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Sushi Bar Shu

4.4 (78 reviews)
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Closed 1:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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LuFei L.

This was my first omakase experience and I had such a wonderful time here! We were the first to arrive for our lunch seating and had a nice chat with the chef. He was super friendly and easy to talk to. As others have mentioned, the space is very intimate with just a row of bar seats. We opted for the lunch menu, which felt like a much better deal than dinner. The actual food was very fresh and delicious. Although the chef explained every piece, I got very lost, but I did appreciate how everything tasted. Some of his friends were also there that day and the chatter made the experience feel a lot more fun and casual. He was also so kind by including everyone when he wanted to offer an additional piece for his friends. The service was great overall. The staff were super attentive the whole time, always refilling the tea. They also don't rush you at all and even allow you to sit for a bit after the meal is complete.

Ly W.

We came on a weekend afternoon for their lunch menu and arrived at a seating of around 7 people. The interior is quiet and tranquil. Aside from the bar seating, there is a private table at the back which I suppose is used for dinner service or for special guests. At the beginning of each item, the chef would introduce what it is before serving it.The food quality was solid and everything tasted fresh. I found the wasabi in the nigiri a little too strong for me personally, but I enjoyed the glaze they put on some of the nigiri, which had a hint of yuzu? flavour. Service was attentive and tea was topped off, which one would expect since there were only 7 diners. Aside from the food in terms of dining experience, I wish there was more interaction between the chef and the guests. There was a regular diner and the chef mainly interacted with his friend. It would have been nice to get more interaction with the chef. The regular diner also got a couple of extra pieces, which we understand was reasonable considering their relationship, but it was slightly awkward because no one else were served those pieces. Overall, the price is decent for the quality and amount of food - you leave satisfied, but not full. I understand that not everyone likes interaction with the chef, but in an intimate setting more personal engagement would have been preferred for me.

Otoro
Hannah Y.

The best omakase in Vancouver Fresh and perfect nigiri Nice service The plating is the art! A Very kind chef

Angela T.

I want to start off by saying I really wanted to love it but there were several things that took away from the experience. The omakase experience itself is pretty intimate (6 counter seats). The chef of the night was Brian. There were 3 parties at our seating. From the start, Brian served one of the parties different food than us and continued to do so throughout the night as it turns out they were his friends and "regulars". It was really distracting as during omakase everyone is typically served at similar times and the same item with introductions. However Brian seemed to shift his focus especially halfway through the meal exclusively on his friends, asking for feedback, if they wanted more food, and of course serving them pieces that the rest of us did not receive. Towards the end of the dinner, his other chef ended up taking over serving because Brian was so focused on his friends. There were even times when they didn't explain what was being served. It would have been a better overall experience had he just wanted til the end to serve his friends or have their own tasting session. I'm not a hater, but if I'm paying for this experience, it should not be so distracting there's only 6 customers! Looking at a review earlier this month, it seems to be a common sentiment. Overall the food was slightly above average, experience aside and just talking about the fish there weren't too many pieces that were extraordinary or special in their seasoning/preparation. I couldn't even name one that I liked in particular. Having tried a good variety of omakase experiences, this was kind of disappointing. Especially at the $188 price point, I expected more. We did appreciate that they gave us free caviar for our anniversary.

Stephanie L.

Wanted an Omakase experience while visiting Vancouver and decided on trying Sushi Bar Shu. Dinner was relaxing with only six patrons at the sushi bar. Pacing was good and sushi chef Kevin was super friendly and engaging. Really enjoyed some of the presentation of the dishes. The star for me was probably the hotate with yuzu and shiso sorbet. The shari tasted a little mild for me; I wish it had more vinegar than it did. Definitely a good date night or celebration dinner. A bit out of the way if you are staying in downtown Vancouver, but also glad to see other parts of the city.

A5 Wagyu with Uni and Caviar
Clarissa N.

