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4.4 (2.6k reviews)
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Denise B.

Some of the best sushi I've ever had. Omakase quality for a reasonable price. I paid $45 for the sushi lunch which came with 12 pieces so I got to try a little of everything. It was absolutely amazing.

Angela C.

Came here for a date night. It's overlooking the water so a prime location in downtown Vancouver. They're recognized in the Michelin Guide and known for Aburi-oshi sushi. It's a type of sushi where the fish is pressed into the rice and then flame seared with charcoal. We got the salmon one and it was definitely the highlight of our meal. Everything else we tried (seafood tower, nigiri) wasn't too memorable or out of the ordinary from other sushi places. I definitely think Miku is more for the ambiance and overall upscale experience than it is for the food.

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Maria P.

Miku is one of those restaurants that comes up again and again when you're researching where to eat in Vancouver--and for good reason. It's beautifully situated right on Coal Harbor, featured on the Michelin Guide, and widely credited with putting Aburi (flame-seared) style cuisine on the map in the city. If you've ever had aburi sushi in Vancouver, there's a good chance you can trace that experience back to Miku's influence. We didn't have reservations and stopped by for a late lunch during an off time, which worked out in our favor. The wait was only about 15 minutes. I would have loved a window seat overlooking the bay (note to self: make a reservation next time), but even without the view the space felt polished, clean, and very spacious. The open kitchen also allowed us to see the chefs carefully assembling and preparing dishes, which added to the experience. The menu featured a variety of options without feeling overwhelming: raw bar, small plates, sushi, aburi oshi, rolls, nigiri, entrées, plus a solid drink list with wines and seasonal cocktails. There was a lot to explore. We started with miso soup and then moved into what I really came for: the salmon aburi oshi sushi. When I travel, I like ordering something that reflects or is unique to the country or city I'm visiting, and pressed BC wild sockeye salmon done in aburi style felt like the perfect Vancouver bite. Creamy, lightly smoky, and beautifully balanced, it was easily my favorite dish. Knowing that Miku helped start Vancouver's aburi story made it even more special. You could feel each individual grain of rice--my chef other half pointed out that this is exactly what you want in high-quality sushi. We also had the Miku roll (salmon, crab, cucumber, Miku sauce, rolled in tobiko), which was fresh and flavorful, and the bluefin trio--akami, chutoro, and otoro--which my guy loved. He commented how fresh it was and how it just melted as soon as you ate it. The only miss for me was the Kyoto saikyo miso sablefish. I wanted to love it, but the pearl millet didn't quite work for my palate and the flavors felt a bit muted compared to everything else on the table. That said, the overall experience was excellent--friendly service, thoughtful food, and a clear sense of why Miku has the reputation it does. If you're visiting Vancouver and want to try the city's signature aburi cuisine at the place that helped define it, I'd check out Miku. It is a bit on the pricier end, but well worth it to try aburi oshi sushi.

Wonderful desserts too!!
Joan S.

Everything we had at Miku was amazing -- from the lobster ceviche to the sashimi and sushi, it did not disappoint. The wine list was excellent as well, and we especially enjoyed a beautiful Sancerre. Wonderful atmosphere and service. We'll definitely be back next time we're in Vancouver!

Phil Y.

They have a Michelin star. They are located in a fantastic waterfront location. I made reservations for my family about a months in advance, yet with all the walk-ins, all they could give us was a high top at the front entrance next to the hostesses checking people in. The waiter was good. He explained how his restaurant was famous for Aburi sushi. He gave us ideas of what to order. We ended up going with his suggestion of an aburi sampler, their signature selection sushi, and also a spicy kaisen soba peperoncino. The food was okay. The aburi sushi had a thinly sliced piece of protein on it. I've had better salmon aburi sushi at a different restaurant. The rolls were just cut rolls. It was like rolls that I could get anywhere else. The spicy kasen soba was a seafood soba with lots of arugula, some shrimp and mussels. My wife was not that thrilled about it. The location would've been fantastic if we arrived an 2 hours earlier at sundown with its view of the harbor. Instead, we arrived after the sun was down, and everything was dark outside. No view to see from our table. It's okay sushi in a fantastic location. The Michelin star didn't make it taste any better.

Stephanie L.

We went to Miku for my birthday in August. We had difficulties to choose what to get so we decided to try both tasting menus to be able to try the most dishes. Loved everything we ate. Food was very tasty, especially fish and seafood. The wagyu was to die for. Best meat I have ever had! The cocktails were delicate with great flavours. I was not disappointed. What could be improved are the desserts. The were ok but I expected better. The were a bit basic. The location near Canada Place makes it a great restaurant to take family and friends coming to visit Vancouver. Enjoy a nice meal while exploring downtown!

