about to wait nearly 50 minutes after ordering to eat! Absolutely ridiculous, I left hungry and unsatisfied! read more

Very expensive and limited menu and over price. There were six items not available during the night we ate there. They couldn't even give me more gingers with the sushi because they had only limited supply.........imagine eating sushi without ginger is like eating french fries without ketchup! Also the service was extremely slow! It took them more than ten minutes to give me a pot of hot tea because they were out of hot water! read more

Masayoshi may be a young restaurant, but the iterative and learned approach the staff bring to the table is the result of pure perseverance. Building on the years of experience as a head Sushi chef at his previous employer, Chef Masayoshi-San is a hit maker with his eye always on target. Salmon smoked in-house by himself: candied, palpable notes, signifying a professional. From the food, to the expert service upheld by Tomo-San and his staff, everything is as it should be. Even a dish as simple as spicy tuna rolls exude thoughtfulness and an industrious execution. These are individuals who work out of love, from an intimate connection to their ingredients and artistry. In a city where the growing demand of pacific flavors has hastened the metastatic bloom of sushi bars, pestilential in their search to cash-in on demand, only a small handful of restaurants produce good sushi. Masayoshi-San and Staff, at Masayoshi on Fraser, will help you fall back in love with this wonderful food. - Max read more

This is bar none the freshest and best tasting raw fish that you can find in Vancouver. In my opinion, it tops Tojo's easily for flavour of both the rice (which is served warm and is exactly like Sushi Saito in Japan serves it) and the fish itself. We had almost all the nigri... I just couldn't stop eating, especially the Uni and Tai. Also the salmon and avacado roll is simplicity itself, fresh and tasty. The really cool part was it reminded me of eating at sushi restaurants in Japan in atmosphere; the wait staff are really friendly and the communication was difficult at times, but with patience and kindness we ate like kings. I don't know how Vancouver will deal with the prices of some of the food though, they can be high for the portion size. But it's because the fish is really the best you can get, and that costs the chef big money. You can tell the chef takes true pride in his restaurant. read more

With masayoshi's recent award of claiming silver as one of the best Japanese restaurants in the city by Vancouver Magazine, I decided to take my friend out to celebrate her belated birthday . The entire experience was underwhelming. We arrived on time for our 8pm omakase which included miso soup, 14 pcs of nigiri , and dessert ($80). The beginning of our service was awfully slow having to wait 20-25 minutes at the bar with barely any interaction from staff other than serving us our water and tea (+$3 !) until our first piece of nigiri. Quality of the fish was just a tad above average at best but I expected more. I tried to stay positive throughout the night given that it was a full house, but it seemed as if our presence was not valued at all. It goes to show how the price tag of a meal does not equate to quality nor service when you know people will be flocking over to your place and treat you like you're sushi god from the amount of money you're investing on social media platforms. I'm sorry but I just don't get the hype of this place . read more

limited seating - highly recommend making reservation, it's a small hipster kind of place we didn't do the omakase - we ordered individual nigiri off the menu - clear Soup with shitake, kelp, bonito, sardine was perfect for a cold day. - the wild flounder, O-toro & Uni was delicious and fresh - tamago was really unique - never had it in that kind of firm texture the remaining nigiri was decent (snapper, salmon, mizu octopus, spot prawn) the quality of the rice was good, the only thing i wasn't use to was the portion of rice on the nigiri was really tiny. I didn't experience the super personalized service .. but the servers were polite and friendly. read more

Very interesting experience! Not a lot of choices like other japanese restaurants but the quality is superb. If you are fans to sashimi this is a good place to go, especially there aren't a lot of places like this in the Fraser st. area. Service is up to par and everyone there are very friendly with the customer. Limited seats so I would recommend to make reservation ahead of time. I also agreed with other reviewers that the background japanese music just doesn't seem to match the atmosphere at all. read more

Best sushi in Vancouver and among the best food experiences I've had anywhere. A beautiful, intimate restaurant, with an atmosphere exuding class and understated sophistication. The sushi is of an even higher standard than the other reputable options in Vancouver, and the food presentation in general is exquisite. Masayoshi is a very welcome addition to Vancouver's sorely underdeveloped fine dining scene. read more

This was an interesting one. A new sushi restaurant with a very authentic Japanese feel. The fish is fresh and tasty, and you can tell the chef cares about quality. It's a bit pricey compared to the usual Vancouver sushi joints, but you get what you pay for in this case and the difference is quite apparent. Service is a bit spotty, but I didn't mind too much. It kind of added to the experience for me (if that makes any sense), and I'm sure they'll get it dialed in soon enough. I'm looking forward to another visit; this place is definitely filling a sushi niche that Vancouver is ready for. read more

Authentic and fresh!! The server (only 1) was very attentive and friendly.

Pure sushi excellence. As good as it gets in North America. I've been eating at the best Japanese restaurants in Vancouver for close to 40 years, and I just got back from a month in Japan. The sushi at Masayoshi is as good - in the Japanese tradition - as anything you will find anywhere. And yes, you'll pay for it. Masa, who worked side by side for yeras with the pioneering Tojo of Tojo's Restaurant, is more like Jiro of "Jiro Dreams of Sushi" than he is by is Vancouver mentor. Where Tojo is a master of all forms of Japanese food and constantly innovates with local ingredients, Masa is a purist and a traditional sushi chef. But he's the best in the business within that scope. Tiny, perfect, perfectly selected fish, fresh from Japan. Perfectly seasoned by Masa himself (don't go asking for soy sauce or wasabi). His English isn't great, and same with most of his staff, so sometimes that comes across as a bit aloof. But If you can see your way to taking a journey with Masa through 14 or so delicate mouthfuls, and paying for the privilege, you'll have experienced some of the best this traditional sushi-chef-patron relationship can offer. read more