Guu with Garlic

4.9

157 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Japanese

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

Neighbourhood gem

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 11:30–14:30 Sat, Sun 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–23:30 Fri 17:00–01:00 Sat 15:00–00:30 Sun 15:00–23:30
Phone number
(604) 685-8678
Website
https://guu-izakaya.com/Garlic_QR
Payment Options
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1698 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6G 1C7
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 157 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Guu with Garlic offers an authentic Japanese izakaya experience with "amazing selection" and "authentic food" at reasonable prices. Guests appreciate the vibrant atmosphere, perfect for sharing plates with friends. While service and portion sizes occasionally vary, the "food is consistently great" and the "unique menu" makes it a must-visit.

157 Reviews

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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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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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OpenTable Diner VIP
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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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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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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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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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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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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OpenTable Diner VIP
Vancouver7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They prepared with us with Cheese cake on my friend’s birthday as a surprise. Exceeded expectations. Highly Recommend!
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BeverlyH
Austin12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my favorite restaurant when I was student back 20 years ago, I came back with my boys and my husband this time after 15 years. The food was still good and my favorite is still the same , Yaki udon . I am happy that all of guu are still open. Thank you 😊
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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 4.9 stars by 157 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

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1698 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6G 1C7

Additional information

Cross Street
Bidwell
Area
Downtown
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:30 Sat, Sun 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–23:30 Fri 17:00–01:00 Sat 15:00–00:30 Sun 15:00–23:30
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

Website
https://guu-izakaya.com/Garlic_QR
Phone number
(604) 685-8678

Guu with Garlic

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What 157 people are saying

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Review summary

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