Masayoshi Vancouver

Masayoshi: Michelin-Starred Omakase on Fraser Street

Masayoshi is chef Masayoshi Baba's intimate omakase restaurant on Fraser Street, and it has held a Michelin star every year since the Vancouver guide launched in 2022. It is one of the hardest reservations in the city, and one of the best places in Metro Vancouver to experience a chef-led sushi meal.

Here's what to know before you book.

About Masayoshi

Chef Baba trained in fugu (pufferfish) preparation in Japan's Yamaguchi and Fukuoka prefectures, then spent about a decade behind the sushi bar at Tojo's in Vancouver before opening his own restaurant.

Masayoshi serves an omakase-only menu. The chef applies Edomae techniques such as curing, marinating and ageing to seasonal fish, much of it from British Columbia waters.

The Menu

How It Works

There is no à la carte menu. You choose between a seat at the sushi bar and a seat in the dining room, and the chef decides the sequence. Recent menus run to roughly 20 courses.

Sushi bar seats give you a direct view of Chef Baba at work. Table guests receive the same progression in a quieter setting.

What to Order

• Seasonal nigiri: the heart of the meal, with fish cured or aged in the Edomae style.
• Composed appetizers: small, hyper-seasonal plates before the sushi.
• Hand roll and miso soup: typical closing courses.
• Tamago: the traditional sweet omelette.
• Sake: a well-chosen list to pair with the meal.

Dietary Needs

Omakase menus are seafood-heavy and set by the chef. Share allergies and restrictions when you book, as some cannot be accommodated.

Atmosphere and Dining Experience

Small, calm and focused on the chef.

• Best for: special occasions and serious sushi lovers
• Noise level: quiet
• Dress code: smart casual
• Good to know: book weeks ahead; cancellation fees apply

Location: Fraserhood (Kensington), Vancouver

Masayoshi is at 4376 Fraser Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 4G3, in the Fraserhood area of East Vancouver near King Edward Avenue. Street parking is available nearby.

Hours of Operation

Masayoshi serves dinner only, typically Tuesday to Saturday from 6:00 p.m. Check the booking page for current seating times.

Reservations

• Reservations are essential and open well in advance.
• A deposit is taken, and late cancellations are charged.

Price Range

Masayoshi is a $$$$ omakase restaurant. Recent bookings list the sushi bar omakase at about $260 per person before drinks, tax and tip.

Awards and Recognition

• MICHELIN Guide Vancouver: One Star (2022–2026)
• OpenTable Icons (2026)

Contact Information

• Address: 4376 Fraser St, Vancouver, BC V5V 4G3
• Phone: 604-428-6272
• Website: masayoshi.ca
• Neighbourhood: Fraserhood (Kensington), Vancouver
• Cuisine: Japanese

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Masayoshi have a Michelin star?

Yes, it has held one Michelin star every year since 2022.

Where is Masayoshi?

At 4376 Fraser Street in East Vancouver.

How much is Masayoshi omakase?

Around $260 per person at the sushi bar, before drinks, tax and tip.

Who is the chef?

Masayoshi Baba, who spent about a decade at Tojo's.

Is there an à la carte menu?

No, it is omakase only.

Should I sit at the bar?

Yes, for the best view of the chef; tables get the same courses.

How far ahead should I book?

Several weeks ahead.

Is it good for a special occasion?

Yes, it is one of Vancouver's top celebration meals.