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Guu Original Thurlow
Guu Original Thurlow is one of the best japanese restaurants in Vancouver for dinner, especially if you want a strong option in Vancouver.
Guu Original Thurlow is a japanese restaurant in Vancouver that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
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Rating (Google) 9.0
2,260 reviews
Vancouver
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9.0
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Based on 2260 reviews
Best used for
dinner and small plates
Price and pace
moderate
Neighborhood
Vancouver · 838 Thurlow St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1W2, Canada
Price
moderate
Google rating
9.0 from 2,260 reviews
Phone
(604) 685-8817
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What makes Guu Original Thurlow worth the move
Guu Original Thurlow is a strong japanese option in Vancouver when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 2,260 Google reviews.
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Public rating
9.0 from 2,260 Google reviews
Best used for
dinner and small plates
Style
Japanese in Vancouver
Spend
moderate
Best for
Know before you go
Google rating: 9.0 from 2,260 reviews
Price point: moderate
Website linked on this page
Phone number available
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9.0 from 2,260 reviews
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For now, Guu Original Thurlow holds a 9.0 rating across 2,260 Google reviews.
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Plan the visit
Quick details
- Address
- 838 Thurlow St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1W2, Canada
- Phone
- (604) 685-8817
- Price
- moderate
- TastyPals score
- Coming soon
- Google rating
- 9.0 (2,260 reviews)
- Cuisine
- Japanese
- Neighborhood
- Vancouver
Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does Guu Original Thurlow serve?
Guu Original Thurlow is a Japanese restaurant located in Vancouver, Vancouver. Guu Original Thurlow is a japanese restaurant in Vancouver that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.
What is Guu Original Thurlow best for?
Guu Original Thurlow is best for small plates, dinner, japanese, izakaya. Guu Original Thurlow is a strong japanese option in Vancouver when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 2,260 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at Guu Original Thurlow?
Guu Original Thurlow is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 9.0 from 2,260 reviews
Is Guu Original Thurlow worth visiting?
Guu Original Thurlow holds a 9.0 Google rating from 2,260 reviews. Guu Original Thurlow is a strong japanese option in Vancouver when you want somewhere that already has a solid public track record. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 2,260 Google reviews.
Where is Guu Original Thurlow located?
Guu Original Thurlow is located at 838 Thurlow St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1W2, Canada. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Does Guu Original Thurlow take reservations?
Yes, Guu Original Thurlow accepts reservations. You can book a table online through their reservations page.
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