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Minami Restaurant, Vancouver, BC

Minami Restaurant

4.7
4.7
2554 reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Japanese
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Located in the vibrant neighbourhood of Yaletown, Minami follows the pioneering footsteps of its sister restaurant, Miku, in delivering the innovative dining experience of Aburi cuisine to Vancouver's thriving food scene. Each piece of sushi is flame-seared using a blowtorch and binchotan (oak charcoal), resulting in sushi with a smoky aroma and a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

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2 people
19:00

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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Japanese, Sushi

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (604) 685-8080

  • Website

    http://www.minamirestaurant.com/

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Alan Ferrer

  • Catering

    In compliance with the BC Ministry of Health and WorkSafeBC guidelines regarding social distancing and restricted gatherings, private dining and catering services are currently unavailable. Thank you for your understanding.

  • Private party facilities

    In compliance with the BC Ministry of Health and WorkSafeBC guidelines regarding social distancing and restricted gatherings, private dining and catering services are currently unavailable. Thank you for your understanding.

  • Private party contact

    Events Coordinator: (877) 744-3427

  • Location

    1118 Mainland Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2T9

  • Area

    Yaletown

  • Cross Street

    Helmcken and Davie

  • Parking Details

    Street Parking

  • Public Transit

    We are located half a block east of the Yaletown - Roundhouse Skytrain Station on the Canada Line.

  • Additional

    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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What 2,554 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Japanese

  • Vancouver

    Japanese

  • Vancouver

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  1. JJ

    JuneJ

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We sat outside on the patio for lunch. Our server Stephanie was very nice and helpful with the menu. We shared the tart (which sadly is coming off the menu) and the premium lunch special. Both were incredible - absolutely delicious! We would highly, highly recommend Minami!
  2. E

    Elizabeth

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and friendly staff! Will come back ❤️
  3. MR

    MauricioR

    Vancouver

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As good as always!
  4. IM

    IntroMenudo

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The aburi oshi is the mist have dish, absolutely mouth watering. Top notch sushi with incredible service.
  5. BC

    BCdiner

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a favourite! From the beautiful artwork of a sashimi plate to the never-miss salmon oshi, so good!
  6. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was all incredible. Service was the highlight of the night (thanks Bailey!) Eat as much or as little as you like, no pressure. 10 out of 10 will return.
  7. RC

    RafaelC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food! The service by Skyler was A1 and very professional. Only think was that we asked for patio seating but there was some machine close by making some decent noise…other than that it was lovely.
  8. HH

    HalH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    My wife and I each had the 5-course chef's special. The sashimi, nigiri sushi, and dessert courses were excellent. The beef carpaccio course was only fair, as we are not fond of the egg portion and of beef carpaccio in general. The sablefish course was good but left me wishing I would have ordered the tenderloin. Service was excellent in all respects. The noise level was too high for us. Acoustical ceiling treatments are recommended. We would recommend Minami to a friend, but with the above reservations.
  9. SN

    ShyinNYC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and gorgeous presentation. Decor is modern and hip. Staff was very professional and friendly. We enjoyed a lovely meal.
  10. j

    justind

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Top notch sushi with top notch service! Highly recommended!
  11. GZ

    GraceZ

    Vancouver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    I like Miku more than this one though it is always said same.
  12. B

    Bean

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious. One of the best meals we've had in Vancouver.
  13. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Excellent service and superb food, as always. And presentation also wonderful. Our mains came out, however, while we were still eating our appetizers, and I found a difference in height between the chairs and bench seat, so moved seats to be at similar eye level with my guest. Will definitely come back.
  14. K

    Kubik

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    - Raw meat with egg needed some salt and citrus, otherwise it was just un flavourful - didn’t like the raw shrimp - it was pretty noisy
  15. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very great experience. Appreciate the server, Kaylee, she was sweet, kind, and very patient. Despite the noisier environment, she was excellent.
  16. S

    Skttsqshr

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was my 1st and not last experience. My server Kaylee was amazing and very knowledgeable explaining every dish on the menu in full detail. The atmosphere was comfortable for family dining. The food was amazing. Especialky presentation on every dish was beautiful. Full of color and freshness.
  17. M

    Marg

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was excellent The bar was next to us so it was very noisy but we had a lovely time.
  18. b

    blackpink

    Vancouver

    25 reviews

    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 7 August 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    our waitress was attentive . food was great if only one criticism perhaps have some fans on the patio it was pretty hot. other than that everything we ordered was delicious
  19. S

    Sammy

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food. Great service. Best Japanese food in Van.
  20. y

    yummy

    Manitoba

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 1 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We did the set menu it was absolutely fabulous! Sashimi, the rolls, beef carpaccio and the filet was so flavourful and tender.
  21. F

