Very good sushi. Excellent service. Comfortable environment. I liked the cute table clothes.read more

Went there tonight since it's 7 minutes walk from our hotel. Menu isn't extensive at all, for sushi…read morethey have tuna, fresh or smoke salmon, tilapia, shrimp, eel and tamago. For the roll, we ordered Rubic's cube (5/5)- tempura crunchy mixed with masago and spicy mayo sandwiches between rice then topped with fresh salmon & avocado. Very creative and original taste. Dragon roll (3/5)- shrimp tempura, masago, cucumber with spicy mayo in the inside and topped with avocado. Underwhelming in flavor, need something else in there to push more flavor out. Chicken teriyaki (5/5)- love the teriyaki sauce they made, not overly sweet or runny. Serves with lettuce and shredded carrots. Just heads up, they don't serve any alcohols there. Overall this is not a bad option for a cheap sushi, just not enough choices to make me go there every time we are in Montreal.

A really cute little sushi shop, it was perfect for us on our way back from the museum. Food was…read moreinexpensive and really tasty, my partner even got the special kind of bottled tea she used to drink in Japan, which she really enjoyed!

Affordable prices, with great quality food. Friendly owners made us feel welcome, with them…read moreincluding 2 pieces of sashimi on the house so everyone in our party could have one. Not too many people on a Saturday night, with only 2 other parties. The ambiance is nice, with nice jazz and records all throughout the dining room.

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.

My husband decided he wanted to try this sushi place close to the hotel because he was still hungry…read moreafter dinner. He said it was not bad, avocado was fresh and salmon was good, but it wasn't super high quality

This is a really sweet spot for some takeout sushi. I went on a weekday evening and ordered takeout…read morefor dinner. I was immediately greeted by the friendly staff. They asked if I wanted Bento or from the menu, and I wanted the menu items. I requested crab to be removed from the tayo ozisushi and they removed it with no hesitation. I also ordered the crunch salmon roll (don't remember the exact name) and the kind staff member ensured it didn't have crab in it. It was ready in less than 10 minutes, and a quick walk around the block made the wait just fly by. The total for both dishes came to $19, which is a bit on the pricier side I suppose but reasonable for dinner for sure. The sushi tasted quite good I have to say. Very fresh and flavourful. You can definitely tell when the salmon is high grade and this place does it right! I forgot to ask if they could torch the ozisushi, maybe next time. It still tasted good though! I was enticed by the high Yelp reviews, and happy to also provide one. I'll definitely visit again for takeout!

