I went here for a special occasion dinner. Reservations are highly recommended because they are very small - 12 diners per sitting and 2 sittings per night. I made reservations about 4 months in advance. Upon arrival, one of the hostesses opened the door for us, and asked us to wait in a very ornate waiting area. We only waited a couple of minutes before another hostess seated us at the main seating area. The space is very dark, and only lit with candles while the rest of the diners trickled in. During that time they take drink orders, which is limited to sake, wine, beer and a few non-alcoholic drinks. Of note, they don't provide a drink menu, so we were a little surprised by the cost - the yuzu sake and the plum wine were $30 each. My non-alcoholic drink was $12, but a fair size. The theatrical portion started a few minutes later than the official start time - closer to 6pm. The shades lifted, the lights turned on, and the chefs introduced themselves. And from that moment on, they immediately went to work preparing our meal. They operate like clockwork to show the ingredients whole to the diners, and then preparing them, and serving them. Soon as the one dish was completed by all the diners, the next round came shortly after. Over 20+ dishes, there was very little wait time in between each. Each time a dish was served, a hostess was there to describe the dish and provided tips on how best to eat it. The food was overall was very good. I thought a few items were very average, most of them were very good, and a select few were truly outstanding. Most of the ingredients are imported from Japan, so I would imagine that it's part of the reason it's so expensive. This is definitely a splurge meal. I think half the diners at our sitting was celebrating a birthday. On the most part, the food is very good, watching the chefs at work is part of the entertainment, and the service is excellent. It's not some place I could afford to go to often, but glad to do it at least this one time. read more

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Drove from seattle to make it to the lunch here - what a fantastic experience. Everything from The entrance to the end was ceremonial. You start in a small waiting room thoughtfully decorated with cultural touches before being welcomed into an intimate dining area that seats only about 12-14 people. The service was attentive and personal throughout. When it came to drinks, they first asked what we generally enjoyed rather than immediately pushing specific options. Once we narrowed it down to dry sake, our server kindly brought over several bottles and gave us a detailed explanation of each one before we made our choice. Lunch consisted of around 15 courses, with most served nigiri-style. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, and I loved the thoughtful combinations of flavors and textures throughout the progression. Each piece felt distinct without trying too hard to be complicated.The experience finished beautifully with ice cream and matcha--a simple, elegant ending to a memorable meal. Absolutely worth the drive from Seattle. This wasn't just lunch; the intimate setting, pacing, presentation, and hospitality made the whole experience feel special from beginning to end. read more

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I made a reservation at Okeya Kyujiro for my partner's 40th birthday, and he had the best time. Honestly, it was one of the most memorable omakase experiences I've had in Vancouver. Okeya Kyujiro is a Michelin one-star theatrical omakase restaurant, and when they say theatrical, they mean it! From the moment you're welcomed by smiling ushers in kimono to the closing tea ceremony, every movement feels intentional, precise, and elevated. The ambiance is serene and anticipatory. At the start, guests sit in silence as a black screen conceals the chefs. You see their shadows moving behind it. A bell rings, the screen lifts, and the performance begins. Dinner is a 25+ course experience priced at $325 per person. It's undeniably a splurge, but for a milestone celebration, it feels justified. The menu is seafood-forward, with many ingredients flown in from Japan. Each ingredient is presented before preparation, then carefully assembled and served directly from chef to guest. Courses arrive one by one, never rushed. The service team moves seamlessly in the background, refilling water and attending to drinks (available as an add-on) without disrupting the flow. The finale is a matcha ceremony, whisked in front of you with the same quiet precision that defines the evening. When the final sip is taken, the bell chimes once more, the chefs and staff bow, and the screens close. It was a beautifully choreographed dining experience, perfect for marking a special moment, and one I'd gladly return to for the next celebration. read more

