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Yuwa Japanese Cuisine (fka Zest Restaurant), Vancouver, BC
Award-winning

Yuwa Japanese Cuisine (fka Zest Restaurant)

4.8 (1321)
CAN$51 and over
Japanese
2775 W. 16th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6k 3C3

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Healthy
~ STORY OF YUWA JAPANESE CUISINE ~

Chef Masahiro Omori is the Executive Chef / Co-owner of Yuwa Japanese Cuisine who was born and raised in Chiba, Japan. His grandmother "YUWA" passionately owned a fish market in Chiba, Japan for over 50 years. Yuwa's dedication to her craft deeply touched Chef Omori and he lovingly brings her spirit forward with his professional experience at a well-known long-established Kaiseki restaurant in Tokyo, Japan.

Chef Masahiro Omori brings specialized regional dishes from across Japan taking advantage of the highest quality, freshest local BC ingredients. These can all be paired with our specialized selection of wines and sake.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Washoku, Sushi
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (604) 731-9378
  • Website
    http://www.yuwa.ca/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Masahiro Omori
  • Location
    2775 W. 16th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6k 3C3
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Kitsilano
  • Cross street
    Mcdonald St. x 16th Avenue
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in front of the building off 16th or at the back of the building accessing from Mcdonald St to the back alley. Or there are plenty of free parking along 16th Ave.
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,321 people are saying

Yuwa Japanese Cuisine (fka Zest Restaurant) 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Japanese

  • Vancouver

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Yuwa Japanese Cuisine delights diners with "exceptional taste and presentation," making it a favorite for special occasions. The sushi and seasonal specialties are "some of the best," while the "attentive" service and "calm atmosphere" enhance the dining experience. Despite minor service delays, the "authentic" flavors and "artistic" presentation make it a top choice.
1,321 Reviews

  1. Lokman VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Server forgot about the bottle of sake we ordered and we reminded a few people about the order. It finally came after we finished having the appies. The outdoor dining experience might have affected the food quality as some dishes were a bit cold when it got delivered to our table.

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  2. KAI KWONG

    Vancouver / British Columbia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything is good. Will come here from time to time.

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  3. Markus

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional taste and presentation of menu items. Seasonal tasting a treat.

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  4. Randy VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The squid from Japan was almost buttery it was so tender. Very large, plump spot prawns on my nigiri. Portions of sea urchin conversely, were very small (from Japan as local uni season is over). Service (we were seated outside) was attentive but not intrusive. Nice to see children with their parents (some running next door with the mother's credit card to purchase ice cream cones).

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  5. Rojer VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good reliable Japanese taste. One of my regular places to go, especially for special occasions.

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  6. Barbara VIP

    Vancouver / British Columbia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was delicious and artistically presented. A total delight.

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  7. Sandra

    Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always. Service and food delicious.

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  8. Vivian

    Vancouver / British Columbia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place , everything is amazing from the stuff to food to atmosphere. Thank you 🙏🏼

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  9. Emilee

    Memphis / West Tennessee3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yuwa was delicious!! The quality of the sushi, sashimi, and nigiri were some of the best we have had. The servers were very friendly and attentive and the place had a great atmosphere.

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  10. Mark

    Vancouver / British Columbia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very creative, cosy atmosphere, easy parking. Westside favourite.

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FAQs

Yuwa Japanese Cuisine (fka Zest Restaurant) offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 731-9378.

Yuwa Japanese Cuisine (fka Zest Restaurant) is rated 4.8 stars by 1321 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Yuwa Japanese Cuisine (fka Zest Restaurant)

2775 W. 16th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6k 3C3

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    Mcdonald St. x 16th Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Kitsilano
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Washoku, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in front of the building off 16th or at the back of the building accessing from Mcdonald St to the back alley. Or there are plenty of free parking along 16th Ave.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Masahiro Omori
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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