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    Chicken Teppanyaki with Rice Combo (soup + drink). $13.60 with tax.
    Kevin C.

    This is quite good coming from a food court. It's located at a convenient location, food is alright (acceptable for quick lunch), and pretty cheap too (this would cost way more in Toronto). The portion is plenty, but too much rice. The rice is too sticky (whether intentional or not) for my taste. Although the rice mixed with the sauce it's pretty good - fills you up. I recommend getting combo since it comes with a drink and a soup. The drink is quite large and you can carry it with you after your meal. Having Teppanyaki in a food court is still relatively rare in Canada (at least I don't see any in Toronto). Teppan Kitchen stood out to me in the food court (compared to burgers, Thai Express, among others), tasted okay, and affordable/quick. TK's menu seems very diversified, I'd like to try something else next time.

    No.2, 14 spice chicken meal
    Kevin O.

    Teppan Kitchen is one of those locations I had my eyes on. It's food from a food court, but of course you cannot assume it's going to be bad. I enjoyed the food, hence the 4 stars. The service is quick and the flavours are good; though not mind blowing. The prices are fairly reasonable, since you can get a combo (a main meal plus an add-on, like a drink for $1.50) coming to a total of as low as $11 or so. I ordered the no. 2, the "14 spice chicken." I liked the flavour but it kind of tasted like the sauce was a soybean sauce that I have in a jar at home. I'm sure it's not a hard recipe to make at home, but for lunch it really hit the spot so, hey it's yumz for the tumz at least. Oh yeah, you can burn yourself if you're a klutz, so if you're clumsy, don't eat here or you'll burn your hands and your tongue. Overall, it's pretty delish. Location is close to Waterfront and SFU's Vancouver campus, so it's easily accessible.

    Smoked salmon with pasta
    Michael W.

    My favourite spot at the Harbour Centre food court is Teppan Kitchen. I've tried several dishes here and plan to try several more. On this visit I had the smoked salmon pasta, which exceeded my expectations. Thanks Teppan Kitchen.

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    Worst place to eat ever. I went yesterday there with my mom and I ordered the plate number 1 (chicken with rice). i asked the girl if I could change the rice and she gave me 2 options: noodles and veggies. i choosed veggies and when I checked my receipt, she charged me more 1.50 for the veggie and didn't put the rice. She just charged to CHANGE the rice for the veggies. In the pictures showed in the Restaurant, the plates are só big. But in real they are so small containing a small amount of chicken. At the end of the meal I was still Hungry (and I am so small).I cant believe I payed 11.50 in that. Do not recommend at all!!!!

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    Justin K.

    Came back to Teppan Kitchen for lunch again and wasn't disappointed. Finding good Chinese food downtown near Waterfront Station is never easy and I'm always satisfied by what I get at Teppan. This time I picked up a Hainan chicken rice for take out to take back to the office. Managed to sneak in before the lunch hour rush and got my food super quick. The Hainan chicken comes on a nice bed of rice and comes with two types of dipping sauce and cucumbers on the side. In terms of taste, the food is excellent. Like I said before, finding Chinese food like this in a food court is rare since it's not the Canadianized Chinese food that you would normally find. The chicken is boneless and soft although I will confess that the rice is a little bit dry. But - considering it's a food court they do a pretty nice job. Total for lunch was only $9.82! Overall, if we are going to be critical and compare this to a full restaurant then no, maybe Teppan cannot compare. But if you are thinking about finding good Chinese takeout in the downtown area that will do authentic Hong Kong style food, then Teppan will satisfy all your needs.

    Ceci C.

    Nothing beats Teppan Kitchen for convenience when it comes to lunch. This is my favourite place to get Hainanese chicken rice (海南雞飯) in Vancouver. When they first opened I went almost twice a week, and I've raved to everyone I know about this place as well. Their chicken rice is super yummy and filling. The chicken is deboned, and the rice is always fluffy and flavourful. I always get either the rice or their Seafood Laksa.

    Alena Y.

