It's a restaurant and the food is phenomenal, so I said "yes" to recommending it, but this place has serious problems. Feels more like a Las Vegas hotel restaurant than what I'm used to in Montclair. They brought the apps at the exact same tine as the entrees & sides. They are clearly not doing very well. Owners need to be present! read more

Brunch at MM Morimoto?! Sign us up. I was shocked to find this place empty on a Saturday prime brunch time. The restaurant is stunning. The food was so great! Everything we had was delicious and we ordered A LOT. Sticky ribs are a must. The wagyu roll is fun - the presentation is great with fire. Fantastic service, amazing food, great vibes. A bit on the price side and not exactly kid-friendly but we had a blast. read more

One of the most disappointing meals of my life. Started off with Pork gyoza which was the highlight of the evening. Oysters were next and were completely underwhelming. No vinaigrette only cocktail sauce which was meh and a funky horseradish which was a very odd texture. 6 oysters wife and I only at 5 as they weren't very good with a mushy texture. Sushi platter 8 pieces of nigiri and a spicy hot tuna roll which had no spice and strangley sliced tuna which was surprisingly tough as if it was just thawed. Only ate half the roll and 5 pieces of nigiri. Inconsistent slices, and flavorless. The worst sushi I have ever had. Wife had the black cod which was decent but too sweet for her taste. Properly cooked. Service was on point and professional. Restaurant is large with rectangular bar seating for close to 40. Bar was empty on Monday night. Restaurant was around 25% full. Cool estetic. Threw everything up as soon as I got home. I would eat gas station sushi before this place. Prices are ridiculous. $18 for Apple pie? What a disappointment. Worst meal in a long time. read more

Eh. Best part of the restaurant is the decor. Very modern and hip. As someone mentioned looks like this in lace belongs in Vegas. Food was the problem. Most of the appetizers were overly sauced and too sweet. Maybe Morimoto is catering to western tastes that prefers stronger sweeter flavors but in general you couldn't really taste the freshness of the fish or the richness of the wagyu. Steaks were just okay. Nothing to write home about. Got the Tomahawk, Porterhouse, and prime rib. It was just okay. No huge complaints nor compliments. Just average. Desserts were another major disappointment. We ordered every item. You know it's not great when everyone's favorite dessert was the vanilla ice cream which was clearly just store bought vanilla ice cream . Service was inconsistent. They were too concerned about clearing the table to the point they kept coming and trying to clear the table while we were eating. Then they would continue to bother us trying to take our dishes away. Relax! It wasn't like the restaurant was so full they had to clear our table for the next diners. Anyway a very disappointing experience overall. read more

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Everything about our first dating experience here was amazing. This review was from last September so apologies for the delay. Wish I had taken more photos. I am still processing how beautiful everything was there did appear to be more service people training, but that was fine. They were all eager to help and describe anything about the dishes, as well as ensure that we were having a wonderful time. We ordered some of the beautiful steak which was prepared amazingly and they had a few different sauces of which we actually enjoyed their Morimoto steak sauce. We ordered Wagyu beef, beef tartar, Toro tar and assorted maki rolls. The cocktails were delicious as were more Moto's signature bottle sparkling wine. We haven't had time to return, but very much look forward to trying their brunch, which I believe started in the spring of this year. And the Omakase for another special occasion. read more

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What a fun birthday dinner! There is a parking lot directly across so parking was easy! The restaurant is very cute with dim lightening. The dining room is very large and there is bar right in front of you need to wait for your party! Really enjoyed the cute drinks. Food was really good and overall service was fast. They also had a cutest birthday dessert at the end. We also ended up getting the tiramisu and it was huge! It was more creamy than a usual tiramisu! I wish we could have finished it but it was such a large portion! Take it to go! read more

