New Japanese Aburi Specialty Restaurant Spotted Opening In Richmond

Richmondโ€™s food scene is constantly changing, with new spots popping up and old favourites sadly saying goodbye.

And weโ€™ve got another change to share.

Last month, we reported on the closure of independent bubble tea shop Pause nโ€™ Sip after 2 years of operation.

Given its prime location right beside Aberdeen Canada Line Station, we figured it wouldnโ€™t stay empty for longโ€”and we half-expected another bubble tea shop to take over.

But surprise! Itโ€™s not bubble tea at all.

Thanks to our Noms Mag community member (Hannah W), we now know that a brand-new Japanese spot called Zenbu Aburi is moving in.

Photo credits: Hannah W

Fresh sign decals were just spotted on the exterior windows of the former Richmond Pause nโ€™ Sip unit.

(Note: the “Beverage & Happiness” was left from Pause N’ Sip)

While Zenbu Aburi doesnโ€™t seem to have an online presence yet, the name makes their focus pretty clear.

โ€œZenbuโ€ (ใœใ‚“ใถ) means โ€œeverythingโ€ or โ€œallโ€ in Japanese, which means the menu is likely dedicated to everything about aburi-style (flame seared) dishes.

Perhaps aburi donburi, aburi nigiri and rolls, or other flame-seared specialties?

And since the space is set up for dine-in, this could be an exciting new Japanese eatery for Richmond locals looking for a bite near the station.

Thereโ€™s no official opening date yet, but weโ€™ll be keeping a close eye on this oneโ€”because who doesnโ€™t love a good aburi sushi fix?

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Address: 4000 Number 3 Rd unit 135, Richmond, BC V6X 0C7