Mars Japanese Bistro
33655 Essendene Ave # 17
Abbotsford, British Columbia V2S 2G5
Canada
Phone: 604-852-4356
Abbotsford, British Columbia V2S 2G5
Canada
Phone: 604-852-4356
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Location & Nearby Info
Youngs Family Restaurant0.00 mi
Subway0.02 mi
Presto Cucina0.04 mi
Mario's Italian Restaurant0.06 mi
Dainty Dish0.06 mi
Mahal Indian Restaurant0.06 mi
Park Inn0.07 mi
Park Inn Hotel0.07 mi
Sanantone Hotel Ltd0.07 mi
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Mars Japanese Bistro Description:
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Reviews of Mars Japanese Bistro
best sushi in fraser valley by sainato
2010-08-04 11:37:25.0
2010-08-04 11:37:25.0
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BEST PLACE EVER, GREAT PRICES, GREAT FOOD. YOU GET YOUR MONEY WORTH OF FOOD. MARS HIMSELF IS SO NICE AND FRIENDLY. I HOPE HE OPENS IN A NEW LOCATION. THE NEW NOODLE PLACE THAT OPENED IN ITS PLACE LOOKS REALLY BAD.
I am very sad, mars has dissappeared!
BEST PLACE EVER, GREAT PRICES, GREAT FOOD. YOU GET YOUR MONEY WORTH OF FOOD. MARS HIMSELF IS SO NICE AND FRIENDLY. I HOPE HE OPENS IN A NEW LOCATION. THE NEW NOODLE PLACE THAT OPENED IN ITS PLACE LOOKS REALLY BAD.
I am very sad, mars has dissappeared!
MOMMY, IT'S OOOVER by barb
2010-08-03 12:13:42.0
2010-08-03 12:13:42.0
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Mar's is closed?!?!? I'm CHOKED. This was, in my opinion, the best Japanese food in Abbotsford. I ate there at least once a week and now I have to find a new place to go for sushi! I tried Little Japan a few weeks ago after hearing many people say that it was the best, but I didn't think it was all that great. It was good, just not the best. So I had to go back to Mar's. I'll admit it was a little pricy for the size of the portions, but it was sooo worth it! There's a new Vietnamese restaurant there now, it's actually not bad. They have sushi there too, it was descent. A bit cheaper than Mar's but not nearly as good.
Mar's is closed?!?!? I'm CHOKED. This was, in my opinion, the best Japanese food in Abbotsford. I ate there at least once a week and now I have to find a new place to go for sushi! I tried Little Japan a few weeks ago after hearing many people say that it was the best, but I didn't think it was all that great. It was good, just not the best. So I had to go back to Mar's. I'll admit it was a little pricy for the size of the portions, but it was sooo worth it! There's a new Vietnamese restaurant there now, it's actually not bad. They have sushi there too, it was descent. A bit cheaper than Mar's but not nearly as good.
Small portions but great quality by carina
2010-07-04 08:00:46.0
2010-07-04 08:00:46.0
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The food here is ALWAYS fresh. Very, very good sushi and a nice atmosphere. The service is usually pretty good, but sometimes a little off if it's really busy at lunch.
The food here is ALWAYS fresh. Very, very good sushi and a nice atmosphere. The service is usually pretty good, but sometimes a little off if it's really busy at lunch.
Undiscovered Gem by dusing
2010-03-05 08:17:53.0
2010-03-05 08:17:53.0
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If you like Sushi and Japanese food it doesn't get any better than this in Abbotsford. Highly recommended!
If you like Sushi and Japanese food it doesn't get any better than this in Abbotsford. Highly recommended!
Nice Restaurant by lori
2009-12-08 09:36:13.0
2009-12-08 09:36:13.0
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Very nice little restaurant. I had one of the lunch combos it came to $10 for good size meal. I will be going back.
Very nice little restaurant. I had one of the lunch combos it came to $10 for good size meal. I will be going back.