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Finally was able to get around to trying Chef Morimoto's New Jersey venture. On arrival, We did have a reservation and we were seated immediately upon arrival. The Space: gorgeous space inside. Very modern looking, clean and inviting space. Service: excellent service, from the front of house, to our server, to all the other staff, everyone was attentive and knew the dishes inside and out. Drinks: I had the Tokyo smoke, which was a solid Smokey whiskey sour, was very delicious. My wife had the sake verra matcha, which she also loved it was like a refreshing take on an espresso martini with matcha instead. Would definitely recommend. Food: Toro tartare - small starter, excellent taste, the dashi it was sitting in was very delicious, really enjoyed the crunch with the caviar. Overall solid dish Surf and turf roll: really delicious roll, they blowtorch the roll in front of you. Has so much flavor and the meat just melts in your mouth. Main dish: my wife and I opted for the special Which was a marinated coulotte cut of beef, cooked to perfection, was the perfect mix of sweet and savory, the pickled ginger and wasabi added such a great element to the dish. Sides: if my mother made broccoli like this, I probably would not have been so picky growing up, would absolutely recommend. And I cannot say enough about the 100 layer potato gratin, must try. Dessert: we tried the tiramisu, unfortunately I think this is skippable. Not enough coffee flavor, just have had better. Overall great experience, it is definitely on the expensive side, the food and service were great, cannot say that I would do the tiramisu again though. Otherwise, would recommend for a special event or special dinner for sure! read more

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Space is pretty expansive with private rooms, bar, booth and table seating. The booths along the back wall are against a large screen which could be a bit of sensory overload for those facing it. Other than that everything was really comfortable and music and overall ambience was enjoyable and allowed for conversation. Staff was helpful and friendly while also not making us feel rushed to order. We had a round of drinks 2 apps and entrees. Their take on the Negroni was really refreshing, strong but not in a way that overpowered the drink. Tuna pizza (5/5) I really enjoyed the thin wafer they used and topped with ample tuna and fresh garnish and jalapeños for a nice kick Soft shell crab roll (4/5) it was yummy morning spectacular in terms of value/price but executed well Black cod (5/5) really outstanding, flaking off at the touch of the fork, great caramelization and seasoning without being too much tender deliciousness! MORE PLEASE! Parking is a valet, a paid lot across the street or street parking. I would probably reserve this spot for a special occasion vs just a regular night out but appreciated feeling like we were somewhere else for a bit. They did a nice job of making it feel like you stepped into a new and sophisticated space without being pretentious. read more

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Valet parking, street parking or there's garage parking across the street. The spot is a vibe, from the ceiling lights to the TV screen illustrations-- it set the mood. I came here with four other girlfriends, we reserved three weeks ago. I started with the Sake Verra Matcha cocktail, I loved tasting the sake and get the after taste of matcha. We started with the Wagyu wontons, sticky ribs and the tuna pizza. I must say the Wagyu was a little salty for me and I usually love Wagyu. The sticky ribs were so flavorful and tender -- they were my favorite starter. The tuna pizza was light and tasted so fresh and refreshing. We then ordered two MM rolls and each chose our own roll to do family style with. Everything tasted delicious and fresh. The prawn head from the MM rolls were crispy but the prawn's maxillipeds were a little spiky (be careful if you eat, I cut my lip a little) I did enjoy every roll -- we ordered the yellowtail, eel avocado , salmon avocado, negitoro, and the tuna avocado. Enjoyed all of them! The best but also not so best part was dessert. I absolutely love the tiramisu. The tiramisu tasted like it was soaked in a brandy and or amaretto liquor. I didn't taste the espresso flavor I usually enjoy but I absolutely think this is the best tiramisu I have ever tasted! It was so light but it was hitting the spot. The not so best part of dessert was the apple pie, I was actually looking forward to a mochi style dessert and confused about the apple pie because it was dry. Overall, I loved the experience and the delicious food. The staff seemed friendly, very to themselves though I know it was a busy night. read more

