Sakura Ichiban Japanese Restaurant — Restaurant in West Vancouver

This was a transcendent culinary experience unlike anything I've had before! I have never left a review for food, but my experience here demanded that I do so. This is by far the best Sushi I've ever had to date. The combination of flavor and freshness is unrivalled. The Smoked Salmon Oshi is a must-try (my brain didn't even know how to process how delicious it was at first - it was like being a child again trying something delectable for the very first time) but equally amazing were the Red Dragon Rolls (smoky and oh so fresh), the Volcano rolls (spicy, crispy yet juicy, with so much flavor) and the Sakura Rolls (the mango adds a note that perfectly accents the freshness of the fish). Also the Assorted Tempura was perfectly fried, better than anything I've had locally (I'm from the Edmonton area).

As if the food wasn't enough, the atmosphere here is so cozy and intimate. I must recommend the Tatami rooms for the full experience! To top it all off, the service here was simply amazing. They make you feel like family, asking about personal preferences and making recommendations tailored to your taste. They even serve bottomless complimentary tea with your meal!

A special shout-out to Nathan who welcomed us warmly, showed us to a private room & helped us to choose our meals. He is such a kind and helpful fellow. Thank you so much for having us and for serving us so graciously!

Finally, portion sizes for the price are incredible, and they provide plenty of Wasabi and Ginger with every dish they serve. Even the Nigiri came with generous amounts of each (try the Toro and Unagi Nigiri, both were delicious).

Suffice to say, we will be returning every time we are in the Vancouver area, and recommending Sakura Ichiban to everyone we know (we even slept nearby just so we could have lunch there the following day).

A true gem and a must-try for any fan of Japanese cuisine or just amazing...

ありがとう !! I have only ever given one 5-star review for Sushi in Van and this joint has topped my ultimate list. This sushi joint is da bomb! Absolutely awesome and im coming here every time that I'm in this area of town, period. It's my new almighty favorite for sure and best/most authentic Sushi I have eaten outside of Japan. I feel blessed to have discovered this absolute gem. First of all, a real nice cozy and authentic dig with a great laidback vibe. I love the decor, they've transformed this place into a super cute homey-feel and a happy lucky charm with Lush greenery and contemporary minimalistic wooden features with soft lighting. I love being able to sit near the sushi chef and just awe at his incredible talents. The food... Oh my gosh, there is nothing justifiable to how super yummy the grub is. Sushi rolls are huge, big fat stuffed rolls with perfect balance and consistency of wholesome fresh fillings throughout with soft and chewy texture as it should be. Make sure to take advantage of their Brown and Black Rice offerings to mix things up and tasted great. I'd recommend Brown rice with my all time favorite of Crunchy Yam Roll! The menu has some gnarly and quirky options with a ton of great vegetarian options The staff were also super accommodating and even prepared our delicious food in a separate area after we mentioned my wife was pregnant in aid to prevent cross contamination. They are all super friendly, approachable, extremely talented and professional. They make the most delicious food efficiently and accurately with 5 star service. I'd recommend this place to absolutely anyone and would happily come here every day to taste everything on their menu. Support local...

WOW! I've never felt compelled to leave a review before but this restaurant offers a truly transcendental dining experience! My partner and I both agree it's the BEST SUSHI we've ever had, so fresh and dynamic tasting! The menu selection is extensive, to the point that we placed our order in stages as we made our decisions! Even still, the food came out fast and frequent! Not only that, but the portion sizes and prices are beyond reasonable!

The atmosphere is second to none! We asked to be seated in one of the private Tatami rooms, and the server granted our request without any issue. I'm glad we asked because it was probably the most intimate, romantic dinner we've ever shared together!

The staff is simply amazing, especially Nathan who served us! After being seated, we were immediately treated to complimentary green tea that was refilled throughout our meal! When we were in doubt as to what to order, he would ask what flavours we preferred and made suggestions accordingly, all of which hit the ball out of the park to say the least! We stayed for quite a while and were never rushed once, not even when we pushed it close to closing time!

Thank you so much Sakura Ichiban for delivering an unforgettable experience for my partner and I! We love you and will be back (we already were the...