Great food by esselink, darby
2009-11-19 12:28:04.0
2009-11-19 12:28:04.0
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I went to Mars and it definitely lived up to my expectations. I give it a couple months before this becomes a very popular restuarant in Abbotsford.
I went to Mars and it definitely lived up to my expectations. I give it a couple months before this becomes a very popular restuarant in Abbotsford.
Best sushi in town by lighter, bobbi
2009-10-16 08:53:15.0
2009-10-16 08:53:15.0
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Great tasting food! He is always coming up with new things to try. Not the best atmosphere but the food makes up for it 10 fold. My husband go there all the time and its a great place if you like sushi and want a meal for 2 under $40
Great tasting food! He is always coming up with new things to try. Not the best atmosphere but the food makes up for it 10 fold. My husband go there all the time and its a great place if you like sushi and want a meal for 2 under $40
Pleasant Suprise by deeanna
2009-09-30 03:52:22.0
2009-09-30 03:52:22.0
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Being from Vancouver I didn't expect much from Mars Bistro, as I have eaten at several other sushi places in Abbotsford. But I have to say that it was a nice experience. Everything that I had was extremely fresh, the price was reasonable, and it had nice enough atmostphere. I would certainly recommend Mars to a friend.
Being from Vancouver I didn't expect much from Mars Bistro, as I have eaten at several other sushi places in Abbotsford. But I have to say that it was a nice experience. Everything that I had was extremely fresh, the price was reasonable, and it had nice enough atmostphere. I would certainly recommend Mars to a friend.
Just ok and too expensive by adelaide
2009-08-30 12:03:30.0
2009-08-30 12:03:30.0
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I had high hopes for this place but unfortunately I was disappointed. The food was ok - some things were great and some were big missed. The price is unreasonable for what you get. Stick with the salmon and tuna sashimi - it's fresh. Stay away from the tuna gomaae (rip off!) and most of their rolls. They're just not good enough.
I had high hopes for this place but unfortunately I was disappointed. The food was ok - some things were great and some were big missed. The price is unreasonable for what you get. Stick with the salmon and tuna sashimi - it's fresh. Stay away from the tuna gomaae (rip off!) and most of their rolls. They're just not good enough.
Best Sushi I've had! by verna
2009-08-11 01:43:22.0
2009-08-11 01:43:22.0
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Mars has the freshest, most delicious sushi! After eating at Mars several times I can't even stomach some of the sushi places I used to go to in Abbotsford.
Mars has the freshest, most delicious sushi! After eating at Mars several times I can't even stomach some of the sushi places I used to go to in Abbotsford.
Awesome! by jimmy
2009-06-23 07:50:40.0
2009-06-23 07:50:40.0
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Mars is my regular sushi place!
Owner/Chef is a friendly guy. Sushi always taste fresh, other food is just as great, nice presentation. Price is right for the quality of the food!
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Mars is my regular sushi place!
Owner/Chef is a friendly guy. Sushi always taste fresh, other food is just as great, nice presentation. Price is right for the quality of the food!
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Pretty good. by gantner
2009-04-07 06:40:45.0
2009-04-07 06:40:45.0
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I was quite impressed with Mars Bistro. This is about as good as it gets for Japanese cuisine in the Abbotsford area. Excellent sashimi. Also, maybe the best chicken katsu I've ever had.
I was quite impressed with Mars Bistro. This is about as good as it gets for Japanese cuisine in the Abbotsford area. Excellent sashimi. Also, maybe the best chicken katsu I've ever had.
Good but not the best by MAKAVELIGURL
2009-02-05 01:38:41.0
2009-02-05 01:38:41.0
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Went today after all the comments and was a little dissapointed. The portions are really tiny,however they are beautifully presented. The sushi is pretty good. Overall good experience but I still prefer sushite in Mission!
Went today after all the comments and was a little dissapointed. The portions are really tiny,however they are beautifully presented. The sushi is pretty good. Overall good experience but I still prefer sushite in Mission!