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We visit this Michelin 1 star restaurant for their 15-course omakase lunch set at $180 per person. We were greeted at the store front and seated for our 12:15pm booking. Total 10 guests today. Looks like 4 more guests can be served for the maximum seating. The server came by when the course is served to explain each item. The appetizers have three dishes. The tempura is freshly made and hot. The cooked fish tastes a bit fishy to my likely. The chawanmushi is lukewarm which I wish to be hotter. It then follows by 8 nigiri sushi with brown rice - really like the texture and (small) portion of rice with each nigiri. Fresh ingredients. I asked for low sodium option however the first few nigiri is a bit too salty and I have notified the server so the chef can adjust immediately. I enjoy the Hokkaido uni nigiri the last smoked fish nigiri the most. The fresh crab and salmon roe rice and beef soba noodles at the end have a nice touch of finesse. There are a number of birthday celebrations and they asked for names to acknowledge and celebrate the birthdays. A little musical piano "performance" for the happy birthday song. Matcha green tea is served at the end to wrap up the omakase. Overall an enjoyable experience but not necessarily impressive as a Michelin 1 star restaurant. At this price point it's worth a try however not likely regular visit. read more

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Service was really amazing with servers explaining each dish and drinks were always topped off. Food was good, but maybe this isn't quite my style of omakase compared to the other ones I've tried. This is a more theatrical style so expect louder music and a more theatrical experience (eg one of the servers played the flute for the guests celebrating birthdays). I prefer a more intimidate and interactive style of omakase where you can talk with the chefs. This lunch also felt a little fast in terms of progression of the meal. Some of the dishes were very tasty while others didn't wow us. With drinks, we were quite full despite some reviews saying portion is on the smaller size. Our total was around $500 with drinks for 2 people. A really good experience for omakase, especially if you are looking for a unique experience though not my favourite one I've tried. read more

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I looked for new places to try on this trip to Vancouver. I usually end up at the same places every time so this time I decided to try new places. Sushi Okeya Kyujiro is a one-star Michelin restaurant, so I was eagerly looking forward to my visit. Located in Yaletown on Mainland St, it is an intimate space with a small waiting area. The servers are dressed in kimono and greet you at the entrance. You're led into the U-shaped bar and there are black screens hiding the chefs and the workspace from the diners. Once all diners have been seated and served their choice of drinks the screens rise, and the performance begins. Lunch consists of 15 courses for $180CAD. Dinner consists of 20 courses for $325CAD. I went for lunch as that was the reservation I could secure on the desired date. Each course is a piece of art, and you are requested to consume it within 10 seconds of it being presented to you. The waitresses explain each item as they're presented. There is a main chef and two subsidiary chefs working on the pieces of sushi. The first course was a trio of appetizers, followed by chawanmushi, then 8 pieces of nigiri sushi, a bowl of ikura and crabmeat, a bowl of soba with pieces of Waygu, then a piece of makisushi, and a slice of tamago. The finale was dessert consisting of red bean with mochi and a green tea ice cream sandwich. I had two glasses of beer (one rice, the other yuzu) with my meal. Interestingly, there are no menus ... The waitresses explain the five kinds of beer, and the different wines and sake available. The total came to $220.05CAD + tip. This was arguably the finest omakase I've experienced. I can't wait to try dinner and there are locations in Vancouver, Montreal and Toronto so my next visit might be in Montreal. read more

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Okeya Kyujiro is the cream of the crop for traditional Japanese omakase in Vancouver. The dinner menu, priced at $325 per person before tax/tip features 25 courses of seasonal menu items and most are all imported from different parts of Japan. Upon arrival, the staff attentively guided us to a waiting area where each party would be seated individually. After being seated, we were given brief information on the menu and served water/tea. The show began when the dark curtains were drawn up and music began to fill the atmosphere. What impressed me was how seamlessly each staff member worked to prepare all the courses on the spot. Everyone knew what their job was and what they needed to do. Courses were served meticulously, and the servers walked around to describe the food, clear plates, and continuously fill cups. The staff would also show guests various ingredients used (fish, crab, fresh bonito, etc), and Chef Matsuda also performed a leaf cutting segment to showcase his crazy knife skills. The food was so good, nothing disappointed me. The ingredients are carefully chosen and paired. Each course is ordered perfectly with lighter dishes in the front and heavier tasting ones in the back. The photos comprise some of my favourite dishes. All lovers of Japanese cuisine would be delighted by the selections of sushi, appetizers, and small main courses. Special shout out to the tamago that just tasted more like extra egged up cake - that one will live rent-free in my head for the rest of my life. Dessert and the tea ceremony were wonderful finishing elements of the night. When Chef Matsuda brought out the crown melon with such a happy smile on his face, it brought a lot of warmth to my heart, knowing that this wholesome man truly enjoys sharing his culture and food just as much as I enjoy partaking in it. Overall, this meal was exquisite, divine, fulfilling, and just everything I could possibly imagine and more in a first-time omakase experience. This by no means was an affordable meal, and I fully recognize the privilege I had to engage in such a special dining experience thanks to my boyfriend!! read more

