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Sumibiyaki Arashi

CAN$51 and over
Japanese
363 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 1W5

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Sumibiyaki Arashi

4.8
CAN$51 and over
Japanese
Mount Pleasant

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Sumibiyaki Arashi is an 14-seat omakase experience where each skewer meets binchotan charcoal, drawing out deep, clean flavours through a dialogue of fire, time, and technique.

The menu is anchored in yakitori but moves beyond it, weaving in seasonal fish and vegetable-forward dishes with unexpected textures and flavours. Cooking here follows a practice of restraint, respect, and precision, meant to engage all five senses.
The meal unfolds with quiet intent, each skewer and dish arriving at just the right moment, shaping a dining experience built on anticipation, warmth, and attention to detail.
The pacing, the balance, the quiet precision at the grill—each element working in harmony to create something immersive and deeply personal experience.
Dining at Sumibiyaki Arashi is intentional, intimate, and curated, from the setting to the food to the drinks. We have a beautiful selection of wine, sake, tea, and more, each specifically chosen to pair perfectly with your meal.

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2026

From the OpenTable editors: At this 14-seat Mount Pleasant counter, chef Pete Ho brings his Taiwanese heritage to Japanese yakitori tradition. The omakase format centres on skewers grilled over binchotan charcoal. Expect heart, wing and uncommon heritage-bird cuts alongside seasonal fish and vegetables. The lime-washed room is minimal and the cooking is exacting, but the hip hop soundtrack and easy service keep things loose.

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Experiences

  • Sumibiyaki Arashi Holiday Menu 2026

    2 - 4 people

    Dec 17, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
    The holiday season is just around the corner, and we’re looking forward to celebrating another year at Arashi with a special holiday omakase, offered December 17–31, excluding December 24, 25 and 26. For these evenings, expect a menu beyond our usual yakitori experience. Charcoal will remain at the heart of what we do, complemented by seasonal seafood, premium wagyu, winter delicacies, and exceptional ingredients sourced from Japan and the Pacific Coast. Expect a menu that feels distinctly Arashi, with a few surprises reserved for the holidays. Seatings will be available at 5:30 p.m. and 8:15 p.m., pending availability, for parties of two and four guests. Cost of this Holiday Menu will be $260pp. We only offer two seatings per evening, so please allow approximately 2.5 hours to fully immerse yourself in this intimate dining experience. Cancellations or changes to your reservation must be made at least 72 hours in advance. A $260 per person charge plus processing fees will apply for late cancellations or no-shows. Please note: To preserve the flow of our omakase experience, we begin on time. Guests who arrive more than 15 minutes late may miss courses already served. If you arrive more than 30 minutes late, it will be considered a no show. At this current time, we only accept bookings for 2 and 4 guests and full restaurant buyouts. Multiple bookings to make larger parties will be politely declined. Our menu is carefully crafted to be enjoyed as it is and includes meat, fish, dairy, shellfish, gluten, sesame, soy, pork, seaweed, and eggs. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate any allergies or substitutions. To maintain a serene dining atmosphere, children under 16 are not permitted. We offer a thoughtfully selected wine and sake list. If you would like to bring a special bottle, please reach out to us in advance to arrange corkage for your reservation, as only pre-arranged corkage is permitted. Please note outside glassware is not permitted. Add-ons are optional, limited, and subject to availability. Offerings may vary based on preparation levels and some items may not always be available or in sufficient quantities for all guests. Please arrive no more than 5 minutes prior to your booking.
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  • Sumibiyaki Arashi Omakase