Very Good by cousey
2008-12-01 11:41:13.0
2008-12-01 11:41:13.0
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This is the freshest sushi i have ever had. It was also empty when i was there. I think people are scared away by the ugly exterior.
This is the freshest sushi i have ever had. It was also empty when i was there. I think people are scared away by the ugly exterior.
Best by Far by massari, madalyn
2008-11-15 03:57:15.0
2008-11-15 03:57:15.0
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I have eaten at just about every Japanese restaurant in Abbotsford. Mars surpasses all of them. The menu is extensive, the atmosphere is quaint and big band era music plays in the background. Mars will make to order and goes out of his way to ensure you have a great experience.
I have eaten at just about every Japanese restaurant in Abbotsford. Mars surpasses all of them. The menu is extensive, the atmosphere is quaint and big band era music plays in the background. Mars will make to order and goes out of his way to ensure you have a great experience.
Quality Not Quantity by allex, violette
2008-11-10 12:15:05.0
2008-11-10 12:15:05.0
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I used to be a big fan of Sushi Te in Mission, but now when I'm craving Sushi I usually go to Mars. I really like this restuarant. But sometimes, depending on what you order, you don't get a very large quantity. But in my opinion the taste of the food is much more important than the amount.
I used to be a big fan of Sushi Te in Mission, but now when I'm craving Sushi I usually go to Mars. I really like this restuarant. But sometimes, depending on what you order, you don't get a very large quantity. But in my opinion the taste of the food is much more important than the amount.
Superb Dining by cristi
2008-11-05 10:58:06.0
2008-11-05 10:58:06.0
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Mars Japanese Bistro boasts a quality that is way out of Abbotsford's league. Unfortunately, everyone is yet to realise it, as the tables of this chic restuarant often sit empty. Offering authentic Japanese cuisine, Mars is on par with that of the higher end oriental restuarants of downtown Vancouver. The sushi is extremely fresh and is presented at a price that is more than reasonable. Hopefully, for their own sake, the sushi lovers of Abbotsford discover Mars before it is too late.
Mars Japanese Bistro boasts a quality that is way out of Abbotsford's league. Unfortunately, everyone is yet to realise it, as the tables of this chic restuarant often sit empty. Offering authentic Japanese cuisine, Mars is on par with that of the higher end oriental restuarants of downtown Vancouver. The sushi is extremely fresh and is presented at a price that is more than reasonable. Hopefully, for their own sake, the sushi lovers of Abbotsford discover Mars before it is too late.
Sushi is Delicious by celina
2008-11-04 07:10:49.0
2008-11-04 07:10:49.0
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I never ate sushi before and my friends took me here. I've been going back for take-out ever since. I don't know if all sushi is this good because I have never had any other sushi, so I have nothing to compare it to. But I do know the sushi at this place is really good. I can't believe I went so many years without ever trying sushi.
I never ate sushi before and my friends took me here. I've been going back for take-out ever since. I don't know if all sushi is this good because I have never had any other sushi, so I have nothing to compare it to. But I do know the sushi at this place is really good. I can't believe I went so many years without ever trying sushi.
WOW!!! by pawlowicz, ai
2008-10-28 05:11:08.0
2008-10-28 05:11:08.0
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After browsing a few review sites on the internet i had very high expectations for Mars. After having eaten there a couple times now, i know that it is not all hype! This place has unreal food! If you like Sushi and have never been to Mars then you're crazy!!! You are doing yourself a disservice by not eating there! As you can see i highly recommend this place. If you end up taking my word for it...
You're welcome.
After browsing a few review sites on the internet i had very high expectations for Mars. After having eaten there a couple times now, i know that it is not all hype! This place has unreal food! If you like Sushi and have never been to Mars then you're crazy!!! You are doing yourself a disservice by not eating there! As you can see i highly recommend this place. If you end up taking my word for it...
