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We went here for a special occasion and did the omakase tasting. It was our first time doing omakase so we don't have any expectations. It didn't blow me away but overall it was really good. You get an insane amount of food. I don't know anyone who could finish the amount they served you so it's great value for only 100 CAD. The standouts for us were the Brussel sprouts, negitoro, and the scallop from the starters and the Gorgonzola gnocchi from the main. The best dessert was the cardamom mochi doughnuts. It is a small space so they only have one waitress. She is a very good job handling all the tables and they were all full when we were there. She was also super sweet and helped us with recommendations. They have a good happy hour here so if I go back it would probably be for happy hour or just ordering à la carte off the menu. I'm not sure I would do the omakase again and it looked like we were the only ones doing it the night we went.
After months of procrastination, I finally made my way down to this little gem. So worth the planning and wait. This place is a cute little fusion japanese place that has the cutest decor if i have to say. From small led signs on the wall to an old record vinyl player in the women's washroom. The wooden wall and the dim ambiance everywhere really sets the relaxing vibes whether just for some casual good quality drinks or a fun romancy outing with your partner or some catch up time with your gfs. Hence good vibes led light is sitting in the most perfect spot on the wall i'd say. I do have to share the place is smaller so seating is a bit tighter. Neighbour beside me that left after the first couple ... wasn't the nicest . So don't have chunky items with you or a giant purse you won't have proper comfortable seating if you run into the luck that i did. The guy beside me was essentially pushing me off my little square mat at some point but good thing i was wrapping up my meal by that point. But anywhooz out of all the things that i've tried in the pictures shared, my ultimate faves were the scallop motoyaki and uni crème pasta, make sure you go for the full order it's a good size, half is too small in my opinion. The linguini was cooked al dente, the creaminess of this dish is still lingering in my memories. The tobiko and ikura scattered on the top really leveled up the dish. Drooling just writing this review thinking about that dish again haha. They have featured specials at this place on specific nights, the website shares that info too. Street parking is available outside. Prices are reasonable id say and the service is the absolute best. Friendly and conversational. Id definitely return again.
I had placed Noah's Cafe on my list for ages but never managed to get a visit in until last week for a girl's night dinner. This place is wonderful as it has vegan options for my best friend to enjoy as well as a happy hour menu after 9pm for cheaper bites and drinks. The place is small, but modern and stylish. We were sat near the door, which was less preferred but overall did not bother us too much. I was particularly enamoured by the drinks and the fancy little gas bubble that they blow onto it and was even more impressed at the happy hour price paid for it. The drinks not only looked good but tasted good as well! For food, we shared a variety of beautifully plated appetizers and mains. The cheese tofu was so yummy! Brussels were not a standout but still a good staple. The duck breast was tender and delicious with the variety of sweet/savoury sauces - I especially thought the sautéed duck skin with onion was interesting and thought it was a nice change of texture. For the pasta, I wasn't sure what to expect, but when it arrived I realized it was a fried ball of crab on top. Although there was not much crab, the pasta was well seasoned and cooked al dente. Since we stayed into happy hour, we also had the chance to order additional appetizers to share. Everything was standard for what it should be. I think the standouts for this place are definitely the drinks. Service was prompt and the servers are attentive with plate changes and water filling. I would definitely like to come back to try more menu items on happy hour!
OH MY GOODNESS!!! Why did I not go to this place sooner?! Starting from the whole ambience, to the food, to the service, everything was chef's kiss! We ordered the famous omlette rice. It was not exactly the omurice I had envisioned, ( NOT a soft French omlette with gooey centre), but it was an omlette with meat and rice, and fabulous gravy. It was so so delicious. I did not expect to like it so much! I absolutely loved it and craved for more! I ordered their fancy sake cocktail! It was absolutely spectacular and had a great kick to it! The service was attentive and quite prompt!
Back at Noah's! Not sure what happened but service was really slow on this Wednesday night, though the staff did apologize for that. The uni pasta was delicious and I'd get it again! The avocado was an interesting choice - definitely an umami bomb with the chicken but not sure I'm feeling the combination of ingredients! Ceviche was fresh but I wish there was more of it.
I haven't had such unique flavours in a while! Love the ambiance. We got uni butter, cheese tofu, and omelette hayashi! They were all amazing. I was worried the hayashi would be salty but it was very well balanced. The rice texture was amazing.