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A theatrical experience of an omakase. The fish was fresh and good, mixed in a lot of raw and cooked courses. It stood out to me how fresh the Uni and ikura were, very good. Service was as expected, and the sparkling sake I paired was pretty good. Overall it was a good quality omakase for the price charged. read more

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Amazing experience! I'm part of a suppers club. This was a top choice for Japanese. And it did not disappoint. 25 course omakase. The place is all bar seating about 15 people. The food, the service and the theatrics were all fantastic. This place has a Michelin star and not surprise. It wasn't cheap but worth every penny. All the fish tasted fresh, I also loved how they showed us the whole fish itself. All other dishes were amazing bites. I didn't want it to end. read more

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The world's first ochakase. To get a reservation for this, you have to had dinner here as a prerequisite and then you're given a QR code for a special opentable page. Turns out ochakase is only offered Sunday or Saturday at 215 pm. It is like an afternoon tea but Japanese and more sweet focused than savory, here's what I had. 1) soy milk with rock salt and maple syrup. Was somewhat thick and a nice start 2) gyokuro tea with bbq Japanese sweet potato with burnt sugar top, apple compote, vanilla ice cream and shiso leaves. Really liked this pairing especially since the gyokuro tea had some umami notes 3) kokojicha from Shizuoka paired with monaka with chestnut paste and bamboo charcoal flecks wrapped in mochi and a crown melon piece. Thought this was a nice pairing.. however the bamboo charcoal didn't do anything for me other than add color and I wish there was more than just one small piece of crown melon in the monaka sandwich. 4) genmaicha paired with kombu with flounder and ginger, yuba with salmon roe and bluefin tuna with some wasabi. I liked the yuba with the salmon roe the most.. the bluefin tuna didn't have any fat on it which was disappointing and was only one small bite. 5) genmaicha paired with mango and orange pieces with balsamic vinegar and housemade cheese. Housemade cheese was similar to a mozzarella ball. Could definitely tell the fruit was high caliber but also was dismayed that there was only 3 bite sized pieces of each fruit 6) komacha tea paired wirh dorayaki with black truffle custard. Thought this was a smart move since black truffle goes well with cream. The dorayaki tasted the same as other dorayakis I've had in Japan not made in front of me 7) nerikiri in hydrangea shape wirh white bean and soft candies paired with komacha. Pretty but was a bit too sweet for me and the tea didn't help decrease the sweetness much 8) tofu with gyokuro tea and shiso with hojicha tea. Was refreshing but also didn't care for this flavor combination. Was pretty tho. 9) hojicha tea paired with ukishima which was matcha dacquoise with red bean layer and white bean layer to represent the 14 islands. If you cut the small piece into half, it's two bites.. but honestly I could have taken it in one bite without stuffing my face. 10) one takoyaki ball made with rice flour with aged bonito flakes and mayo with hojicha tea. Wish they had given me 3 or 6 balls like I usually have gotten in JPN on the street. Couldn't tell much of a difference between this takoyaki and the others. 11) hand roll of a bite or two with quality seaweed, a5 miyazaki and rice and caviar. The A5 was cut into little cubes... so much so that I didn't notice much of the melty fat goodness I'm used to getting when I get slices. 12) yuzu sorbet with sudachi zest paired with hojicha tea 13) matcha whisking together event...whisk in w form paired with zen garden dessert with matcha financier, bamboo charcoal uni cream puff, and black sesame white chocolate. Sand is sugar and salt. Thought this was a unique and fun presentation. I enjoyed this pairing the most. Chose a pair of socks from their souvenir box at the end. Service was good. I realized because of the timing between courses and I drank all the liquid I was given, I was decently stuffed but I can see where others would still be hungry. Portions are small and the hojicha was the only one I got refills of. When I wanted a refill of the other teas.. it was quickly whisked away and replaced with the next tea. I can see that because they call it an ochakase, they can command a high price, but it reminds me of the afternoon tea that I got at the Park Hyatt Kyoto which they called japanese high tea. Wish there was more savory bites. read more

