About us
“Guu is Guuu’d!”
-For your daily re-charging spot-ー今日も一日お疲れさま。でもこれからが本番です!ー
Guu is known as the first Izakaya (Japanese tapas) establishment in Vancouver, offering the most authentic real izakaya experience to Vancouver locals. This is as close you’ll get to the real deal….unless you fly to Japan! Using fresh local ingredients with Japanese traditional cooking techniques and our energetic passion, You will find real “umami” in our carefully created delicious dishes and feel “Guuu’d”!
What’s New

A message from Guu Thurlow to their Neighbours
To Our Neighbors Thank you very much for your continued understanding and support. Recently, we have received an increasing number of noise complaints from residents of the apartment buil...

Iwate Wagyu Fair at Guu Izakaya in Vancouver
This August, Guu Izakaya is bringing a special taste of Iwate, Japan, to Vancouver. From August 1–15, 2026, join us for the Iwate Wagyu Fair, featuring a limited-time menu showcasing prem...

Let’s Guuuu! World Cup 2026 at Guu Vancouver
The world’s biggest soccer event is finally here — and Guu Vancouver is ready to celebrate. From June 11th to July 14th, join us for the World Cup excitement with cold beer, sake, Japanes...
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