Kishimoto Japanese Restaurant Vancouver

    🍣 Kishimoto Japanese Restaurant on Commercial Drive in Vancouver is celebrated for its creative sushi, signature oshi rolls, and authentic Japanese dishes.

    Known for fresh ingredients, artful presentation, and a cozy dining atmosphere, it’s one of Vancouver’s top spots for sushi lovers and Japanese cuisine enthusiasts.

    🌟 Known for Salmon Oshi Sushi, Spicy Tuna Roll.

    🍽️ Kishimoto Menu

    See the full Kishimoto menu in Vancouver, including popular dishes and house favourites.

    🍱 Seasonal & Special

    Homemade Pickles

    Crisp daikon and seasonal fruits paired with orange miso, knotweed, and a touch of sweet strawberry

    Seasonal Goma-ae

    Fresh local greens tossed with sesame miso, finished with a crisp knotweed accent

    Nasu Dengaku

    Golden-fried eggplant brushed with sweet yuzu miso and a burst of citrus zest

    Sungold Tomato

    Sweet Stoney Paradise tomatoes dressed in strawberry–plum vinegar miso

    Seasonal Tempura

    A chef’s selection of fresh, seasonal vegetables and seafood lightly fried to perfection

    Mushroom & Kelp Stock Udon/Ramen

    Organic noodles in earthy mushroom–kelp broth with grilled mushrooms, wakame, nori, and charcoal-charred aromatics (choice of udon or ramen)

    Wagyu Broth Udon/Ramen

    Luxurious wagyu broth with noodles, poached egg, duck breast, fried tofu, wakame, and sesame naruto (choice of udon or ramen)

    Chirashi Donburi

    A vibrant mosaic of sashimi, tamago, shiitake, shiso, and pickled daikon over rice (ingredients vary by season)

    🍤 From the Kitchen

    Karaage

    Juicy local chicken fried crisp and glazed in sweet garlic tamari

    Agedashi Mochi

    Crispy rice cake tempura in shiitake dashi with scallion and jalapeño warmth

    Gindara Misoyuke

    Sablefish fillet marinated in sweet miso, wrapped in cedar, and grilled until smoky

    Ebi Tempura

    Jumbo prawns fried crisp with a sprinkle of truffle salt and kombu kelp seasoning

    Salmon Kama

    Wild sockeye collar grilled with garlic chips and bright ponzu

    Smoked Tai Kama

    Sea bream collar seasoned with aromatic house spices and gently smoked

    Sous Vide Duck Soba

    Buckwheat noodles with tender duck, sesame, and soy dipping sauce

    Ishinabe

    Hot stone bowl of salmon, farm egg, mushrooms, and greens over sizzling rice with garlic soy reduction

    Teriyaki Donburi

    Tender chicken thigh glazed in house teriyaki with steamed rice and fresh pickles

    Okonomiyaki

    Osaka-style savory pancake with cabbage, mushrooms, and tonkatsu sauce, topped with creamy mayo (30-minute preparation)

    Miso Soup

    Comforting blend of red and white miso with prawns, tofu, wakame, and scallions

    🍣 Oshizushi

    Salmon Oshi

    Pressed wild salmon sushi with creamy sauce, cracked black pepper, and jalapeño flame-seared on top

    Ebi Oshi

    Prawn oshizushi finished with basil pesto cream, cracked pepper, and a torched touch

    Spicy Tuna Oshi

    Chopped albacore with spicy yuzu miso over crispy rice

    Smoked Oshi

    Salmon oshizushi infused with wood smoke and presented in a glass dome

    🌯 Rolls

    OMG Roll

    Tempura crunch with avocado, soy sauce, and a drizzle of sweet miso

    Dynamite Roll

    Classic roll with tempura prawns and avocado

    Spicy Dynamite Roll

    Tempura prawns and avocado with a spicy kick

    Spicy Salmon Roll

    Wild salmon with avocado, cucumber, and spicy sauce

    Spicy Tuna Roll

    Albacore tuna with avocado, cucumber, and spicy sauce

    Salmon Skin Roll

    Smoky salmon skin with cucumber, masago, and sweet soy glaze

    Salmon Avocado Roll

    Creamy salmon paired with fresh avocado

    Avocado Roll

    Fresh avocado wrapped with sesame miso and crisp cucumber

    Yam Roll

    Tempura yam balanced with cool avocado

    Veggie Roll

    A mix of cucumber, carrot, and edamame with sesame miso wrapped in avocado

    Shiso Ume Roll

    Shiso leaf with plum, cucumber, and kombu

    Cucumber Roll

    Simple, clean cucumber roll

    🍣 Nigiri

    Wagyu

    A5 Wagyu lightly seared with garlic soy, ponzu, and crispy garlic chips

    Hotate

    Sweet Hokkaido scallop nigiri

    Gindara Tataki

    Sablefish with ponzu, scallion, and garlic chips

    Kama Toro Tataki

    Fatty bluefin jaw with ponzu and green onion

    Kama Toro

    Premium cut of fatty tuna jaw

    Tai Yakishimo

    Seared seabream smoked with cherry wood

    Kensaki Ika

    Swordtip squid with plum sauce and hanaho flower

    Ikura

    Salmon roe paired with cucumber and citrus zest

    Sockeye

    Cold-smoked sockeye salmon

    Tamago

    Homemade omelet with free-range egg

    Shiitake

    Crispy tempura mushroom nigiri

    Oba

    Shiso leaf with ume and kombu

    🐟 Sashimi

    Sockeye

    Cold-smoked wild sockeye salmon (6 pcs)

    Spicy Salmon

    Wild sockeye with a spicy finish (6 pcs)

    Kama Toro

    Premium fatty bluefin tuna jaw, thinly sliced (6 pcs)

    3 Kinds

    Chef’s selection (9 pcs)

    4 Kinds

    Chef’s selection (8 pcs)

    🌱 Vegan Menu

    Homemade Pickles

    Sungold Tomato

    Juicy Stoney Paradise tomatoes paired with a strawberry plum miso vinegar.

