Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in Richmond

"Budget travelers might want to skip this one, but if you’re looking to work a high-end dinner into your schedule, look no further. Using local seafood and utilizing an “Aburi” (or “flame-seared”) technique, chef Kazuya Matsuoka, has crafted a sushi menu whose flavors are so mouthwatering on their own that he asks that you don’t wash them out by adding soy sauce. The space itself is warm and fancy, with classy lighting, accommodating staff, and sparkling waterfront views, but it’s the food itself that earned Miku a spot on the Daily Beast’s list of the Best Sushi Restaurants in the World."

"Miku was the first to do aburi-style sushi in Vancouver, and while you’ll find a lot of other places using the technique around the city, this is where it all started and where you should be eating it. Aburi-style means the sushi is lightly flame-seared, and if you don’t live in Vancouver, you’ll likely try to stockpile and freeze some in your hotel room (before you sadly remember that this is a terrible idea). The salmon aburi is a classic and also our favorite, though you can’t go wrong with the other options on the menu."

"Another innovator in Vancouver’s sushi landscape is Miku (70-200 Granville Street), the first to bring aburi (“flame seared”) sushi to Vancouver and to the nation. The gorgeous waterfront location showcases Vancouver at its best, as does its sushi offerings. The salmon oshi sushi, with pressed wild sockeye salmon, jalapeño, and Miku sauce, has inspired numerous similar versions in other restaurants but the original still is a favourite among diners."

"The Peruvian-influenced shellfish platters at Ancora no doubt help maintain its podium standing, but the waterfront views from this white-tablecloth room certainly don’t hurt. Executive chef Ricardo Valverde turns Ocean Wise ingredients into works of art in this upscale setting, serving up beautiful plates of Haida Gwaii halibut, grilled octopus anticucho and sablefish with smoked potato purée. 1600 Howe St., ancoradining.com"

"A post shared by Ancora Waterfront Dining (@ancoradining) on Mar 25, 2019 at 10:38am PDT. With two locations situated right by the water, Ancora will offer you an amazing fusion of Peruvian and Japanese seafood cuisine. The two unlikely pairings truly offer Vancouver something different than other seafood restaurants."

"Set along Vancouver’s picturesque False Creek seawall, Ancora Waterfront Dining offers every diner gorgeous outdoor views, and scrumptious seafood. It’s a must-visit spot if you’re looking for those breaths of fresh air, and a solid seafood meal too. Enjoy some fresh oysters, or a vegetarian ceviche."

"Resume your sushi tour at Tojo’s, where your sushi is de facto prepared by a living legend of the culinary world. The real deal of the house is the California roll, invented by chef Hidekazu Tojo and who owns Tojo’s Restaurant. Most other places use imitation crab in their California rolls, but it is here that you get the real crab deal (dungeness crab) and oh boy it makes a huge difference."

"Tojo's has been around for over 30 years and can't be looked over when listing the best sushi spots in the city. This institution is definitely on the pricier side but it's a must-try for any and all sushi lovers. Their Seasonal Omakase is always a good choice as it's, well, seasonal and the freshest."

"Hidekazu Tojo is a sushi-making legend in Vancouver, with thousands of special preparations stored in his creative mind. In this bright modern...Read More"

"The speciality at Yaletown’s Minami is aburi oshi sushi—lightly pressed and flame-torched rectangles of saucy, mouth-melting sushi bliss. Rolls here are delicious, but nothing compares to the buttery bite of the salmon oshi sushi (easily reason enough to visit) and the lime-spiked bite of the ebi oshi. The atmosphere, in keeping with the neighbourhood’s yuppie-ish character, is slickly refined and “big date” appropriate, though you may easily pop in for a casual lunch."

"A post shared by Sylvia (@sylviatuason) on Oct 1, 2018 at 10:26pm PDT. This celebrated Yaletown sushi restaurant offers incredible eats and a delightful hidden patio to match. It’s intimate and surrounded by a beautiful garden – you instantly forget which neighbourhood you’re relaxing in once you sit here for a while."

"Eating out is a lot of people’s favorite thing to do in Vancouver and staring at your phone for 30 minutes in a doorway while you wait for a table is something you just get used to doing - and Toshi is no exception. This is partially due to their no-reservation policy and the fact that it’s only slightly larger than a walk-in-closet, but it’s mostly because the food is really good and affordable. If you do end up waiting the usual hour or more and items haven’t sold out yet, the eel oshi sushi, caramelized barbeque eggplant, and buttery black cod are incredible."

