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Fun handroll bar in Yaletown! Came here for an early dinner with a friend on a Friday evening. Made a reservation in advance, which maybe is recommended since there's not a ton of seating. We each ordered 4 rolls, that came out pretty fast. They were a fair size and pretty good quality. I'd say nothing particularly extraordinary, but also not bad either. We also got both desserts. The crème brûlée was far superior than the mochi. The mochi wasn't bad, just tiny and not really worth the price. I like that you can watch all of the food be made. The service was attentive and friendly. I think if you're looking for a lighter meal with a cool ambiance, this is your place. But if you're looking for a fulfilling meal, I wouldn't say it's cost effective.
A solid 4 stars for this unique sushi experience! Food is of good quality and you can also tell the Sushi Chef put in his heart to prepare every dish in front of your eyes! This style of hand roll gives you the experience of tasting the nori in its most crispy state, once the Chef had all the ingredients wrapped up in the toasted nori, the guest then take it within a minute of two, the crispness of the nori is at its peak! On top of that the service is super friendly and our server was so nice to help us with ordering and explain the different types of rolls etc. Ambiance is relaxed and cheerful as the Chef also interacts with the guest! Paid street parking is available.
My friends and I made reservations for Oshi Nori through Open Table, and it was a seamless process. We were a group of 13, and Oshi Nori only offers a max reservation of 6 people, so we made two reservations, and Oshi Nori was able to seat us all together! I ordered the 5 Oshi Nori rolls set, aburi scallop, truffle edamame, miso soup, and cherry blossom cocktail, and everything tasted phenomenal! The Oshi Nori rolls set was delicious, and my favorite out of the 5 rolls is the king salmon handroll; the salmon was so buttery and fresh. Also, the size of each handroll was HUGE, very hefty, and it was not filled with a lot of rice either. The scallop handroll was also amazing, and I loved how buttery the scallops were, too. The cherry blossom cocktail was strong but sweet, paired well with my meal! I would say the service can be improved as most of our friends received their sets before my friend and I did. However, I did like that we were able to pay individually as every single one of us ordered something different! I would definitely come back here next time for handrolls!
I came for lunch from one of my former boss. He suggested this place and it somewhat reminded me of Nori. Same concept. They make the sushi in front of you. You basically sit around the chef and watch him prepare the food. Oshi Nori is located in Yaletown on Mainland street. Food quality was good. The seaweed could be a bit crispier. I got the 5 oshi nori roll set and I ordered one extra. I also go to sunomono to start. The food was all freshly made. Everything tasted good. This place is quite unique they do like to put mint leaf in their nori.
Decided to do a late lunch for Valentine's Day here, and it did not disappoint! Got some miso soup, an order of salmon sashimi, one set of the 5 original rolls + one set of 5 special rolls (they even cut it in half for me & boyfriend to share--how nice!), and a couple of lychee martinis (they have happy hour). I enjoyed all of it. The fish was fresh, and I enjoyed the toppings on the special rolls. It was presented beautifully. Great service as well! The space was clean and modern. We left very full and happy that it did not break the bank.
We came on a Wednesday and were happily surprised it was 1/2 off Sake! Yippee! We were on a 20th anniversary road trip and wanted some good sushi. Luckily, we found this gem! There is a big island inside that surrounds the chefs, so it was fun to watch as we ate. All the fish we had was fresh, expertly cut, and packed with flavor. Yaletown is a great area, but be aware this place gets packed so you may want to get a reservation. If we are traveling through again, we will return!
One reason that I chose to dine at Oshi Nori was that it made dining alone very easy as everyone just had a seat at the bar. They are known for their hand rolls but it felt like it had a significant Western fusion rather than being authentic. I got the 4 rolls basic set and thought it was only okay. The rolls weren't anything special, and I also thought that the fish could have been more fresh. I did like that you could see the chef making your food and the rolls came one at a time at good intervals allowing me to enjoy and savour the taste in between the offerings.
