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Oku Izakaya, Vancouver, BC

Oku Izakaya

4.8
4.8
59 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Neighborhood gem
Indulge in OKU IZAKAYA's Japanese culinary symphony, from exquisite sushi to avant-garde creations. Our menu weaves tradition and innovation with delights like sashimi paired with artisanal cheeses and kelp-adorned meats. Experience classics with a twist – from seductive thick-cut braised pork to boldly spiced karaage and smoky silver cod.

At OKU IZAKAYA, discover a vibrant tapestry of Japanese flavors, where culinary traditions meet avant-garde creations. Delight in fresh sashimi and innovative hand-rolled sushi tacos, awakening your taste buds to a flavorful journey. Join us, celebrate the harmonious blend of tastes, and embark on an extraordinary adventure in Japanese gastronomy. Welcome to OKU IZAKAYA.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Asian, Izakaya
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 am–1:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 am–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (604) 428-6557
  • Website
    https://okuizakayabar.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

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What 59 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Japanese

  • Vancouver

    Best Overall

  • Vancouver

    Best Ambiance

  • Vancouver

    Best Value

  • Vancouver

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Oku Izakaya in Vancouver delivers a "superb" dining experience with "amazing food and service." Patrons rave about the standout sashimi, red prawn hand roll, and the unique red tuna with blue cheese dish. The ambiance evokes Tokyo's charm, and the attentive staff consistently provide "warm hospitality." Highly recommended for special occasions and Japanese food enthusiasts.

59 Reviews

  1. K

    Vancouver

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Warm staff and amazing food make this place a must eat in Vancouver.

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  2. Jay

    Vancouver

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dining experience, great food plus great service！

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience at Oku Izakaya. The service was top-notch, attentive and thoughtful. Food was served quickly, and every dish was flavorful and well prepared. The atmosphere was vibrant and lively, filled with cheerful chatter. Highly recommend for a fun and delicious night out!!

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  4. David

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food. Lots of different food and drinks options. Friendly attentive staff. Great vibes

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  5. Josh

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly incredible fish, with perfect texture, balanced flavors. Highly recommend the black cod nigiri. The poached cod in broth was maybe a touch sweet. Great vibe. Great night out.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food and excellent service all around. I highly recommend trying the Nagoya style chicken karaage!

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  7. Carrington

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Finally an Izakaya in Vancouver! Service was phenomenal, staff are quick and very attentive. We did not wait long to be seated nor did we wait long to be served or to receive our food. Every single individual at Oku were stellar. The food we ordered: Pork Belly Cod Wings Grilled Salmon Karage Premium Sushi Temaki Horse Mackeral All delicious, would recommend.

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  8. Nick

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience with an incredible atmosphere and amazing dishes. All of the staff are so kind and welcoming. every time my partner and I visit Vancouver we make sure to do dinner here one of the nights. Cannot wait until next time!

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  9. Seo

    Vancouver

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was really delicious. It was little bit noisy, but ambience was also good. However, even though I had made a reservation, having to wait for 50 minutes for the food was really unpleasant. We only ordered two pieces of sushi and sashimi and, but waiting for 50 minutes was a bit excessive.

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  10. Lily

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious, and our server was so sweet and friendly! We had a great experience here!

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FAQs

Oku Izakaya is rated 4.8 stars by 59 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Oku Izakaya

2 Water St, Vancouver, BC V6B 4K7

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Gastown
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 am–1:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 am–2:00 am
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Asian, Izakaya
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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