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Guu with Garlic, Vancouver, BC
Guu with Garlic, Vancouver, BC
Guu with Garlic, Vancouver, BC
Guu with Garlic, Vancouver, BC
Guu with Garlic, Vancouver, BC

Guu with Garlic

4.8
4.8
159 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 1 time today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Child-friendly
Guu with Garlic, also called Guu Robson is all about “Garlic is Sexy”. Sexy is not just about the outside, but it’s the fundamental attitude reflecting energy. Garlic is good, makes you healthy and beautiful! Enjoy the classic Izakaya dishes with a garlic punch. We keep seats for walk-in customers as well. No available seats on OpenTable does not mean we are fully booked. Please be aware that the time limited per table is two hours during peak hours.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Tapas / Small Plates, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 3:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 3:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    Bidwell
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Canada Line: get off at Vancouver City Center station and 20 min walk Sky Train: get off at Burrard station and 15 min walk #005 bus, the closest stop is Robson + Cardero
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine

What 159 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Guu with Garlic offers an "authentic Japanese pub environment" with a "vast selection of small plates" perfect for sharing. Patrons praise the "amazing sashimi" and "friendly staff," while the "unique and inventive menu" delights all ages. Regulars and newcomers alike enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and consistently "delicious food."
159 Reviews
  1. rosena

    Vancouver2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s our family local favorite gem. It’s the best!

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  2. Fen fen

    Manitoba1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food here was absolutely delicious. With so many items on the menu, it was difficult to choose! Our servers were attentive and helpful. The menu has lots of kid-friendly items.The salmon & ikura don and the BBQ eel in the clay pot were big hits for the kids. Overall, we really enjoyed our dinner at Guu with Garlic and will be back again.

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  3. Dafna

    Vancouver1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely small and authentic. We enjoyed our meal and expeexperience.

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  4. Eric

    Vancouver15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It just amazing they taste like 20 years ago. Lots of memories

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    Orange County8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently great food and service.

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  6. Mike VIP

    Vancouver65 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Portions have gotten smaller for some of the dishes - we ordered 2 desserts, waited 20 minutes never arrived so cancelled them. This trip was not up to their usual high standards

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  7. Eric

    Orange County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best Japanese restaurants in the city. Sashimi was so fresh. Everything was good. Friendly staff.

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  8. Georgina VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food and always great service. Very fresh and flavorful sashimi.

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  9. FoodieinHouston

    Houston61 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    one of the best Izakayas I've been in a while. beats Houston's izakayas hands down

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  10. Hooba

    Seattle12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it! Would definitely go again. Great ambiance.

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FAQs

Guu with Garlic does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Guu with Garlic also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 685-8678.

Guu with Garlic is rated 4.8 stars by 159 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Google Map for Guu with Garlic

1698 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6G 1C7

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bidwell
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–11:30 pm Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 3:00 pm–12:30 am Sun 3:00 pm–11:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Tapas / Small Plates, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Canada Line: get off at Vancouver City Center station and 20 min walk Sky Train: get off at Burrard station and 15 min walk #005 bus, the closest stop is Robson + Cardero
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine
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