"The lowdown: Those in the know flock to local gem Toshi Sushi at precisely 4:20 p.m. to snag a spot in line before the doors open at 4:30 p.m. Tucked off Main Street in East Vancouver, what this shoebox-sized resto lacks in space it makes up for in unpretentious, fuss-free fare."

"That’s okay by us though- the food makes it more than worth it. Classic sushi at very reasonable prices, which probably explains why there’s always a line. We’re cool with it, since we just end up ordering more once we’re in there."

"We absolutely love Hachi Hana - having been to Japan several time, I can tell you this place is the real deal. They quality and freshness of the fish and..."

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"Staff are awesome and fun to be around they really make the experience joyful. By far the best sushi I have had on the Nort..."

"A post shared by Commercial Drive (@commerciald) on Oct 7, 2019 at 6:47pm PDT. Venture over to Commercial Drive and explore mini-mall Il Mercato to indulge in mouthwatering pizza at Lombardo’s. Replenish your stock of miscellaneous items at Super Valu before heading over to Norman’s to buy fresh produce."

"Make certain to visit International Village Mall—formerly known as Tinseltown—after 10am since Pender Street isn’t a street you want to be walking along by yourself. By going near the opening time, you’ll be surrounded by commuters heading off to work. Pick up a bubble tea to enjoy as you wander through this double-storey mall in search of fashion-forward accessories."

"Kids Market is a shopping mall focused on children (and the kids at heart). Toys, children’s wear, party supplies, costumes, dance clothing, candies, gifts and other specialty items fill the shops in this warehouse-styled mall. With a play area, arcade and caboose, it is definitely a child’s paradise."

"In addition to their freshly-baked loaves and sandwiches, Yaletown’s Small Victory also boasts a range of sweet treats all made on site in the bakery’s open kitchen. Presented neatly behind the glass display case, these tempting delights include chocolate-filled croissants, cheesecakes, scones, tarts, muffins and the widely popular double chocolate cookie ($2.50). Address: 1088 Homer StreetPhone: 604-899-8892Website: www.smallvictory.ca"

"A post shared by Small Victory Bakery (@sv_bakery) on Apr 9, 2020 at 2:14pm PDT. This is the marriage of bread and coffee, or the marriage of baked goods and coffee, or just delicious desserts and coffee…seriously, go try their food. They also have phenomenal local roasters on the bar at all times working at their outposts in Yaletown and South Granville."

"Small Victory is best known for their house-made pastries, but they also make a to-die-for coconut cake, made from moist layers of coconut sponge blanketed with the velvety coconut pudding cream. In the middle of this treat is a surprise layer of crunchy goodness. Address: 1088 Homer Street, VancouverPhone: 604-899-8892"

"Container Brewing focuses on classic beer styles with a modern twist where needed, the intention to bring a highly drinkable range of beer that will have you asking for another. We recommend you try: All Season - Nitro Dry Stout Forty Footer - West"

"On Davie Street, La Brasserie's hot spot’s large, picture windows reveal a bustling, jovial scene inside, where guests dine on Franco-German cuisine like steak tartare and mushroom ragout with spaetzle. For worldly sippers, the wine and beer list heavy on international labels. Location: 1091 Davie St."

"R&B Brewing is one of Vancouver’s original microbreweries which has been serving up hoppy, golden froth since 1997. Located just off Main Street, you’ll hear punk rock, ska and folk music blasting out of their doors as you take in the sweet smell of boiling wart and the grinding roar of the mill out back. The team have recently given the space a total makeover, offering thirsty guests a retail growler station, funky fireplace meets book nook and spacious bar."

"The brews at R&B are named after iconic Vancouver places and things like their Dude Chilling Pale Ale, Stolen Bike Lager, and their Vancouver Special IPA. You can stop and get your growlers filled and your favourite beers in cans at the Growler Station. Or enjoy menu items from the Ale & Pizza House on the two patios. Address: 1-54 East 4th Ave, VancouverPhone: 604-336-0275"

"A post shared by R&B Brewing Co. (@rbbrewing) on Feb 16, 2018 at 5:20pm PST. There’s something for all ages at this eclectic Mount Pleasant brewery. It’s family-friendly, especially during the day (nighttime gets pretty shoulder-to-shoulder busy)."