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Without a doubt one of the best omakase I've had including ones in Japan. It's probably also the most expensive one in Vancouver at 325 a person for dinner without drinks and tax/tip and maybe Canada so not a place I will be coming to regularly. I have been to even more elaborate and intimate ones in Japan but I think this is a more theatrical experience while not forgetting to focus on what's important- the quality and preparation of the fish. We left very full even though many of the "courses" were a single piece of nigiri. There was also a lovely chawanamushi, a don and seafood broth. The service was perfection as was the chef's knife skills. The ambiance is that of a private chamber music concert with a musical score that was quite dramatic at times, there is a max of 15 guests but we had 12 and everyone was very appreciative and well behaved and it was a pleasant dining experience. At the end they serenaded the birthday folks with a flutist playing the Happy Birthday song. This is one of the 13 1 star Michelin restaurants in Vancouver (I've at 4 out 13 so far) and it really fits the ideal of a 1 star. Yes it's a splurge for sure but worth it. Accesiblity It is accessible for a wheelchair and there are no stairs or other impediments. read more

Omakase dinner with 25 dishes. A great performance. The team well demonstrated the food materials, and their cooking skills. read more

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Immaculate dining experience! To celebrate Valentine's Day, we were not only looking for good quality food but a really great experience as well. Everything was so thought out. The service was incredible. Worth every penny read more

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AMAZING SUSHI AMAZING PERFORMANCE 2/11/24 Kyujiro has only 12 seats. The arrangement of the seats resembles a stage, and during the initial preparation phase, curtain is closed like a grand theater performance--lights dimmed. When the designated time arrives and everyone is assembled, the curtain slowly rises accompanied by the sound of bamboo joints, and the lights brighten. The chef makes an appearance, and the show begins. The ritualistic atmosphere is truly captivating. read more

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Incredible experience. We heard that VYR recently got on the Michelin star guide, and had to try this place! We booked a reservation for 2 and it was a very intimate experience where there were 12 seats total, for a 20 course meal including desert. The experience was 1.5 hours long. After each dish was presented, the waitresses would come around explaining where each fish is from and how to properly enjoy it. Every fish was wonderfully coordinated to elevate the next dish's flavors. This was the most deliciously beautiful dinner experience (show and food). The head chef was so cute showing us the desert melon he got shipped especially from Japan WITH the red ribbon because that was a separate purchase, hahah! Overall wonderful staff and attention to detail. read more

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Incredible place food and service are amazing . This is a once-in-a-lifetime place to dine well worth the price. Ambiance unmatched

This was a truly epic sushi experience. It's is almost a performance in terms of how it is paced, but it's definitely more than that. The amount of respect and skill put into each bite was a thing to behold. While the dining room hold about 14 people, it doesn't feel too quiet and the servers explaining dishes and the chefs showing the products we handed the experience. I won't do a blow by blow of each bite. All I will say is that my partner and I loved the food and the experience. We would definitely return. read more

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Definitely a bit of a show, which was well done, though I didn't feel like it was necessary. The food was all excellent, high quality sushi. Nice variety of fish, uni, ebi, and of course, tamago and matcha tea at the end. Very nice presentation. Service was excellent as well. I can see why this is a Michelin star restaurant. I can't say it's the best we've ever had, especially for the price, but I'd say it's worth going at least once for the experience. read more