    Nasu Dengaku

    Deep-fried eggplant finished with bright yuzu miso and a touch of yuzu zest.

    Agedashi Mochi

    Crispy soft rice cake tempura served in a savory shiitake kombu dashi with jalapeño and green onion.

    Mushroom & Kelp Stock Udon/Ramen

    House-made noodles in rich mushroom and Hokkaido kelp broth, with charcoal-grilled mushrooms, deep-fried tofu, wakame, nori, and green onion.

    Choice of udon or ramen noodles.

    Okonomiyaki

    Kishimoto’s Osaka-style savory pancake loaded with cabbage, onion, mushrooms, and topped with tonkatsu sauce and plant-based mayo.

    Please allow extra time for preparation.

    Veggie Roll

    A fresh roll of cucumber, edamame, carrot, and sesame miso, wrapped in creamy avocado.

    Avocado Roll

    Simple and satisfying, filled with ripe avocado.

    Yam Roll

    Crispy yam tempura paired with creamy avocado.

    Shiso Ume Roll

    Shiso leaf wrapped with sour plum, kombu, and cucumber for a refreshing bite.

    Cucumber Roll

    Light and crisp cucumber rolled in sushi rice.

    Shiitake Nigiri

    Tempura-battered shiitake mushroom, served as nigiri.

    Oba Nigiri

    Fresh shiso leaf layered with sour plum, kombu, and cucumber.

    🍨 Sweets

    Seasonal Sorbet

    Rotating flavors made with locally harvested fruit for a refreshing finish.

    Flowering Currant Honey Ice Cream

    Delicate ice cream infused with currant honey and candied flowers.

    Elderflower Honey Ice Cream

    Creamy elderflower honey base paired with sweet candied rhubarb.

    Caramelized Fig Ice Cream

    Luxurious fig ice cream with a rich caramelized sweetness.

    Creamy Shiso Ice Cream

    A unique blend of creamy ice cream infused with fresh shiso leaf.

    Holy Basil Ice Cream

    Fragrant holy basil adds a refreshing twist to this smooth ice cream.

    Kishimoto Menu Prices

    🍱 Japanese

    ⏳ Opens Soon
    Show full hours
    Monday Closed
    Tuesday 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
    Wednesday 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
    Thursday 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
    Friday 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
    Saturday 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
    Sunday 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

    ⭐ Kishimoto Favourites

    Salmon Oshi Sushi

    Flame-seared wild salmon with creamy sauce, cracked pepper, and jalapeño on pressed sushi rice.

    Spicy Tuna Roll

    Albacore tuna with cucumber, avocado, and house spicy sauce for a bold kick.

    Okonomiyaki

    Signature Osaka-style savory pancake layered with cabbage, onion, mushrooms, and topped with tonkatsu sauce and mayo.

    Ebi Oshi

    Cooked tiger prawn pressed sushi with creamy basil pesto sauce, seared and finished with cracked black pepper.

    Chirashi Donburi

    A vibrant assortment of sashimi, egg, and vegetables over rice, beautifully arranged and seasonally inspired.

    Seasonal Tempura

    Crisp, golden tempura crafted from fresh, local, and seasonal vegetables.

    Caramelized Fig Ice Cream

    A unique dessert that combines the richness of figs with a sweet, caramelized finish.

    🍽️ Dining Experience

    Cozy and intimate dining room with authentic Japanese décor and a warm, welcoming vibe.

    Known for beautifully plated dishes that blend traditional craftsmanship with modern creativity.

    Chefs prepare sushi and oshizushi with precision and flair right in front of guests.

    Atmosphere is lively yet comfortable, making it popular for date nights, small gatherings, and food enthusiasts.

    🅿️ Parking & Accessibility

    Limited street parking available along Commercial Drive, with metered spots nearby.

    Additional paid parking lots can be found within a short walking distance.

    Easily accessible by transit: steps away from Commercial–Broadway SkyTrain Station and serviced by multiple bus routes on Commercial Dr.

    The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, though space inside can be a bit tight during peak hours.

    📍 Landmarks & Location

    Situated in the heart of East Vancouver’s vibrant Commercial Drive neighborhood, known for its eclectic mix of eateries and shops.

    Close to Grandview Park, a popular local green space.

    Just a short walk from cultural spots like the Rio Theatre and independent boutiques along “The Drive.”

    📱 Ordering Options

    Dine-in only

    Kishimoto does not offer delivery or takeout due to the delicate nature of their dishes.

    Reservations are highly recommended, especially for dinner service, as seating is limited and demand is high.

    No online ordering platform

    guests must call ahead for bookings.

    💬 Customer Feedback

    Widely praised for the quality of sushi, especially oshi-style pressed sushi and creative rolls.

    Guests rave about the freshness of ingredients and meticulous presentation.

    Service is described as friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive, with staff happy to explain dishes.

    Some note that wait times can be long during peak hours, but most say the food is well worth it.

    Consistently ranked as one of the top Japanese restaurants in Vancouver.