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Minami Restaurant
Located in the vibrant neighborhood of Yaletown, Minami Restaurant delivers one of the most unique and innovative dining experiences to Vancouver. Minami follows the pioneering footsteps of sister restaurant, Miku for introducing the Aburi style or flame seared technique to Vancouver’s thriving sushi scene in 2008. Aburi sushi requires no soy sauce or wasabi, as the chefs create specialty sauces using non-traditional Japanese ingredients to complement the flavor properties of each variety of fish.
From the kitchen, seasonal and regional ingredients are integrated into dishes to reflect the diversity of responsible food choices. Traditionally trained Japanese chefs are inspired by global flavors and cutting edge techniques to create a new style of cuisine. The culinary approach evokes passion and beauty, as each dish is artfully plated on custom-designed Arita Yaki plate ware, handpicked by owner, Seigo Nakamura.
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From the kitchen, seasonal and regional ingredients are integrated into dishes to reflect the diversity of responsible food choices. Traditionally trained Japanese chefs are inspired by global flavors and cutting edge techniques to create a new style of cuisine. The culinary approach evokes passion and beauty, as each dish is artfully plated on custom-designed Arita Yaki plate ware, handpicked by owner, Seigo Nakamura.
262 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 262 reviews
5 stars
(122)
4 stars
(115)
3 stars
(20)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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- fit for foodies(163)
- special occasion(140)
- good for groups(104)
- hot spot(102)
- neighborhood gem(67)
- romantic(65)
Minami Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Minami was great as usual. Every plate was good and I have no complaints.
The flowers I ordered through a vendor from opentable also arrived when I got there. Everything was smooth and I bet opentable used a reliable flower vendor. Thank you!!"
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, hot spot
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Review 2 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent Overall experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Hands down, best sushi I've had in Vancouver. I can't wait to be back!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 3 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
*****!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As a first time experience the restaurant was perfect! The server we had was very knowledgeable and explained the history of the restaurant and such, he did such an amazing job!!! The food was spectacular, everything was cooked perfectly, the sable fish to be exact! Oysters and sushi were great!!!! I would definitely recommend this place to my friends!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 4 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Minami is amazing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I really like its location since it is so close to the skytrain station. Less than a minute walk. The staffs were super friendly and full of passion. Food was awesome, very different from the "traditional" japanese cuisine. I highly recommend aburi salmon sushi, miku roll, and kaisen soba. All desserts I have had were amazing and I really look forward to have mango lassi which i haven't tried yet. I love the ambience although it was a bit noisy. Minami is definitely worth trying!! You will love it indeed!!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 5 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The saba and salmon oshis had full Miku sauce coverage resulting in a tastier offering than usual."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
over the top
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Place was not busy at lunch , sat outside , very private, food great , sometimes so go just to look at didn't want to eat it ... but when you did wow tons of great flavors ,"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Minami
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was interesting and tasty. Menu was a bit hard to navigate for someone looking for sushi. Our server made it even more complicated. It was good, however."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Outstanding Sushi and electric
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Outstanding Sushi and electric atmosphere. If you're looking for an exciting dinner in Vancouver, Minami is the place to go!"
Dined on 29/04/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 9 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceptional Food!!!!!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a wonderful lunch. Right from the beginning everything was perfect. The waiter was extremely helpful and everything he recommended was to die for. The flavours were exceptional. We are 5 gals that meet for lunch every 2 months and have tried many different establishments and we all agreed this has to be one of the best we have tried. Wonderful, Wonderful!!!!! We will be back soon."
Dined on 26/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 10 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great restaurant with great service. The food quality was excellent and very creative. The amount of food per dish was bigger than we thought so we were pleasantly surprised. The decor and atmosphere was dynamic and trendy. We had a great time and would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone!"
Dined on 23/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 11 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A dinning experience WOW!!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everything was far above our expectations. Service was superb, food was fantastic. Can't wait to go back."
Dined on 24/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food, and nice ambiance
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food, and nice ambiance"
Dined on 22/04/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 13 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Miku and Minami became one
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Miku and Minami became one of my favorite restaurants since my first visit to Minami last year. I really enjoy the food and services. I'm so looking forward to the re-opening of Miku at the new site."
Dined on 23/04/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I made a special trip to Minami
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I made a special trip to Minami because of its food quality. Excellent food. Service was slow, especially for lunch time schedule. If you have time restriction, this is not the place. Front Desk reception was not up to standard."