Does Okeya Kyujiro deserve the title of Best Omakase experience in Vancouver? I personally think they offer an interesting dining experience and serve up fresh ingredients, but are they really the best? Service from the get-go was immaculate, the restaurant is a limited 14 seat per seating event that happens twice a day (for dinner). The staff greet you in typical fashion and is extremely attentive to every beckon and call. The food, what I really came for, was excellent except for it feeling extremely rushed at the start. It felt like I was gasping for air as I switched between courses and my sake/champagne. The experience itself warrants the price tag. Although the sequence of cooked-nigiri-cold-hot dishes were rather confusing at times, you will definitely leave satisfied and extremely content. Prices for sake are reasonable and they offer a good range of both variety and price, of course in relation to the Omakase ($300). Definitely not your everyday sushi spot in Vancouver! Come celebrate for a special event but if you want a pure Omakase experience without the theatrics, this isn't that spot. read more

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Amazing sushi and experience! Excellent service. Ambiance romantically, worthy of an A+

My fiancé and I went there for our engagement celebration. It was more of an experience than just a restaurant. We were first led to the waiting room, which had a themed, relaxing atmosphere. After a while, we moved to the counter and seated. I think the reservation is a must, as it seemed they could accommodate only 15 - 20 people at a time. They started by opening the curtains around the counter with a mix of Buddhism sutra music, which was a bit off and weird to me as Japanese. They explained and showcased all the ingredients used for each dish. It was also fascinating to watch them prepare the dishes live right in front of us! Needless to say, every dish was fantastic. The nigiri, in particular, melted on my palate immediately. The presentation of each dish was delicate and intricate. They also thoroughly considered about our dietary needs. There were other people here celebrating special occasions, just like us. Some were celebrating birthdays, and one of the chefs even played the "Happy Birthday" song on the violin! We were both very pleased and impressed. It may not be affordable, but it's worth it! read more

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One of the most amazing experiences in my life. Not just a meal but something much higher. Worth every dollar. Highly recommend. read more

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ITS A SHOWWWW!! I never had an omakase that is like a show, full curtains opening like it's a theatre. Let's get to it! Staff/service: JUST WOW! Every staff is accomadating, friendly and opening. They are so kind and sweet. Always cleaning after every course and refilling our tea making sure if we need drinks. Price: expensive! $300/person, BUT remember it is great for the first time experience to gain a one of a kind omakase experience in Vancouver! There's no omakase like this in Vancouver. You see staff in traditional Japanese clothes (kimono) , performance and also see how things are done in front of you. Ambiance/interior: super intimate and it's small, there's time slots and sections so BOOK your reservations. I feel like i was watching a show rather than eating lol. Get your cameras ready to record Food: everything taste good and some generic. It's fresh and you can see it being cut and made in front of you. Experience/presentiation: 100/10! The delicate presentation, everything was detailed and hand a reason that it was placed there like it was an art piece. Overall: great for an experience or date and if I was not worried about money I would come here occasionally to just relax and eat since it feels like a mini show intimately with ur partner. A place to wind down read more

My boyfriend and I came here for omakase and we both think this was the best omakase experience we've had. They give like an opening introduction at the beginning of dinner where they turn off the lights and open the curtains with music playing like a theater performance. The chef and workers will show you each item that they will be serving and allow you to take a photo of it. The chef will serve you and say the name of the dish in Japanese and the workers will translate it and explain the dish to you in English. The staff were all super friendly and patient. Every time you come back from the restroom, you'll see that they refolded your napkin for you. The food was all really great and well portioned. Their mushroom soup was very tasty. I usually don't like tamago but the tamago here was delicious. They also served Crown Melon. They even make matcha in front of you and play the happy birthday song on a flute. They also have a closing exit. Overall, we had a wonderful experience here l and I can see why they have a Michelin star. read more

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You may get lost when you first try to find their entrance, especially if you get there a bit early. You'll have to just wait outside the garage looking wall/door and the staff will come out to get you when it's very close to your meal time. Food was amazing, we loved every bite. There were at least 23 different varieties of items served and everything was presented beautifully. Someone was celebrating her birthday and the staff played happy birthday on a very cute wooden piano at the end. Yes, it is expensive but I can say it is the best omakase we have experienced in Vancouver. read more

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The experience was amazing on so many levels, from the secretive entrance to the opening show and the amazing service throughout, this is the omakase to go to. It's not cheap but it was definitely worth the price. I am not going to ruin the experience with photos but suffice to say some dishes were so beautiful it almost made me cry. Go! read more