10/10 for a fantastic and wholesome omakase experience. Best in the city for sure! Chef Kevin and his team use quality ingredients, and really have an amazing menu. Perfect for special occasions, birthdays, or just a date night!

Justin K.

Decided to treat ourselves as we heard great things about Sushi Bar Shu and boy were we impressed! Not only was Kevin (owner) and Brian very hospitably and friendly, but they surprised us with a couple extra treats which you will see in the photos attached. **WARNING** - you will be drooling after looking at the photos. Due to COVID-19, spots are limited so I recommend booking in advance online. You will have to put down a deposit so make sure you choose wisely. There are times at 6pm and 8pm so we decided to go with the 6pm seating. Traffic around that time on Granville can be hectic, so plan ahead as you can find parking along the side streets. As they don't have a liquor license, plan ahead as you are allowed to BYOB. As it's a seasonal omakase menu, we had the choice of paying extra for A5 Miyazaki wagyu and caviar. You also get a choice of a daily Okonomi sushi option which was o-toro. In terms of the food and quality, there's not much I can say as the photos will speak for themselves. Everything was incredible! From the attention to detail, explanations, friendly service and ambiance, this is a great place for a celebration or date night. Overall, I highly recommend this place and would definitely come back again! Thank you Kevin and Brian for the amazing experience :)

Lobster
Monica T.

This place is amazing for a traditional yet fun omakase experience. From the fried lobster to the cuttlefish to the horse mackerel to the dessert - 10/10. The staff was professional and friendly. The food was fresh and clean. The vibes were immaculate. Eat here for a lovely meal.

Jason F.

This is one of the best omakase places in Vancouver. The service is excellent and the chefs are very friendly and describe the dishes very well. We ordered the "expensive" set which added an appetizer, some sashimi pieces and dessert. We also added an A5 Wagyu option for $86. Everything was delicious. I enjoyed the bluefin tuna the most but that's not to say anything was wrong with the other pieces. The Wagyu was absolutely delicious. We will be back for sure!

Rachel L.

I'll keep this short and simple. Sushi Bar Shu is one of my favourite omakase restaurants of all time. I'm honestly upset I can't afford to eat here every day. The quality of ingredients and attention to preparation is immaculate. I am beyond impressed by the ingredient pairings with each cut of fish. The flavours are not your traditional pairings it has a more contemporary twist. I would also recommend getting the A5 Miyazaki Wagyu to share. Let's also not forget about the exceptional customer service. I was flying in from Toronto to celebrate my 6th-anniversary with my significant other. Unfortunately, when I was making arrangements for my trip, the restaurant was booked up for the whole month!!! Luckily, I was able to get in touch with Kevin who had nicely provided me with a timeslot for my anniversary dinner because we would have definitely missed out (Thanks Kevin!). My only unfavourable moment was that we arrived later than expected due to road closure from a vehicle collision and the team kindly refused to serve the Miyazaki Wagyu as they did not want us to rush through the service. In the end, we did get the Wagyu served but it did take a bit of convincing. I don't think my overall experience was ruined at all. All and all, a great experience for the price point and would return again!

Omakase menu
Michelle L.