Dined on 19/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 15 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Brought out-of-town guests
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Brought out-of-town guests who were very impressed. Like the new menu choices."
Dined on 19/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 16 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Over-priced sushi and Izakaya. meh!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"For the price of the food, it's below what I think it should be. Service was only so so. The food is good but portion is small and certainly no more outstanding than other more price-friendly places such as Guu, Kingyo or Hapa. The concept is essentially an edited down izakaya that looks like a high-end alcohol focus bistro. The space is nice-enough, but lack mood and emotion.
Overall, I give this place a pass."
Dined on 13/04/2013
2005
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 17 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Aburi!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Aburi sushi is one of a kind and absolutely incredible!!!!!! The pressed shrimp lime zest Aburi taste like a cross between rich and smokey seafood with lemon meringue pie. It is the best roll I have ever tried, no exaggeration. Miku and Minami alike at Vancouver gems!"
Dined on 13/04/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 18 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Simply AMAZING Ordered three
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Simply AMAZING
Ordered three hours non- stop
Great staff
Thanks Annah for great evening"
Ordered three hours non- stop
Great staff
Thanks Annah for great evening"
Dined on 08/03/2013
2005
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Review 19 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Menu read beautifully but
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Menu read beautifully but when food arrived we were dissappointed. Atmosphere was too loud and cramped, we were continually banged by people walking behind us. Seems to be a place to take tourists, not real Vancouverites who know what good Japanese really is."
Dined on 06/04/2013
2009
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Review 20 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Impeccable
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The chefs are pretty amazing on how they cook the food so delicious. Also the presentation of the food looks so neat. The service was excellent too."
Dined on 06/04/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 21 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yummy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wow the food was so wonderful! Tasty and flavours very thoughtfully combined. Superb quality of sushi that cannot wait to return."
Dined on 05/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 22 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic Lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a fantastic birthday lunch for a friend at Minami. Most of us had the Minami Zen and one of us had the short rib lunch. The Zen was outstanding - terrific assortment of things to try - lots of food! The sushi in particular is outstanding. Even better paired with warm sake...mmmm. Will be back for sure."
Dined on 05/04/2013
2011
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Review 23 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The signature Aburi sushi
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The signature Aburi sushi selection is the best sushibI ever had. Its pricey but worth it"
Dined on 04/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 24 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This just might be my favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This just might be my favorite restaurant!!"
Dined on 01/04/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 25 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ladies night
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good service. Very attentive wait staff, did not rush us and payed a lot of attention to us and answered all of our questions and our waiter "Bart" was very helpful and had many lovely recommendations!"
Dined on 30/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 26 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The notable differences between
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The notable differences between the Mike and Minami's menus are that Minami has a more beef centered menu whereas Miku, a more seafood centered menu. The food was not short of amazing, however don't expect that it's going to be quick if you don't order everything at the same time. Service was attentive even with a large party near our table (8-10). They changed our plates regularly and didn't mix up whose tea belonged to whom when taking it away to top up with hot water. The decor is nice, fit for the Yaletown scene but the atmosphere and noise level resembled more of a lounge than a restaurant, a bit on the loud side, so not exactly where I'd recommend for a romantic dinner if you want to talk comfortably without raising your voice."
Dined on 28/03/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 27 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food to share.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I will definitely come back to this place. This time with my husband and my parents. Is I have kids I will bring them too!"
Dined on 21/03/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was my third time at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was my third time at Minami. The service and food is condistantly good and the waitstaff's knowledge of the menu is impressive. I suggest allowing them to guide you on your selections."
Dined on 15/03/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 29 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Beside the light is a little
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Beside the light is a little bit dark compare to Miku, everything much is very good as miku. Love it there. Looking forward for the Miku new relocation. Love the food and service there."
Dined on 13/03/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 30 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellence all round! Great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellence all round! Great service, beautifully crafted and presented food!"
Dined on 11/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food takes way too long.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is the second time I've been in and waited well over an hour for our sushi dishes. Totally not acceptable, won't be back."
Dined on 09/03/2013
2005
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Review 32 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and exceptional
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food and exceptional service...just a bit too noisy though."
Dined on 08/03/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 33 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great sushi. Very interesting
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great sushi. Very interesting menu."