Came for an early dinner with the family and we each had a set, which was honestly not quite enough for me personally but could be if you're a small eater. I find it difficult to give Oshi Nori any more accolades given its characteristic normalcy to all other Vancouver joints. They're not really selling food or extreme quality (let alone quantity) - rather you dine here for the "experience". An omakase taco hand roll experience that neither dazzles in terms of originality nor quality. One of the pluses is that prices aren't too bad if you're not choosing their premium options. If not, you're spending at least 1 set menu's worth and a few extra rolls for $50-60. Unfortunately, this "experience" may end up being just a fad and I expect to start seeing Happy Hour menus start up just to stay in business - especially in Yaletown.
I have been to similar hand roll restaurants before, but I noticed some of the rolls at this new place looked different from others. I wanted to try this new hand roll restaurant located in Yaletown. The restaurant has a very stylish ambiance, and there is only a sushi counter, not tables. The sushi chef serves each customer's order one by one. We ordered several Oshi Nori hand rolls and basic rolls, including a set and individual rolls. I highly recommend the Oshi Nori rolls, which are their signature dish. They were beautifully presented with rice on the bottom and sashimi with toppings, just like sushi tacos. The nori was very crispy and flavorful. My favorites were the Aburi Scallop, King Salmon, Yellowtail, and Aburi King Salmon. The basic rolls were good too, especially the bluefin tuna, which was great. From the appetizers, I ordered the Shakemaki Negitoro, which was just awesome. The negitoro was rolled in salmon sashimi, and it was really delicious. The service was attentive and friendly, and they explained the details of the menu. However, I noticed that only one sushi chef was working around 5 PM. After the busy time, an additional chef started working. As a result, the sushi was served a bit slower than I expected, but I understood that there was only one chef at that time. Overall, we all loved this restaurant. We will definitely be back to try different items on the menu.
Found this little gem in Yaletown, Vancouver, BC...rather unobtrusive and tucked away between more heavily advertised restaurants. We were welcomed and seated at a bar/diner style setup typical of Sushi bars. The place was near empty on a Sunday afternoon which was just fine for us.The waiters/waitresses were extremely friendly - good kids from Ireland and Brazil. Spect out stay chatting with them. Had Miso soup, Truffle Edamame, and various Roll sets and Donburis. Wagyu Beef, Salmon, Bluefin Tuna, Scallops...all beautifully crafted by the Sushi master chefs. Topped off the meal with smooth Sake... Food and service were excellent; meal for four with a bottle of Sake and tip set us back $175 (US). Worth every penny! A must visit while in Yaletown.
My husband and I stopped in after an early dinner because our first dinner wasn't too filling, and we needed a little something extra. We happened to be walking by and just decided to go here on a whim, because it looked promising. Unfortunately, looks can be deceiving. It was 8 PM on a Tuesday, and they told us it would be a 10 minute wait, which was accurate. Once inside, they'll explain the menu to you and give you a paper menu and pencil for you to tick off the items that you want. It's a sushi counter with about 20 seats and only two people making sushi. We instantly regretted coming here after we put in our order, because there were so many people who had orders ahead of us, and we were only getting a few things. But I have to say, they are pretty efficient with it - they'll group orders by who's getting what so if there are 5 people ordering the same roll, they make it all at once. Still, I think they could use an extra set of hands. Since I'm pregnant, I had to opt for the cooked rolls, so I did the lobster and snow crab. Both tasted very similar and had way too much mayo, and reminded me of canned tuna. For the price, I don't think it was worth it. Hubby had set menu of 4 Oshi Nori rolls (spicy bluefin, negitoro, king salmon, and aburi scallop). He said they were just okay. Overall, not worth the wait for sushi that is mid.
What a great meal!! The space so darn comfy and so cute. I got some hand rolls and some aburi was so fresh, which is what I was looking for!! Chef and the guy who introduced the food is so nice. I love this restaurant so much, everything was very flavorful and delicious.