Valentine's Day during COVID is quite a different experience dining at Sushi Bar Shu. Limited seating so my hubby made reservations waaay ahead of time. Only 6 seats at the sushi bar with plexiglass dividers between parties. Omakase includes a variety of dishes: 3 appetizer size of saw seafood, 3 appetizers, 12 made in front of you sushi, 1 miso soup, 1 tamago egg, and 1 dessert. This omakase comes with more than just sushi, and I appreciate Chef Kevin put the thought in creating the menu. Starting with the chawamushi that was so flavored with the dashi (stock), the consistency was perfect, not too watery and just solidify enough to taste both the egg and dashi. I really love the dashi, really well made! The 3 raw fish starters were very delicious, each was perfectly paired with its own special sauce to bring out the freshness of the unique fish taste, absolutely heavenly! ChuToro was soo very fatty that my lips were soo glossy!! Out of the 3 appetizer, the braised beef tongue stood out for me cos it was so very tender, I didn't mind kiss it other than my husband tonight. When it comes to the sushi, Chef Kevin hand presses the sushi rice each and everyone of them in front of you with different seafood on top. A few of them were paired with specialty salt and citrus juice or yuzu zest to compliment the seafood, and amplify the unique taste of each of the seafood. Personally, I absolutely enjoyed the hamachi with fresh yuzu zest and the ChuToro. Out of the 12 pieces, only 2 pieces were paired with specialty salt and citru, and the rest were brushed with soy sauce. In the future, I hope to see Chef Kevin can play with more specialty salt and the seafood to enhance flavors. For example, pair with different kind of specify salts, other exotic fruits/veggie. Just to stimulate the palette. The one thing I love most is the sushi rice! Yes, the rice! The temperature was just warm, not room temperature but warmer, very so slightly marinated with vinegar and mirin. Chef Kevin is very skillful when hand pressing the sushi rice, everyone of the sushi I picked by hand, yes, hand not chopsticks, I can feel the sushi rice were nicely held together very so lightly and not mushed. Chef Kevin has the perfect pressure that when I hold onto my sushi, none of the rice fell off! As for the tamago, it was sooo delicious!! Dense on the bottom and bubbly fluffy on top~~ We also ordered the A5 Miyazaki Wagyu to share on top of the omakase, it was soooo worth it!!Burst of juice and fat in every bite into the wagyu steak! Enjoy every piece of it! The dessert was absolutely perfect!! It's a shiso sorbet with shiso jelly on the bottom with a shiso flower on top. Shiso usually use as a palette cleanser and capturing that light refreshing taste and turn it into an icy sorbet was just genius! Love it so much!! Definitely will come back for more!! The tamago was very delicious!!

Panna Cotta
Spoonful.of.Jaes S.

If you like Sushi and you want Omakase, Sushi Bar Shu is a MUST TRY. The experience was AMAZING and you will not regret it! Food - I can't say enough good things about the quality of the food here. It was SO good. We couldn't help but smile throughout the whole meal. There were things I thought I didn't like before coming, like liver, or uni. But I had it here, and I am a changed person. It was SO creamy and so delicious. The liver had no grittiness. Chef Kevin explained the reason behind that is because of the way the food was processed/handled and of course, the freshness of the ingredient. Seriously, don't be swayed because you think there will be a couple of items that you don't like on the menu. Sushi Bar Shu will make you love it after you try it! Service - The Chef Kevin and all the other Chefs are absolutely amazing. They provided the best service and gave us the best experience. They are so attentive to every single detail - down to whether or not you use your left or right hand to eat. I will say that you have to book quite far in advance to get a spot! So if you're thinking about it for a special date or event, plan a couple of months ahead to get a table!!

Chef Kevin

We went to Sushi Bar Shu on Saturday 27th May with a booking which we failed to confirm. Luckily for us one couple volunteered to let us have their seats since they are old customers. I must say we are not only lucky but also blessed. We enjoyed not only the food and the ambiance but also the generosity of the guests and the owner Kevin. I am particularly grateful because I am from out of town and that's my last weekend in Vancouver. Thank you for all of the nice people out there. Thank you Vancouver. Thank you Kevin. I am sure we will be back again.

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4.4(2.6k reviews)
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Who gave this spot anything less than 5 stars? I just want to talk lol. Seriously, were we…read moreexperiencing the same meal. Steep as it is, I decided I wanted a "quick little sushi lunch with a view", and a quick little sushi lunch with a few is exactly what I received. Although I don't recommend it, I walked right in from the street, no reservation, and was seated at the bar (in pretty casual street clothes I may add). I enjoyed a premium sake flight (which was fine...just fine), an old fashioned served with the perfect accompanying dark chocolate, and a good amount of sushi including their signature aburi style sushi in flight form and nigiri tuna flight (bluefin, chutoro, otoro). After visiting Japan last December, I'm a bit of an otoro snob but I have to hand it to them, all three of these cuts were perfect. The accompanying rice, perfection. The quality of the fish, divine. The view was the cherry on top of this experience. This will certainly be a spot I revisit next time I'm in Vancouver.

