Minami — World Cup 2026 Vancouver Travel Guide

⚽ Local Tips for World Cup 2026

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About Minami

Minami is a bar and restaurant in Vancouver, well-placed for visitors visiting BC Place. Rated 4.5/5 across 3877 Google reviews, Stylish eatery specializing in sustainably caught Japanese fish & creative hot entrees.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday	12:00 – 9:30 PM
Tuesday	12:00 – 9:30 PM
Wednesday	12:00 – 9:30 PM
Thursday	12:00 – 9:30 PM
Friday	12:00 – 9:30 PM
Saturday	12:00 – 9:30 PM
Sunday	12:00 – 9:30 PM

Hours may vary on match days · Always verify before visiting at http://minamirestaurant.com/

🚇 Getting There

Address: 1118 Mainland St, Vancouver BC

~10 min walk from BC Place · Main St–Science World SkyTrain

💬 What Visitors Say

★★★☆☆

"The food is good but average. We are in love chicken but espresso martini was sooooo goooddd! The best in town I guess. Sushis are normal sushi, there is nothing special taste actually. I didn’t like "

— Birce Koc · Google Reviews

★★★★★

"Great dinner overall. A few items we originally wanted weren’t available, but the staff handled it really well and suggested great alternatives instead, which actually ended up being a pleasant surpri"

— Ksenia Obolenskaya · Google Reviews

★★★★★

"Had a delicious dinner here with friends, our service was fantastic, we tried many dishes including the ice cream. Will definitely come back again!"

— Majestic Soul Lifestyle · Google Reviews

Reviews from Google Maps · Rating 4.5/5 from 3877 reviews

Minami opens in time for afternoon kick-offs, which matters during the World Cup when Vancouver matches at BC Place typically start mid-afternoon Pacific time. If you're planning to watch or eat before a game, you won't need to rush.

Yaletown is upmarket and polished — converted warehouses, patio dining, and a clientele that skews professional. It's a 10–15 minute walk from BC Place or a quick hop on the Canada Line to Yaletown–Roundhouse station.

With a Google rating of 4.5/5 based on 3877 reviews, Minami is one of the better-reviewed spots in its neighbourhood — a strong signal that the food and service consistently deliver.

Recent visitors note: "The food is good but average. We are in love chicken but espresso martini was sooooo goooddd! The best in town I guess...." — one of several similar comments in the venue's recent reviews.

For practical planning: confirm current hours with Minami directly before your visit, particularly around World Cup match days — venues across Vancouver regularly adjust their schedules during the tournament. The address is 1118 Mainland St, Vancouver BC.