Aburi oysters
Shannon W.

My husband and I had a serendipitous dining experience at Miku after going to the Christmas market downtown. It was pouring outside and Miku was the closest sushi restuaraunt nearby. It was not too busy for a Monday night and we got seated without having to wait, however I would expect it to be very busy in the peak dining days/times. I had this restaurant on my bookmarks but did not realize that they are a Michelin (4 star) restaurant! We were told about the "ABURI" flame broil technique and it was like a very delicate sear on the fish without cooking the fish and still keeping it fresh while elevating the taste. The aburi oysters with truffle was DELICIOUS and I usually love raw oysters but ended up ordering two orders of these oysters because it was SO GOOD. It was probably one of the best oysters I've ever had. We were told by our server that we could not say we have dined in Miku unless we tried the Oishi Miku roll which was like a little bento box sushi with the aburi flame technique. It was also delicious and just warm enough to melt in your mouth. Like a sushi burger. My husband ordered two orders. My husband and I usually like to get nigiri and got the aburi nigiri and found it so much more flavorful than the raw fish. We were also provided two soy sauces: a miku soy sauce which had a sweeter flavor and bonito flake umami and a lighter soy sauce and different fish paired better with each. I highly recommend Miku if you want a unique sushi dining experience - PLEASE get aburi sushi, aburi oysters and oishi miku roll. I am still dreaming of those oysters.

Premium sake flight
Jessie L.

Came here for dinner after our conference and it was amazing. Was solo inside at the bar. The restaurant was busy and buzzing. Great view of the harbor. The food was delicious and well crafted. The waiter was very attentive, and he honestly looked a lot like Tom Hiddleston. If you get a chance to come here, check it out.

Nigiri
Grace L.

The food here was amazing quality! The Otoro was my favorite and practically MELTED right off the rice, so incredible. The Oshi sampler was fun so you can try all their aburi options. I'll also mention the service was top tier! Graham was such a great server and really helped me navigate the menu and make the best celiac safe options, which I always super appreciate when I have to travel for work and still eat somewhere safe! The ambiance is also great here, with beautiful views of the waterfront and mountains in the background. Only here for a few days but will definitely be back!

View from our booth
Karen S.

I met a group of friends here for a leisurely post-holiday lunch. We ordered an assortment of sushi, sashimi and appetizers to share. Expectations were high due to Miku's reputation, and we were (mostly) not disappointed. Standouts: the steamed mussels in a buttery sake sauce, the ebi fritters in a well-seasoned, paper-thin crisp crust, and the deeply umami saba oshi sushi. Not so much: the highly- anticipated Miku and Red Wave rolls. Visually they were stunning but the rice was hard and refrigerator cold. Service was attentive and considerate, the booth was comfy and the view of the water was spectacular.

Signature Shokai sushi
Cathy W.

Yet another sushi delight at Miku over New Year's. We managed to grab a last-minute lunch reservation New Year's Eve Day, and order the Signature Shokai (of course). The appetizer was Ebi fritters and miso-glazed sablefish, which were both delicious and substantial. The sushi was delicious as well. Our service this time was improved over our last visit--the server was attentive and friendly, and I think it also helped to be seated at a table vs. at the sushi bar (where we were last time). Do give Miku a try!

Pricey but tasty lunch for 3 adults, 2 kids. Miku Roll & Bergamot Sour were my faves. Wed 2025-12-24
Ziyan C.

Really excellent meal here! Not a specifically kid-friendly spot (no kid menu or coloring sheets), but our kids did fine and you just need to bring your own entertainment. Our kids had a plain bowl of noodles, but it was dark/wheat noodles and they didn't like that. We had a reservation for 5 of us on a Wednesday (Christmas Eve) at 1:15pm. We all took transit or a cab. They were busy but there didn't seem to be a wait or anything. DRINKS * Bergamot Sour ($20) - 4.5 stars, delicious flavor and texture. * Ginger yuzu gimlet ($22) - 4 stars, my partner thought it was just right amount of spicy/ginger without being overwhelming. I found it just ok. * Aka miso old fashioned ($26) - 3 stars. Pretty boring, according to my partner. FOOD * Soft shell crab ($21) - 4 stars * Miku roll ($24) - 5 stars. Fantastic. * Spicy Kaisen Soba ($32) - 3.5 stars. Perfect level of spicy but was a boring dish. Total before tips was $238.55 for 3 adults and 2 kids.

Lee M.

Miku was a great experience. Everything tasted fresh, the view was awesome, and the service was good. Definitely a nice spot if you want great food and a beautiful atmosphere.

Oyster not super fresh, but decent. Should be a baked.dish instead of raw oyster abs torched top

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