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    Minami

    4.1 (844 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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    Outdoor seating

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    Brussels Sprouts
    Doreen T.

    I'm not a big eater, but I do wish the portions here were a bit larger! My friend and I shared the 3-piece aburi salmon, 3-piece aburi tuna, a salmon & chutoro don, and the Brussels sprouts. We thought it would be enough, but even our waitress joked that she'd still be hungry with that order haha! The sushi was fresh, and we especially enjoyed the aburi salmon. However, the aburi tuna didn't seem very seared, if at all. The salmon & chutoro don was excellent, it was super fresh, and the salmon had that vibrant orange color you get from wild-caught fish. The Brussels sprouts made for a nice starter too. I made our reservation on OpenTable and appreciated being able to adjust it by 15-minute intervals due to the terrible rainy traffic. Just a heads-up that they charge extra for ponzu sauce. Service was friendly and patient, and the restaurant itself is beautifully decorated.

    Tony X.

    A friend from Toronto was in town, so we decided to splurge and have dinner at Minami. We ordered several different items on the menu to share, and literally all of it was very fresh and high quality. If you have the budget for it and don't mind spending for excellent food, service, and atmosphere, I'd recommend Minami

    Some of the sashimi we had. Loved the presentation.
    Cathy S.

    We had some lovely dinners in Vancouver, but our group all agreed that this was our favorite. Situated in Yaletown (quite a happening place), it was a short Lyft ride from our hotel. The food was...chef's kiss. We had rolls, nigiri, and sashimi. All was perfectly prepared. The wait staff was attentive, even though the restaurant was packed. We have a member in our group who can't eat gluten and they could make almost everything gluten free.

    Kira L.

    Food - as a sushi lover who eats sushi all around the world, the Oshi here is decently average. The fish itself is good but the rice to fish ratio is a little off for me, would prefer another layer of fish for this block of rice. Got the wagyu don plus premium set- average wagyu. The duck confit was average, ebi in the fried ebi was a good quality shrimp so it was a pleasant surprise. The matcha opera cake was also a pleasant surprise- layer of Matcha, moose with red bean paste, followed by chocolate, mousse and crispy chocolate layer. Overall, Food is average 3 star. Service - our server Ryan was amazing super attentive to our needs, friendly, patient, needs a raise. Had a better time thanks to Ryan! Ambiance - cozy mood lighting

    Bea F.

    Dare I say I've enjoyed the couple of experiences I've had at Minami more than Miku? Minami is fabulous, love the slightly more casual/comfortable atmosphere with delicious food. Our server was fabulous and very friendly. The menu has a great balance between meat/fish and veggie options. Some specific standouts were the miso mashed potatoes, the wagyu, and the mixed sushi roll set! I've thoroughly enjoyed every dining experience I've had here and look forward to coming back.

    Champagne roll  Ebi oshi  Salmon oshi
    Yojna J.

    Absolutely loved my experience at Minami! What a fantastic sister restaurant of Miku.The food was incredible, especially the oshi sushi! We got the champagne roll and the ebi oshi and the salmon oshi and they were so gooood! Delicious Great vibes and ambiance; it's the perfect spot if you want high-quality Japanese cuisine. The staff were friendly and attentive! If you're a fan of great food and great vibes, go go go to Minami! You won't be disappointed.

    Ayush K.

    Solid restaurant with good and affordable food. I tried their deluxe nigiri set which consisted of 8 pieces of nigiri (which included uni and other premium cuts of fish) and 6 pieces of tekka maki. Each cut of the fish was fresh. The uni was fresh too but not as sweet. The only thing wrong with the nigiri was that the rice was falling apart. Friendly service and attentive staff. Overall a good experience.

    Julienne P.

    We ordered uni shooters, unagi nigiri, aburri , assorted nigiri, and sake flight. Everything was extremely salty except for the unagi nigiri. This is a sister restaurant of Miku which was why we wanted it but it truly did not deliver on food. Sushi should not be this salty and I don't know who was in charge that night but their seasoning is very off. Our waitress was extremely nice and attentive so we tipped her extra instead of ordering more. We left still hungry but didn't want to eat anything else salty at that point.

    Toasted coconut pana cotta
    Karla C.

    This place was recommended by so many people and it did not disappoint. I wanted to try a variety of items so the waiter recommended the premium platter. Some of the fishes were imported from Japan. The quality and flavor were amazing. The waiter was so friendly and I loved how she explained everything. It wasn't really busy during lunch it was easy to get a table. It was a little bit on the pricier side but so worth it. I ended my lunch with the panna cotta and it was an explosion of tropical flavors.

    Oysters
    Sharon K.