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Here's the deal! Wonderful service & atmosphere! The Japanese steakhouse & sushi menu has a lot of inventive dishes that don't disappoint! This is ideal for a fancy date night or special celebration There is pay valet parking or a garage across from the restaurant read more

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Wow this place is top notch . Came here twice so far. 1st time we had reservations and sat at a table and 2nd time we sat at the bar for drinks . Service was great both times. Cocktails are delicious . My favorite is the Kofi martini . We had the Miso soup ... so fresh and yummy The sticky ribs are a MUST! YUM The corn tempura was pretty good The Surf and Turf roll is $45 but AMAZING We also had the 10oz marinated skirt steak with the truffle cheesy potato as a side which was DELISH Will definitely come back This place has a vibe Parking deck across the street Hopefully I will be able to snag a seating next door at the $300 pp omakase one day Cheers read more

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The space is beautiful! I felt like I was in Vegas and not in Montclair NJ. There is a parking structure right across from the restaurant and it's also located steps away from Bloomfield Ave and the center of montclair. We visited for the start of their brunch menu and everything was absolutely excellent. Great service! And oh the food -- the stand outs were definitely the sushi, particularly anything that had the A5 wagyu. The hot bibimbap like A5 Wagyu was incredible! The lobster roll was a little too heavy on the mayo. If you like onions the miso French onion soup was delicious. But honestly could not go wrong with any of thing in their menu. read more

Here's a more coherent and concise version: **Revised Review:** MM is trendy and feels more suited for cocktails and a light bite than an intimate dinner. The décor and ambiance come off a bit sterile, but the food was great--especially the oysters and salmon appetizers. Service was attentive, and the staff was friendly and helpful, even answering questions about the dessert. read more

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The food here was outstanding! Had sushi which was delicious!! Had oysters which were also very tasty and salty haha. Lauren our server was a delight she was excellent patient and attentive. Good ambiance for a Monday night . read more

MM by Morimoto - Japanese Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

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We enjoy the cool vibe here, as well as a very good cocktail and beer/wine program. The steaks were cooked to perfection as well. Highly recommended! read more

A trendy spot that was bustling even on a weekday night! I would recommend ordering beyond the rolls, as there is even a whole back section of the menu dedicated to Wagyu dishes. There's a good mix of modern, interesting dishes like Tuna Pizza but personally weren't anything outstanding in terms of flavor or presentation. The cocktail menu was fun with lots of creative drinks to try - including low ABV and mocktails. Perhaps because the establishment is fairly new, the waitstaff were young and also new. Expect to order all your food at once - the food portions are generally small so your server may recommend you to order many dishes; we got 8 dishes for 5 people. But the waitstaff is very attentive - they would come by every 15-20 minutes, which is surprising for a very busy, popular spot. read more

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I've been to MM by Morimoto about five or six times now, and every single visit has been stellar. From the moment you walk through the doors, you can feel the thought and precision that went into creating this space. It's elegant without being pretentious, modern yet warm. What truly sets MM apart is the service. Every experience feels personal. The staff remembers your name, your preferences, and genuinely makes you feel like a valued guest, not just another table. The owner himself is often present, greeting guests with a smile, checking in on tables, and creating this wonderful sense of connection and hospitality that's increasingly rare these days. And then there's Chef Morimoto - yes, the Iron Chef himself. During the first few weeks after the restaurant launched, he made several appearances, greeting guests, watching the kitchen flow, and ensuring everything was executed with precision. You could see his signature attention to detail in everything from the plating to the pacing to the music and lighting. His influence is felt in every bite. The food? Simply unmatched. Every dish is crafted with care, creativity, and respect for the ingredients. The sushi melts in your mouth, the flavors are balanced and bright, and the presentations are nothing short of art. It's one of those rare spots where every visit feels like the first - exciting, satisfying, and worth every penny. If you're looking for a dining experience that's consistently exceptional, beautifully executed, and infused with genuine hospitality, MM by Morimoto is it. read more