Tasty spot for Japanese food and sushi in Yaletown! I got the lychee martini ($15) and the 5 oshi nori roll set menu ($36). Loved how fresh the fish tasted and the crispy nori. I would describe this as a nigiri sushi on top of seaweed. The spicy lobster, negitoro and aburi king salmon were my favorite. The unagi and king salmon were both good too. We still felt hungry after the set menu so ordered the spicy bluefin roll. Fish was tasty but the spicy sauce was a little too overwhelming on top.
4 months ago
Had a great experience at Oshi Nori in Yaletown! The sushi was incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and packed with flavor. Everything we ordered tasted amazing, and you can really tell they use high-quality ingredients. One of the coolest parts of dining here is that the chefs prepare your sushi right in front of you. Watching them carefully craft each order adds a unique and fun experience that you don't get at most sushi restaurants. The atmosphere is modern, cozy, and perfect for a night out. The staff were friendly, the service was excellent, and the attention to detail really stood out. If you're looking for delicious sushi and a place with a great vibe, I highly recommend Oshi Nori. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to! read more
My wife and I were strolling along the seawall, and we wanted something to eat. I found this spot on OpenTable, so made a reservation and stopped in. Prior to finding this place on the app, I've never heard of it before. But once we stepped in, it immediately reminded me of Hello Nori, another sushi and hand roll bar. The space is dominated by the sushi bar, so you can watch the chefs prepare your food and serve it to you fresh. The huge gold fish mural along the wall makes for a great aesthetic. Here's what we ate: - Kochi Bluefin Tataki: Very good. Tataki has become pretty common now - you can even find it in Costco - but every once in awhile you a fresh, deftly prepared version, and you remember why it's so good. This was one of those times. - Original Handroll Set (4): Excellent. Nothing beats a freshly made handroll, and these were all top notch. Each and every roll were nicely accented with various toppings that complemented each roll. - A5 Wagyu Handroll: Excellent. Pure decadence. I wanted to order more, but my wallet said no. Service was attentive and polite. Very good. Overall, a really good visit. I didn't know about this place before, but I would certainly come back. The food is excellent. 4.25 out of 5 read more
2 days ago
Fun handroll bar in Yaletown! Came here for an early dinner with a friend on a Friday evening. Made a reservation in advance, which maybe is recommended since there's not a ton of seating. We each ordered 4 rolls, that came out pretty fast. They were a fair size and pretty good quality. I'd say nothing particularly extraordinary, but also not bad either. We also got both desserts. The crème brûlée was far superior than the mochi. The mochi wasn't bad, just tiny and not really worth the price. I like that you can watch all of the food be made. The service was attentive and friendly. I think if you're looking for a lighter meal with a cool ambiance, this is your place. But if you're looking for a fulfilling meal, I wouldn't say it's cost effective. read more
A solid 4 stars for this unique sushi experience! Food is of good quality and you can also tell the Sushi Chef put in his heart to prepare every dish in front of your eyes! This style of hand roll gives you the experience of tasting the nori in its most crispy state, once the Chef had all the ingredients wrapped up in the toasted nori, the guest then take it within a minute of two, the crispness of the nori is at its peak! On top of that the service is super friendly and our server was so nice to help us with ordering and explain the different types of rolls etc. Ambiance is relaxed and cheerful as the Chef also interacts with the guest! Paid street parking is available. read more
My friends and I made reservations for Oshi Nori through Open Table, and it was a seamless process. We were a group of 13, and Oshi Nori only offers a max reservation of 6 people, so we made two reservations, and Oshi Nori was able to seat us all together! I ordered the 5 Oshi Nori rolls set, aburi scallop, truffle edamame, miso soup, and cherry blossom cocktail, and everything tasted phenomenal! The Oshi Nori rolls set was delicious, and my favorite out of the 5 rolls is the king salmon handroll; the salmon was so buttery and fresh. Also, the size of each handroll was HUGE, very hefty, and it was not filled with a lot of rice either. The scallop handroll was also amazing, and I loved how buttery the scallops were, too. The cherry blossom cocktail was strong but sweet, paired well with my meal! I would say the service can be improved as most of our friends received their sets before my friend and I did. However, I did like that we were able to pay individually as every single one of us ordered something different! I would definitely come back here next time for handrolls! read more
