I've eaten at the Robson St YVR location about 3-4 times and was blown away by the food. I was in disbelief that they were opening one here in YYC.
Tonight I treated myself after work, and found a seat at the bar. Same great whole staff welcome and goodbye, similar dark and trendy modern decor, and the same lively sound system as the Robson St. location.
The service was attentive, friendly, warm, and the food ....on point and consistent to the Robson St. original. You have to try the Karaage- I dream about it often! Reso's are taken FYI. This is a great night time eatery with a modern but casual vibe. Although the menu is smaller than YVR locations, that will change, as will any supposed service inconsistencies(which were not apparent on my visit) -it's a newly opened restaurant, so cut them some slack folks and just enjoy the visual and flavor sensations this "Incomparable" Izakaya is known for. I can't wait to go back!