What a vibe! Legit Japanese izakaya, as the decor was so unique and that gorg bar! As I am on the last day of dry Jan, I didn't try the cocktails but our table got mocktails. We all ordered DOV dine out Vancouver menu and hands down so glad we tried this place thanks to a friend's suggestion as barely check out restaurants on Denman. It was exceptional from the service to the food to the ambiance. It's rare to find all 3. My favorite was the sablefish w/ tofu with the cardamom donuts a close second. But everything was delicious as our table agreed every bite was great. The meal was well balanced and the flavors were authentic. Highly recommend and check out the cool retro bathroom, they've thought of every detail. I thought I ordered the house made ginger ale to realize it was a ginger punch mocktail, no wonder it tasted sweet, as not a fan of mocktails due to high sweetness but I only asked at the end oh well, our waitress was amazing.
met up for late night happy hour at 9:16 pm on a thursday at noah's cafe, a spot neither of us had been to before, but figured the menu looks interesting, let's give it a try, why not? the only clue we were in the right place was a cheeky sign that read "little tokyo this way," which felt very on brand for a tucked away tokyo style izakaya. no flashing signage, no obvious storefront, just a hint and a hunch. noah's cafe is a japanese fusion tapas bar tucked along denman at 1096, and the vibe hits instantly. cozy, moody, and effortlessly cool, it's got that underground speakeasy feel, exposed brick walls, rustic wooden stools, shelves stacked with bottles, and soft neon glows (including an adorable glowing martini glass). the bartender's focused, the music's low, and it feels like the kind of place you could easily lose track of time in. it was packed and loud. we ordered a few dishes to share, starting with the uni butter, made a with fresh uni sashimi blended with miso and truffle, served with house jam and soft charcoal focaccia. rich, creamy, and surprisingly balanced. the nfc (noah's fried chicken) was a generous plate of crispy, juicy dark meat served with a tangy yuzu miso aioli. and the omelette hayashi rice, recommended by our server, was a comforting plate of mushroom omelette over rice, smothered in japanese style hashed beef stew, finished with parmigiano reggiano and onion bits. i was hoping the omelette would be softer and runny, not sure if it was meant to be cooked through, but the dish was hearty and full of flavour. we wrapped things up with the chestnut cheesecake, light, creamy, and not too sweet. a lovely way to end the meal. they have weekday specials, like feast and pour mondays, dj tuesdays, wing wednesdays, and even an omakase menu. first visit, but definitely not the last. if you're looking to be transported to a cozy corner of tokyo without leaving the west end, something off the beaten path, with good food, good drinks, and great ambiance, this is it.
Highly recommend Noah's Cafe for happy hour (5-6pm; 9pm-close - daily). We tried bunch of food and cocktails from the menu and they were all delicious. Personal faves were the uni butter, negitoro X focaccia, omelette hayashi rice, and wagyu beef tartare. Service is always warm and friendly and the space is cozy. Will definitely come back!
I can't describe how good this place is and you definitely have to check it out! We tried a bit of everything and I can say our favourite is the uni pasta, beef tongue and tartare. Our waitress was spectacular and the ambience was relaxing and cozy. They allowed us to bring in a cake and celebrate our friend's birthday which made it so special.
They really know how to do Dine Out. The mini Arc plate was amazing. About six different items from the menu and every single one was good. * The uni pasta was surprisingly very good. I'm not usually a uni fan, but this was 100% worth trying. * Donuts were delicious. * Great cocktail selection and the cocktails actually tasted really good. * Excellent service, staff were attentive despite being a full house and super busy. The only downside to this place is the high-top seating was uncomfortable. Will definitely come back!
I have seen some pretty cute drinks here and was not disappointed. Their most popular cocktail, Japanese Greyhound, was such a fun drink with the bubble on top! And it was so, so tasty. I also got a Strawberry Night but preferred the Japanese Greyhound more. For our party of two, we shared: ° Wagyu Beef Tartare ° Cheese Tofu ° Squid & Chips ° Uni Creme Pasta My favourite was the cheese tofu. The cheese with the maple honey, on the charcoal focaccia was such a delicious combo. I had to scoop up every last bit. The wagyu beef tartare is a solid choice as well paired with the truffle potato chips. Place is cozy and intimate, and service was prompt and professional.
I have to give this place 5 stars. It's a small place with a good amount of tables, stools, and bar seating. The vibes are really nice with music that isn't too loud. We were visiting for a couple days and went a total of 3 times!! We ate through a lot of the menu since there were so many dishes that appealed to us! The uni truffle omelette lunch was my husbands favorite and my personal was the blacked amago on the dinner menu. All the flavors were well balanced and quite frankly addicting. I don't plan to be back in Vancouver for a while but if I visited again I would for sure go back once more. The service was impeccable and all the staff we interacted with were so helpful and nice! Other highlights we enjoyed were the wagyu tartare, cheese tofu, beef tongue, duck radicchio salad. We're not huge drinkers but the drinks we had were amazing as well. Cheers to the staff and chefs here. They hit the spot every time.