I came for lunch from one of my former boss. He suggested this place and it somewhat reminded me of Nori. Same concept. They make the sushi in front of you. You basically sit around the chef and watch him prepare the food. Oshi Nori is located in Yaletown on Mainland street. Food quality was good. The seaweed could be a bit crispier. I got the 5 oshi nori roll set and I ordered one extra. I also go to sunomono to start. The food was all freshly made. Everything tasted good. This place is quite unique they do like to put mint leaf in their nori. read more
2 years ago
Decided to do a late lunch for Valentine's Day here, and it did not disappoint! Got some miso soup, an order of salmon sashimi, one set of the 5 original rolls + one set of 5 special rolls (they even cut it in half for me & boyfriend to share--how nice!), and a couple of lychee martinis (they have happy hour). I enjoyed all of it. The fish was fresh, and I enjoyed the toppings on the special rolls. It was presented beautifully. Great service as well! The space was clean and modern. We left very full and happy that it did not break the bank. read more
We came on a Wednesday and were happily surprised it was 1/2 off Sake! Yippee! We were on a 20th anniversary road trip and wanted some good sushi. Luckily, we found this gem! There is a big island inside that surrounds the chefs, so it was fun to watch as we ate. All the fish we had was fresh, expertly cut, and packed with flavor. Yaletown is a great area, but be aware this place gets packed so you may want to get a reservation. If we are traveling through again, we will return! read more
One reason that I chose to dine at Oshi Nori was that it made dining alone very easy as everyone just had a seat at the bar. They are known for their hand rolls but it felt like it had a significant Western fusion rather than being authentic. I got the 4 rolls basic set and thought it was only okay. The rolls weren't anything special, and I also thought that the fish could have been more fresh. I did like that you could see the chef making your food and the rolls came one at a time at good intervals allowing me to enjoy and savour the taste in between the offerings. read more
Came for an early dinner with the family and we each had a set, which was honestly not quite enough for me personally but could be if you're a small eater. I find it difficult to give Oshi Nori any more accolades given its characteristic normalcy to all other Vancouver joints. They're not really selling food or extreme quality (let alone quantity) - rather you dine here for the "experience". An omakase taco hand roll experience that neither dazzles in terms of originality nor quality. One of the pluses is that prices aren't too bad if you're not choosing their premium options. If not, you're spending at least 1 set menu's worth and a few extra rolls for $50-60. Unfortunately, this "experience" may end up being just a fad and I expect to start seeing Happy Hour menus start up just to stay in business - especially in Yaletown. read more
2 years ago
I have been to similar hand roll restaurants before, but I noticed some of the rolls at this new place looked different from others. I wanted to try this new hand roll restaurant located in Yaletown. The restaurant has a very stylish ambiance, and there is only a sushi counter, not tables. The sushi chef serves each customer's order one by one. We ordered several Oshi Nori hand rolls and basic rolls, including a set and individual rolls. I highly recommend the Oshi Nori rolls, which are their signature dish. They were beautifully presented with rice on the bottom and sashimi with toppings, just like sushi tacos. The nori was very crispy and flavorful. My favorites were the Aburi Scallop, King Salmon, Yellowtail, and Aburi King Salmon. The basic rolls were good too, especially the bluefin tuna, which was great. From the appetizers, I ordered the Shakemaki Negitoro, which was just awesome. The negitoro was rolled in salmon sashimi, and it was really delicious. The service was attentive and friendly, and they explained the details of the menu. However, I noticed that only one sushi chef was working around 5 PM. After the busy time, an additional chef started working. As a result, the sushi was served a bit slower than I expected, but I understood that there was only one chef at that time. Overall, we all loved this restaurant. We will definitely be back to try different items on the menu. read more