    I got the "Smoked Salmon Pasta with Citrus Cream Sauce" and upgraded to a combo for $1.50 (you get a drink and a miso soup). The pasta was served on a hot skillet sizzling and looked delicious. The taste was as awesome as it looked! I love how they added onion into the pasta, as it definitely added extra flavour. For my drink, I got the lemon coke. I was skeptical about the miso soup because it was really bland the last time I was here, but today was flavourful and excellent. Lastly, the staff was really nice which made the usual and boring food court experience that much better!

    14 spice chicken
    Krystal C.

    It was my first time trying out the food here a few days ago. I ordered the 14 spice chicken because I was craving something flavorful. It's served on a sizzling plate with wooden board along with miso soup on the side. It was good, but my expectation of it being super flavorful was not met. Luckily the miso soup helped with some flavor.

    Seafood/Fishball noodle soup

    I've been here a few times, nothing special but it's one of the better options for asian food in Downtown. Spice chicken teppan rice - okay portion, a bit too salty, could use more spice/flavour. Laksa - always takes a long time for this to be ready. Good portion, a bit mild, the soup could be more rich. Seafood / Fishball noodle soup - It's a new item, huge portion, nothing special. Good on a cold day. The laksa is better. You can add a miso soup and drink for $1.50.

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    Love their Hainanese chicken. Good service and speedy serving. Please keep up the good quality. Many more people will come. :)

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    Kingyo

    4.4
    (1.3k reviews)
    1.9 km
    $$$

    Came here for dinner and had a great meal here We made a reservation beforehand because we heard…read morethe wait time can get pretty long. All the food was delicious, and fish tasted really fresh. We especially liked the calamari and karaage here, but all the dishes were top notch. Service was friendly and attentive as well

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    Bamboo divider along community table
    Bamboo divider along community table
    Beef tongue
    Beef tongue
    Anniversary menu course #2 - omakase 3 kinds appetizers

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    Guu with Garlic

    Guu with Garlic

    4.3
    (1.1k reviews)
    1.7 km
    $$

    Maybe it's an American thing to linger and enjoy a dining experience. To stay longer than needed to…read moresoak up the ambiance and give a good moment some extra time for memories. But in other parts of the world the meal is what's important and so is a quick turn around. Guu with Garlic reminded me a lot of the Izakaya restaurants I found under the train lines of Tokyo in many ways, including the amount of time it felt right to stay. The food came out quick, the servers took orders quicker, and the alcohol came out chilled and as nice contrast to the hot food. Looking around and you see the hand written menu on blackboard surfaces on the walls and this feeling of authenticity. The heat of the flames from the kitchen can be felt and seen if you sit at the bar. And the flavors just hit all the right notes. Starting with appetizers, a section izakayas shine at, the first dish we got was their scallop and mayo pizza. With a crispy crunch on the bottom and crust, this reminds you of the flavors of a baked volcano roll or scallop roll you can find in almost any North American sushi restaurant. Just like that dish, it's important to eat it while it's still hot so it doesn't get gross and 느끼 에. Then came the yellowtail tuna "tempura" pieces. Thick pieces of yellowtail tuna flash fried for just the right crisp on the outside with slight pink of the fish inside. It is meaty without being oily or fatty. Great bite. The beef tongue after was interesting. From the color of the sauce it accompanies it you would think it would be heavy in flavor but it is actually light and citrusy. A good cut into the richer tones of the beef tongue. The yaki udon was one of the best I ever had. It was smokey without being overpowering. The beef was thin and tender and balanced well with the mushrooms it also came with. The udon noodles stayed bouncy and chewy which I didn't expect from being grilled. Very tasty and highly recommend this dish. For our final bite we shared a hot stone bowl of their pork and cabbage rice. With the hot stone bowl constantly cooking even after this dish arrived it was imperative to stir the ingredients together constantly for the first two minutes. It allowed for the runny egg to meld with the rice and the crispy texture of some ingredients was a nice bonus. All in all, I loved eating here and if my appetite was bigger I would've tried more on their menu. A solid place to eat with a great atmosphere, if you're looking for delicious food that won't take too much of your time but still lingers in your memories you have to check out Guu with Garlic.