2 months ago
AMAZING drinks, amazing service and ambiance as well. I highly recommend the pink moon if want a very palatable drink that goes down smooth. As for the service, we felt attended to the whole time with warmth. We even forgot my bag of snacks we bought just before and the server ran it out to us when we were already several blocks away. Thank you Noah's for the wonderful experience read more
Great vibe! If I lived closer, I'd be here all the time because both the cocktails and food are so craveable! The last drink I had when I dined at Noah's was the Eclipse -- pisco, charcoal, caradamom, yuzu, rosemary syrup, and angostura -- and I'm still thinking about it weeks later. Eclipse was airy and refreshing, but it also had depth. The uni pasta fills the void in my heart (and stomach!) that's been there since The Rise Eatery closed. Speaking of seafood, the oysters topped with ikura felt so precious. It's served with a shoyu vinaigrette that I definitely recommend adding a spoonful of. Adding to the decadence, the yuzu gorgonzola cream gnocchi...didn't really taste yuzu, but this was a very delicious gnocchi dish. Don't skip on dessert! The cardamom mochi donuts are perfection! Other notes: seats were comfy; service was swift and friendly. read more
9 months ago
4.5 stars. Noah's cafe is a vibe, featuring daily discounted specials, happy hour with discounted deals twice daily, and Japanese fusion tapas. I came in just after 9 PM for happy hour and soaked up the vibrant energy from both solo diners reading a book over a nice meal to groups exploding into laughter. I also heard a lot of Japanese conversation and enjoyed the lo-fi music. My husband and I agreed standout dishes were the tuna takaki, fried chicken, and negitoro. The cheese butter and the Wagyu tartare with chips were good, but we felt the tartare was a bit rich and could be served on a more plain chip. The brussel sprouts were on the richer/oily side. Drinks were superb. Overall, a very nice place for every occasion. read more
We went here for a special occasion and did the omakase tasting. It was our first time doing omakase so we don't have any expectations. It didn't blow me away but overall it was really good. You get an insane amount of food. I don't know anyone who could finish the amount they served you so it's great value for only 100 CAD. The standouts for us were the Brussel sprouts, negitoro, and the scallop from the starters and the Gorgonzola gnocchi from the main. The best dessert was the cardamom mochi doughnuts. It is a small space so they only have one waitress. She is a very good job handling all the tables and they were all full when we were there. She was also super sweet and helped us with recommendations. They have a good happy hour here so if I go back it would probably be for happy hour or just ordering à la carte off the menu. I'm not sure I would do the omakase again and it looked like we were the only ones doing it the night we went. read more
After months of procrastination, I finally made my way down to this little gem. So worth the planning and wait. This place is a cute little fusion japanese place that has the cutest decor if i have to say. From small led signs on the wall to an old record vinyl player in the women's washroom. The wooden wall and the dim ambiance everywhere really sets the relaxing vibes whether just for some casual good quality drinks or a fun romancy outing with your partner or some catch up time with your gfs. Hence good vibes led light is sitting in the most perfect spot on the wall i'd say. I do have to share the place is smaller so seating is a bit tighter. Neighbour beside me that left after the first couple ... wasn't the nicest . So don't have chunky items with you or a giant purse you won't have proper comfortable seating if you run into the luck that i did. The guy beside me was essentially pushing me off my little square mat at some point but good thing i was wrapping up my meal by that point. But anywhooz out of all the things that i've tried in the pictures shared, my ultimate faves were the scallop motoyaki and uni crème pasta, make sure you go for the full order it's a good size, half is too small in my opinion. The linguini was cooked al dente, the creaminess of this dish is still lingering in my memories. The tobiko and ikura scattered on the top really leveled up the dish. Drooling just writing this review thinking about that dish again haha. They have featured specials at this place on specific nights, the website shares that info too. Street parking is available outside. Prices are reasonable id say and the service is the absolute best. Friendly and conversational. Id definitely return again. read more
I had placed Noah's Cafe on my list for ages but never managed to get a visit in until last week for a girl's night dinner. This place is wonderful as it has vegan options for my best friend to enjoy as well as a happy hour menu after 9pm for cheaper bites and drinks. The place is small, but modern and stylish. We were sat near the door, which was less preferred but overall did not bother us too much. I was particularly enamoured by the drinks and the fancy little gas bubble that they blow onto it and was even more impressed at the happy hour price paid for it. The drinks not only looked good but tasted good as well! For food, we shared a variety of beautifully plated appetizers and mains. The cheese tofu was so yummy! Brussels were not a standout but still a good staple. The duck breast was tender and delicious with the variety of sweet/savoury sauces - I especially thought the sautéed duck skin with onion was interesting and thought it was a nice change of texture. For the pasta, I wasn't sure what to expect, but when it arrived I realized it was a fried ball of crab on top. Although there was not much crab, the pasta was well seasoned and cooked al dente. Since we stayed into happy hour, we also had the chance to order additional appetizers to share. Everything was standard for what it should be. I think the standouts for this place are definitely the drinks. Service was prompt and the servers are attentive with plate changes and water filling. I would definitely like to come back to try more menu items on happy hour! read more
