Very delicious meal and amazing service! Was visiting for the weekend and was definitely impressed! read more

We were seated promptly at our reservation time, views were fantastic, service was friendly, professional, and attentive, and food was delicious and presented beautifully. I would return on my next trip to Vancouver. read more

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Honestly I'm not the biggest fan of Sushi in general but Miku blew me away with its service and high-quality tasting sushi. Salmon Oshi Sushi: this is definitely my favorite, and a must-get while you're here. (5/5) Saba Oshi Sushi: this one was slightly salty for my taste, but the extremely soft texture of the Mackerel with the rice made it a decent combination. (3.5/5) Miku Roll: a bit heavy on the sauce, nevertheless I'm in love with the Miku sauce in general and would recommend this for a first time staple. (4.5/5) Green Tea Opera: the waiter was actually very sweet and asked if the day was a special occasion from the very beginning of the meal. He kept in mind that it was a birthday and delivered the message on the dessert. The cake was amazing - it was the right amount of crunchiness in the wafer combined with the sponge cake. (5/5) We were pretty full coming in so we didn't order much, but I was amazed by Miku's service and would definitely love to come back in the future. read more

Miku - Salmon Oshi Sushi, Saba Oshi Sushi, Miku Roll - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Top quality, touristy-with potential for varied experience. Flying to Vancouver, the person next to me had reservations at Miku for multiple nights. It has that reputation. Discovering the restaurant next to my hotel (right by Canada Center, the Pan Pacific and where the Cruise Ships dock make it busy, well known and a place that is talked about. So was it special? Yes, there were special items. The three women who greet you and seat you gushed over the restaurant and set a nice tone. The waiters know there stuff and explain how each item is unique and a Miku item. And some items truly where. I went full tourist and had the saki tasting flight (types chosen by the bartender-and all common sales from industrial size bottles. The sushi can be layered, flames like creme brûlée, or the common variety. I went sampler again and got 9 pieces of average size sushi, some nice, some not. The low rating is for leaving hungry after having some great food, some average food, and average drinks. Having something hyped and then feeling let down. And spending close to 100 Canadian dollars. I would suggest going for the sushi that is special, and ordering rather than sampling. This place could be 5 stars, or could be average. read more

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Our last meal with family visiting Vancouver and it was the best! We started off with the bergamot sour and it was fantastic! Refreshing and unique. We have never had oshi aburi sushi before. It's pressed into a box and then the top is torched, adding a whole new element: a charred, smoky flavor and a great assortment. If you can get a seat by the water the view is amazing. read more

This is for sure better than your average sushi! The location and the views of this restaurant are amazing and are definitely a factor into why we came. Everything was pleasant, presentation was beautiful, and came out fast. Wasn't as expensive as expected with how full we ended up being. Wouldn't call it your top tier sushi, but definitely worth a try! read more

Miku - sashimi lunch - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Based on quality of food alone (disregarding price), it was awesome. (Food:) SALMON OSHI SUSHI was soo delicious. It was topped with Miku sauce and lightly seared. The entire piece just melts in your mouth and you are left staring into space just trying to savour the flavours. MIKU ROLL was not as good as the salmon oshi, but it was still quite delicious. It was rolled in fish roe and covered with miku sauce and torched lightly as well. EBI FRITTERS came with 5 shrimps and was battered well and deep fried. It was sauced well, but not the most special dish. Variations have been found at other restaurants that taste just as similar. GREEN TEA OPERA for dessert. It consisted of multiple varieties of flavours including a sugar wafer, well-ripened fruits, green tea ice cream and a cake that had crunchy and soft parts to it. It was delicious, but on the pricey side. (Price:) SALMON OSHI SUSHI: $17 MIKU ROLL: $20 EBI FRITTERS: $15 GREEN TEA OPERA: $14.50 (Service:) The waiter was very good at explaining the dishes and giving recommendations. They also come around and give you new plates for every dish you have, which is a nice touch. (Overall:) Pricey, but delicious. Also has an awesome ocean view. I definitely like the Aburi sushi, and is just as good as Aburi Room in Toronto. read more

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Among the best sushi in Vancouver! Wonderful atmosphere + gorgeous locations. Try the Flame Seared Aburi!