3.5 stars if I could…read more Excellent service from the staff. They were attentive, checked in periodically and very professional. Michelin starred quality in their service by how they explained the menu, brought out the food, came back around to refill waters. Just top notch service and elegantly so. The food was good but not of value. Their lunch set was a good introductory to what they offer. I enjoyed the food for its flavours and presentation but I thought that it was a bit overpriced. Don't get me wrong, it's beautiful, fresh and definitely elevated, but it was $50 for 10pcs of sushi, 2 appetizer sized samples of their appetizer or entree dishes, and miso soup (which we did not get and didn't realize till much later in the day). If you're wanting an upscale experience (and portion) of good quality food or wanting to impress other parties, then this is a nice spot. For regular eats, it's a bit too luxurious to be a casual thing in my opinion. The ambiance is nice and calm. They have a patio, which has a meh view overlooking the harbor, but beware of a breezy day. It will catch a bit of a wind tunnel. They have heaters and blankets but the heaters don't really reach unless you're sitting next to it.

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4.0(302 reviews)
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I visited this place a few days ago during a busy time. There were quite a few people waiting, and…read morethe weather was cold. I completely understand that the space inside is limited, and waiting can be unavoidable. What made the experience less comfortable was not the wait itself, but the way it was communicated. Being asked to wait outside felt a bit cold and impersonal. In situations like this, a more friendly explanation, a small sign at the door, or even a simple system that lets customers know when to come back could make the wait feel much more considerate and human. Running a small restaurant is not easy, especially in today's economic climate. I truly believe that with a warmer, more customer-oriented approach, this place could do very well. This review is meant as a gentle suggestion, and I hope it's taken in that spirit.

Marulilu cafe is a super small dining area but the result is a cozy and intimate atmosphere. I…read morewould love to bring back friends here for a casual spot that encourages discussion. The staff were very friendly. And about the food... it's good. The garlic omurice we had brought back memories of Japan. The breakfast set had smaller portions but that's actually what a real Japanese breakfast was, small portions. So I really enjoyed it. I'm definitely coming back.

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Saku

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

Saku is delicious! Although it's a bit pricey, the quality of the food and meat is good. As well,…read moreyou get unlimited soup, salad and rice! Their housemade sesame sauce for the salad is very good! All the servers are very nice and attentive.

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4.1(843 reviews)
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We dropped into Minami for happy hour and were seated immediately…read more We ordered from the happy hour menu for a quick snack before dinner plans: Brussels sprouts were the surprise standout: crisped edges, a nice caramelized finish, and enough seasoning to keep each bite interesting. The oshi sampler (their signature pressed sushi) looked tidy and well-composed, and the textures were clean, though the flavors didn't quite pop the way I'd hoped. The roll we ordered was fine, nothing to write home about. Happy hour pricing makes this an accessible way to try Minami's menu. That said, I left feeling like I'd rather spend more for items not on the happy hour menu.

Mixed bag. Some dishes like the Hamachi Crudo was quite good. So was the chicken & foie gras gyoza…read morewhich was an interesting take. However, everything else was not great. The wagyu carpaccio had so much sauce and stuff that you couldn't taste the meat anymore. The tuna had a very "fishy" taste, the kind you get when you've left it out too long and it's not fresh. Dessert was average though the ice cream & sorbet were very good, with nice flavours. Service was also mixed. Not bad but also could definitely have been better. The server we had was difficult to get his attention when needed. Restaurant itself is nicely decorated, but gets quite noisy when full.

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4.8(41 reviews)
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I made a reservation at Okeya Kyujiro for my partner's 40th birthday, and he had the best time…read more 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.

Service was really amazing with servers explaining each dish and drinks were always topped off…read more 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.

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