    Minami is a higher end, trendy restauraunt which came highly recommended to us by friends. We arrived early for our reservation and they kindly checked to see if they could seat us early. The hostess staff was very kind and professional. They checked my coat so I didn't have to fumble with it on my chair which was nice. Our server was very nice and helpful. He was also very attentive so we did not have to try to waive him down at any point of our meal. We ordered the oysters and Brussel sprout chips for our appetizers and the oysters were of course very fresh and my husband and son really enjoyed them. The Togarashi Lemon Pepper Brussel Sprout Chips were really good. It was flavored really well and were nice and crisped up. Great starters. My husband and I ordered the Deluxe sashimi platter and my son ordered the A5 wagyu steak. Yes, my son has expensive taste. But the benefit is he always let's me take a taste of his food. If you want to try a luscious steak, OMG you gotta try this once in your life. It's so good. The sashimi platter was a perfect selection. The three types of tuna: Maguro, Chuu Toro, and Oo Toro. Basically they are three different grades of fattiness of tuna. They also had Hamachi (yellowtail), Aji, scallop, and raw glass shrimp with a garnish of a fried shrimp head. It was a beautiful selection and presentation. For dessert we have the Cassis Mont Blanc Cheesecake. It was so luscious and very balanced between sweet and tart. A definite go to for dessert here. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. We will definitely come back next time we are in Vancouver! Thank you very much! ありがとうございました。Thank you for the wonderful meal! ごちそうさまでした!

    chicken nanban
    Lucy M.

    Our family of 7 stopped by Minami for dinner on a Monday night earlier this month and had some excellent food! Our server was amazing and led us through all elements of the menu and made some great suggestions to keep us well-fed, as well as keeping us super aware of cross-contamination possibilities for the dietary restrictions for our group. The main reason one star is docked is because the portion sizes are pretty small for the amount paid; more on that later. We got a bunch of things to share, and the parents loved the goma-ae and the pressed sushi the best. My husband and I loved the flavor of the ebi oshi best; the yuzu sauce that came with it really elevated those bites, enough that we ordered another round. Chicken nanban was just alright, and the aburi octopus was a bit tough, but the two rolls we sampled were also delicious and the desserts we tried were super refreshing and not too sweet. One person in our group is allergic to seafood but luckily there's enough on the menu that he can eat; we ordered him the 8oz ribeye and he not only enjoyed the steak but also raved about the vegetables that came with it. However, it was truly sad to see the nickel-sized portion of mashed potatoes he was given. I don't have a picture of it, but we were all shocked that that was how much mashed potatoes were on the plate. Our server was super apologetic about it and we ended up ordering a full side of the mashed potatoes anyway, but the skimpiness of that portion size didn't leave a great impression. However the rest of the meal was solid enough that I would recommend Minami to anyone looking to try aburi-style sushi for the first time!

    Cam H.

    Pretty solid sushi spot but not the best I've had. Still very good quality. I did really enjoy the seared sushi. The rolls were decent. Very romantic atmosphere here, definitely perfect for a date night. It was calm and quiet inside too. Excellent service. Our waitress was very sweet and personable. She was a great conversationalist.

    Uni shooter
    Shabi M.

    Fantastic food and an even better experience! We absolutely loved the Aburi Salmon Sushi. It was one of the best I've had. The Uni Shooter was jaw-dropping, an absolute must try. Our waitress, Sayaka, was incredibly helpful and professional, making our visit even more enjoyable. This place exceeded our expectations, but one recommendation would be to refine the décor and lighting to better reflect a true Japanese ambiance. We initially had a Saturday reservation but canceled after seeing interior photos, as the atmosphere didn't feel as authentic as we'd hoped. Adding more Japanese ornaments and thoughtful lighting could elevate the experience and make it feel less like a standard restaurant and more like a true Japanese dining experience. That said, the food alone makes Minami worth visiting!

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    Who gave this spot anything less than 5 stars? I just want to talk lol. Seriously, were we…read moreexperiencing the same meal. Steep as it is, I decided I wanted a "quick little sushi lunch with a view", and a quick little sushi lunch with a few is exactly what I received. Although I don't recommend it, I walked right in from the street, no reservation, and was seated at the bar (in pretty casual street clothes I may add). I enjoyed a premium sake flight (which was fine...just fine), an old fashioned served with the perfect accompanying dark chocolate, and a good amount of sushi including their signature aburi style sushi in flight form and nigiri tuna flight (bluefin, chutoro, otoro). After visiting Japan last December, I'm a bit of an otoro snob but I have to hand it to them, all three of these cuts were perfect. The accompanying rice, perfection. The quality of the fish, divine. The view was the cherry on top of this experience. This will certainly be a spot I revisit next time I'm in Vancouver.

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    I visited this place a few days ago during a busy time. There were quite a few people waiting, and…read morethe 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.

    Marulilu cafe is a super small dining area but the result is a cozy and intimate atmosphere. I…read morewould 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.

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    I had no idea that katsu could taste this GOOD. I mean, all katsu I've had prior to eating at Saku…read morejust pales in comparison. Who knew??? My hubs and I vacationed in Vancouver a few weeks ago in late April. We had seen the long lines for dinner at Saku when we were here more than a year ago. So, we decided to give them a try for a late lunch around 2pm on a Wednesday afternoon. No wait. We got seated right away. We liked how spacious and airy the dining room was. Our wait staff were friendly and on point. They were considerate about answering our questions about the food and food allergies. I ordered the chicken thigh katsu ($26 Can) and my hubs got the chicken thigh curry ($28.50 Can). No dairy involved in either dish which I was happy about because I have challenges digesting milk protein. Yes, it's kinda pricey. Yes, it's totally worth it. The katsu is light, crispy, fried perfectly, not greasy, and comes with unlimited rice, miso soup, finely chopped cabbage salad, and an addictively delicious sesame dressing. My hubs' curry sauce was served on the side so he could pour out as much or as little as he wanted. All in all, it was a very pleasant and satisfying meal. Saku is top notch for katsu. You won't believe how good katsu can be until you try it.

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