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    Same decor as 20+yrs ago when this was our go-to place for drinks & snacks!!
    Same decor as 20+yrs ago when this was our go-to place for drinks & snacks!!
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    The delicious individual bite of their yellowfin tuna tempura

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    Saku

    Saku

    4.5
    (524 reviews)
    1.6 km
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    First time at this Japanese restaurant, and it was really great!…read more Signature Japanese Fried Pork Cutlet Rosu Katsu $27 This time I was smarter and ordered the cut with a good balance of fat and lean meat. The moment I bit into it, it was bursting with juice! The meat was incredibly thick but not dry at all, and the outer skin was crispy like snowflakes. The first bite was amazing; I've never had such a delicious pork cutlet in Shanghai. Curry Pork Cutlet Rosu Curry $29.5 My friend ordered the curry pork cutlet today, and it was surprisingly excellent! The curry flavor was incredibly rich and full-bodied. Wrapped in the crispy pork cutlet and eaten with rice, it was pure carb bliss! Freshly Ground Sesame Powder I have to praise their freshly ground sesame powder; the aroma of the sesame seeds you grinded yourself was a real highlight. * With lemon salt: Refreshing and original, a perfect way to cut through the richness! * With barbecue sauce: Mixed with sesame powder, the flavors develop layer by layer. With two flavors to choose from, it's really hard to stop! I'll definitely come back to try it again next time.

    A must visit if you are a katsu fan! I ordered the Ebi and Hotate Katsu Curry. The katsu was…read moredeliciously crispy on the outside, but juicy on the inside. The portion was massive - it came with 3 huge prawns and 2 juicy scallops. I barely made a dent in my food and went home with a very full box of leftovers. Saku generously provides unlimited refills on their miso soup and cabbage salad. The cabbage salad with homemade sesame dressing was especially addicting! I could eat it for days. Service was attentive and the restaurant decor was sleek and modern. I will absolutely be back next time I'm in Vancouver!

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    Inside
    Zenbu set with refillable soup, rice and salad
    Zenbu set with refillable soup, rice and salad
    Zenbu katsu

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    Okeya Kyujiro

    4.8
    (42 reviews)
    1.2 km

    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.

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    Inside the waiting area before being taken to your seat.
    Inside the waiting area before being taken to your seat.
    Lychee jelly w/ brown sugar syrup, ginger icecream monaka, crown melon + japanese orange
    Lychee jelly w/ brown sugar syrup, ginger icecream monaka, crown melon + japanese orange
    A5 wagyu sukiyaki

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    Guu Original Thurlow

    Guu Original Thurlow

    4.1
    (839 reviews)
    1.0 km
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    I came here for dinner on a weeknight with two foodie friends of mine. Said friends lived in Japan…read morefor over a decade and they've dined here often in the past, saying it's very "authentic" Izakaya and it reminds them of their past life in Japan (which they miss a lot). Me, I know nothing about Izakaya or what is or isn't authentic Japanese cuisine, so this review is coming from someone with zero knowledge or expectation of any specific foods or experiences. Despite it being a weeknight, the place was packed. It was good that we had a reservation. There was a couple in line before me and they were walk-ins, and there were no available seats for them. I noted how small this place was, and crowded, with the tables close together and a long bar with a counter and barstools there (also close together). Our reserved table was right by the front door - literally, - so every time the door opened, we got a gust of cold air (and it was a cold February night when we were there). I kept my coat on. Truth be known, I was not very comfortable. Also, it was loud. Very loud. I like how the staff shout Japanese greetings to diners whenever they enter but between the frequent shouts and the sheer volume of chatter from all the diners, all sitting close together in close proximity, it was kinda hard to hear what my friends were saying during our dinner. That said, the environment was super vibrant and, again, my friends said this was very typical of an Izakaya in Japan. Food-wise, I have no idea what my friends ordered. The menu was primarily available by way of a QR code and I had no idea what the dishes were, so I deferred to my friends' knowledge. But I can attest that all the dishes were DELICIOUS. We had some sort of Japanese street food "pancakes" (they were wonderful). We had some sort of stirfry beef with noodles (amazing). We had two types of sashimi (omg both were so fresh and so so good!). We had a few other dishes that I can't recall, but I remember I loved them. So.... the food here was GREAT. Service was also attentive which I hadn't expected, being as busy as the restaurant was. I really liked this place but I'll probably go back in the summertime when the weather is nicer as I was cold there, and I'd dine at an off-time, when the volume wasn't so loud. (I'm too old for the loudness!).

