We had a casual business meeting there. We were well served and guided through the menu. Quality of food is outstanding. Great place for business meeting, low background noise.Thank you for the great experience. We will come again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tiffany Lo
Have been to Minami numerous of occasions but I went this week for my husbands birthday dinner, unfortunately the food quality has decreased substantially. The sablefish was overcooked. Salmon Oshi’s were decent. I used to love coming here but afraid that may be my last ?
Dickson Lo
Quality of food has substantially decreased from the previous times I went. Won't be going back again.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Chris Daher
Their sushi rolls were exquisite!! Specially the premium aburi oshi sushisKid-friendliness: Offers high chair for kids but no specific kid menu
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wagyu, Champagne Roll
My daughter and I chose the chef's curated menu. The food was delicious, an A+. Hannah , our server was very friendly, pleasant and so welcoming. I'll recommend Minami to friends who will visit Vancouver. Thank you. From happy guests coming from the SF Bay Area, CA.
It was my first time in Vancouver. My colleague and I were looking for a sushi restaurant and Minami was suggested to us by a local. Amazing food. Tasty and beautifully presented. Our waitress Kaylee was great. She knew that menu in and out and was able to help us make a decision when we were unsure of what and home many pieces of sushi we should order. If you are in that area, do not hesitate and to try this restaurant. You will not be disappointed.
bethany tly
Not Recommended to book private room:I recently dined at Minami restaurant with a group of eight adults and three kids, opting for the $175 set menu with sake for dinner. Our total bill came to $2100. (Proof of purchase is attached) While there were some positive aspects to our experience, there were also a few notable drawbacks.Let's start with the positives. The food at Minami was delicious, and the presentation was visually pleasing. Each dish was well-prepared and showcased the culinary expertise of the kitchen staff. Additionally, the restaurant had a team of friendly and accommodating staff members who provided excellent service throughout our meal. Their positive attitude and attentiveness added to the overall dining experience.However, there were several areas where Minami fell short. Firstly, the booking system for the private room was not customer-friendly. Despite emailing the party coordinator, I received no response. When I called the restaurant directly, they claimed not to have the coordinator's phone number, leaving me with no choice but to wait for an email reply. This lack of communication and inconvenience tarnished the experience. Considering the minimum purchase requirement of $1000 for the private room, I expected a more efficient and convenient booking process.Secondly, the portion sizes of the set menu were not as generous as anticipated. The menu seemed promising, indicating that we would be served ample food, especially since we were dining with guests and wanted to ensure everyone was satisfied. While I, as a small eater, felt adequately full, the same cannot be said for my husband and other male guests, who felt only 70-80% full. This discrepancy in portion sizes left us somewhat disappointed.Furthermore, as a set menu, we expected the food to be served promptly after each course. However, the waiting time between dishes was longer than expected, causing some delays in the overall dining experience. Ideally, the next course should have been brought out promptly after the previous one was cleared.Lastly, the private room itself was unremarkable and lacked any appealing features. Considering the minimum purchase requirement and the desire for a special dining experience, we expected the private room to have a more distinct ambiance or decor to enhance the overall atmosphere. Unfortunately, it fell short in this aspect.In conclusion, I would recommend Minami restaurant for casual dining, taking into account the tasty food and pleasant staff. However, when it comes to more important or special occasions, I would hesitate to recommend it. The shortcomings in the booking system, portion sizes, timing between dishes, and the lackluster private room detracted from the overall experience. For a more memorable and impressive dining experience, it may be worthwhile to explore other options.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 4
박재민
Group of 11 people booked a private room, and ordered $175 Set Menu.Portion - 1/5 portion too small even for my wifeTaste - 5/5 no doubtWait between each dish - 1/5 waited too longBooking Process - 1/5 too difficult to book private roomService - 5/5 kind staff!Atmosphere - 3/5 private room could be designed better
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Seth Dow
Great sushi place is Yaletown. The Aburi Oshi is worth trying as a change of pace but I would lean towards their nigiri, sashimi, and rolls.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Nadipops13
I had the best time! Thank you so much for the wonderful service! It was exceptional. The food was OUTSTANDING and I cannot thank you enough for checking with regards of my having celiac disease. The server was so helpful and accomodating. Thank YOU so much :)
Solid #Aburi ExperienceVisited Minami Yaletown for lunch on a Thursday. No reservation, but was seated promptly at the bar. The Aburi (flame-seared) #sushi was fresh and flavorful. Service was prompt and friendly. Overall, a good choice for a quick and tasty lunch - a bit on the pricier side.
Jennifer Neilson
What an adorable space. Went with a group of 4 adults, a teen and a baby. There didn't seem too many vegetarian options that were actually sushi but we were able to get some cucumber and avocado Maki. The salad with the tofu was amazing though! Cocktails were delicious and the service was very good. They were very attentive and accommodating.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wilfred Cho
Food is pretty good here, but to get a full stomach would easily cost you more than $100. It is well worth it. The torched sushis are wonderful!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
mewbeh
My boyfriend and I went to Minami for the celebration of his birthday. We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Minami. We each ordered the seven-course and it was seamless. The food was amazingly delicious and the service was amazing as well. We had such a great experience with Minami and we will definitely visit again!!
crystal chen
The cake is quite nice . Taste a bit to sweet side. Fresh made by pre-order cake bottom still as crispy after few days ?Parking: Probably need to park on other street and walk back to restaurants
We had a casual business meeting there. We were well served and guided through the menu. Quality of food is outstanding. Great place for business meeting, low background noise.Thank you for the great experience. We will come again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Have been to Minami numerous of occasions but I went this week for my husbands birthday dinner, unfortunately the food quality has decreased substantially. The sablefish was overcooked. Salmon Oshi’s were decent. I used to love coming here but afraid that may be my last ?