1 year ago
OH MY GOODNESS!!! Why did I not go to this place sooner?! Starting from the whole ambience, to the food, to the service, everything was chef's kiss! We ordered the famous omlette rice. It was not exactly the omurice I had envisioned, ( NOT a soft French omlette with gooey centre), but it was an omlette with meat and rice, and fabulous gravy. It was so so delicious. I did not expect to like it so much! I absolutely loved it and craved for more! I ordered their fancy sake cocktail! It was absolutely spectacular and had a great kick to it! The service was attentive and quite prompt! read more
Back at Noah's! Not sure what happened but service was really slow on this Wednesday night, though the staff did apologize for that. The uni pasta was delicious and I'd get it again! The avocado was an interesting choice - definitely an umami bomb with the chicken but not sure I'm feeling the combination of ingredients! Ceviche was fresh but I wish there was more of it. read more
3 months ago
5 months ago
I haven't had such unique flavours in a while! Love the ambiance. We got uni butter, cheese tofu, and omelette hayashi! They were all amazing. I was worried the hayashi would be salty but it was very well balanced. The rice texture was amazing. read more
What a vibe! Legit Japanese izakaya, as the decor was so unique and that gorg bar! As I am on the last day of dry Jan, I didn't try the cocktails but our table got mocktails. We all ordered DOV dine out Vancouver menu and hands down so glad we tried this place thanks to a friend's suggestion as barely check out restaurants on Denman. It was exceptional from the service to the food to the ambiance. It's rare to find all 3. My favorite was the sablefish w/ tofu with the cardamom donuts a close second. But everything was delicious as our table agreed every bite was great. The meal was well balanced and the flavors were authentic. Highly recommend and check out the cool retro bathroom, they've thought of every detail. I thought I ordered the house made ginger ale to realize it was a ginger punch mocktail, no wonder it tasted sweet, as not a fan of mocktails due to high sweetness but I only asked at the end oh well, our waitress was amazing. read more
met up for late night happy hour at 9:16 pm on a thursday at noah's cafe, a spot neither of us had been to before, but figured the menu looks interesting, let's give it a try, why not? the only clue we were in the right place was a cheeky sign that read "little tokyo this way," which felt very on brand for a tucked away tokyo style izakaya. no flashing signage, no obvious storefront, just a hint and a hunch. noah's cafe is a japanese fusion tapas bar tucked along denman at 1096, and the vibe hits instantly. cozy, moody, and effortlessly cool, it's got that underground speakeasy feel, exposed brick walls, rustic wooden stools, shelves stacked with bottles, and soft neon glows (including an adorable glowing martini glass). the bartender's focused, the music's low, and it feels like the kind of place you could easily lose track of time in. it was packed and loud. we ordered a few dishes to share, starting with the uni butter, made a with fresh uni sashimi blended with miso and truffle, served with house jam and soft charcoal focaccia. rich, creamy, and surprisingly balanced. the nfc (noah's fried chicken) was a generous plate of crispy, juicy dark meat served with a tangy yuzu miso aioli. and the omelette hayashi rice, recommended by our server, was a comforting plate of mushroom omelette over rice, smothered in japanese style hashed beef stew, finished with parmigiano reggiano and onion bits. i was hoping the omelette would be softer and runny, not sure if it was meant to be cooked through, but the dish was hearty and full of flavour. we wrapped things up with the chestnut cheesecake, light, creamy, and not too sweet. a lovely way to end the meal. they have weekday specials, like feast and pour mondays, dj tuesdays, wing wednesdays, and even an omakase menu. first visit, but definitely not the last. if you're looking to be transported to a cozy corner of tokyo without leaving the west end, something off the beaten path, with good food, good drinks, and great ambiance, this is it. read more
Highly recommend Noah's Cafe for happy hour (5-6pm; 9pm-close - daily). We tried bunch of food and cocktails from the menu and they were all delicious. Personal faves were the uni butter, negitoro X focaccia, omelette hayashi rice, and wagyu beef tartare. Service is always warm and friendly and the space is cozy. Will definitely come back! read more
I can't describe how good this place is and you definitely have to check it out! We tried a bit of everything and I can say our favourite is the uni pasta, beef tongue and tartare. Our waitress was spectacular and the ambience was relaxing and cozy. They allowed us to bring in a cake and celebrate our friend's birthday which made it so special. read more