Dined on 07/03/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Truly outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had the menu with sake pairing, which was excellent --- interesting and unusual sakes. I enjoyed my Wind25 canteloupe-flavoured cocktail. All the menu items were very good, but the tuna tartare, the aburi salmon sushi, chicken foie gras gyoza and sablefish were outstanding. It's a beautiful environment, and the service was thoughtful and assiduous, though momentarily distracted about our sake pairing at one point. Now that I've sampled from the menu for this special occasion, next time, I will go for a more sushi-focused dinner with some of my other favourites added to it."
Dined on 05/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 35 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
High quality . Only little
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"High quality . Only little pricy."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 36 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love the decor, foods were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love the decor, foods were amazing, Wagyu Beefs reminded me when I was eating its in
Kobe, Japan."
Kobe, Japan."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 37 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Sitting at the sushi bar is
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Sitting at the sushi bar is great."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 38 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Beautiful decor & ambiance,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Beautiful decor & ambiance, great service. Lime mojito was amazing. The mushroom tempura was cool! Fish wasn't as fresh as we were hoping for the prices we we paid."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2008
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Review 39 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceptional and Unexpected Flavours
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Before eating at Minami, I knew next to nothing about this restaurant except that it was a highly rated sushi spot. I was expecting a good, albeit traditional, Japanese fare. My actual experience was nothing short of amazing. For the two of us, we ordered the Minami Shokai (Chef's tasting menu) and a few other plates to share. Every single dish that we sampled gave us a completely unique and unexpected flavour experience. If this is your first time...do yourself a favour and order the Shokai. The next time I am back in Vancouver, I will be taking the next step and ordering the Minami Omakase. Worth every penny!
Oh, and I would like to mention that the service was wonderful as well!"
Dined on 24/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 40 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious, but...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I loved this restaurant. Went with my family from out of town. All impressed by the wonderful plate presentation. A bit pricey, but it worth it. Next time, don't rush us, please!"
Dined on 22/02/2013
2007
Special Features: special occasion, hot spot
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Review 41 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
the house special aburi sushi
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the house special aburi sushi are very delicious, along with the Kale appetizer. However, the price is over the top! 13 dollars for 5 pieces of gyoza (dumplings)? 17 dollars for a small plate of soba noddle? It's a bit ridiculous and I will not recommend my friends to visit the restaurant."
Dined on 19/02/2013
2009
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Review 42 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I went to Minami knowing it
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went to Minami knowing it is a sister restaurant to Miku and was not disappointed. The food was flavourful and fantastic. The service was friendly and informative with good suggestions. It's a new favourite restaurant."
Dined on 27/01/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 43 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I was abit leary about Japanese
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I was abit leary about Japanese Fusion food...and having gone to MIKU many times I thought this place was worth a try. The service was outstanding and when asked if we could move to a quieter table in the corner that seated 4 people(we were only 2) they didn't hesitate. A bit pricey but well worth it. Would recommend this place and I would certainly go back."
Dined on 15/02/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 44 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Superb food. The calamari
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Superb food. The calamari was the most tender I think I have ever had. The aburi sushi, of course, was excellent."
Dined on 16/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 45 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Brought some of my key clients
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Brought some of my key clients for lunch and definitely going to make this one of my special spots. Was at Miku the previous week and I have to say that I'll definitely make it back to Mikuri before it gets more popular than your sister restaurant."
Dined on 14/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 46 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The food was good but not
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was good but not amazing for the high price you pay. Definitely a good place if you want to take a date or impress someone but there are better places that have good quality sushi for much cheaper."
Dined on 13/01/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 47 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent value for the $45 dine out menu. The aburi and panna cotta were especially heavenly! Service was great as well - prompt, friendly service, yet unobtrusive."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 48 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
You could get what you have
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"You could get what you have on offer here for a way better price. There's no alot of value bilt into this experience. If you are looking for high-end aburi-style Japanese food, Miku (their sister restaurant) is much better."
Dined on 08/02/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 49 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Amazing. The sushi literally melts in your mouth, it really is worth the price point, and a great place to treat yourself once in a while. It's very dark there though, hard to read the menu and see the food. Guess that's a trendy factor?"
Dined on 09/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 50 for Minami Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was great and lunch crowd
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was great and lunch crowd is quiet, making Minami a great lunch date location."
Dined on 07/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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