Taka's Sushi — Restaurant in White Rock

Until recently, Taka was undoubtedly one of our favorite Japanese restaurants, a cherished place we frequented often. The fresh and delightful selection of sushi and sashimi was simply unparalleled, leaving us with a memorable culinary experience each time.

However, as of late, we have noticed a slight shift in the dynamics of the restaurant. The prices of some of their signature fish dishes seem to have soared, making the overall dining experience somewhat costlier than before. With this, we find ourselves contemplating our orders more carefully, opting for more budget-friendly options and occasionally compromising on our usual indulgences.

Moreover, the growing popularity of aburi-style sushi in many other establishments has taken a toll on Taka's clientele. While the allure of perfectly seared fish and the play of flavors has captivated many, it has also led us and others to explore these alternative sushi spots, drawing us away from our once-beloved haunt.

Another factor that has subtly impacted our preference for Taka is the noticeable decrease in available seating. Previously, securing a table was relatively hassle-free, but now it seems like a challenge. Perhaps the combination of loyal patrons and the restaurant's modest space has led to this spatial constraint, affecting the overall comfort and convenience of dining there.

Nonetheless, despite these recent changes, Taka remains a place with fond memories, and we might still return for special occasions or when we crave the unique flavors that only they can offer. Yet, for now, we find ourselves exploring other Japanese eateries in search of new culinary delights and dining...

I've heard some good things about this place so I decided to try it out. And... I was very disappointed.

They appeared to have a decent selection of nigiri but most of them were "unavailable" (such as o-toro, ika and tako; even tamago, seriously? they are just eggs). And only as they were coming back to tell me the fish were unavailable, I realized that the waitress somehow mistakenly ordered sashimi platter for each single fish instead of the single piece nigiri. After sorting out the confusion, the food came after a fairly short wait.

The sushi....All I can say is that the quality of the fish was good, but nothing special. Most of them were pretty fresh but cut slightly too thin to my taste. The rice however, was downright disgraceful. It was dry and didn't hold together in one piece. When I used my fingers to pick up the nigiri, it easily broke in half. The aburi sushi, which was quite nice (and very, very expensive), didn't really suffer from this issue (partially because it was doused in sauce that overwhelmed your taste buds). I had a good experience with the foie gras aburi that melted in my mouth.

However, considering the price of $5-9 per piece of sushi, this place is very overrated. There are better sushi bars out there in Vancouver that are run by actual Japanese people (this place seems to be owned by Chinese) that offer a cheaper, but more authentic...

To talk about the most famous sushi restaurant in Vancouver, some people would say it is Miku or Black Rice. But for me, Taka Sushi should be on the list. There are not many choices of food in this restaurant, only sashimi, sushi and aburi sushi. Many Japanese restaurants in Vancouver not only provide sushi but also provide ramen or rice to meet visitor’s expectations since the fierce competition in Vancouver catering service. However, Taka Sushi only provides customers sashimi and sushi! It can be seen that Taka Sushi has confidence in its own sushi dishes! I personally think people must try their aburi sushi. Compared with other Aburi Sushi restaurants, Taka pays more attention to the taste of the ingredients, so the flavor of the seasoning will be lighter. I especially recommend the wagyu aburi sushi. The wagyu beef has a strong oily aroma, and it is very fragrant when paired with rice with a touch of sushi vinegar! The price of this restaurant is a bit expensive to me. The price of aburi sushi is calculated by piece. The price of one piece Wagyu aburi sushi is about 10 dollars. A good meal for two people might need more than 200 dollars.In addition, the air-conditioning temperature in the restaurant is too low, and the meal time is a bit slow. If you want to come over to taste, remember to bring...