These Are The Best Sushi Spots In Vancouver By Neighbourhood
Because sushi is a staple Vancouver meal.
Yes, there are Canadian food inventions like poutine and maple syrup (that's about all the ones I know), but when it comes to uniting Vancouverites over food, we think it's safe to say that sushi is the answer.
Sushi is a staple Vancouver meal and tbh we're so thankful for that. Pretty sure all Vancouverites related when Corinne said on The Bachelor, I need sushi. It's delicious and can be done so many different ways, and for some reason it doesn't really get old.
Sushi can be found pretty much any place where restaurants are found in Vancouver. If you walk along a restaurant street, like West 4th or Robson, every like few places you pass by is a sushi spot. And with so many spots in the market, it can be hard to figure out which is the best ones.
From aburi seared sushi to box sushi to your typical Avocado roll, these spots are the places to go. We've got you covered at different price points, styles and ambiances. And if you want to conquer the best sushi in Vancouver, check out our Vancouver sushi bucket list that is what sushi dreams are made of. Happy eating Vancouverites!
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Vancouver East Side and Burnaby
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Downtown
Miku
Where: 200 Granville St #70 // Downtown
Type: Japanese
We recommend this dish: Salmon Oshi Sushi
Price: 💸💸💸
Why you should go: Home to the first introduction of Aburi-style cuisine in Vancouver, Miku's offers gourmet sushi. This waterfront restaurant offers a beautiful view of the Burrard Inlet and has a patio to boot. It's perfect for special occasions.
Yui Japanese Bistro
Where: 102-1185 W Georgia Street // Downtown
Type: Japanese
We recommend this dish: Ebi Oshi Sushi
Price: 💸 💸
Why you should go: If you love aburi sushi but don't love how expensive it can be, Yui Japanese Bistro is where you can save money but not have to sacrifice quality. Aburi oshi costs only $11 here.
Sushi Itoga
Where: 1668 Robson Street // Downtown
Type: Japanese
We recommend this dish: Uni nigiri
Price: 💸 💸
Why you should go: If you're looking for good value, cheaper prices and generous portion in the Downtown area, Sushi Itoga is your answer.
Minami
Where: 1118 Mainland St
Type: Japanese
We recommend this dish: Aburi Salmon Oshi
Price: 💸💸💸
Why you should go: From Miku comes Minami, another upscale aburi sushi bar. Located in Yaletown, Minami has delicious sushi and mouthwatering Japan-Euro influenced desserts.
For Vancouver East Side and Burnaby, click "Next".
Vancouver East Side and Burnaby
Sushi By Yuji
Where: 2252 Kingsway // Burnaby
Type: Japanese, Sushi Bar
We recommend this dish: Negitoro with Egg
Price: 💸💸
Why you should go: Looking for a different twist on sushi? Sushi by Yuji's is a delicious, good value sushi restaurant that puts quail eggs on some of their rolls. Their Negitoro with Egg roll will melt in your mouth.
Kishimoto Japanese Kitchen
Where: 2054 Commercial Drive // Commercial-Broadway
Type: Japanese
Most popular item: Salmon Oshi
Price: 💸💸
Why you should go: Do you love the feeling of deliciousness melting in your mouth? Experience the aburi oshi sushi at Kishimoto.
Toshi Sushi
Where: 181 E 16th Ave // Mount Pleasant
Type: Japanese, Sushi Bar
We recommend this dish: Box Roll
Price: 💸💸
Why you should go: The sushi here is absolutely delicious and a great value for it's high quality at that! But Vancouver is well aware of all this so beware that there may be a long line up. It's also believed that the famous California Roll originated from the chef at Toshi Sushi.
Maruyama
Where: 3883 Rupert St // Renfrew-Collingwood
Type: Japanese, Sushi Bar
We recommend this dish: Renkodai
Price: 💸💸💸
Why you should go: Want fresh fish straight outta Japan? This boutique style udon and sushi bar has fresh local fish as well as imported fish from Japan. The owner and chef is from Tokyo.
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Vancouver West Side
Raisu
Where: 2340 W 4th Ave // Kitsilano
Type: Japanese, Sushi Bar
We recommend this dish: Pressed Sushi Box
Price: 💸💸
Why you should go: If you love Japanese tapas, you'll love Raisu. This izakaya is owned by the same group that owns Kingyo, Suika and Rajio. Their Pressed Sushi Box tastes as good as it looks.
The Eatery
Where: 3431 W Broadway // Kitsilano
Type: Japanese, Sushi Bar
We recommend this dish: Electric Banana
Price: 💸💸
Why you should go: If you love places that are hella funky, you'll love the eclectic vibe at The Eatery. Fans of fusion sushi will love the wide variety of rolls (they have over 50!) at this sushi spot.
Sushi Gallery
Where: 3772 W 10th Ave // Point Grey
Type: Japanese, Sushi Bar
We recommend this dish: Fire Dynamite Roll
Price: 💸💸
Why you should go: If you're looking for a cheaper, no frills, fast type of sushi place, head on over to Sushi Gallery. One of the best things about this place: all you can drink free miso soup!!!
Ajisai Sushi Bar
Where: 2081 W 42nd Avenue // Kerrisdale
Type: Japanese, Sushi Bar
We recommend this dish: Saba nigiri
Price: 💸💸
Why you should go: Ajisai Sushi Bar serves up fresh, high quality sushi with excellent craftsmanship in a small sushi spot in Kerrisdale.
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Vancouver South and Richmond
Sakura Sushi
Where: 6390 Number 3 Road // Richmond
Type: Japanese, Sushi Bar
We recommend this dish: Caterpillar roll
Price: 💸
Why you should go: Great sushi at a great price — if you want to save money and look for a more budget-friendly place but still at a great value, Sakura Sushi is here to answer your sushi desires. This place is very small though so don't expect to bring a big group here.
Sushi Hub
Where: 4855 Main Street // Riley Park
Type: Japanese, Sushi Bar
We recommend this dish: Aburi Oshi Sushi Avocado
Price: 💸💸
Why you should go: You've probably tried salmon oshi or ebi oshi, but have you tried Aburi Oshi Sushi Avocado? Try this delicious aburi twist on the avocado roll. Plus the atmosphere here is friendly and cozy. Next time you're on Main, make a stop at Sushi Hub.
Kitcho Izakaya
Where: 4800 No 3 Road, Suite 133 // Richmond
Type: Japanese, Sushi Bar
We recommend this dish: Uni Nigiri
Price: 💸💸💸
Why you should go: Looking for an izakaya in Richmond? Have delicious Japanese tapas and fresh sushi at Kitcho Izakaya. For foie gras lovers, they even have Fois Gras Toast! This restaurant combines both fresh sashimi and delicious Japanese BBQ for a delicious meal.