Tuna tataki is lightly seared tuna served rare. And it’s delicious.

Topped with varying kinds of seasonings and dressings, you’ll taste everything from ginger to garlic, radish vinaigrette to tangy citrus flavours.

Here are five places to find tuna tataki in Metro Vancouver.

Sushi K Kamizato (2850 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam)

Thinly sliced seared tuna topped with radish vinaigrette with a hint of ponzu (a citrus-based sauce used in Japanese cuisine). It'll be worth the trek to this hidden gem in the suburbs.

Basho Café (2007 East Hastings Street)

A tuna tataki rice bowl seasoned with ginger, black sesame seeds, and more. The café is only open Monday to Friday from 9 to 4 p.m., so be sure to pick up this popular item before it sells out.

Tojo's Restaurant (1133 West Broadway)

Marinated local wild albacore tuna that’s lightly seared and dressed in ponzu sauce. You definitely can't go wrong with this dish at this legendary Japanese restaurant in Vancouver.

GUU With Garlic (1698 Robson Street)

Seared tuna sashimi served with ponzu sauce that will delight your taste buds. Pair it with a round of sake or two.

Kingyo Izakaya (871 Denman Street)

Marinated tuna tataki made with a special mustard sauce and topped with ponzu jelly. A great starter to kick off all the other menu items you'll end up ordering at this busy eatery.