There's no denying the food is excellent. We were able to enjoy new flavors that we have never tried before. But the pace of the service was too fast, and it was difficult to enjoy the food. Before we could finish one, we would have a backup of two other plates and there was no sign of slowing down. The meal was 24 plates within 1.5 hours and essentially choreographed to a musical soundtrack to that timing. So I am pretty certain this is standard practice. That's 4 plates within every 15 minutes. Would be 5 stars if we could actually enjoy and think about the food we were eating. read more

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Delicious, timed well and everything was synchronized. We had a fantastic time here! I will never forget my dinner! This experience was so unique, we were lucky enough to dine here! read more

This was the most amazing dining experience I've had so far and highly recommend doing it. It's a authentic Japanese experience with the traditional theatrical style which is absolutely amazing, and expect to dine for two hours or more. The food is all top notch ingredients from Wagu, Eel and Crown Melon. Also limited seating and reservations so very quiet environment, and every serving is explained by the geisha. I will definitely do it again, and they got their Michelin Star in October 2024. read more

Cash grab. Insanely expensive. This is Yaletown not New York. Not one 'standout' dish. Ended up quietly putting 3-4 of them from my mouth into a napkin. Hardly 'Cirque de Soleil.' No wine or cocktail list. Was offered one bottle of $250 white wine - no single glasses available. Not wheelchair friendly. Completely overrated. read more

Omakase. Leave it up to the chef. First off... Where is the door?! Only what looked to be a garage door welcomed us at Okeya Kyujiro's location in Yaletown. Moments later, it began to open and a herd of people with happy faces exited the space. Once they left, we were greeted and directed to enter a brightly lit hallway. That has got to be the most dramatic entrance I've ever had to an eatery. After checking us in, we were seated in a waiting area for a couple mins as they prepared the dining area. Other parties also joined the waiting areas and we all wondered what was in store. I have to admit, the build up was incredible. Shortly thereafter, we were ushered to our seats in front of black curtains. This is when we realized that seating allows for up to twelve guests and was gonna be an intimate dining experience with all of your focus on the chefs at the centre of the seating area. The service staff offered us beverages. There is no wine list or liquor menu. The staff listen to your preferences and offer a sake or japanese wine recommendation. Bottles only. However, they did mention you are able to take any remaining alcohol home with you. A few moments later, the curtains arise and the show begins. The team of chefs are introduced and are off to the races. Surrounded by cooking utensils, pots, pans, stoves, deep fryers, and things you'd think only a chemist would require, they begin to prepare what would be approximately 20 dishes for us. The menu changes depending on what is brought in from Japan and other areas, so listing off each dish may lead to disappointment for others. However, some of these dishes deserve a spotlight. - uni two ways - freshly grilled unagi - otoro on ice - amaebi with roe - wagyu beef - hairy crab on chawanmushi - rock cod with ginger root Everything was carefully and beautifully prepared. As each dish was placed in front of us, the lovely service staff would tell us what it was and where it was from. Speaking of the service staff, they were on top of it all and very pleasant. Kudos to them. As things wound down and dessert was served, a tea ceremony began with matcha being whisked and served to each of us with bows all around. It was a great way to end the meal and I truly felt like something special has just occurred. As we left and that garage door opened up, we too left with big smiles on our faces. If you couldn't already tell, I REALLY enjoyed this dining experience. It is not cheap. It's truly a culinary experience that Vancouver did not have previous to Okeya. There are other places for omakase, but this one is a step above. read more

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Every bit a Michelin Star restaurant and deserved of the rating it has here on Yelp. That said, there are a couple things that could be addressed. First, their non alcoholic drink options are basically nonexistent. Even just having Ginger Beer which pairs perfectly with sushi would help a lot. But there needs to be some thought put to the beverage menu. (It's so limited that they don't even show you one). I think a great opportunity was missed here to serve Otoro in multiple unique ways. read more

