Shizen Ya - Vancouver, British Columbia

I've been meaning to try this place for years and finally got around to it! I was interested in the healthy concept but I also really liked the intimate and relaxing atmosphere of the restaurant. The staff was so nice and really knew and cared about the menu. It’s a ... small space, but there was no wait for a table for 3 on Monday night. We all really enjoyed our food. I got their Sakura Blossom roll and vegan pumpkin pudding for dessert. The sushi was made with fresh fish and vegetables, and the texture of the brown rice was on point. I really didn’t notice any difference from normal white sushi rice beyond a little bit of an earthier taste. As a special roll, the flavour concept was very balanced and it was interesting but not flashy. I loved the pumpkin pudding too, it was a really unique dessert! This has a very natural earthy taste and wasn’t too sweet, which was balanced out by the brown sugar syrup. I had a bite of green tea mochi ice cream - I would recommend the pudding as more of a must-try, but if you want something more conventional this would be a great choice. Their prices are fair. The sushi rolls are surprisingly filling, but the dinner combo, which someone else in my group ordered is the best value for quantity - a lot of high quality food for $25. Read more

Wonderful sushi place. Seats 25 people. Very nicely furnished much nicer than most sushi places. The women serving us was exceptionally friendly and productive. Food is above average. Prices are reasonable for these days ID be happier if they offered a couple of daily discounted items. Udon was delicious. ... Bevies were good. Overall above average. Read more

Pretty good good, authentic flavours despite the brown rice. I really enjoyed the 3 color ramen, it’s a really tasty veggie broth they have created! All the sashimi was really fresh.

Sushi is delicious and the brown rice is perfectly cooked. Produce is fresh and they have great deals for happy hour. They have many options and quinoa sushi! Super healthy and tasty! Very recommended

Great Japanese restaurant with several vegan options to choose from. My first time there, and was pleasantly surprised to see I had several options to choose from, being vegan. I couldn't decide between the Tri-Colored Ramen, or Shizen Tantan Udon, but was able to combine different features of the ... two to my liking. It was delicious. The Spicy Agedashi Tofu and Spinach Goma-Ae were delicious vegan appetizers. I will definitely be back to try other menu items. Highly recommended! Read more