    Foodie

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was exquisite. I would give a 1 star to the cocktail drinks because they had too many ice cubes in a small glass (we counted 6 cubes). After removing most of the ice, the drink represented a small fraction of the glass (at best 1/4th of the glass). I understand the drinks needed to be chilled, but we felt cheated. Please tell the bartender to go easy on ice cubes.
  22. P

    Paul

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 July 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Excellent authentic food, atmosphere and 5 star service.
  23. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 31 July 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Best sushi I ever had
  24. KT

    KariT

    Montreal

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 31 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We absolutely LOVED the food.. we had the Blue Ocean tasting menu and it was fabulous. I am gluten intolerant and they made sure gluten containing elements were removed from mine. Highly recommend eating here.
  25. LT

    LindaT

    Edmonton

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 31 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great sushi and service. More pricey for sushi but it’s worth it.
  26. K

    Kody

    Seattle

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 30 July 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Tofu salad awesome. Edamame was not salted enough Ribeye was undercooked and chewy Sushi good not incredible. Great service.
  27. GT

    GordonT

    Tokyo

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Kitchen staff are almost all Japanese, so an authentic Japanese experience. Our server was excellent.
  28. GH

    GailH

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 29 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I've been here 3 times over the last 5-6 years and it exceeds expectations EVERY time.
  29. AO

    AlexO

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had the Blue ocean. Host was awesome and food was mind blowing.
  30. KF

    KootenayFoodie

    Vancouver

    162 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    162 reviews

    Dined on 27 July 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Our second time here and it was just as good as the first! Great cocktails, fresh, inventive food and presentation, what’s not to like? Definitely recommend and will definitely return.
  31. CC

    CarolC

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Travel. The waitress was so nice and patience in recommending, describing, and serving. Great experience and made our travel wonderful.
  32. RM

    RitaM

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 24 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I’m a local resident and I come here often. The food and service is consistently good. They are able to accommodate me at the bar for a bite. This is where I always bring my out of town visitors and we are never disappointed. At a recent reservation I had for 5 people who were visiting for a wedding the staff was able to fit in 2 extra guests. Accommodating 7 people. Staff and service are pleasant and professional. I highly recommend them as the casual chic place to go for 2 people or a group.
  33. SM

    SandraM

    Saskatoon

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went to Minami last night for a friends birthday and it did not disappoint! The food was absolutely delicious and unique. Excellent service from Aiden and the rest of the staff. All around amazing time - thank you!!!
  34. S

    Serabi

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 23 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brilliant Sushi Fusion! Excellent Food, Excellent presentation, Excellent Service. Loved the Tuna & Kaiso Seaweed Tartare with avocado, micro greens served in nori rice cracker shaped like a wave. Also really enjoyed the Aburi Oshi Sushi. It is seared, pressed sushi over rice. We got the sampler but by far the best was the Salmon.
  35. ES

    ElenaS

    Edmonton

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 22 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing sushi quality AS ALWAYS!
  36. IL

    IvanL

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is excellence as usual and the service was great.
  37. K

    Katie

    Ottawa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 20 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were seated on the patio and it was perfect- and much more quiet that it was inside. I had the umeshu flight which was fantastic. I will for sure look to have yuzu umeshu. Loved the Minami sushi plate. We each had one so we got to try everything. The champagne roll and salmon aburi oshizushi were definite favourites. Carpaccio was great too. The earl grey and mango desserts were the perfect way to end.
  38. GK

    GeorgeK

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious. Always is and always will be. Great service from the staff and look forward to the next visit.
  39. AW

    AngelaW

    Vancouver

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 19 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Got to bring another first timer and introduce them to your spectacular food!! Thanks for always being so wonderful
  40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 July 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    Service was slow

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available

  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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You can order delivery directly from Minami Restaurant using the Order Online button. Minami Restaurant also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Minami Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 2554 OpenTable diners.

Minami Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00

Order delivery or takeout

Options

  • Order online
  • Logo image for Uber Eats
Google Map for Minami Restaurant

1118 Mainland Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2T9

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Helmcken and Davie

  • Area

    Yaletown

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Japanese, Sushi

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    Street Parking

  • Public Transit

    We are located half a block east of the Yaletown - Roundhouse Skytrain Station on the Canada Line.

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Alan Ferrer

  • Additional

    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

  • Website

    http://www.minamirestaurant.com/

  • Phone number

    (604) 685-8080

  • Catering

    In compliance with the BC Ministry of Health and WorkSafeBC guidelines regarding social distancing and restricted gatherings, private dining and catering services are currently unavailable. Thank you for your understanding.

  • Private party facilities

    In compliance with the BC Ministry of Health and WorkSafeBC guidelines regarding social distancing and restricted gatherings, private dining and catering services are currently unavailable. Thank you for your understanding.

  • Private party contact

    Events Coordinator: (877) 744-3427

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