It's very good. Each piece of sushi was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully seasoned, including highlights like smoked saba and cured maguro. The hot dishes were also extremely well done -- chawanmushi was beautifully tender, A5 wagyu soba noodles came in a richly layered broth, and ikura-king-crab chirashi came with rice enriched by red snapper as it steamed. Service was mostly very good with a few minor hiccups, where staff weren't quite choreographed in the tight space. I think they intend for the menu-less drink service to feel consultative and personal, but I wound up wishing I either had the transparency of a drink menu or the hands-off assurance of a pairing. The theatrics were understated, which I appreciated. The music was distracting. I went for the less expensive lunch service, which would be my recommendation -- the experience felt luxurious and complete, and while I haven't tried the longer dinner menu, I certainly didn't leave feeling like I missed out on a $150 supplement. I haven't been to Masayoshi since it got its star, so take this with a grain of (moshio) salt -- but while I think both * sushi places in Vancouver are very good, I think Okeya Kyujiro is slightly better. read more

This experience is from dining with them on September 29, 2022 shortly after their grand opening. Certain things may have changed since then. Okeya Kyujiro is an elevated Omakase experience which began as the first of its kind in Montreal. The fully immersive open kitchen concept truly transports you to Japan. The quality fish and ingredients used during each meal are sourced from Japan, and all over the world. The "multi-sensory" dining concept is definitely unique. Seeing the chefs and staff work to the beat of the traditional Japanese soundtrack playing in the background is akin to watching a play or a movie. There was also an emphasis on ceremony at the beginning and end of our meal which really rounded out the experience. The food was definitely delicious, we were served a menu which consisted of sushi, grilled meats, cold dishes, shabu shabu, and premium quality matcha and fruits to finish. You will be full--but not stuffed--after your meal. Service was definitely superior to most restaurants (as expected). However--and this might be because we visited during the 2nd or 3rd week of their opening--there was room for improvement. The whole experience was smooth enough but there were a few "stumbles" in the rhythm at times, nothing major. My biggest dissatisfaction with our experience would be arriving at the restaurant. The instructions we were given was to arrive at the restaurant 10-15 minutes before our reservation. We did just that and was confused as to where we should go. The restaurant had their gates down, and there were no further instruction regarding where we should wait, and no number to call to clarify. The other diners who arrived were also visibly confused. We all just ended up standing on the edge of the sidewalk in front of the seemingly closed restaurant hoping that we were in the right place. This was also peak dinner rush hour in the middle of Yaletown's Mainland street. Needless to say, there was a lot of "excuse me(s)" and moving out of other peoples way. Overall still a very unique experience, I would recommend it to those looking for a fresh dining experience in Vancouver with unique dishes and authentic Japanese cuisine. read more

One of the best Omakase in Vancouver. It's actually a 27 course meal. There's also dessert and a cup of matcha. read more

Okeya Kyujiro - 25 course meal (December 2023) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Absolutely amazed by the experience, this was probably my favourite omakase place in Vancouver. I would describe the dining experience like a nicely orchestrated show. The food, the service, the ambience - you really do feel like you've been transported to Japan. I can't say enough good things about this place, 5/5 would come back again. read more

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This was hands down the most amazing dinner experience I've ever had. From the impeccable service provided by the staff, to the amazement and excitement of watching your meal being prepared right in front of you, and the outstanding quality and taste of the overall meal. I would give them 10 stars if I could. If you haven't been blessed with the opportunity to go, make sure you do. You will not be disappointed. read more

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Outstanding in every way. Food was impressive and delicious with some of the best sushi I've ever had. Staff are attentive and prepare dishes while you watch. Small sushi bar style with comfortable seating. Reservations are a must. read more

I been hesitant to come visit, as theatrical dining wasn't my big thing, I rather go to an simple omakase then watch a show. However, my first experience at Okeya blown me away. The owner head chef greeted us at the front door, all the staff were dressed in traditional clothing and hair, like we flew back to Japan by stepping through the doors of Okeya. Food was perfect, portions small but it's omakase. Nothing too out ordinary, though if I could I give it .5 star less, the sake choices weren't the greatest and not allowing customers bring your own bottle did restrict dinner enjoyment to the max. read more

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Amazing omakase experience. This place is for a special occasion since it's quite pricey. read more

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