I can't imagine giving this well know sushi artistry anything less than 5 stars. Yes, it's expensive, yes it's quite fancy (and a beautiful decor), and YES, the food is freaking amazing! Sad but we can in their happy hour time so we didn't have the full luxury of their dinner menu. But what we got was so delicious, that we didn't care about having more options. I got the Kale Goma-ae (sweet sesame soy). I think I preferred the kale to the typical spinach. It was chewier and had more texture. I loved the sauce and it was a perfect amount. I also got the Garden Roll (avo, red bell pepper, cucumber, shiso, wrapped in pickled watermelon radish). Holy lord, this was absolutely beautiful. The presentation is incredible. And the flavors are out of this world. No need for soya sauce here. And that came to $50 (we had a glass of wine as well). So yea, it's a treat and a definite repeat! read more

They have excellent seared nigiri! The salmon oishi roll was delicious. They had great valued lunch menu! Their shiso mojito was also delicious!! Their staff was delicious and it's a nice area to walk around after during the daytime. read more

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Simply put, this restaurant staff is in over their heads. We came to Vancouver on a family trip, looking forward to cap off our visit with a nice Japanese dinner at a waterfront restaurant, and my family was sorely disappointed. We are currently sitting at the restaurant at 10;43pm, still waiting for our dessert, when our initial reservation was set at 7:15. Do the math; it shouldn't take 30 minutes per course, when having a 6-course prefixe dinner! Mind you, we are the last customers in the restaurant, after having sat here for almost 3 and a half hours! Although the wait staff tried their best to accommodate, a restaurant's primary function is to serve food in a timely manner. We will not be going back to this restaurant, and recommend that everyone stay away, unless you have 4 hours or more to spend on your evening meal. read more

Most tasteless, most expensive sushi I've ever eaten. Terrible. The salmon (my favorite) had no flavor at all. The uni was smaller than a U.S. quarter, so half to a third the size of an average uni sushi, and twice as expensive as uni in NYC or San Diego. Do not waste your money. read more

Delicious in every way. Loved sitting by the window and looking out on the pier. The best was their seafood platter and the box sushi. So unique! We will be back. read more

I fell in love with aburi sushi ever since I was had a taste of this style of sushi. Miku is apparently well known for aburi sushi. I was a little disappointed after looking at their menu because they only had 3 choices for aburi sushi. We ordered salmon and saba aburi sushi from the aburi section of the menu. We also ordered unagi nigiri. Initially my wife and I thought that might not be enough for the two of us but we were wrong. All of our dishes were delicious and we especially like the unagi. However, the salmon and Saba aburi both came with a lot of rice on a very thin layer of meat. I think it could have been better had they reduced the amount of rice they serve for those two items. If you like aburi sushi just like me I'd suggest that you order from the nigiri section of the menu but ask for aburi style, which is a little extra but worth your penny since I think those offer a better balance between the meat and rice. read more

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Price/quality (4/4): I came here for lunch and I ordered a traditional sushi lunch, which included a bowl of miso soup, a bit of kale salad, 7 pieces of nigiri, and 3 maki rolls. Everything was fresh and the price was quite reasonable for the amount of food that I was served. I ended up ordering a scoop of ice cream after that, which came nicely garnished with berries, a cookie, and a bunch of other things. Service (1/1): Service was friendly and effective. I sat at the sushi bar, which made for a more interesting experience than sitting at a regular table. Would I come here again: Yes read more