    2 - 4 people

    Multiple dates available
    We welcome you to the city's first specialty sumibiyaki omakase concept, bringing you thoughtful, fresh, slow food. The menu is anchored in yakitori but moves beyond it, weaving in seasonal fish and vegetable-forward dishes with unexpected textures and flavours. Cooking here follows a practice of restraint, respect, and precision, meant to engage all five senses. $195 per person We only offer two seatings per evening, so please allow approximately 2.5 hours to fully immerse yourself in this intimate dining experience. Cancellations or changes to your reservation must be made at least 72 hours in advance. A $195 per person charge plus processing fees will apply for late cancellations or no-shows. Please note: To preserve the flow of our omakase experience, we begin on time. Guests who arrive more than 15 minutes late may miss courses already served. If you arrive more than 30 minutes late, it will be considered a no show. At this current time, we only accept bookings for 2 and 4 guests and full restaurant buyouts. For buyout and solo diner requests, please email us at sumibiyaki.arashi@gmail.com Multiple bookings to make larger parties will be politely declined. Our menu is carefully crafted to be enjoyed as it is and includes meat, fish, dairy, shellfish, gluten, sesame, soy, pork, seaweed, and eggs. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate any allergies or substitutions. To maintain a serene dining atmosphere, children under 16 are not permitted. We offer a thoughtfully selected wine and sake list. If you would like to bring a special bottle, please reach out to us in advance to arrange corkage for your reservation, as only pre-arranged corkage is permitted. Please note outside glassware is not permitted. Add-ons are optional, limited, and subject to availability. Offerings may vary based on preparation levels and some items may not always be available or in sufficient quantities for all guests. Please arrive no more than 5 minutes prior to your booking.
    Sumibiyaki Arashi Omakase Photo

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Reviews

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4.8

4.8
(19)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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  • Vancouver

    Japanese

19 Reviews
  1. Jenny

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    amazing food and services. will definitely come back again!

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  2. Michael Gold

    Vancouver33 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on September 18, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was tasty, but for me personally, completely over priced. Not enough variety in flavor between the chicken skewer courses, and even if there was more, it's still just chicken. Would be better suited at $90-$110 price range. But the restaurant is too small (12 seats), only has a couple seatings a night and only open a few nights a week to get by at this price range. It feels like the customer is paying to supplement the bottleneck effect of the restaurants capability to serve people.

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  3. Marie Gold

    Manitoba4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you so much to Peter and the entire team for a wonderful evening! This was a 14-seat, 17 course yakitori experience that felt like an intimate and thoughtful dinner between friends. We loved having a front seat to Peter at the grill and watching every dish carefully prepared for each guest. While we enjoyed every perfectly seasoned bite, what was most memorable was the team's service and ability to read the room. From the moment we walked in, our cups were never empty, empty dishes were instantly whisked away, and the team knew how to check in while being unobtrusive. We are so glad to have had the chance to snag a last-minute seat at Sumibiyaki Arashi's table, and hope to return next time we are in Vancouver!

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  4. Ira

    Vancouver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 8, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've been lucky enough to go twice. Both times were amazing - from the warm welcome on entry, through all points of service, and every bite of food...chicken doesn't get better. That is slightly reductive because don't miss the Wagyu skewer if they have it, it was perfect. Thank you to the entire team for a second outstanding meal.

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  5. Keith

    Vancouver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fantastic experience. Great food, attentive staff etc. definitely recommend it to anyone!

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  6. Sabrina

    Vancouver2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 23, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The skill level that Pete has is beyond words. Chicken was cooked to perfection and not overcooked. But being served mainly chicken, the price point felt overpriced. For the value, I wasn't quite full. Definitely needed to add extra skewers, which means extra cost.

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  7. Fred Gold

    Vancouver17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Skewer heaven. The chicken oyster, thigh and wings were particularly tasty.

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  8. weina Gold

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect as always, Peter is the best of the best. I will definitely go back.

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  9. Anthony Gold

    Vancouver66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely Nailed it ! Chef Peter and jasper and GM Ashlee made the evening memorable and fun ! Food was amazing and environment made us feels like we are in Japan ! Can't wait to go back and have more fun with this amazing team and taste the fabulous culinary food that this restaurant can offer ! Cheers

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  10. Selenia

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was unreal. We loved it! Such a great experience!

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FAQs

Yes, Sumibiyaki Arashi's intimate 14-seat counter, careful pacing, and curated wine and sake selection make it a memorable choice for anniversaries and special evenings.

Sumibiyaki Arashi feels like an intimate, sensory counter experience, a 14‑seat omakase centered on a binchotan charcoal grill, with calming design, close attention from the chefs, and a focused, well‑paced service.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished clothing rather than anything formal, and many guests treat visits as special occasions like anniversaries or birthdays.

Book the early dinner seating, the restaurant opens its dinner service at 5:30 pm (Tue–Sat) and guests say the 5:30 seating runs about 2–2.5 hours with perfect pacing.

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Sumibiyaki Arashi

4.8
CAN$51 and over
Japanese
Mount Pleasant

Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
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