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    Guu Original Thurlow
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    Fried pork belly
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    Hello Nori

    4.5
    (325 reviews)
    1.0 km
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    Hello Nori was our last lunch before checking out and heading to the airport, and it was such a…read moresolid way to end the trip. We picked up the 16-piece Premium Cut Rolls (toro, yellowtail, scallop, and truffle lobster), and the quality really showed in the taste. Everything was clean, fresh, and well-balanced -- no heavy sauces, no distractions, just really good fish. The toro was rich and smooth, the scallop was buttery, and the truffle lobster added a nice depth without overpowering the roll. Pickup was quick and seamless, and the food was packaged well for eating on the go before a flight. Portions are standard, but the flavor and quality are absolutely the highlight here. If you care more about how sushi tastes than flashy extras, Hello Nori is a great choice. Would happily come back next time.

    This is a good spot to grab a bite and take a break from shopping on Robson. It's very spacious…read moreinside with modern aesthetics and the hostess was welcoming. Every guest is seated around the bar where they can watch the rolls being made fresh. Upon being seated you place your order by marking a piece of paper. We started off with cocktails: kaiju en neguroni and peach pafekuto and they were both refreshing. We each ordered a few rolls and my fave is the unagi hand roll. The unagi was flame-torched right in front of me. Prices are on the expensive side with small portions, but everything tasted fresh.

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    Interiors - seating area
    Interiors - seating area
    Salmon oshi ($8) and ebi oshi ($8)
    Salmon oshi ($8) and ebi oshi ($8)
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    Shizen Ya

    4.3
    (615 reviews)
    1.0 km
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    Fresh, Beautiful, and Consistently Great! ​I returned to…read moreShizenya after a while, and it reminded me why I love this place. Even on a Thursday night, the restaurant was nearly full, which speaks to its popularity. ​I ordered the Tako Sunomono and the Premium Chirashi Don. ​Tako Sunomono: The octopus was perfectly tender and the vinegar dressing was refreshing--exactly what I needed to wash away the fatigue of the day. ​Premium Chirashi Don: The presentation was stunning and immediately worked up my appetite. Every piece of seafood was incredibly fresh and of high quality. You can really taste the difference here. ​If you're looking for healthy, fresh, and beautifully presented Japanese cuisine, Shizenya is a must-visit. Highly recommended!

    This was my favorite meal of our entire trip to Vancouver. The decor is small and intimate. They…read moredid offer us a highchair and did wipe down the inside of the chair but the outside was fairly dirty so my toddler opted for a regular chair. Children utensils provided which was very much appreciated. Restroom in the back was clean. The food was fresh and delicious. SAKURA BLOSSOM ROLL - brown rice - comes with a lot and delicious UNI TEMAKI (2pc) - my husband and I each had one. very refreshing with the uni and the brown rice. SOCKEYE SALMON SASHIMI- very fresh and thick slices. I had one piece - good. MENTAIKO YAKI UDON - My favorite food item from our entire trip. Omg. I can sit there all day long and just eat this. I always order this when I see it on the menu and some places really don't do a good job. VEGETABLE UDON SOUP - for our toddler

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    Inside the restaurant
    Inside the restaurant
    Sockeye salmon sashimi 5 piece
    Sockeye salmon sashimi 5 piece
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    Teppan Kitchen - japanese - Updated June 2026

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