MM by Morimoto - Hanging at the bar. - Japanese Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

I loved everything about it here. The food was delicious, service was great (except I wish the wait staff didn't wear perfume or scented lotion because it is hard to enjoy a meal when the strong floral scent lingers while you're trying to eat). The ambiance is fun and modern. It makes for a great date spot. I enjoyed all the food, especially the tempura corn and the steak. The tiramisu was just eh for me. I think I'll pass on that next time. Parking is convenient. They have valet and there is a parking deck right across the street if you don't like valet. read more

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Phenomenal meal and service! Ambiance was great, Ill probably be talking about this meal for weeks after this. Our server was Jay, she was so sweet and accommodating, I have a sesame allergy (which could be super difficult with asian cuisine) and she was helpful and provided me with a bunch sesame free meal options on a hand written notecard. Overall great experience! If you end up dining here make sure to get the surf and turf, it was honestly so amazing. read more

MM by Morimoto - Surf and turf appetizer - Japanese Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Tried this restaurant for the first time. 5p on a Saturday. They offer valet which is great. Beautifully decorated restaurant with great lighting. The server Junie was very friendly and knowledgeable. Food was amazing! Best bite was the Sticky Ribs which had this surprising and perfect crispy outer and a really delicious sauce. Every thing we had was also delicious. Cocktails were good too! Would certainly return to try everything else I didn't have read more

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We got there early to try to see if we could get seated earlier but it was understandably packed, so we just went to the bar and ordered drinks. We ordered fairly quickly but then it about 20 minutes to get our drinks, and the bar wasn't even that busy. There was a lady customer who came to the bar after us and she got seated before us, which was annoying bc it looked like she was also a party of just two. 15 minutes after our reservation time passed, we asked the host about our table and they're like "oh, we can seat you right away." So I was slightly confused because I wonder how come none of the hosts didn't come get us at the bar or to let us know "your table will be ready in 5 minutes"? We even told the host we'd be at the bar, and they confirmed my name with me. Then they apologized for the wait and seated us. We ordered an appetizer and 3 main dishes. Somehow we got one of the main dishes (ishiyaki A5 bap) before the appetizer, which was odd. So we finished the rice bowl before the appetizer (which was sushi) got to our table - and the rice bowl was on the salty side. We were also hoping to eat part of the rice bowl with our steaks, but since the timing was off, we ordered two extra bowls of rice. We ordered prime rib and A5 wagyu - both medium rare. The lady who brought the food to us said "here is some steak sauce in case you want some on your steak" and POURED THE SAUCE ON OUR PRIME RIB. My mouth dropped bc you just are not supposed to do that, especially in what is supposed to be a high end steakhouse. Good steaks shouldn't need anything! And we didn't even try it without the sauce. And then the wagyu came on a cast iron plates, and she said "you can cook the steaks more if you want" and flipped some steak pieces to the side and cooked our steak more, making some pieces more medium than medium rare. The bright sides of the night are that wagyu was really good though, you can tell it's quality meat; and the sushi was also very good. For the amount that we paid tonight, I do not think it was worth the experience of eating here. Maybe I am getting too old, but I also didn't enjoy the vibe of the restaurant because it was so loud in the restaurant and I felt as if I were yelling at my date just to have a conversation. read more

MM by Morimoto - Sake Verta Matcha - $18. - Japanese Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

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We were seated right away. It's a large restaurant with modern decor creating a hip & trendy vibe. Everything we had was delicious from the tuna pizza appetizer to the Bap entrees and the tiramisu dessert! The timing of the serving of the courses was perfect! Not too fast or too slow. Our server was very attentive checking in after each course, having dirty plates pulled and water refilled. We will definitely come back! read more