Miku - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Long overdue post. Heard this place is the best sushi restaurant in Vancouver and this place did not disappoint. I would recommend getting reservations. I didn't and had to wait about 1 hour, so wandered around the waterfront to kill time. I ordered the Sashimi platter (chef's selection), uni, toro nigiri, salmon oshi, and the green tea opera cake. All the sushi was just so buttery and melts in your mouth with an exploding amount of flavor. Ending the meal with the green tea opera cake was heaven. read more

Miku - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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i love miku and would certainly go back ! -brussels sprouts were ok 7/10 -matcha latte 7/10 pretty good but i like mine with a bit more matcha - scallops 10/10 so delicious -yakisoba 8/10 good but not memorable -aburi oshi 10/10 so good, fish was buttery succulent, sauce didn't overpower fish. we actually order at least 3 of these -miku sampler 9/10 delectable, would do it again -risotto 8/10 good risotto, not memorable though -surf and turf roll (forgot if that's actually the name) 10/10 no other words -green tea opera 8/10 was delicious but so small. ordered extra matcha ice cream because it was that good read more

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Went here on a trip to Vancouver, never tried aburi sushi before. The fish was extremely fresh, we ordered 2 rounds of sushi and the dessert was unique and delicious. The combination of fish, rice, and toppings on each order were definitely well thought out because of how good it tasted together. Highly recommend if in Vancouver. read more

This place has the view that's worth more than a million bucks and they have the menu that has the Aburi Oshi Sushi which is quite possibly the best sushi you'll ever try. However, Minami in Yaletown is their sister restaurant and I can definitely say that they outrank Miku in every sense. Service here (especially from the hostesses) isn't very welcoming. Their menu also lacks many of the fabulous items that Minami offers. The orders take forever even though Minami is far busier; so I don't really take being packed as an excuse when their counterpart exceeds in service. The first Salmon Aburi Oshi Sushi was identical to the several that I've had previously at Minami however the second order's sauce was a bit on the salty side. If you're planning on having a date night with a view, this definitely is a nice location however if quality of service and food matters to you then I would highly suggest hopping over to Yaletown and checking out Minami. read more

This restaurant is very highly rated on every travel website. Me and wife went in for lunch and we were both blown away, She had a platter of different troupes is sushi, nigiri and sashimi. I tried the vegan platter which is same thing only no fish. My wife says that Vancouver seafood taste better than any where else in North America. Our lunch was amazing. I highly recommend this place to any visitor to Vancouver. read more

How to feel when you eat "The Best" of something? Are you to feel sad that no future experience will ever measure up? Resentful of all past consumption, ashamed that you settled for anything less? Or, joyful, because you literally just ate THE BEST sushi you have eaten to date and may ever eat again?! I'm going with the final answer, but all the former are no less true. Miku is deserving of all praise that previous reviewers have given, and this review will probably echo previous descriptions and become buried in all other 5-star reviews. As I have already indicated, the food was outstanding! Miku served up the most flavorful sushi experience, transforming my previous conceptions and changing my understanding of what sushi is and should be. Sushi does not need to be drown in soy sauce; in fact, no soy sauce or blobs of wasabi are served with your sushi meal! The masterfully crafted meal is to be enjoyed as served. So, enjoy and repeat as often as possible, my friends! Service is similarly impeccable. And, the water views are likewise exceptional. Pro tip: The restaurant is insanely popular (for the reasons outlined above), so I recommend an early lunch if you are trying to avoid the crowds. read more

Miku - Without question, this is the BEST sushi that I have ever eaten! Premium sushi lunch (served with miso soup) - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I think Miku has some of the best sushi in Vancouver. They have an amazing view, great service, and even better food. I really enjoyed their ebi fritters; it's like their take on shrimp tempura. I had their premium sushi lunch which comes with a variety of their sushi, and it has 3 of their specialty rolls. Their rolls are special compared to other sushi I've had. I'd seriously recommend getting this because you get a little taste of everything that they have to offer. I like how the sushi is already sauced/seasoned so there isn't really much of a need for soy sauce, but it's available if you still want it. Overall, I'd definitely be back to eat at Miku if I'm in the area. read more

