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Minami
Minami: Thoughtful Japanese dining with seasonal tasting menus and Oceanwise ingredients in Vancouver.
4.6
Japanese
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Minami: Thoughtful Japanese dining with seasonal tasting menus and Oceanwise ingredients in Vancouver.
Minami, located at 1118 Mainland St in Vancouver, BC, is a Japanese restaurant offering fine dining, sushi, and seafood. Guests praise a thoughtfully curated tasting menu with beautifully presented courses, from delicate sashimi to seasonal hot dishes. The kitchen favors Oceanwise-certified ingredients, and service is warm and attentive in an intimate, welcoming atmosphere. Diners also highlight the Deluxe nigiri set as a standout.
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A multi-course journey through authentic Japanese cuisine with seasonal highlights and chef’s specialties.
Premium sushi selections featuring fresh, Oceanwise-certified seafood in perfectly portioned presentations.
A signature dish combining seafood noodles with a spicy, flavorful twist.
Creative drinks like the Naughty & Nice Lists, crafted to complement our menu.
Intimate settings for special occasions, with attentive service and customizable options.
Sustainably sourced ingredients ensuring ethical and fresh dining experiences.
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Overall rating
Kuroba Yukiko
For authentic Japanese food experience this is not the place; however, for Westernized Japanese food it’s decent. Their customer service is excellent for their willingness to accommodate request. The atmosphere is like an upscale diner though.
Sue K
Adding more pics for the recent dinner visit; craved for good sushi so went back to Minami for more. Their Seasonal drinks, Naughty & Nice Lists, were very tasty as well! ----- Adding more pics from the recent lunch visit --- Went for lunch today and loved the place! The lady who helped our table was super friendly! Had the Kaisen soba peperoncino to share, and we each had the Deluxe nigiri set. Perfect portion, fresh, and was tasty😊 Forgot the drink's name, it was nice as well!
Melissa Chungfat
Today was my first time trying here and the food quality was really good and I love that they are Oceanwise certified because they use sustainably caught ingredients. My favourite was the salmon oshi, Brussel sprouts, and vanilla caramel ice cream. The staff was also nice to charge my near dying phone for me! Staff was genuinely friendly and it was a great experience.
Guillaume DECOT
Excellent restaurant with a perfect service. I had the tasting menu which is good and led you to a nice discovery to all what they are doing. You may end up a bit hungry and I needed to order something else. Just to know if you have a normal appetite :) special mention to the signature opera - it is absolutely amazing - i may even say the best cake i ever had in Canada !
M Lamb
I had the most incredible dining experience here. The tasting menu is truly authentic Japanese cuisine — every course was beautifully presented and thoughtfully balanced. From the delicate sashimi to the seasonal hot dishes, each bite highlighted the chef’s skill and respect for ingredients. The service was warm, attentive, and never rushed, allowing us to enjoy the full progression of flavors at a perfect pace. The atmosphere is intimate yet welcoming, making it ideal for both a special occasion and an evening of discovery. Highly recommend if you’re looking for an authentic Japanese tasting experience that goes far beyond the usual sushi spot.