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3.5! Overall, this was a super fun meal that I enjoyed but not too sure if I'd be rushing to come back as a result of the combination of price, food, and service. There were 3 of us in the party and we ordered Emperor cut of the prime rib, braised black cod, creamed spinach, steamed rice, corn tempura, sticky ribs, french onion soup, and a spicy salmon roll. Portion-wise, this seemed like a good amount for us. We did not get any drinks. I wanted the Miso Honey Paloma and that was the only drink out that day. Nothing else was really catching my eye. Starting with our favorites, the corn tempura and sticky ribs were AMAZING. We originally were not going to order the corn tempura but after seeing a picture on Yelp, we had to get it. The tempura wasn't oily and was crisp. I preferred the gochujang aioli while the others in my party preferred the wasabi mayo so it was perfect for people with different tastes. The sticky ribs were crispy to perfection with a nice sweet sauce and meat that slid right off the bone. These two are a must! Next came out the french onion soup and the spicy salmon roll. The soup was great but honestly just tasted like a french onion soup. I was expecting more of an asian-food taste with the miso soup but it was still tasty. The spicy salmon roll was also very good but a classic so it didn't stand out to us. Our last course was the prime rib (medium rare), braised black cod, creamed spinach, and steamed rice. One member of our party ordered it medium rare and it was NOT to my liking. Maybe that was his preference but I really only ate the outside of the cut of the meat, however, this isn't the fault of the restaurant but of how we ordered. The emperor cut was definitely a good enough portion for us. The cod was tasty but a little fishy so probably would not order it again. The creamed spinach, we all agreed, could've used more salt. It did not have much flavor. I did love the steamed rice! Great classic. Our waitress was the sweetest! Overall service though, was slow. Our meal took way too long. Not sure if they're just understaffed because they just opened but they definitely need more servers. The interior was spectacular. It had such a vibe and added to the setting of the meal. For such a steep price, I'd be expecting top service and menu items. Still a very enjoyable meal. read more

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The ambiance, the vibe and the aesthetic of this place is immaculate, for a meal or just a work hangout. There's plenty of seating at the bar area and there are different table styles for like dates or big groups. But what makes it stand out is their amazing Espresso Martini! It is so delectable perfect way to end a perfect meal. I will say their carpaccio app is out of this world delicious and their ribeye was very tender and just how we ordered it, perfectly medium rare. The servers are always friendly and informative and willing to give honest recommendations. Great place over all I hope they keep up with their excellent service. read more

MM by Morimoto - Japanese Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

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We came to celebrate a family member's birthday for dinner on Labor day! We made a reservation for 5 and were seated pretty promptly. Walking in felt a mix of a New York and Las Vegas strip restaurant -- it's lively and there's a classy bar up front that serves amazing drinks. We ordered bonsai bloom and sake verra matcha. The appetizers for me were hit or miss. We ordered corn tempura, tuna pizza, the skewers, and sticky ribs. The ribs which were crisp, sweet-tangy, and fell right off the bone. I would also go for the corn tempura which came in both a tasty gochujang glaze and slightly spicy wasabi aioli. The other appetizers could have been skipped. Highly recommend the sushi and steak dishes; after all the restaurant is an asian-fusion steakhouse. We also ordered the sushi platter, soft shell crab roll, Morimoto cut prime rib, A5 bap, and black cod. The A5 is melt-in-your mouth and the prime rib was super tasty with a rather light refreshing horseradish side and tangy A1 sauce. We had a small mishap with the service, but the manager was kind enough to compliment our meal with dessert (apple pie, mousse and sorbet/ice cream). Overall, I recommend sticking to the mains and sushi with a select few of the appetizers. Would definitely come back to try some more of the drinks. read more

MM by Morimoto - Apple Pie - Japanese Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

