Kingyo

Description

Summary: A delightful Japanese izakaya experience with inventive small plates.

Kingyo is a treasure tucked away in Vancouver, known for its authentic izakaya vibe and inventive small plates. The atmosphere transports you to a feudal Japanese home with traditional wood carvings and a clay-tiled roof. The menu is a parade of flavors, featuring items like deep-fried fresh corn with soy butter and a sockeye salmon carpaccio that has patrons longing for more. Not to be missed is the Rock'n Kobe, where guests cook Kobe beef on a hot stone at their table, adding an interactive element to the dining experience. Seafood lovers can indulge in pressed snow crab sushi and deep-fried calamari with unique accompaniments. To complement the feast, there's a curated wine list, chilled sakés, shochu, and a selection of cocktails, including a yuzu gin tonic and Japanese sangría. Desserts like creamy almond tofu and Kyoto-style frozen green tea cream brûlée with red bean sauce round off the meal. The service is as enthusiastic as the ambiance is inviting, making Kingyo a must-visit for an upbeat and memorable izakaya experience.

Awards

Gayot

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Location

871 Denman St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2L9, Canada

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