Found this little gem in Yaletown, Vancouver, BC...rather unobtrusive and tucked away between more heavily advertised restaurants. We were welcomed and seated at a bar/diner style setup typical of Sushi bars. The place was near empty on a Sunday afternoon which was just fine for us.The waiters/waitresses were extremely friendly - good kids from Ireland and Brazil. Spect out stay chatting with them. Had Miso soup, Truffle Edamame, and various Roll sets and Donburis. Wagyu Beef, Salmon, Bluefin Tuna, Scallops...all beautifully crafted by the Sushi master chefs. Topped off the meal with smooth Sake... Food and service were excellent; meal for four with a bottle of Sake and tip set us back $175 (US). Worth every penny! A must visit while in Yaletown. read more
My husband and I stopped in after an early dinner because our first dinner wasn't too filling, and we needed a little something extra. We happened to be walking by and just decided to go here on a whim, because it looked promising. Unfortunately, looks can be deceiving. It was 8 PM on a Tuesday, and they told us it would be a 10 minute wait, which was accurate. Once inside, they'll explain the menu to you and give you a paper menu and pencil for you to tick off the items that you want. It's a sushi counter with about 20 seats and only two people making sushi. We instantly regretted coming here after we put in our order, because there were so many people who had orders ahead of us, and we were only getting a few things. But I have to say, they are pretty efficient with it - they'll group orders by who's getting what so if there are 5 people ordering the same roll, they make it all at once. Still, I think they could use an extra set of hands. Since I'm pregnant, I had to opt for the cooked rolls, so I did the lobster and snow crab. Both tasted very similar and had way too much mayo, and reminded me of canned tuna. For the price, I don't think it was worth it. Hubby had set menu of 4 Oshi Nori rolls (spicy bluefin, negitoro, king salmon, and aburi scallop). He said they were just okay. Overall, not worth the wait for sushi that is mid. read more
2 years ago
What a great meal!! The space so darn comfy and so cute. I got some hand rolls and some aburi was so fresh, which is what I was looking for!! Chef and the guy who introduced the food is so nice. I love this restaurant so much, everything was very flavorful and delicious. read more
Tasty spot for Japanese food and sushi in Yaletown! I got the lychee martini ($15) and the 5 oshi nori roll set menu ($36). Loved how fresh the fish tasted and the crispy nori. I would describe this as a nigiri sushi on top of seaweed. The spicy lobster, negitoro and aburi king salmon were my favorite. The unagi and king salmon were both good too. We still felt hungry after the set menu so ordered the spicy bluefin roll. Fish was tasty but the spicy sauce was a little too overwhelming on top. read more
A little pricey but Highly recommended! The ambiance service and especially the food was great. From simple tamago roll to the 5 Oshi Nori rolls were very tasty. Fresh ingredients and perfect bite size. My favorite is the unagi nori roll with a layer of unagi tamago and crispy bits (rice pearls) put together like taco. Perfect place for tapa-like experience. Oh, the soy sauce was very tasty too! read more
1 year ago
This is a cozy sushi bar with all the action in the center where sushi and donburi is made right in front of us! Everything we had was delicious including the delicious curated sunomono and the most flavorful green tea. My favorite hand roll were the scallops done 2 different ways: Hokkaido and Asburi! Highly recommend this restaurant! read more
1 year ago