My wife and I decided to try this establishment and set a reservation. The place was packed walking…read morein and one of the hostesses (short blonde-haired girl) almost plowed my wife over trying to go by with no regard. Just focused on where she was headed, I assume but still. Ironically on our way out the same hostess was coming back through and again almost knocked my wife over and bumped me as I pulled my wife out of the way. Again, no regard. I honestly think she didn't even notice, just so focused. So, my suggestion would be to be aware of your surroundings so you're not trampling the patrons. The pictures of the space are misleading. I thought the space would be bigger. It made it feel like you were on top of others. Nice quaint dark charge just compact. I had reserved the sushi bar. Now we had expected to be able to see what the chefs were doing but due to the height of the wood bar that was impossible. Also, we had expected a more personalized experience as where the chefs interact as had previously at other Japanese restaurants in Jamaica, the U.S. and while living in Japan. Here they just make up the orders. I would suggest a table to anyone since they do not interact, you're just getting a lot of noise. Also, you are in a high traffic spot for the employees coming and going from the back. All this aside the real surprise was the menu. It is unique as previewed online via their website prior to make a reservation. But found to be misleading/poorly formatted. The section for Sushi Rolls be it 6 or 8 pieces, at the top of each respective page states in red with parenthesis (6 pieces) and the other page (8 pieces). Below are the various rolls laid out with next to each one in red with parenthesis either a (6) or (8) depending on which page you are on. Now I assumed this was the price per roll as I found most menus in Montreal have a format of i.e. 00, 00.00, (0), (0$), 00$, and 00.00$. With a few in place of the $ sign using CAD. I did not think that if a page is already labeled at the top that anyone would format redundantly the amount given. And the actual price is 4 times that. Now I am not saying they aren't making a quality product. It was all very delicious. Presentation was impeccable but honestly to us it wasn't over the top or within reason of the price. I would have to say this is the most expensive sushi I have had. I believe mine was 37 CAD ($27 US). In the U.S. typically I'd say rolls range from $6-$20 USD. The cost didn't really matter, just wasn't expecting it. And again, the rolls are unique, normally not found elsewhere and were delicious. I just think the website should reflect the price of and not the amount when itis already stated, it is just misleading. Also note if your look at the drink's menu online, there are no parenthesis but to the right of each beverage item in red is a number indicating the price. So, you really shouldn't have it on one menu then be different on another. Drink wise I started with NIKKA MIYAGIKYO PEATED 2021 SINGLE MALT for 35$ (25 USD). I had never heard of it, but I like smokey drinks. A quick check showed this bottle goes for around $250USD. So, I'd say the price equates properly. But I also based this on a shot (being 1.5oz or 44.4ml). When it came out in the standard 6oz whiskey glass it was barely visible. I'd guess based on having these glasses maybe 1/2 an ounce. So, someone either really mis poured or...... I hadn't even tasted yet when another server (we had 2 it seems) came by and asked if I would like another drink and went to take the glass. I said I hadn't even tried it yet. He apologized and said he thought the glass was empty, so that is saying something. On the note of drinks, under sake you can find 300ml DASSAI 45 JUNMAI DAI GINJO for 85$ ($62 USD), this generally sells for about $35 USD. Literally around the corner @ Gyu-Kaku (Japanese hibachi) they sell it on their menu for (300ml) 55$ ($40 USD). Hidden Fish is a 42% markup over retail. Now dessert, amazing. Not found online. I ordered this cheesecake mouse with coconut cream top and an anglaise base. My wife, who is not big on desserts, took a taste then pretty much ate the whole thing. If for nothing else, we would go back to just have this dessert again. And I am kind of curious about the other options.

This place is the real deal for high end sushi. Don't expect to get away cheap here, but you will…read morebe amazed at the quality and experience. From wagyu to aged sushi, trust your server. They will guide you on an experience. The ambiance is great casual fine dining laid back. We had a party of 7 and it was approximately $150 CAD per person. Amazing food. The pictures show why. The sushi chef is awesome.

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!

Great for a date night or family night out…read more Went here with our son and we were pleasantly surprised to see they have a kid's menu which was a huge portion of rice with chicken tao. The miso soup was decent but the Thai coconut soup was nice and spicy and flavorful and I loved the added rice noodles. We weren't in the mood to hand pick a bunch of rolls so my husband and I shared 2 Makifolie assorted platters of 15 pieces each. We loved the cooked seafood and the vegetarian ones. Our son (7) tasted all of the sushi and loved it all too! The sushi had a fusion feel to it with a variety of flavors and ingredients but it all blended together well. I really appreciate how they color coded the menu to notify which rolls were cooked and which were vegetarian! I wish they had a nice warm tapioca pudding dessert or something a bit lighter but all they had was a deep fried dessert. Also, their stools were a little uncomfortable but the chairs/booth seats were good.

Did not have a great experience here. Was walking by and wanted a quick bite to eat. Many sushi…read moreplaces don't open the whole day and I was there at an odd time, so my first question was are you guys open yet? The response I got was, "Yeah we're open. That's why I'm here." That should have been the red flag for me to turn around and leave but I figured maybe she just didn't express herself the way she wanted. It's happened to me so many times so I gave her the benefit of the doubt. Strike two was my lychee martini had zero liquor in it. My guess is they probably only have a beer and wine license so they use soju, but people, that's not a martini!!! The sushi was just not worth the price. I got the shogun which is basically a chef's choice of experimental concoction of creative rolls. I guess I'm just old school when it comes to sushi. It was edible but...ugh...it should be illegal to put cream cheese and sushi together. Like I said, I guess I'm a purist so next time I'll order accordingly.

Still dreaming of the sushi we had here on a snowy night last winter! Small space so make a…read morereservation

Genuinely the worst sushi I've ever had but it was a vibe and me and bae had a great time regardlessread more