Riz Sushi & Catering just launched a few new items for the Spring of 2019 with more hot items offered on the menu. They used to only sell sushi and poke bowls, but now they have expanded their menu with hot dishes made with quality ingredients. If you’re in a rush, they still have their quick takeout sushi and Asomi Mochi.
We were invited to have a taste of their new menu items.
Interior
There are a few picnic tables inside for larger groups and some seats at the side of the restaurant. It’s not big but it does accommodate those eating in or taking out.
Menu
Chicken Karaage
This comes with 5 pieces and it’s nicely fried and presented in the bowl. The chicken is very moist and tender on the inside. It paired nicely with the sauce and the greens too.
Chicken Udon
This was very surprising to see as it looks pretty darn good and not what we were expecting. With the addition of the greens and use of lean shredded chicken, it is a healthy twist on the dish without compromising taste. Works very well together.
Kimchi Beef Yakisoba
If you love a little kick in your yakisoba, the kimchi beef yakisoba might be for you. The flavour combination works very well together and of course it has to be topped with a sunny side up egg.
Shiso Skirt Steak Salad
The skirt steak has been sous vide for several hours and then seared to perfection, thus giving it a taste and tender texture. On top of the salad are also some noodles.
Pork Belly Chashu Don
There is a good amount of veggie like the pickled mushrooms, beansprout and cabbage that go into this pork belly chashu don. The egg in the centre is soft, yolky and pairs nicely with the chashu. A very well balanced bowl and it’s not too heavy.
Creamy Seafood Uni Udon Pasta
Our favourite dish of the tasting was the creamy seafood uni udon pasta. Very rich and creamy sauce the covers each strand of udon noodle. You can add 3 pieces of Uni for $4, which is a pretty good price.
Final Thoughts
The dishes were well balanced and we really like how they added in more green and pickled veggies too. Sometimes classic Japanese dishes can be a bit rich and heavy, so Riz was able to create dishes that really fit with the taste buds of the West Coast.
Address:
2887 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC
Website:
https://www.rizsushi.com/