This was my very first time going in Michael Sushi, a dine in / take out restaurant on Hochelaga about 2 years ago. There is limited seating spaces, possibly for 2 parties of 4, plus 4 at the countertop. There is also free street parking.
For me, what defines a good sushi restaurant is their commitment to freshness and seasonality.
I like that this restaurant stays with the traditional sushi offering as this allows for a more authentic experience, often regarded as the pinnacle of sushi dining.
I also like that this restaurant focuses on the core of sushi and sashimi, without diluting into other dining menu too far from the core business.
The fish has a clean, delicate oceanic aroma with firm and smooth textures. The salmon has a rich orange vibrant colour which melts on the palate without any unpleasant aftertaste.
Sashimi slices were all uniform, and sushi held its shape when picked up.
The portion size is reasonable and each bite unleashes the layers of flavor and texture that unfold.
The restaurant appears to be clean and well maintained with the chef and assistant taking pride and care to delicately prepare and assemble the pieces. One very critical piece for me is the handling of the food with gloves, that I deeply appreciate.
Our request for some extra Wasabi and ginger was met and graciously served and plentiful, I can say.
I will come back again. read more