The best hand roll. I love this place so much. I have been there when I go visit my family in Vancouver. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Food overall was good! No complaints as everything was yummy. Ambiance was really nice, I liked the minimalistic modern vibe, perfect for date night in Yaletown. Service: honestly it was lacking. They're polite but not paying attention. Didn't give us soy sauce bowls like everyone else, we had to ask. Had to ask for ginger and wasabi twice cause they forgot. I expect high quality service for this part of town and for the price of the food. Id recommend hello Nori instead for more rolls for cheaper and better service. Also we ordered sunomono and it was only cucumbers, for $5! Now I know traditional sunomono doesn't come with noodle, but you can't expect all your customers to know that info when any typical Japanese resto has noodles with their sunomono. And no, they didn't indicate this on their menu read more
If you haven't tried this place out you guys gotta. They are so good and I absolutely loved their hand rolls and sets. The drinks are also immaculate and yummy. * 5 roll ($32) ~ Hokkaido scallop, tempura shrimp, yellowtail, king salmon, aburi scallop ~ all were so good and delicious, I absolutely loved the king salmon and Hokkaido scallop. 8.5/10. * 5 oshi nori roll ($36) ~ spicy lobster, unagi, king salmon, negitoro, aburi king salmon ~ the spicy lobster was so good and the negitoro was so well done!! 8/10. * Chef selection sashimi ($50) ~ the sashimi was all so fresh and thick cut! It was delicious and not to mention the tuna and salmon melts in your mouth! 8.5/10. * Tuna tataki ($16) ~ DELICIOUS - I loved the seared tuna and the sauce it came with. It was refreshing and a nice palate cleanser between each roll. 9/10. * Toro uni ($17) ~ chef kiss I highly recommend this it was so good and the toro was fatty and the uni was sooo buttery!! 10/10. * Matcha crème brûlée ($7.50) ~ I love crème brûlée and the matcha wasn't too strong! It was sweet but not too sweet! 7/10. * Tokyo mule ($16) ~ delicious twist on Moscow mule the wasabi was an interesting and nice touch wasn't overpowering! 6.5/10. * Cherry blossom ($17) ~ I AM OBSESSED WITH THIS DRINK! The soho lychee and yuzu paired so well together it was sweet and strong I really enjoyed this with the rolls! 10/10. * Overall the presentation was phenomenal and the sushi rolls itself was delicious I loved the hand rolls it was good and I'd be back! read more
9 months ago
2 years ago
I HAND TO ROLL OUT I was recently invited to try out Vancouver's newest Japanese hand roll bar and was blown away by how good the food was. @eatoshinori is Vancouver's newest dining experience for Japanese hand rolls, and everything that i tried was absolutely delicious. The clean and minimalistic interior and bar seating creates a very elegant yet intimate atmosphere. I felt comfortable interacting with the chef and other fellow diners, and loved how the minimalistic interior kept my focus on the beauty and flavours of the food. The staff were all super welcoming and always ready to interact or answer any questions. My chef was really helpful with suggestions as well, and my water glass was always full which is a huge bonus. All of the raw hand rolls that I ordered tasted super fresh and did not have any hint of fishy or gaminess. They were also a lot more generous with the premium toppings like uni, unagi, and crab compared to other hand roll places that I've tried. Their premium hand rolls are also very fairly priced for the portion and quality. Here's everything that I ordered: 4 OSHI NORI ROLLS ($28/set) - Spicy Bluefin - Negitoro - Salmon - Aburi Scallop SPICY LOBSTER $10.50 UNAGI $8 TORO-UNI $17 A5 WAGYU DONBURI $24.50 MOCHI ICE CREAM $6.50 I honestly over ordered because I was not expecting the hand rolls to be so big. Needless to say when I finished my meal I had to roll myself out the door. I enjoyed everything that I tried, but my top 3 were definitely the Toro-uni, Aburi Scallop, and Unagi. I will definitely be revisiting Oshi Nori when a hand roll craving hits. Have you guys checked out Vancouver's newest hand roll spot yet? 10/10 10/10 $$ ($25-$60/per person) Oshi Nori | 1055 Mainland St, Vancouver [media] read more
10 months ago
2 years ago
Walking around Vancouver and stumbled into a sushi handroll spot that'd Id happily go back for more. Simple ambiance where the focus is on the specially made hand rolls. Where art meets sushi and well balanced. read more
2 years ago
Cool and hip sushi roll spot in yaletown. Got the 5 roll combo and fish all tasted very fresh. Prices are a bit steep but it's yaletown and worth it for a special occasion. Highly recommend the uni oshi roll. My friend got to pick a free dessert for his birthday as well. Would go again but expect a lighter dinner. read more
2 years ago
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