8 months ago
They really know how to do Dine Out. The mini Arc plate was amazing. About six different items from the menu and every single one was good. * The uni pasta was surprisingly very good. I'm not usually a uni fan, but this was 100% worth trying. * Donuts were delicious. * Great cocktail selection and the cocktails actually tasted really good. * Excellent service, staff were attentive despite being a full house and super busy. The only downside to this place is the high-top seating was uncomfortable. Will definitely come back! read more
2 years ago
I have seen some pretty cute drinks here and was not disappointed. Their most popular cocktail, Japanese Greyhound, was such a fun drink with the bubble on top! And it was so, so tasty. I also got a Strawberry Night but preferred the Japanese Greyhound more. For our party of two, we shared: ° Wagyu Beef Tartare ° Cheese Tofu ° Squid & Chips ° Uni Creme Pasta My favourite was the cheese tofu. The cheese with the maple honey, on the charcoal focaccia was such a delicious combo. I had to scoop up every last bit. The wagyu beef tartare is a solid choice as well paired with the truffle potato chips. Place is cozy and intimate, and service was prompt and professional. read more
2 years ago
I have to give this place 5 stars. It's a small place with a good amount of tables, stools, and bar seating. The vibes are really nice with music that isn't too loud. We were visiting for a couple days and went a total of 3 times!! We ate through a lot of the menu since there were so many dishes that appealed to us! The uni truffle omelette lunch was my husbands favorite and my personal was the blacked amago on the dinner menu. All the flavors were well balanced and quite frankly addicting. I don't plan to be back in Vancouver for a while but if I visited again I would for sure go back once more. The service was impeccable and all the staff we interacted with were so helpful and nice! Other highlights we enjoyed were the wagyu tartare, cheese tofu, beef tongue, duck radicchio salad. We're not huge drinkers but the drinks we had were amazing as well. Cheers to the staff and chefs here. They hit the spot every time. read more
2 years ago
We were just visiting Vancouver for one night and I'm so glad we decided to get dinner here. We happened to show up right at nighttime happy hour (9PM) which was a nice surprise. We loved the smaller portions so we could try multiple options. The space is nicely decorated and comfortable. The staff is incredibly friendly, some of the best service I've experienced in a while. Our favorite was the uni butter, a must try. Pairs nicely with the bread and jam. We also liked the unique cocktails, like tea based drinks and the fig cocktail. Absolutely recommend stopping by here for delicious, high-quality food and drinks! read more
3 years ago
Finally, I had the chance to visit Noah's Cafe, which offers Japanese fusion food, and the ambiance is cozy and stylish. It's located near English Bay. The day I visited this restaurant had beautiful weather with plenty of sunshine, making it perfect for a leisurely walk along the beach. It was a wonderful day to visit this restaurant. What I had: Uni butter - House-made butter with uni and miso, served with charcoal bread, was outstanding. The rich uni paste butter blends wonderfully with the miso, making it a perfect appetizer. Foie gras Unagi pie - Phyllo pastry with unagi, foie gras, mushrooms, and cheese. The phyllo pastry was a bit soggy, and the sauce overwhelmed all the ingredients, making it a bit too rich." Duck carppacio - One of the best dishes for a delightful night. Please do give it a try Confit beef tongue - sweet ginger soy marinade paired exceptionally well with the deliciously chewy and tender beef tongue. This is a must-try. Squid and chips - A hearty portion of deep-fried squid with fried Brussels sprouts. The Brussels sprouts were a bit salty, but that's okay Pasta - I forgot the name of this pasta, but the ingredients included beef, red pepper, and chili. It turned out to be spicier than I expected. However, the white sauce blended in perfectly, resulting in a dish with an impactful flavor. The highlight was the cocktails! We ordered a Japanese Greyhound, a bubble cocktail with tableside presentation by the server. It was quite fancy. And the Lady in Pink cocktail was really delightful. It had a fantastic balance of sweet and savory, leaning more towards the sweet side. I absolutely loved it Overall, I've decided to visit this restaurant again. It's a great place to go with friends after a leisurely walk along the beach in nice weather. Alternatively, it's perfect for warming up with more cocktails during the winter season. . read more
3 years ago
4.5/5 TL;DR: cute little restaurant with good and unique food; great service Came here on a Thursday night without a reservation, but it was later in the evening, so was able to get a table. Service was impeccable. So nice and informative. FOOD: ~Uni butter (4/5): so much umami flavor! Very strong salty flavor, but with the bread (which was amazing) it was perfect. The seasonal jam was also so delicious! ~Foie Gras and Unagi Pie (4/5): Very interesting flavors! Was really really good. Only downside is the flavors can get a little muddled ~Beef tongue confit (3.75/5): Great flavors and the beef tongue was cooked great! It was on the greasier side, so I personally couldn't eat too much of it ~Uni pasta (4/5): Very good! Shrimp was cooked perfectly. Noodles are made in house and had a great chew! Wish it was a liiiitle more cooked, like 1 more minute Overall, had a great experience here! read more
