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Bistro Sakana, Vancouver, BC

Bistro Sakana

4.6 (504)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Japanese
1123 Mainland St, Vancouver, BC V6B 5P2

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Hot spot
  • Great for brunch
Bistro Sakana is located in Vancouver, British Columbia and offers a range of both traditional and fusion Japanese food that are innovative.

Bistro Sakana also offers Vancouver's largest list of premium sake. In addition to a well rounded list of VQA British Columbia Wine, killer cocktails, with plenty of beer and spirits.


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Yama
  • Private party facilities
    Patio area can be rented separately from main dining area. Restaurant can be bought out in its entirety (maximum 70 guests)
  • Neighborhood
    Yaletown
  • Cross street
    Helmecken St.
  • Parking details
    Canada Line - Yaletown Station
  • Entertainment
    Modern JazzJapanese CinemaOpen Sushi Bar
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef Menu Omakase

    CA$199.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Omakase meaning your meal is in the hands of the chef based on freshest ingredients and the inspiration of the chef. This meal offers a wide range and high variety of flavours, using exotic ingredients beyond our normal signature dishes with endless elements of surprise for a delightful memorable experience. Please advise of any allergies beforehand. Cancellation Policy: Minimum of 24 hours or full charges will be applied even on same day reservations.
    Chef Menu Omakase Photo
  • Premiun Chef Omakase

    CA$249.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Omakase meaning your meal is in the hands of the chef based on freshest ingredients and the inspiration of the chef. This meal offers a wide range and high variety of flavours, using exotic ingredients beyond our normal signature dishes with endless elements of surprise for a delightful memorable experience. Please advise of any allergies beforehand. Cancellation Policy: Minimum of 24 hours or full charges will be applied even on same day reservations.
    Premiun Chef Omakase Photo

What 504 people are saying

Bistro Sakana reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bistro Sakana offers an "upscale sushi fusion" experience that consistently delights patrons with "delicious sushi & sashimi" and "exemplary service." Regulars praise its "culinary genius," with highlights like the jalapeño salmon aburi and smoked duck breast. Known as a "gem in Yaletown," it's a go-to for sushi enthusiasts.
504 Reviews
  1. Clark

    Vancouver / British Columbia17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite sushi place in the city. Staff are so friendly, polite and efficient. Food is always excellent and presented well. Keep up the good work!

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  2. Dale VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    2.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    The restaurant was unbearably cold. We were on the patio as were most customers but for some reason the restaurant refused to turn on the heat lamps. After we requested they turn them on the server brought us blankets which had been used by others before us. Why would we cover ourselves with previously used blankets while dining in a restaurant? I assume the cost of turning on heat lamps on a frigid night in Vancouver was too much to ask.

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  3. Qwilleran

    Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been a fan for many years, still holds up as a perfect upscale sushi fusion restaurant.

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  4. Fatima

    Montreal / Quebec1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Crazy good! Best sushi!!! The staff are so nice especially Riku (not sure if im correct)

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  5. Ken VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious sushi & sashimi. Great service. This is a gem in Yaletown.

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  6. Tosh

    Vancouver / British Columbia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always amazing. We love this place, feels like home :)

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  7. Jennifer VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our go-to place for sushi. For the outstanding quality of sushi you cannot beat the price. The sushi rice is the perfect balance of seasoning to the fish ratio. The sashimi melts in your mouth, and the in-house made gyoza is one of the best in the city. If you wanted to treat yourself, try the Wagyu hot stone. It's a fun date experience, where you and your date can grill the generous portion of Wagyu from your table. I've been coming here for over 15 years, and it's still my favorite sushi place in Vancouver.

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  8. Ian VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always awesome. Especially now with Happy hour.

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  9. Clark

    Vancouver / British Columbia17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and exemplary service! Keep up the good work!

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  10. Scott

    Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Service was fast and rude. Suddenly the server came and put the bill on our table and then the card machine. No warning. It seems there was a 90 minute time limit but other tables were there before us and there when we left. Rolls were dry and poorly made. Sashimi was pretty good. Overall very unimpressive.

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FAQs

Bistro Sakana does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. Bistro Sakana also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 633-1280.

Bistro Sakana is rated 4.6 stars by 504 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. Canada
  3. Vancouver / British Columbia
  4. Vancouver
  5. Yaletown

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bistro Sakana

1123 Mainland St, Vancouver, BC V6B 5P2

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Helmecken St.
  • Neighborhood
    Yaletown
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Canada Line - Yaletown Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Yama
  • Entertainment
    Modern JazzJapanese CinemaOpen Sushi Bar
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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