Oh my Goodness! This restaurant is obviously well rated but on a recent trip to Vancouver from Seattle I was excited to try Sushi as I imagined with the Vancouver food scene it would be excellent. It took some work to get a reservation but after that was accomplished we arrived 30 minutes early and they were kind enough to seat us early. The staff was friendly and helpful easily 4.5 stars. The restaurant was space was sufficient but nothing that would inspire besides the view, if you were lucky to have a table by the window. The prices were high! The lobster risotto was good but pitifully small for even a young child. They are known for their seared sushi which came to the table cold. The regular sushi and rolls options were incredible limited. The rice was ok and I would rate it to the 'conveyer belt' sushi you would get at the mall. The wine was good but several of their menu listed items were not in stock. I think you might be better going to a less hyped and less expensive place considering the quality is just not at the level they are charging. They were kind and gave us a birthday sushi item gratis!! Thank you read more

First time trying and this sushi platter for 5 is very affordable compared to dining at the restaurant and the taste/look is still top-notch. read more

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We came here during vacation and the food, drinks and service were great! It was so good the first time, we ended up coming a second time. They have a decent amount of vegetarian options. I tried the garden roll, Brussels sprouts and the shiitake mushroom and it was great! If I'm ever in the area again, I would definitely come back. read more

I was quite excited to come here as I was being treated out for my birthday by my girlfriend. The ambiance was nice, with a nice view of the waterfront. The service very attentive, always checking in every few minutes. The waitress we had was very polite, all smiles. My group had the Miku Kaiseki with sake pairing, the most expensive thing on the menu. It consisted of seven courses, including their sashimi, a5 wagyu, and their aburi prime. The sake pairing was on point. Almost everything tasted superb, with the pairing level on par, or better than other Michelin 2-3 star restaurants I've been to. The sashimi, scallop, and a5 wagyu all with sake? Godly. However, the aburi prime was severely disappointing. The rice was too hard, sushi too cold, the sake pairing mediocre, portions and quantity much too big compared to the other dishes. How could you let your climactic dish (sixth out of seventh, before the dessert) be so extremely disappointing? I would gladly swap it out and have the sashimi again! Besides that, our dessert sake came late, which could've gone really well with the dessert. Overall, the presentation, service, sake pairing, and all dishes (minus the aburi prime and dessert sake) were phenomenal. I really hope the restaurant can improve the sixth dish and really show what their restaurant is capable of for their premiere kaiseki. read more

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Miku provides an incredible dining experience - their sushi is always fresh and they have great service . Whenever I go during lunch, I'll grab their lunch special which includes a variety of items. Also.... if you don't like any of the drinks they have one the menu, check out their virgin drinks and add a shot of gin or vodka to it! read more

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Loved the lunch special! Great service and ambiance is nice as it over looks to water. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the Vancouver area. read more

Oh my god, if you're ever in Vancouver definitely hit this place up! I came thinking this place would be some vocaloid themed hubba buh-loo but no sir, this place is overpowered. Me and my friends were able to get a reservation in just the day before and when we got seated the experience was just immaculate. The staff is all very attentive to not just you but also the food!!!!! I forgot what I ordered on the menu but no matter, EVERYTHING I had was a hit and I ordered most of the menu haha. I had one friend who hates shrimp but even how the shrimp is prepared here was able to get her to leave with a smile! If you ever see me in Vancouver you definitely can bet I'll make a stop by here once more! I typically leave 4 stars if I'm satisfied but this is one of the few places that I gotta leave a 5 read more

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The most amazing sushi in Canada!!! Service was top notch!! Sushi, second to none. Surf and turf sushi roll is a must!!! read more