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My husband and I came to celebrate our wedding anniversary on a weekday. First off, the restaurant is stunning and everyone from the hostess to the server made it a point to wish us happy anniversary. I did not love where we seated and asked to sit more in the central of the restaurant but even though there were only 3/4 other tables taken, they said they couldnt accommodate our request because the tables were all reserved. Bummer but no big deal. On to the food.. YUM. I tried the best bap I've ever tried. So much so I went home and tried to recreate the dish! The oysters were fresh and delicious and we tried the surf and turf roll which was great too. We went with the tirimasu dessert which my husband loved but I thought lacked presentation. And finally we were treated to two complimentary champagne flutes. I will definitely return! read more

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I loved the ambiance and thought the prices were great for the value, except for the dessert. Their french onion soup is literally the best i've ever had, and it was only around $14. I didn't love the miso cod entree, so i wouldn't get that again. but i'd definitely come back for drinks and the starters, which were all great. Husband loved the tuna pizza and carpaccio. Apple pie was just okay - i wouldn't order it again. All in all, I had a great experience and would definitely come back. read more

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Stopped by MM by Morimoto and it was even better the second time! My friends and I got a bunch of things off the menu and the steak tartare, Aburi sushi appetizer, porterhouse and sticky ribs were all absolutely amazing. My friends and I were blown away by the quality of each and every dish and the service we received was impeccable. The restaurant has the cool and chic vibes of a new modern steakhouse and is super cool to eat in. I cannot recommend this place enough, well done Morimoto! read more

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Came in for drinks and small plates and ended up ordering half the menu -- zero regrets. Everything we tried was executed really well, from the cocktails to dessert. Food highlights: * Shrimp Tempura - Light, crisp batter with zero grease. Shrimp were plump and cooked perfectly, not overdone. Easy starter. * Gyoza - Nicely seared with a good balance of filling to wrapper. Savory, comforting, and gone fast. * Sticky Ribs - Absolute standout. Fall-off-the-bone tender with a rich, sticky glaze that hits sweet and savory without being cloying. * Surf & Turf Roll - Packed with flavor and very well balanced. Nothing overpowered anything else, which is rare with rolls like this. * Spicy Tuna Roll - Fresh tuna, clean heat, and not drowned in sauce. A solid classic done right. * Wagyu Steak - Cooked beautifully with a great crust and buttery interior. Simple presentation that lets the quality of the beef shine. * Truffle Potatoes - Dangerous in the best way. Crispy, creamy, and indulgent with just the right amount of truffle flavor. Drinks: * Five Spice Old Fashioned - Warm, smooth, and aromatic. A creative twist that still respects the classic. * Miso Honey Paloma - Unexpected but excellent. Slightly savory, slightly sweet, super refreshing and unique. Dessert: * Tiramisu - Light, balanced, and not overly sweet. Great coffee flavor. * S'mores Mousse - Fun, rich, and nostalgic without being heavy. Perfect way to end the meal. Overall, the menu feels thoughtful, the flavors are on point, and nothing felt like filler. Great spot for a date night or a laid-back dinner where you want to share plates, sip cocktails, and actually enjoy everything you order. Would absolutely come back and order most of this again. read more

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The ambiance is beautiful. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. However the food is just overhyped. Not what you would expect with a name like Morimoto. Most dishes were just ok. If you have had good sushi before this was basically the same just more expensive for absolutely no reason. Shame really. read more

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I did not love my experience. I am a loyal follower of Morimoto and have dined at many of his restaurants but the service was not it tonight. My favorite dish though was Ishiyaki A5 Bap. The A5 wagyu was incredible quality. The sushi was also excellent as per usual. One of the service issues was resolved by getting a dessert comped which was nice of them but then when I got my food boxed up there were a couple pieces of steak missing. Pack it all, I don't know what's the issue..... not motivated to come back... read more

MM by Morimoto - Decor - Japanese Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