2 years ago
Went for lunch and ordered Noah's Arc which comes with a bunch of mini dishes like a sample. The server guy explained all dishes well. All were delicious and it was very fulfilling! The place was clean, compact, cozy and quiet enough to have a conversation easily. Their sign was small and subtle so it might be a little challenging to find when you go there for the first time. Plus, they only accept the reservation through their website and it requires a credit card since they would charge you $50 if you cancel the reservation within 24 hours. I'm not sure if I'm going to make a reservation next time... FWIW, two of us went there on Saturday at 1pm and it seemed there were some tables available. I might not have needed to reserve a table. read more
2 years ago
If you were just casually walking past Noah's on Denman, you would not be able to guess this cute restaurant is tucked behind the all black store front. As a loyal fan of Noah's Cafe from their old location from years ago, I'm so happy that they have moved into a newer location with more tables and space. Every single food item on the menu we've tried thus far did not disappoint. I definitely think the cheese tofu and the uni pasta are the must tries here. Not to mention, their cocktails are also super delicious and pretty! We took some friends from out of town and they also really enjoyed Noah's. Service is always friendly and attentive as well, so no complaints there either. If you're looking for a fusion restaurant that isn't overhyped, Noah's is definitely worth a try! read more
Great service and amazing recommendations! We got two rikyus, which is a stronger old fashioned. I was in the mood for one and it definitely hit the spot- definitely was strong in taste. For food we ended up getting the uni crème pasta to share and the squid and chips by recommendation. I definitely feel like the uni crème pasta you'd need to share otherwise the taste will be too much but because we shared it was a delightful amount and I was so satisfied. It definitely tasted like uni which is hard to find where I come from. The noodle texture was also really great and I was shocked it had caviar on it because it was only 30-40 dollars. The squid and chips were really good - the squid was sushi grade and paired really well with the fried brussel sprouts! If I'm back in Vancouver I'd definitely come back again to try their other items! read more
Noah's Café knocked it outta the ballpark with delicious flavour!!! A tiny 'hidden gem' that will become the 'must try' of 2022 - tag it, save it ... get here yesterday! Don't arrive here like P Diddy with 25 peeps ... that won't work! NC is quite small! Expect an intimate date night setting. We were served by the owner Cliff, a really friendly cool dude. His recommendations were spot on! Every dish we had was packed with flavour, utter supreme taste & that numero uno - WOW factor! I needed to exert self control from oohing & aaahing after every bite!!! Must try items - Pineapple Tiki, Avocado Gimlet (have your cell ready on video for this), Smoked Takuan Potato Salad, Confit Beef Tongue, Squid + Chips, Scallop + Foie Gras & lastly dessert - the Cheastnut Cheesecake! All these items come with the POW factor that will erupt in your mouth!!! NC truly knows what they're doing & it's quite unique & special!!! Word to the wise - make reservations! Be warned - you will want to lick your plate!!! read more
5 years ago
My husband made reservation online a week ago. We came here for brunch at noon. We had such a good time and enjoyed the delicious food here. Food was amazing!! We ordered an uni seafood omelette rice, Noah's Ark with 9 different types of food, Noah's Loco Moco (tonkatsu), miso soup, coffee and chestnut cheesecake. Each dish was super unique. LOL my husband had to close his eyes and tasted each bite of these dishes. Ambience was quite comfortable. I could relax, chat with my husband and enjoy the food. I found that some restaurants had so many customers and it was very noise and packed that we could not really talk to each other. However, this restaurant was full but the noise was not very loud. Pricing was reasonable. The most important thing was I was paying for good quality, great presentation, and fresh food. It was worth it! Customer Service was extraordinary well. Each of the two servers here was very caring, polite, and careful serving each of the customers. They were Japanese, so you could expect that they were super polite! Everything checked out my boxes, so I gave five stars to this restaurant. I would definitely come back and try other dishes and recommend coming here with family and friends. read more
My boyfriend and I stayed in Vancouver for a few days for his holiday work party celebration. We were craving for some creamy pasta and this place did not dissapoint! We had ordered uni cream pasta and it was soooo good. We mixed the uni with the rest of the pasta to even distribute the flavor and it gave a nice sweet flavor. The baby scallops were also good and complimented the dish. The shrimp was amazing! Tasted nice and they were huge too. The next dish we ordered was the omelette rice. This was my boyfriend's favorite! The gravy was really tasty, nice with the mushrooms and beef. Each bite makes you want more. For dessert, I forgot the name but it was a chocolate brownie with yuzu and Foie gras. The flavors go well with each other! A nice citrus, sweet, and bitter intertwine to create a nice end to the dinner. We would definitely go back the next time we're in the area as we would love to try their other items. read more
