Vancouver · Yakitori · omakase
Sumibiyaki Arashi
Yakitori omakaseMichelin one starbinchotan charcoal14-seat countercharcoal grill
Sumibiyaki Arashi is Vancouver's only serious yakitori omakase, where Michelin-starred chef Pete Ho grills premium ingredients over authentic Japanese binchotan charcoal at a 14-seat counter in Mount Pleasant.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Mount Pleasant
- Since
- 2024
- Chef
- Pete Ho
Plate № 70
About
Sumibiyaki Arashi has set an entirely new standard for yakitori in Canada since earning its Michelin star in 2025. Chef-owner Pete Ho, who spent a decade immersed in Japanese charcoal-grilling culture, channels that deep study into multi-course yakitori omakase served to just 14 guests at a time. The name translates to 'charcoal fire grill,' and everything here revolves around the exacting use of Japanese binchotan charcoal—an ingredient that demands as much skill to master as any Japanese knife technique. Air Canada Enroute named it one of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. Unlike conventional yakitori, Sumibiyaki Arashi's format extends beyond chicken, exploring the full spectrum of ingredients suited to live-fire precision cooking. The result is a singular experience in Vancouver's dining landscape.
Neighborhood & visiting
Sumibiyaki Arashi sits in Mount Pleasant, one of Vancouver's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused yakitori counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional yakitori restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Vancouver's only yakitori omakase with a Michelin star, using authentic Japanese binchotan charcoal
- Named one of Air Canada Enroute's Best New Restaurants 2025
- Intimate 14-seat counter makes every guest feel the full focus of the kitchen
- Chef Pete Ho's decade of Japanese charcoal-grilling study results in extraordinary precision
Chef Pete Ho is not Japanese-born but underwent a decade of intensive Japanese charcoal-grilling training; the Michelin Guide recognises the kitchen's strong traditional Japanese approach.
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Frequently asked
About Sumibiyaki Arashi
- Is Sumibiyaki Arashi an authentic yakitori omakase restaurant in Vancouver?
- Yes — Sumibiyaki Arashi is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for yakitori omakase in Vancouver: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused yakitori format.
- Where is Sumibiyaki Arashi located?
- Sumibiyaki Arashi is located at 363 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 1W5, Canada, Vancouver, Canada in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Sumibiyaki Arashi?
- Sumibiyaki Arashi accepts reservations online. For an authentic yakitori experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Sumibiyaki Arashi?
- Sumibiyaki Arashi sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for yakitori omakase of this format in Vancouver.
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