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Two words - overpriced chaos. The bar was so busy - we couldn't enjoy a cocktail to start our night. The dining room is spacious yet seems to close in on itself with the noise, steak smoke, and rush of staff. The bar didn't have our cocktail choice (a rather simple martini) because according to our waiter, they are "not a NYC bar/restaurant so they don't have those ingredients". Oops - so NJ's palate is not refined enough for cocktail onions or blue cheese olives? I selected a single glass of wine for the entire dinner. The sushi app is very tasty and has a nice presentation. All other dishes were average and lacking presentation. Please kindly do not destroy broccoli the way you did. A half head of broccoli drenched in sauce and requiring a lot of labor. The ladies' loo is interesting as you hear all the kitchen commotion and smells like food. A manager checked in on our table and we shared our experience so that was appreciated. Overall, just below average yet with several staff members trying to do their best (except for that snooty server). read more

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Was finally able to get a reservation here for a large group (yay for slow Sundays). First, the decor: I love the interior of this place. I know they took over from a trendy bar/lounge but they definitely put a nice touch over existing layout. A few tasteful light fixtures, a bonsai here and there - overall a very tasteful look. Service: everything operates on Michelin level. From the hostess, to the waiters, to the bus crew. Great adherence to the etiquette, plate changes. etc. Food: The appetizers were fantastic. A5 Wagyu is a great tasting starter, and the Kumamoto oysters are fresh and very reasonably priced. My kids are suckers for gyoza dumplings so they enjoyed the smoking hot plate presentation of that. Miso soup here is also very well presented with pour from the pot. For our main we had Chef's selection of sushi and sashimi. No surprises there. Drinks: This place has a full bar and cocktails are fantastic. The only one that was mildly disappointing is the Vesper martini. It definitely had the alcohol but for something with 5 ingredients I expected a taste to be .. I don't know, more engaging perhaps? Anyhow, that was the only ding for our dinner. Dessert: Make sure you order Tiramisu here. It's tasty and once again, presentation is fantastic. Kids loved it. All in all, I think this is a great addition to Montclair and I hope it sticks around :) read more

MM by Morimoto - Sushi "square" :) - Japanese Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Loved this place so much. We went shortly after they opened and everything was excellent. Big portions and great quality. We got the prime rib and Aburi Sushi appetizer, both were incredible. Drinks were also great, staff was kind, and the bar and decor were beautiful. So, so good. read more

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We're back! Birthday celebration. Got a free birthday sparkling wine drink. Thank you! Seems like service has been well trained and is up another notch. Excellent work here. Service was great and the cod was still delicious. read more

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Top notch addition to the Montclair dining scene. We arrived and were promptly seated at our table at the reserved time. Drink menu has plenty of interesting options and I went with their take on the Old Fashioned which was amazing. For appetizers we split the ribs, A5 carpaccio and Morimoto's signature sushi pizza. All were fantastic and we were really blown away by the ribs which were crispy and fall off the bone tender. For my entree I had the chef's sushi/sashimi combination which was well curated with some of your standard items interspersed with some imported cuts from Japan. Off course it was super fresh and delicious. I sampled some of the porterhouse that was ordered and it was on the same level as the best NY steak houses like Keen's and Luger's. Service was very engaging and attentive. Prices, for the quality and ambiance, were worth it. read more

Wow! Easily top five meals ever, if not top three. Words cannot capture this meal and do any justice, so check out the pics. The vibe is energetic and feels very NYC. The bar is lively and the bartenders know their craft. Every sip was on point. Our server Lana was fabulous! Every plate a masterpiece, with perfect textures and flavors. If the price point doesn't scare you away, make a reservation ASAP. Cannot wait to go back. read more