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After reading a lot about sushi aburi and its popularity in Vancouver we decided to come to seemingly the main spot. We got the dining outside (?) combo special which was $39 for a miso soup, beef cheek appetizer, shrimp appetizer and 10 pieces of sushi. Miso soup was standard which is fine, you really shouldn't do too much with it in my opinion. Beef cheek was super tender in a nice sauce with a single brussel sprout half. The shrimp was super super battered, a bit more than I'm used to but tasty. I liked getting to try an assortment of sushi. The standout was of course the salmon aburi, but I also quite enjoyed the mackerel and the scallop nigiri. The maki rolls were inventive. We sat on the deck with a view of Place Canada and the service was perfect. All around us people were asking to change their tables for whatever reason and they seemed very accommodating. All in all It was a great experience. The meal itself was a good deal, but their regular menu is quite expensive and we weren't completely full afterward. If price is no object for you then 100% eat here! read more

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Came here on a Saturday for my makeup birthday dinner since the first restaurant we went to was horrible. Even on a Sunday, the place was PACKED. Must be doing something right. The waitress had the most amazing memory, impressed. Ambiance was modern, pretty and stylish. The yuzu cocktail I had was the most amazing thing ever. So light, refreshing, flavorful and beautiful. Sushi with their special sauce was also delicious. I would say I've had fresher seafood/nigiri however I never expected a none traditional jap restaurant to taste like this. Then the cake. I don't really order desserts since restaurants often make it super sweet but the chocolate dessert we had was so amazing. Perfect level of sugar, perfect size dessert, and it was also well plated. Price, ambiance, overall was so worth every penny. read more

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Awesome food. Authentic Japanese cuisine. Bright, airy, open space with stunning views of the harbour. Defines what a restaurant experience should be in Vancouver. read more

You're fcked if you come here ....cuz sushi is gonna suck everywhere else in North America read more

My husband and I were celebrating a special milestone last week, and were happy to get a 7:30 seating at Miku. We were seated in the private room in the back, where our table was next to the window looking out onto waterfront and Canada Place. The view was beautiful, though the room itself is quite sparse and super quiet - something to keep in mind if you prefer the more lively energy and decor of the main dining area of the restaurant. As we arrived, our server came to the table to introduce herself and go through any questions we had about the menu - she was super friendly and helpful. We were both pretty hungry when we arrived as we'd been saving our appetites for dinner, so we each started with an order of the miso soup. While we were waiting for the miso, our server surprised us with a small mackerel amuse bouche that was served in a porcelain chirirenge (the classic miso soup spoon)! It was plated (spooned?) beautifully - check out the attached photo. Shortly after, our miso soup arrived. It was warming and delicious, and helped take the edge off so that we could enjoy the rest of the evening at a more leisurely pace. Next up, we ordered the sake flight as we both enjoy rice wine, but have never really experimented with the different varieties. We loved the little wine glasses, they were little goldfish bowl-orb looking things, and enjoyed sipping and savouring the wines. My favourite was the kozaemon ginja (a junmai ginjo). We then shared an order of the "aka miso duck salad" which features Brome Lake duck breast, balsamic vinaigrette, wasabi crème fraîche, kurozu shallot vinaigrette, organic greens, seasonal vegetables and quinoa, pickled red onions, cucumber, cherry tomato, and alfalfa. After, we moved on to the sushi options. Now, I should preface this by saying that I am not a fan of salmon (I know, I know - it's not for lack of trying!) so we were trying to get a mix of things to sate both my partner and I. For something different, we split a surf & turf roll (sous-vide lobster, AAA sterling silver chuck flat, soy-balsamic marinated poke, truffled Miku sauce) and the red wave roll (prawn, avocado, wrapped in red tuna, and masatake sauce) - our server suggested getting a half order (4 pieces) so we could try more things from the menu. It was an excellent suggestion as we were no longer starving and wanted to keep testing the different dishes. The presentation was nice, and while we both love lobster and steak, this roll was not particularly memorable; it just kind of tasted like cold lobster, steak and rice with a little sauce. I'm not sure what we were expecting as we'd never ordered non-fish sushi before, but don't need to try it again. The red wave roll was also not a stand-out for either of us. For our next course, we ordered my husband's favourite - the aburi oshi sushi. We opted for the oshi sampler to share and try each of the aburi rolls: salmon, ebi (prawn), and saba (mackerel). Our server mentioned how mackerel has a flavour that people either love or hate, and so there was some kind of miscommunication where she thought we didn't like it and so she replaced it with a red tuna option. We started with the ebi, which had pressed prawn, lime zest, and ume sauce - it had the bright citrus flavour without the bite, and was creamy from the ume. It was nice, though very mild and perhaps uninteresting. We followed with the red tuna which again was good, but not particularly memorable (in fact, I don't recall what was on it since it was an off-menu item). The salmon aburi is what Miku is famous for, featuring pressed wild sockeye salmon, jalapeño, and Miku sauce. I had planned for my husband to enjoy the salmon aburi solo as I'm not a fan of that fish and was already full, but he insisted I tried it. I did, and it was... EXCELLENT!!! Wow, it was smokey, delicate, and perfectly balanced with the creamy sauce. It was superb. ...Which is why we ordered another oshi sampler. For the second round, we asked for 4 of the salmon and 2 of the mackerel that we missed in the first round. Both were excellent, and definitely the highlight of the meal - they had the most interesting and nuanced flavours of the evening. My husband actually preferred the mackerel to the salmon, which is really saying something. The mackerel aburi includes pressed house cured mackerel and miso sauce - it's super salty and has a certain earthiness to it which made it stand out. I also enjoyed it, though for me the salmon was the absolute winner of the night. All in all, it was a fun night and out and we'll be back! We'll look to get seats by the window in the main part of the restaurant for a more energetic atmosphere with other tables and the kitchen. We'll also try and save room for dessert (and perhaps more sake) next time. Kanpai! read more

