All dishes were excellent - balanced flavored, great presentation, freshly made.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tracy Leung
Little disappointed. This is the 2nd time I visited this restaurant. Last time was couple of years ago, did not leave the best impression as the decor was a bit old school. Name changed but same chef. Give it another try. This time went for happy hour, but wine offered was on the cheaper side. We ordered scallops and agedashi tofu. Tofu taste normal but on the pricier side . $13 for 4 pieces during happy hour. Deep fried scallops were very dry. Batter was too thick and scallops were probably pre cooked then deep fried, too rubbery and not juicy. Worst happy hour.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
James Rai
At Okini the staff don't treat you like another customer but rather a friend who they are glad to serve a new style of cuisine too. The chef even takes the time to come out and greet and serve you if the servers are busy. 👍👍
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sue
The food was tasty but there are two points that I would like to make. Ordered that wagyu wrap. The sea urchin was melted and the fish roe was completely broken and out of shape. Both Sea urchin and fish row were not fresh for $12 per pcs which is expensive for that quality.
The other time was the Kani Risotto. It tasted good but the menu said it came with fired scallops. However they were not actually real scallops. They were IMITATION SCALLOPS. I feel this is completely misleading consumers!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Donna Chan
Our party of 8 ordered 8 dishes to share. All foods were yummy. The best was the duck breast, pork was excellent too. Oysters were very fresh! Just a bit noisy, seems like the ceiling was relatively low and sound bounced back. Other then that all excellent. Will go back for the delicious foods.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ciara Iorio
Okini has absolutely no right to be this good. Chef Kevin and Steph have built something really special here— you can feel it as soon as you walk in. It’s the kind of place you visit once and always have it on your mind. Down to the atmosphere, the BEST food, the warmth from the staff, even the little details — everything could not be more perfect.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Grace
I had an amazing experience at this Japanese fusion restaurant and was seriously impressed by every dish we tried. The duck was cooked perfectly—tender, flavorful, and beautifully presented with a rich, savory glaze that really stood out. The soft shell crab was another highlight: crispy on the outside, delicate on the inside, and paired with just the right balance of seasoning and sauce.
One of the most unique dishes was the spicy clam spaghetti, which blended Japanese and Italian influences seamlessly. The clams were fresh and briny, and the pasta was cooked to perfection, all brought together with a bold, spicy, umami-packed sauce that added an extra kick and made it incredibly satisfying.
Overall, everything was absolutely delicious. The quality, creativity, and execution were all top-notch. I would definitely recommend this place and will definitely be coming back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jordan Wong
My friends booked this place for my birthday and I thought it was pretty good.
Our reservation was a bit late as the party before us took longer than they anticipated, but they kept us in the loop while we waited.
The ambience is very nice, dim lit and formally finished.
I tried a few different dishes and enjoyed them for the most part, though the only knock was that the food took 30-40 minutes to come out and we had to ask about the order.
Overall would recommend 👌
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
William Ybanez
It’s been sometime since being back. We tried multiple dishes today and it all tasted superb!:
Salmon soba Wagyu beef carpaccio (x2) Bolognese something Duck dish something Tantan noodles All the noodle dishes Pork tomahawk
All dishes we tried were amazingly good, along with the recommendation of our server, Shirley.
We will make sure we will return and refer all our colleagues, as Shirley helped make our late lunch experience great again! 🫡
She also paired our food with 2 perfect bottles of Sakura Daiginjo. 👌🏽
Thank you once again! We definitely shall return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ken Feng
I got the hots for shirley, oh and the food was good too
I’ve come here twice now for birthdays and it’s always so delicious. Great and friendly service and incredible food. This time we went while they had their pawtio menu for dogs and my dog loved it!! Such a great idea.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
E Low
Tried the Truffle Yaki Udon and the Pork Tomahawk, both seriously satisfying. The udon was rich and flavourful, and the pork was cooked perfectly. What really stood out was the staff—super friendly, attentive, and very patient, even with a toddler at the table. Definitely a spot I’d come back to for a relaxed meal on the patio.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
William Jones
I thought the food was nothing special, just expensive and not that authentic. You can find many better options for cheaper in Vancouver.
My main complaint is that I did not feel comfortable while dining here. The dining area is quite dark, so much so that I found it difficult to read the menu. When I used my phone flashlight to illuminate the menu, the owner (?) rushed over to tell me off. That was shocking to me.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Alan Siu Kuen Wong
Great place. Great food. Pricy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
JJ's Local Journal
The staff recommended the Vongole XO pasta, so I decided to try it. Unfortunately, the clams were not fresh at all and had a strong unpleasant smell. I think the restaurant really needs to use better quality ingredients. It honestly felt like a waste of money.
