We were in Montreal for the jazz festival and were looking for some quality sushi and Ryu food not…read moredisappoint. We did the Omakase. The presentation SAS a little different from other ones we've done - they did it as several courses - sashimi, nigiri, and rolls, followed by dessert. The fish was fresh and well presented - we enjoyed every bite. Or server was friendly and knowledgeable - at one point, we asked him about sushi chefs, and why e seldom see female ones... He checked in with the chef and came back with a good answer... He definitely added to our night. We highly recommend!

Unfortunately the sushi here left much to be desired. It's soooooo expensive and 100% not worth the…read moremoney. We are from Vancouver so we are used to delicious tasting sushi that is much cheaper. Please keep that in mind. Maybe in Montreal, this is the best that is available. I don't know.

Came here after the Yelp Badge event…read more We were a group of 8 and the staff was able to accommodate us. Service was good. No wifi. The seating was good, we just put two tables together and we could all sit together comfortably. I only ordered my favourite Philadelphia cheese, salmon, avocado rolls and it was 10$ taxes and tip in for 8 pieces. They were pretty good! It is kinda hard to mess those up though. They were very generous with the avocado, the pieces were huge!

The best adventure a yelper can have is stumbling into a restaurant that is the only one open on…read morethe block at 8 pm. A small but super cute place. We were greeted by the friendly staff. I think this was the first time we ordered sushi so quickly. 5 of us got the combo for 72$. This combo included a a Asian salad which we asked to swap for extra pieces of sushi. It was a hefty meal- and each one of us got at least more than 10 pieces. When the bill came out to 16$ each with tax- I was ecstatic because sushi can get expensive very quickly. I find it odd they don't serve edamame, a standard dish you would find at most sushi restaurants - but makes this one unique!

Quaint little izakaya with lots of food options…read more The nigiri moriawasa was very good, the cuts of fish were thick and fresh. The sushi here is good, quality is markedly better than all you can eat sushi :)

Some Asian restaurants seemed to be closed on Mondays but YEN was open for some darn good Japanese…read morefood! We got several food to share. The staff are excellent and attentive. The food is delicious. We tried a noodle dish, a poke bowl, and sushi. The green tea service was also well worth it!

We found Park Restaurant on the Netflix show: Feed Phil (filmed in 2019)…read more We focused on ordering their classic sushi with an innovative/interesting preparation that chef Park created: Wow! We ordered a 12 Nigiri chef's choice platter and an 8 roll chef's choice Maki rolls. The sushi had incredible depth, but still nuanced, of flavor created by the chef Antonio Park's additions to the classic sushi. The fish was fresh. The presentation was perfect. Overall a great experience. Service was fast, friendly and efficient.

Very much enjoyed our welcome-to-Montreal dinner at Park Restaurant! We knew we wanted Park's…read moreomakase, so opted to sit at the counter so we could watch the magic in motion. Appreciated that there were three omakase options at three price points, some with more meat, some with more fish. We went with the middle option, leaning toward more fish and the meal did not disappoint. Service was attentive and the presentation of each course was beautiful. Would certainly return!

Located minutes away from Old Montreal, this sushi restaurant is a decent mid-tier establishment…read more You won't be embarrassed taking your in-laws here or going on a first date here. And, you won't break the bank either. Our Chirashi Don consisted of some pretty exotic fish including King Salmon, Blue Fin Tuna and Hamachi (Yellow Tail). Nice presentation, with the slices of fish enveloping a bed of minced salmon and rice. It was a lot more filling then it appeared. The Salmon Yaki included a large serving of fresh salmon and a bowl of rice. This isn't the dry, overcooked salmon you'd get at the food court. The dish also included sauteed mushrooms and zucchini wedges. Salmon was so soft and moist. Wonderful choice if you are hungry. If after your meal, of you are still hungry but running low on cash, you will be pleased to know that there is a Poke Bowl place next door.