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Great customer service, excellent food and a wonderful view. I always make a point to come her for lunch and dinner while I visit British Columbia! read more

One of my top 2 meals of all time. Just an incredible dining experience from start to finish. My wife and I did the Miku Kaiseki tasting menu and each dish was better than the last. Almost impossible to choose a favorite but the Wagyu Nigiri may be the best "bite" I've ever experienced. Still daydreaming about it. We ate at Nobu earlier in the week and Miku blew it out of the water. We will absolutely come back anytime we're in Vancouver. Fantastic service. Next level waiters and wait staff who gave great background on each dish and really made the experience special. read more

I finally got to try their famed Aburi Torched sushi and ordered take-out for their salmon & ebi oshisushi. For $34 I got 6 pieces of salmon and 6 pieces of ebi. I really appreciated the freshly grated wasabi that it came with. It all tasted very yummy, with the torched flavour and great ingredients. BUT the texture was not as melt in my mouth as I expected...maybe due to the fact that it was take-out perhaps? Seeing that I've tried similar oshisushi with a more affordable price from Green Leaf and Kishimoto, I felt like they executed the torched melty texture better! read more

Miku - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Partook in the 7 course Kaiseki, and I have to say I was quite disappointed in the quality and attention to detail in both the service and the food - it fell way short from what one would expect of a fine Japanese establishment. Brace yourself, this is gonna be a long review. I don't usually write reviews, but when I do, I write a novel (non-fiction of course). Tl;dr version: 3 stars for the company and prior past experiences at Miku Toronto. Toronto over Vancouver, fight me. Verbose version: I was hesitant to write this as I've had multiple pleasant experiences prior at Miku Toronto (both Kaiseki and a la cart) but my experience this time was definitely subpar when compared to my previous Kaiseki experiences at Miku Toronto. Maybe my expectations were a little high but isn't the OG supposed to always be better? It feels as though they have shifted their focus/priority from taste/quality to just having dishes that are instagrammable; it now feels more like a business than a restaurant - blame capitalism I guess? Nevertheless, I'd like this to be a call to action for this establishment to reflect on what their core value pillars are as a restaurant. Anyways, I'll detail what I thought of each course on the menu. You can decide if you agree with my (probably heavily biased) assessment: 1. Kaviari Caviar & Hokkaido Scallop Carpaccio: My dish arrived with a hair on the edge of the plate. You can see it at about the 0100 position on the plate in the pic I uploaded. I'm no hair expert but judging by how thin and curly the hair was, I don't think it originated from someone's head.. Not trying to nitpick and I understand it is virtually impossible to keep hair out of food, but I would've thought the waiters would do a second check prior to serving the dish to the table. Not a great opening to the Miku Vancouver experience and I guess set the tone for the rest of the evening. Server was nice enough to promptly and apologetically replace it was a hairless version though. If not for the hair snafu, this was an excellent course. Really liked the caviar and smoked mushroom and the herb/micro green they chose to incorporate with the scallop. 