The GOODS from Hapa Izakaya

Vancouver, BC | Marking its 10th anniversary, Hapa West End has unveiled a new Oyster Bar, offering fresh, local, Ocean Wise oysters. Founded by Justin and Lea Ault in 2003, Hapa has evolved the Japanese Pub concept from small drinking houses with plates of munchies to sophisticated lounges with sparkling cocktails, extensive sake offerings and Japanese dishes ranging from simple to complex, with an emphasis on local seasonal ingredients and modern sustainability goals.

Many of the beloved oysters currently harvested off the Pacific coast were imported from Japan in the early 1900s. As the Pacific oyster has evolved locally, so has the Izakaya, revolutionized in the early 2000s; both are successful Japanese-North American hybrids. “Combining history and tradition with innovation is something our chefs pride themselves on, so expanding the menu to include these beautiful 3rd generation oysters, paired with modern Japanese flavours, just felt right,” says Justin Ault.

The West End oyster menu includes favourites such as Royal Miyagis (Northern Gulf Islands) and Kusshis (Baynes Sound). In addition to fresh, shucked oysters, guests can enjoy savoury, cooked oysters, like Kaki Mentai (baked with bonito soy sauce and spicy cod roe sauce), Motoyaki (baked with miso mayo sauce and shoestring potatoes), and Kaki Fry (6 pieces pan-fried in panko breading and served with Japanese tartar sauce). Oyster lovers will also be happy to note that during “Hapa Hour” (everyday from 5:30pm to 6:30pm) Hapa West End will feature oysters for 1.49, along with half-price tapas. Join Hapa West End daily at 1479 Robson Street from 5:30pm till late.

Details

Downtown: 1479 Robson St, Vancouver B.C. Tel: 604-689-4272
Kitsilano: 1516 Yew St, Vancouver B.C. Tel: 604-738-4272
Yaletown: 1193 Hamilton St, Vancouver B.C. Tel: 604-681-4272
Email: [email protected] | Web: www.hapaizakaya.com
Twitter: @hapaizakaya | Facebook: Hapa Izakaya

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Awards & Accolades

APRIL 2013 VANCOUVER MAGAZINE | Restaurant Awards | Silver, Best Casual Chain

MARCH 2013 THE GEORGIA STRAIGHT | Golden Plates – Industry’s Choice | Best Japanese (GOLD)

MARCH 2013 THE GEORGIA STRAIGHT | Golden Plates – Reader’s Choice | Best Izakaya (GOLD)

FEBRUARY 2013 WESTENDER | Best of the City Dining, Readers’ Choice | Bronze, Best Japanese

NOVEMBER 2012 WESTENDER | Best of the City Dining, Readers’ Choice | Silver, Best Japanese

APRIL 2012 VANCOUVER MAGAZINE | Restaurant Awards | Silver, Best Casual Chain

MARCH 2012 THE GEORGIA STRAIGHT | Golden Plates – Reader’s Choice | Best Izakaya (GOLD)

MARCH 2012 THE GEORGIA STRAIGHT | Golden Plates – Industry’s Choice | Silver, Best Japanese

MARCH 2012 THE GEORGIA STRAIGHT | Golden Plates – Reader’s Choice | Bronze, Best Japanese

FEBRUARY 2012 WESTSIDE BUSINESS AWARDS OF DISTINCTION | Best Restaurant

AUGUST 2011 BON APPETIT MAGAZINE | Top 5 Izakaya’s in North America

MARCH 2011 THE GEORGIA STRAIGHT | Golden Plates – Reader’s Choice | Best Izakaya (GOLD)

FEBRUARY 2011 TOURISM VANCOUVER | Best $28 Dine Out Vancouver Menu | Best Japanese

FEBRUARY 2011 WESTENDER | Best of the City , Readers’ Choice | Bronze, Best Japanese

APRIL 2010 THE GEORGIA STRAIGHT | Golden Plates – Reader’s Choice | Silver, Best Japanese

MARCH 2010 WESTENDER | Best of the City, Readers’ Choice | Bronze, Best Japanese

OCTOBER 2009 WESTENDER | On The Plate – 50 Favourite Things to Eat & Drink in Vancouver

FEBRUARY 2009 WESTENDER | Best of the City, Readers’ Choice | Gold, Best Japanese

MAY 2007 VANCOUVER MAGAZINE | Restaurant Awards | Bronze, Best Casual Japanese

APRIL 2006 VANCOUVER MAGAZINE | Restaurant Awards | Gold, Best Casual Japanese

MARCH 2006 THE GEORGIA STRAIGHT | Golden Plates, Readers’ Choice, Best Japanese (4th)

FEBRUARY 2006 WESTENDER | Best of the City, Readers’ Choice | Silver, Best Japanese

APRIL 2005 VANCOUVER MAGAZINE | Restaurant Awards | Gold, Best Casual Japanese

APRIL 2005 VANCOUVER SUN | Best Izakaya

JANUARY 2005 NATIONAL POST | #2 of Five Best Canadian Destinations for Small-Plates Dining

APRIL 2004 VANCOUVER MAGAZINE | Restaurant Awards | Editors’ Choice Award | Bronze, Best Japanese | Premier Crew Award (Vancouver’s Best Service) – Kana Yanagawa

APRIL 2004 VANCOUVER SUN | Best Robson Street, Budget | Best Contemporary Japanese | Best New Hip

NOVEMBER 2003 ENROUTE MAGAZINE | Listed among Best New Restaurants in Canada