I’m giving two more stars only because the dog menu was good.
All dishes were excellent - balanced flavored, great presentation, freshly made.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Little disappointed. This is the 2nd time I visited this restaurant. Last time was couple of years ago, did not leave the best impression as the decor was a bit old school. Name changed but same chef. Give it another try. This time went for happy hour, but wine offered was on the cheaper side. We ordered scallops and agedashi tofu. Tofu taste normal but on the pricier side . $13 for 4 pieces during happy hour. Deep fried scallops were very dry. Batter was too thick and scallops were probably pre cooked then deep fried, too rubbery and not juicy. Worst happy hour.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
At Okini the staff don't treat you like another customer but rather a friend who they are glad to serve a new style of cuisine too. The chef even takes the time to come out and greet and serve you if the servers are busy. 👍👍
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was tasty but there are two points that I would like to make. Ordered that wagyu wrap. The sea urchin was melted and the fish roe was completely broken and out of shape. Both Sea urchin and fish row were not fresh for $12 per pcs which is expensive for that quality.
The other time was the Kani Risotto. It tasted good but the menu said it came with fired scallops. However they were not actually real scallops. They were IMITATION SCALLOPS. I feel this is completely misleading consumers!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Our party of 8 ordered 8 dishes to share. All foods were yummy. The best was the duck breast, pork was excellent too. Oysters were very fresh! Just a bit noisy, seems like the ceiling was relatively low and sound bounced back. Other then that all excellent. Will go back for the delicious foods.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Okini has absolutely no right to be this good. Chef Kevin and Steph have built something really special here— you can feel it as soon as you walk in. It’s the kind of place you visit once and always have it on your mind. Down to the atmosphere, the BEST food, the warmth from the staff, even the little details — everything could not be more perfect.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had an amazing experience at this Japanese fusion restaurant and was seriously impressed by every dish we tried. The duck was cooked perfectly—tender, flavorful, and beautifully presented with a rich, savory glaze that really stood out. The soft shell crab was another highlight: crispy on the outside, delicate on the inside, and paired with just the right balance of seasoning and sauce.
One of the most unique dishes was the spicy clam spaghetti, which blended Japanese and Italian influences seamlessly. The clams were fresh and briny, and the pasta was cooked to perfection, all brought together with a bold, spicy, umami-packed sauce that added an extra kick and made it incredibly satisfying.
Overall, everything was absolutely delicious. The quality, creativity, and execution were all top-notch. I would definitely recommend this place and will definitely be coming back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My friends booked this place for my birthday and I thought it was pretty good.
Our reservation was a bit late as the party before us took longer than they anticipated, but they kept us in the loop while we waited.
The ambience is very nice, dim lit and formally finished.
I tried a few different dishes and enjoyed them for the most part, though the only knock was that the food took 30-40 minutes to come out and we had to ask about the order.
Overall would recommend 👌
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
It’s been sometime since being back. We tried multiple dishes today and it all tasted superb!:
Salmon soba
Wagyu beef carpaccio (x2)
Bolognese something
Duck dish something
Tantan noodles
All the noodle dishes
Pork tomahawk
All dishes we tried were amazingly good, along with the recommendation of our server, Shirley.
We will make sure we will return and refer all our colleagues, as Shirley helped make our late lunch experience great again! 🫡
She also paired our food with 2 perfect bottles of Sakura Daiginjo. 👌🏽
Thank you once again! We definitely shall return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I got the hots for shirley, oh and the food was good too
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I’ve come here twice now for birthdays and it’s always so delicious. Great and friendly service and incredible food. This time we went while they had their pawtio menu for dogs and my dog loved it!! Such a great idea.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tried the Truffle Yaki Udon and the Pork Tomahawk, both seriously satisfying. The udon was rich and flavourful, and the pork was cooked perfectly. What really stood out was the staff—super friendly, attentive, and very patient, even with a toddler at the table. Definitely a spot I’d come back to for a relaxed meal on the patio.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I thought the food was nothing special, just expensive and not that authentic. You can find many better options for cheaper in Vancouver.
My main complaint is that I did not feel comfortable while dining here. The dining area is quite dark, so much so that I found it difficult to read the menu. When I used my phone flashlight to illuminate the menu, the owner (?) rushed over to tell me off. That was shocking to me.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Great place. Great food. Pricy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The staff recommended the Vongole XO pasta, so I decided to try it. Unfortunately, the clams were not fresh at all and had a strong unpleasant smell. I think the restaurant really needs to use better quality ingredients. It honestly felt like a waste of money.
I’m giving two more stars only because the dog menu was good.
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