2. Feature Sashimi: The sashimi was plated quite nicely and came on a bed of ice - they even had dry ice to up the insta-worthiness! They give you time to grab your phone which was nice. Food wise it seemed like it was prepped earlier in the day and refrigerated - you can see the shiso leaf was wilting and some slices of fish were starting to dry (visually and texturally). One out of the 3 sashimi plates arrived without wasabi - again, devils in the details guys. Fatty tuna was still bomb - but hard to mess that up. Shout out to fat tunas, keep on ignoring the body shamers, I appreciate y'all. 3. Atlantic Lobster risotto: The risotto was the best tasting part of the meal for me. You could taste the lobster essence in the risotto and had a pleasant hint of sweetness in the background that complemented/accentuated the flavor of the lobster well. The lobster was tempura'd in squid ink batter, and came on a sleek looking black plate. Much aesthetic. Taste wise I feel the tempura batter kind of overpowered the taste of the lobster. Texturally I feel the batter was a bit on the heavier side and the lobster meat a bit tough/overcooked(?)- but this is probably by design and really a matter of personal preference. 4. Shio Koji Pacific Sablefish - This course comes with a sauce they pour table side. The dish itself has a little section/crater for the sauce pour - I'd like to think that they designed the dish just for this, but probably not the most economically sensible thing to do. Still cool though. I think they can be more careful when pouring the sauce so that it does not spill outside of the crater in the dish, not a big deal for most people I guess. Loved the texture of the fish (so flaky!), but it was very salty. I had to take sips of water between bites unless I drenched it in the cream sauce. It was salty to the point where I don't think it should be served. For context on my salt tolerance, I'm the type of dude that always puts less water in instant noodles than what they advise on the packaging, and then drink all the broth. 5. A5 Miyazaki Wagyu Nigiri: Arrived with some glass dome/cover thing filled with smoke, and the waiter/waitress removes it at the table (in a swirling motion) for more instaworthy content. It had a spotted prawn & shaved black truffles on top of the wagyu but all I could taste was the richness of the meat. 6. Aburi Prime: I liked how each nigiri was seasoned differently, but again it seems to have been prepared ahead of time. The rice in some of the pieces were a tad dry. Nothing to write home about. Waiter had a little trouble explaining everything going on in the course but it's a lot of stuff to remember I guess. 7. Seasonal Dessert feature: Very nice plating. A bit sweet for my taste but that's my personal preference. read more

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My girlfriend an I were visiting Vancouver and came here for lunch. We were a bit unsure of what to order so our server suggested the Lunch Shokai. I'm glad he did because it was an excellent introduction to what they have available. Along with miso soup, we received two appetizers of battered crab legs and braised beef. Both were delicious but the batter on the crab legs was simply exquisite. Afterwards, we received ten pieces of sushi featuring a variety of different rolls and nigiri. The nigiri was the star of this dish and I almost wished we received more of these. Lastly, we shared the strawberry sorbet which was topped by gold leaf and served on a bed of chocolate cookies crumbs. I loved it. This place also has beautiful views and excellent service. Highly recommended! read more

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