Yum! A small but mighty restaurant. My friend and I stopped by for Saturday lunch right when it opened. We got a spot at the bar since all the other spots were already reserved! We both got the Noah's ark ($30). It's a lunch special with 9 different bites. Today's had squid with a yuzu sauce, abalone, beef strip loin with uni sashimi, fried chicken bite, potato salad, sautéed scallop, yuzu tuna tataki, fried brussel sprouts, and jellyfish kanikama. My favorite was the squid, and my friends favorite was the beef strip loin. Loved all the different flavors and textures! read more
1 year ago
Yes, please. That's all I have to say about this place if you're asking if I want to go back. It all started when a friend found it - it hadn't been registered on Yelp! Yet, so I knew it was a fresh find. We ordered a few things from the menu and also requested a few things that weren't listed (like a salad, oh and the avocado drink that come with a smoke bubble - just order it, you'll see) Dish after dish, everything was beyond description in terms of taste. Could easily have ordered everything on the menu and been pleasantly surprised. We sat outside and enjoyed the fresh air, but indoors seemed bustling. The staff here are very friendly and accommodating - will definitely come back to try the rest of the drinks menu - what a show! read more
2 years ago
Went with my spouse. Ambiance makes it a great date night place! Service was superb! Very cheerful, energetic, and attentive. Food was exquisite! The chef is incredibly creative and skilled at execution and flavor combinations. We ordered four dishes and a drink. Portions are more appetizer size. The thought and precision of making each dish taste and look fabulous was appreciated. An absolute gem! read more
Noah's cafe has the feel of a speakeasy hidden away in plain sight. We almost walked past the restaurant twice. The inside was very dark and atmospheric with great indie music. Sometimes it felt a bit loud both because of the background music as well the fact that you're very close to your neighbors. My husband and I dined here during our recent visit to Toronto. It was a 5-star experience. In fact, the food is solidly five stars and some of the best food we tasted in Toronto. Where the experience was a little lacking was the uncomfortable chairs (most of the seats in the establishment were high wooden chairs), loud environment and the sometimes long pause between certain dishes. But in the end, I'm still giving it 5 stars because of the great food and friendly service staff. Our entire waitstaff were so sweet and explained all the dishes very well. I would definitely go back very often if I actually lived here. Between my husband and me, we ordered 4 dishes to share, almost all of which were superb: 1. Uni creme pasta - my tie for favorite dish and my husband's favorite. The whole pasta is so decadent with rich uni flavor - I could taste the uni in the sauce as I was scrapping every morsel and drop off our plates at the end. And the generous portions of bay scallops, prawns, uni sashimi, and caviar definitely made this pasta feel like it's well worth the money. 2. Beef tartare - my tie for favorite dish. The combination of cured egg yolk, amazing seasoning, caviar, and tender beef tenderloin created such a great balance of salty, sour, and acidic - it was an unami bomb in my mouth. 3. Squid & chips - I honestly loved this dish too and it was only slightly below 1 & 2. The name is a little deceptive because the chip is the fried brussel sprouts which has this amazing bold flavor with slightly charred notes. The squid was also masterly and delicately fried - so tender on the inside and lightly battered on the outside. Probably the lightest "fish & chip" dish I've ever had and didn't made me feel gross and unhealthy after eating it. 4. Confit beef tongue - still pretty good but definitely our least favorite of the night. The beef tongue itself is very tender and you really need to mix it with all the creamy sauce and mirin mustard to truly taste the complexity of the flavors. There was a portion of the tongue that was maybe a bit too crunchy but it adds an interest textural element to the dish. I also ordered a virgin cilantro Yuzu mojito - it was very refreshing but a little too sweet. I also wish the drink came with a straw/stirrer so that we can dilute it ourself after we poured some water in there to dilute the sweetness. read more
2 years ago
Cute little quaint Cafe in yaletown. Love the homey vibes and loving the social distancing measures put in place to feel safe while dining. Its not a big cafe, but the service and food is legit! I went for brunch and ordered the tonkatsu and couldn't resist but also get the sando!!! Yum these have been so hype lately and with this Japanese fusion cuisine the chefs have truly served up some quality authentic Japanese cuisine in a really unique way. Loved all the flavors and textures of the food. I'd highly recommend going for brunch but I know their dinner menu has more. I can not wait to come back and eat more delicious food!!!! Mmmmmm..... read more
2 years ago
