KISHIMOTO MENU

🍣 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.

Kishimoto menu in Vancouver:

🍱 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

  Crisp pickled daikon radish and seasonal fruit infused with orange miso, Japanese knotweed, and a hint of grated strawberry.

• 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.

📖 See the current Kishimoto menu on their website

🍣 Customer Favorite Menu Items

• 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.

This menu was last updated: 3 weeks ago.