You're welcome.
Mars is 'out of this world'! by shirly
2008-10-17 07:55:20.0
2008-10-17 07:55:20.0
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Mars Japanese Bistro is one of the best Japanese Restaurants I have ever been to. I have eaten there four times and not once have I been disappointed. I highly recommend this place to anyone who enjoys oriental food. It's only a matter of time before Mars becomes a hot spot in Abbotsford.
Mars Japanese Bistro is one of the best Japanese Restaurants I have ever been to. I have eaten there four times and not once have I been disappointed. I highly recommend this place to anyone who enjoys oriental food. It's only a matter of time before Mars becomes a hot spot in Abbotsford.
4 out of 5 stars by ellis
2008-09-19 01:48:58.0
2008-09-19 01:48:58.0
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Average restaurant quality.
Above average food quality.
Very good traditional Japanese food.
I give it a 4/5.
Average restaurant quality.
Above average food quality.
Very good traditional Japanese food.
I give it a 4/5.
Best Sushi in Abbotsford by brinda
2008-09-15 03:41:11.0
2008-09-15 03:41:11.0
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Mars Japanese Bistro has the best sushi in Abbotsford, hands down. For a while I thought the prices were a little on the expensive side, but then recently I went to two different Sushi places that were lesser quality and had really cheap atmospheres.. and both places charged more than Mars. The atmosphere is also nice at Mars. The store front and the street may be a little deceiving, but really, Mars has a nice classy, relaxed feel on the inside. If you enjoy Japanese food I recommend that you see for your self that this place has amazing food.
Mars Japanese Bistro has the best sushi in Abbotsford, hands down. For a while I thought the prices were a little on the expensive side, but then recently I went to two different Sushi places that were lesser quality and had really cheap atmospheres.. and both places charged more than Mars. The atmosphere is also nice at Mars. The store front and the street may be a little deceiving, but really, Mars has a nice classy, relaxed feel on the inside. If you enjoy Japanese food I recommend that you see for your self that this place has amazing food.
Great Japanese Food by grimmett
2008-07-29 07:46:50.0
2008-07-29 07:46:50.0
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Best Sushi in Abbotsford.
Not the largest quantities but the quality of the food makes it well worth it, and this is coming from a guy who likes large portions. Salmon Tempura Roll!!!
Best Sushi in Abbotsford.
Not the largest quantities but the quality of the food makes it well worth it, and this is coming from a guy who likes large portions. Salmon Tempura Roll!!!
Good Quality by tonschock, torri
2008-04-22 09:26:40.0
2008-04-22 09:26:40.0
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I'm not sure how to write this, so I'll leave it to whomever reviews it. Here's what I know about the restaurant:
Mars is the owner and sushi chef. He was trained and worked in Japan for over a decade before coming to Canada.
It is a small restaurant, with about thirty seats. Mars is the only sushi chef, and there is one cook.
The price of food at Mars is higher than other Japanese restaurants in Abbotsford, but the difference isn't very large. The difference quality in makes it very popular among sushi connoisseurs.
Prices are like:
Normal roll (California, Negi-toro): $1.25 - $1.75
Special roll (Mar's roll, Alaska roll, quite large): $3.00 - $6.00
Sashimi: $2.00 - $7.00 per piece.
I'm not sure how to write this, so I'll leave it to whomever reviews it. Here's what I know about the restaurant:
Mars is the owner and sushi chef. He was trained and worked in Japan for over a decade before coming to Canada.
It is a small restaurant, with about thirty seats. Mars is the only sushi chef, and there is one cook.
The price of food at Mars is higher than other Japanese restaurants in Abbotsford, but the difference isn't very large. The difference quality in makes it very popular among sushi connoisseurs.
Prices are like:
Normal roll (California, Negi-toro): $1.25 - $1.75
Special roll (Mar's roll, Alaska roll, quite large): $3.00 - $6.00
Sashimi: $2.00 - $7.00 per piece.