Quality of food has substantially decreased from the previous times I went. Won't be going back again.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Their sushi rolls were exquisite!! Specially the premium aburi oshi sushisKid-friendliness: Offers high chair for kids but no specific kid menu
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wagyu, Champagne Roll
My daughter and I chose the chef's curated menu. The food was delicious, an A+. Hannah , our server was very friendly, pleasant and so welcoming. I'll recommend Minami to friends who will visit Vancouver. Thank you. From happy guests coming from the SF Bay Area, CA.
It was my first time in Vancouver. My colleague and I were looking for a sushi restaurant and Minami was suggested to us by a local. Amazing food. Tasty and beautifully presented. Our waitress Kaylee was great. She knew that menu in and out and was able to help us make a decision when we were unsure of what and home many pieces of sushi we should order. If you are in that area, do not hesitate and to try this restaurant. You will not be disappointed.
Not Recommended to book private room:I recently dined at Minami restaurant with a group of eight adults and three kids, opting for the $175 set menu with sake for dinner. Our total bill came to $2100. (Proof of purchase is attached) While there were some positive aspects to our experience, there were also a few notable drawbacks.Let's start with the positives. The food at Minami was delicious, and the presentation was visually pleasing. Each dish was well-prepared and showcased the culinary expertise of the kitchen staff. Additionally, the restaurant had a team of friendly and accommodating staff members who provided excellent service throughout our meal. Their positive attitude and attentiveness added to the overall dining experience.However, there were several areas where Minami fell short. Firstly, the booking system for the private room was not customer-friendly. Despite emailing the party coordinator, I received no response. When I called the restaurant directly, they claimed not to have the coordinator's phone number, leaving me with no choice but to wait for an email reply. This lack of communication and inconvenience tarnished the experience. Considering the minimum purchase requirement of $1000 for the private room, I expected a more efficient and convenient booking process.Secondly, the portion sizes of the set menu were not as generous as anticipated. The menu seemed promising, indicating that we would be served ample food, especially since we were dining with guests and wanted to ensure everyone was satisfied. While I, as a small eater, felt adequately full, the same cannot be said for my husband and other male guests, who felt only 70-80% full. This discrepancy in portion sizes left us somewhat disappointed.Furthermore, as a set menu, we expected the food to be served promptly after each course. However, the waiting time between dishes was longer than expected, causing some delays in the overall dining experience. Ideally, the next course should have been brought out promptly after the previous one was cleared.Lastly, the private room itself was unremarkable and lacked any appealing features. Considering the minimum purchase requirement and the desire for a special dining experience, we expected the private room to have a more distinct ambiance or decor to enhance the overall atmosphere. Unfortunately, it fell short in this aspect.In conclusion, I would recommend Minami restaurant for casual dining, taking into account the tasty food and pleasant staff. However, when it comes to more important or special occasions, I would hesitate to recommend it. The shortcomings in the booking system, portion sizes, timing between dishes, and the lackluster private room detracted from the overall experience. For a more memorable and impressive dining experience, it may be worthwhile to explore other options.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 4
Group of 11 people booked a private room, and ordered $175 Set Menu.Portion - 1/5 portion too small even for my wifeTaste - 5/5 no doubtWait between each dish - 1/5 waited too longBooking Process - 1/5 too difficult to book private roomService - 5/5 kind staff!Atmosphere - 3/5 private room could be designed better
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Great sushi place is Yaletown. The Aburi Oshi is worth trying as a change of pace but I would lean towards their nigiri, sashimi, and rolls.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
I had the best time! Thank you so much for the wonderful service! It was exceptional. The food was OUTSTANDING and I cannot thank you enough for checking with regards of my having celiac disease. The server was so helpful and accomodating. Thank YOU so much :)
Restaurantji Recommends
Solid #Aburi ExperienceVisited Minami Yaletown for lunch on a Thursday. No reservation, but was seated promptly at the bar. The Aburi (flame-seared) #sushi was fresh and flavorful. Service was prompt and friendly. Overall, a good choice for a quick and tasty lunch - a bit on the pricier side.
What an adorable space. Went with a group of 4 adults, a teen and a baby. There didn't seem too many vegetarian options that were actually sushi but we were able to get some cucumber and avocado Maki. The salad with the tofu was amazing though! Cocktails were delicious and the service was very good. They were very attentive and accommodating.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is pretty good here, but to get a full stomach would easily cost you more than $100. It is well worth it. The torched sushis are wonderful!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
My boyfriend and I went to Minami for the celebration of his birthday. We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Minami. We each ordered the seven-course and it was seamless. The food was amazingly delicious and the service was amazing as well. We had such a great experience with Minami and we will definitely visit again!!
The cake is quite nice . Taste a bit to sweet side. Fresh made by pre-order cake bottom still as crispy after few days ?Parking: Probably need to park on other street and walk back to restaurants
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Green Tea Opera