“ The best experience I’ve had in Vancouver yet! Tom was a wonderful chef and host. I really loved hearing the technique and preparation behind the dishes. Almost every single ingredient was personally crafted by Tom, from the aging of the fish to the brewing of the soy sauce, I could really taste the passion he put in. ”

“ What a wonderful experience. We enjoyed the premium lunch that day for a birthday celebration. Whether you go for lunch or dinner, I would say the price point is amazing for what you are getting. I think the folks with the lower ratings need to be more reasonable with your expectations. The higher expectations can be satisfied at the omakase restaurants that charge 300-400 per person. Chef Tom and wife Ellie were very friendly and provided amazing service from beginning to end. You can tell that Chef Tom really enjoys his craft through his introduction and his path to becoming a chef. The culinary experience was exceptional, and this place is definitely a hidden gem. ”

“ What a phenomenal experience - Tom is an incredible chef and an artist! You could tell that he spent so much time creating his menu from scratch (even down to the soy sauce was made in-house), prepping for the meal, ensuring that every detail has been thought about ahead of time. I went in with my partner for my birthday and we both agreed that the quality of food and service left us feeling blown away after the meal. We got the premium omakase and it was a 10 course menu. Each time we thought a dish was amazing, Tom brought out something to wow us again. He was very knowledgeable & thorough and explained everything from ingredient selection, history of the food, fun facts, prep method, to the sauce pairing recommendations. You can really feel how much Tom loves his craft, and feel the life experience and emotions that reflect in his food / creations. Omakase is like asking a chef to showcase himself, his story into a meal... i feel like i got to know him after eating it. At the end they even brought out exquisite house made desserts / cake to celebrate my birthday, which made the whole thing extra special. Deluxe omakase was 120 per person, which for the quality of food we got was very worth. What a hidden gem - I will be coming back again, without a doubt. (Not gonna post photos of the meal to keep it as a surprise - because you all deserve to see the beautiful presentation for the first time in person!) ”

“ We came here for a birthday dinner and took up 70% of the restaurants capacity so this experience was based on a group setting. I chose to sit at the bar which has about 6 seats so we were directly served by Chef Tom himself. Every dish was unique in its own way and the sushi was all super fresh and can definitely taste the difference in each fish. Chef would was direct us to use certain dipping sauces that were specific to each dish so that we would taste every item in the omakase set the way he intended. Overall love the experience and for the price of 78/person before tip for 12 course Omakase is a bargain !! ”

“ Been to quite a few omakase experiences in the lower mainland and I would say this is probably one of the best ones, if not the best! Chef Tom was engaging and made the dinner personable. Service was attentive and friendly. Meal was paced well. Dishes were quite delicious. We got the standard omakase and it was very a good value for that price. Highly recommend this place. ”

“ Hot tip: sit at the bar! Chef Tom is so welcoming, professional, and definitely knows what he’s doing. The Omakase was 65/pp during Dine Out Vancouver. Not really an experience to lounge and chat with your mates as each dish is graciously presented with explanation on how to best enjoy, history, and how it was prepared. Lovely experience. Clean, inviting space. ”

“ A Hidden Gem for an Incredible Omakase Experience! Tekkaba Omakase is an absolute must-visit in downtown Vancouver! From the moment you walk in, you can tell the space is immaculately clean, and the service is fantastic—attentive without being intrusive. The food? Absolutely phenomenal. Every bite was a palatable journey, hitting all the right notes of umami, softness, sweetness, and simplicity, yet executed with such finesse. The sashimi was incredibly fresh, and you can really taste the chef’s expert touch in every ingredient. What makes it even more special is that everything is handmade in-house, elevating the experience even further. For the quality and artistry of the dishes, the pricing is very reasonable, making it a great value for an omakase experience. It’s truly a hidden gem—not necessarily where you’d expect to find such an incredible spot, but once you’re there, you’ll understand why it’s so special. The Korean owner and chef clearly has a wealth of experience in the industry, and it shows in every dish. Thank you for an unforgettable meal—I’ll definitely be back! My favorite is ... damn can’t pick a fav haha ..: parking can be a challenge but lots of street parking and paid parking is right across the street!! ”

“ Had the premium lunch menu and 140 for 12 courses Omakase for two people 25 for one sake pairing (3 different sakes). I found it was great value as we sat with 6 people and watched as the very friendly chef prepared dishes, commenting as he served. The overall experience took about 75min. I also normally don't like seafood, but found the food was excellent, and served in beautiful plating. ”