I wanted to try Noah's Cafe for a long time now. I have heard nothing but good things about this place. The ambience is relaxing, not super formal. It is a great casual date spot. The service was friendly - servers consistently checked on us, and explained the menu well too. For drinks - we tried the Rikyu and Tipsy Tofu. Both drinks were yummy and had unique ingredients. We started off with the Uni Sashimi and Uni Butter. You will soon notice a theme here for the night is Uni (lol). As Uni lovers, it's hard to resist when you see them on the menu. Uni Sashimi is very fresh, though the seaweed seems to be a bit on the saltier side so you may not need to add too much soy sauce. Uni butter was so nicely done - creamy and melts in your mouth. It goes perfectly with the bread provided. Beef tartare was also great - but the beef itself could use a bit more flavouring, or perhaps adding some "crunch" factors in it to make the dish more interesting. Chicken Karaage was nicely done as well. For entrees, we had the Scallops & Foie Gras and Uni Pasta. You cannot go wrong with the combination of Scallops and Foie Gras. The scallops were perfectly seared, along with the foie Gras... this was my favourite dish of the night. Everything was done perfectly in this dish. Uni pasta - fresh pasta mixed in with buttery uni sauce. It was also amazing. Overall, all the foods tasted great. I would likely come back again to try other dishes! read more
4 years ago
It's easy to miss the inconspicuous Noah's Cafe on Davie Street, but it's certainly not something to pass up. The restaurant serves an eclectic array of Japanese fusion tapas and cocktails in an intimate setting. Having dined here three times, these are my tried and true recommendations: SQUID & CHIPS ($18): Lightly battered squid with the perfect chew (no rubber bands here)! It is lightly dusted with parmiggiano reggiano and matcha salt, though the warm truffle oil butter offers a bolder, earthy flavour. The fried brussels sprouts are not forgotten either - these wonderfully crisp buds are packed with zest (I believe it's a vinagrette dressing) in its nooks and crannies. SEARED HAMACHI CRUDO ($18): Such clean flavours! There are five slabs of yellow tail hamachi, each adorned with lumpfish caviar and pea shoots. The light wasabi dressing and onion ponzu really help to enhance the hamachi without detracting from its freshness. UNI CREME PASTA ($32): This is perhaps the most popular dish at Noah's Cafe, and for good reason too! Bucatini is a wise choice here because the creamy sauce coats each al dente strand, both inside and out, so that the rich uni flavour really carries through. On top of that (quite literally) is a piece of uni, as well as plump prawns, baby scallops, and lumpfish caviar. It's so delectable and a must order if it's your first (or upteenth) time here. I've also ordered the Shio Pork Belly ($20), Fois Gras & Scallops ($32), and Dashi Saba Tempura ($16), but these were slightly heavier and oilier than I would've liked. As for drinks and desserts, I have not ventured far and have only tried the Japanese Grey Hound ($15) (a whimsical drink with a cocktail smoke bubble) and the Chestnut Cheesecake ($10) (soft cheesecake served with earl grey peppermint ice cream and amaretto foam), both of which I would recommend. The service at Noah's Cafe is also exceptional. All of my servers have been extremely amiable and knowledgeable, with my water glass being topped up and each dish being described when served. Since it is a small restaurant though, you can expect to wait a bit - be it for your table (resos are a must, and recommended party size is 2-4) or for your food - but know that the wait (and splurge) will be worth it once you taste these dishes. read more
A small unassuming Japanese fusion restaurant that was absolutely spectacular. I was blown away by every dish that was served and the drinks were delicious & beautiful as well! They're a tiny location, so reserve in advance! *MUST TRY DRINK* - Japanese Grey Hound (5/5) - $15 Taste: Perfect balance of sweetness and alcohol - the flavours of yuzu and grapefruit really pull through, not to mention it is delightfully beautiful, served with a bubble on top! Yuzu Tuna Tataki (4/5) - $10 Taste: Extremely fresh tuna tataki, paired with a refreshing yuzu sauce - this was a light appetizer that was great to start off the meal. Portion Size: Small portion to be shared for 2 people (4-5 pieces) *MUST TRY* Scallop & Foie Gras (5/5) - $30 Taste: If I could give this more than five stars, I would. This dish was the definition of a chef's kiss! The freshest, largest pieces of seared hokkaido scallop topped with caviar and paired with MELT IN YOUR MOUTH foie gras. The flavours were extremely warm & complimentary. SAVOUR EACH BITE CAREFULLY! Portion Size: Entrée for 1 (3 pce scallops, 3 pce foie gras, on the smaller side) *MUST TRY* Uni Crème Pasta (5/5) - $30 Taste: If you love seafood, this is the dish for you - a creamy garlicky uni pasta served with prawns, baby scallops, and two pieces of fresh local uni. DELICIOUS! Portion Size: Entrée for 1 [Value for Money] One of the most memorable restaurants I've been to. Definitely at a higher price point with smaller portions, but the quality of the food is absolutely top notch and appealing to those who love umami flavours. read more
Cute cafe and super aesthetic; however, the food is nothing special - which made me super sad because I wanted to love the place. The drinks on the other hand were phenomenal!!! If you are ever here, make sure to get the greyhound drink and a few tapas to try. Just expect a good and not amazing experience, but can be a bit pricey read more
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