Toyokan

Name: Toyokan
Address: 1898 W 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada, V6J 4W2
Telephone: (604) 565-1964
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (11)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Izakaya

1898 W 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 4W2

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2 people

Jun 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Lively
Neighborhood gem
Charming

At TOYOKAN, experience two vibrant floors, each with its own unique dining concept, flavors, and atmosphere!

1st Floor - PLAZA (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Savor our bone-in grilled spiced chicken, original-style pizzas, and steamed dishes like shumai and fresh seafood in a lively and stylish setting—perfect for any occasion.
PLAZA does not accept online reservations. Phone reservations only. Call (604) 565-1964 to book your table.

2nd Floor - BOWL (11:30 AM - 9:00 PM)
Our Premium Three-Variety Uni Bowl, featuring carefully selected Japanese uni, is a must-try for uni lovers. Enjoy vibrant kaisendon and fresh seafood bowls, all in a bowling-themed interior that blends playfulness with elegance.
BOWL operates on a walk-in only basis, with no reservations available.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Izakaya, Japanese, Sushi
Hours of operation
TOYOKAN BOWL Daily 11:30 am–9:00 pm PLAZA TOYOKAN Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(604) 565-1964
Website
http://www.instagram.com/toyokan_plaza
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1898 W 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 4W2
Neighborhood
Kitsilano
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee

Experiences

1st Floor - PLAZA TOYOKAN
Multiple dates available
Savor our bone-in grilled spiced chicken, original-style pizzas, and steamed dishes like shumai and fresh seafood in a lively and stylish setting—perfect for any occasion.
2nd Floor - TOYOKAN BOWL
Multiple dates available
BOWL operates on a walk-in only basis, with no reservations available. Our Premium Three-Variety Uni Bowl, featuring carefully selected Japanese uni, is a must-try for uni lovers. Enjoy vibrant kaisendon and fresh seafood bowls, all in a bowling-themed interior that blends playfulness with elegance.

What 11 people are saying

Toyokan 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

4.5Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Vancouver
Best Ambiance

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Toyokan offers a unique and memorable dining experience with its "uni paradise" dishes and charming izakaya atmosphere. Guests praise the "attentive and enthusiastic" service, cozy interior, and thoughtful touches like surprise desserts for special occasions. The Japanese-inspired menu and "cool deco" make it a must-visit for fans of Japanese culture.

11 Reviews

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Henry
Portland / Oregon2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great, the service was terrific!! We had a great time and all the staff were so friendly! It was our anniversary and gave us a surprise dessert on the house to celebrate! Very nice and thoughtful of them! Will definitely visit again! Btw, must try their Uni risotto!!
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Yalda
Vancouver / British Columbia1 review
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere, excellent service and unique menu
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jose VIP
Philadelphia County103 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Charming izakaya, unique and tasty dishes..we ordered every single UNI dish! it is an uni paradise.. Service is attentive and enthusiastic! This may be the only reason we are coming back to Vancouver for.. Interestingly..non of the websites or vlogs mention it - we only heard about it after dining at there more famous sibling— Raisu!
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Jenn
Vancouver / British Columbia1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really enjoyed my visit to Tokoyan Plaza. The concept is cool and well-executed. The intimate setting and nice ambience made it feel relaxed and welcoming. And the price point felt fair for what you get. I’ll definitely be back and would recommend it to anyone looking to try something new!
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Rosemarie
Vancouver / British Columbia1 review
5.0
Dined on May 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff was incredibly friendly and sweet made the whole experience memorable, food was amazing was never a big fan of uni mainly went for my bf birthday but finding myself craving for more of the food definitely see myself going there again!!
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Andy
Vancouver / British Columbia1 review
4.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very comfortable setting and the menu book remined of the notebook I used to use when I was in Shogakko in Japan :) The food was excellent exceeded my expectation. Thank you. I will come back again
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Ann VIP
Vancouver / British Columbia1 review
5.0
Dined on April 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is truly special, especially for my family, who are big fans of Japanese culture. As soon as we entered, we couldn’t help but reminisce about record covers from 30-40 years ago in Japan, one of which we used to own. The menu, featuring Mount Fuji and Tokyo Tower on the cover, sets the tone with so many little details that instantly catch your attention. For anyone who loves sea urchin, this spot is a must-visit. The uni fusion dishes are fantastic. We ordered a variety of items, each one more impressive than the last. Our selection included clams and mussels, uni pudding, scallop uni cream long sushi, unagi & nori pizza, black cod, sea urchin udon, jumbo oysters, and some refreshing drinks like pineapple passion fruit tea and grapefruit juice. For dessert, we couldn’t resist the Peachmond and crème brûlée, which were the perfect sweet finish to the meal. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and they really made our celebration feel extra special. Overall, it was a memorable dining experience, and we’ll definitely be back!
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Luke
Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Overall great experience. Food and drinks was great. Staff was courteous and on point. For how much we ate and drank it was surprisingly reasonable.
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cecilia VIP
Vancouver / British Columbia14 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Love the daily selection and specials ! Everything is always super fresh and presentation is stunning
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Romavel VIP
Vancouver / British Columbia13 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, cool deco, great service is what Plaza Totoyokan offers!
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FAQs

Toyokan is rated 4.6 stars by 11 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

1898 W 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 4W2

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Kitsilano
Hours of operation
TOYOKAN BOWL Daily 11:30 am–9:00 pm PLAZA TOYOKAN Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Izakaya, Japanese, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee

Website
http://www.instagram.com/toyokan_plaza
Phone number
(604) 565-1964

Toyokan

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

1st Floor - PLAZA TOYOKAN

2nd Floor - TOYOKAN BOWL

Menu

What 11 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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