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I was very excited when I heard the news that acclaimed Iron Chef Morimoto was opening a restaurant in Montclair. It's a new concept from the Montclair restaurant group that blends the classic American chophouse with a Japanese flair and is well worth visiting for a date night. We arrived earlier than our reservation so we enjoyed a drink at the bar while waiting for our table to be ready. The bar is a decent size with probably about 20 seats. There's also some lounge style seating in the bar area - not sure if those are reserved or first come, first serve. The bar has a big black and gold display hanging above it - it reminded me of the little plastic streamers that you'd find on pom poms. Different but the dark colors fit the mood. The drinks were good but unlike what you'd find everywhere else. They were very specific with some ingredients that admittedly I wasn't sure what they were. The Bonsai Bloom was my drink of choice this evening! It was yuzu gin with a cucumber foam and very tasty. By time our dinner was over, I was considering having another but our waiter told me they had sold out for the evening. The Bonsai bloom has a cucumber foam that they make each morning in batches and once it's gone the drink is off the menu for the day - gotta love that daily preparation and freshness! Also tried the Tokyo Smoke which included a Japanese whiskey and was delicious as well. For food, we didn't go nuts. My eyes were definitely larger than my stomach but it was only 2 of us. We had the steak tartare and aburi sushi app to start - both were SO good. The steak tartare was great with the crostini and also just eating by itself with a fork. The sushi app had 4 decent sized rolls and was torched at our table (there's lots of presentations for many of the meals!). For dinner we split the 10oz Australian Coulotte waygu with a side of cheesy potatoes. The steak was phenomenal. I love a wagyu steak but not always willing to pay for it but when I'm Rome...The steak was cooked to our preferred temp and served on a hot plate so that if we had wanted to sear it some more, we could. It also came with the Morimoto house sauce. I'm not usually one to want sauce with a steak but I ate the steak both with and without and enjoyed it both ways. I could do without the cheesy potatoes - they were just okay and a not needed side for the showstopping steak. Didn't get dessert since the dessert menu was just your basics - ended with an espresso martini instead. Next time if we go with a group, I'll definitely be trying more from the menu. Right near Bloomfield Ave, it's located off Glenridge Ave. Valet is available for $10 or you can try to find street parking. Parking is also available in the garage right across the street so you have many options! Reservations are hard to come b but the food really speaks for itself - make a reservation now so you can enjoy it next month! read more

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We visited MM by Morimoto in Montclair for our anniversary, and while the evening had its moments, it ultimately left us feeling like we'd paid a premium for a middling experience. On the positive side, the staff was attentive from the start -- they asked if we were celebrating anything when we checked in, which was a nice touch. Service was prompt throughout the night, though the restaurant was a bit empty for a Wednesday. The bigger issue was the relentless upselling. Every recommendation from our server skewed toward the highest-priced items on the menu. When we ordered a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc, she questioned our choice and pointed us toward pricier options on the wine list. My wife asked whether she was ordering enough rolls, and the server encouraged her to get more -- we ended up taking a good portion home. The whole experience felt engineered to run up the bill, including the practice of requiring you to order all food at once, which seems designed to get you to over-order before you know what you're getting. The food itself was hit or miss. Presentation was inconsistent -- the tempura shrimp arrived split between two bowls, each with a different heavy, gloopy sauce that wasn't mentioned on the menu at all. The tuna tacos were fine; the salmon was oversauced. When we questioned a spicy tuna roll that arrived as little more than plain chopped tuna, they took it back and returned with the same thing drowning in jalapeño -- a classic overcorrection. My sushi platter was well-presented and perfectly decent, but nothing you couldn't find at a neighborhood sushi spot for half the price. The atmosphere is sleek, if a bit Vegas for a suburban New Jersey restaurant. But ambiance alone doesn't justify the price point, and with the wine list markups and aggressive upselling, the value just isn't there. A lovely occasion -- just not a place we'd rush back to. read more

Went here on a Tuesday night with friends and we had a lovely time. The decor was really nice and it wasn't to loud (yet) so that we could hear one another. The waitstaff was really attentive and we ordered drinks. We got the Green Heat which was very tasty. For appetizer I had the corn tempura which was a-m-a-z-i-n-g! For dinner I had the Tofu Croquette which was different but very tasty. I would recommend this place for a lovely date night or special occasion. read more