Nestled in the heart of downtown Montréal among corporate and commercial buildings, Saiko Bistro…read moreIsakaya may have an unassuming appearance. We had reserved a table. When seated we were changed to the counter seating, because we picked Omakase option. Our evening centered around the Omakase 5 option, which not only allowed us to sample some of the chef's creations but also provided a front-row view at the counter to witness the preparation of each course. The Omakase 5 included two appetizers, a main course, 10 pieces of sushi, and a dessert--a generous and fulfilling selection that left us full and content. A standout dish was the fish consommé, a clear, delicate broth cooked over six hours and served piping hot. The chef guided us to dip each sushi piece halfway into the broth, balancing between warmth and the sushi's coolness. The heavily vinegared rice, when paired with the rich consommé, created a beautiful contrast of flavors, temperature and textures. The sushi course was equally remarkable, presenting ten pieces, each with a small mound of rice topped by a thick, fresh slice of fish. Two King salmon pieces--one marinated for eight hours and the other served raw--showcased the nuanced ways salmon can be enjoyed. The selection of tuna varieties (big-eyed, yellowfin, bluefin, and fatty tuna) provided a spectrum of flavors, each distinct and satisfying. Scallops, shrimp, sea urchin, and eel followed, rounding out a "parade of fish" that captured the freshness and diversity of the ocean. Our meal concluded with a cheesecake dessert, a sweet and light finish that topped off an excellent evening.

Affordable and tasty sushi spot ! They have a huge menu of Futomaki (with more than 30…read morecombinations!!), so I recommend to go there with few friends and share a bunch of things. This is a cute spot in Old Montreal. We decided to go for the Rainbow (with Salmon, Tuna, white fish), the Spicy Maguro (spicy tuna), Rouleau du Chef, Dynamite and some salmon nigiri. Service was great all the way, we'll be back!

IN SUM: 2-stars because of the kind service…read more RATING: 4-stars for service. 1-star based on food. 2-star based on ambiance. SERVICE: I'd really love to give this place 1-stars based only on the food, but the service by the female hostess was especially considerate and kind. The service by the other male hostess was rather the quick and hurried. We felt rushed. However, when it came time for the bill and we needed to leave the waiter was slow. FOOD: SUSHI- We ordered the midi maki and sushi maki (5 maki, 5 sushi) and tempura. The sushi rice was under seasoned. The seaweed was dry. The sushi was mildly warm. The rolls were randomly given. The most I remember from my roll was the strong taste characteristic of tuna and the dry slightly old taste of the imitation crab meat. As an avid sushi eater who can down 30 pieces at an all-you-can-eat buffet, I was unable to even finish 10 pieces. It wasn't particularly bad, but it wasn't particularly good. My mother with zero experience in sushi making made better rolls her first time than this restaurant that specializes in sushi. The rice was also not sushi rice - larger and thicker grain. I'm surprised this place lays claims to being a sushi bar. TEMPURA- I did not eat the tempura but my table mate who frequently eats fried food - from Southern fried chicken to Beijing fried street stall buns - said the tempura was undercooked and from a pan that reused the oil. SOUP- The miso soup was too salty as well. My table mate said the best part of the meal was the water. AMBIANCE- It's unfortunate that this key location is this restaurant. The high-vaulted ceilings are wasted on a cheap-looking silver ceiling. The centerpiece chandelier is a cheap silver-sprayed Christmas light spherical decoration. The gold columns are unevenly sprayed. The window columns are chipped. The windows are dirty. The only nice elements of the atmosphere is the painting of the woman in a blue dress and the art pieces above the sushi bar. Finally, the sushi bar chairs need to be repainted. The layout was also especially awkward. There were two main doors and I got confused which one was the entrance. Next, the hostess stand was not by the entrance and I was especially lost where to stand to be seated.

This place was amazing. Everything that was recommended to us to try on the menu was A+++. I mean…read moreliterally everything. Service was amazing we sat at the bar and had an awesome time. Pierre was our server he was a rockstar. Ambience and feel of this place is definitely great for date night to a group night out. Anytime we are in town we will be stopping by for sure.

Kitchen doesn't do a _bad_ job, but the service and the value proposition ain't there. Everyone is…read morenice enough but portions are minuscule and the prices aren't justified. It's fine if you are looking to impress someone with the bill. Dining room is dark and a bit loud but pleasant.

Every person interested in working in the restaurant service industry should visit this restaurant…read moreto learn what not to do. I eat at restaurants regularly for work and pleasure, and have experienced all forms of bad service before, but never have I been moved to right a negative review. In this case, with both bad service and insulting wait staff, I feel not warning other potential diners would be wrong.

I came for MTL à TABLE, unfortunately that menu is for 2 people. So I didn't get to try the sea…read moregrapes. :( I didn't like the spicy tantanmen. The flavours were strong and bold. Savoury, rich and intense with the numbing of Sichuan peppercorn. But that dish was too heavy for me. The bites of dehydrated tofu tasted just like chashu. On the other side, loved the dessert!! The Wagashi Umami, a homemade mousse with a red beans daifuku mochi, was light and fresh. Exactly what I needed! :D