Diners' Choice: Japanese restaurants in Montreal / Quebec

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Updated May 05, 2026

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Kitano Shokudo

4.9

4.9 (83)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Plateau Mont-Royal

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of the plateau in Montreal, Kitano Shokudo is a cozy and delightful Japanese restaurant that serves you quality handmade dishes, amazing unique sakes and wines as well remarkable service. This amazing bistro gives you a Japanese experience that you won’t want to miss!

Top review

Petr

Dined 6 days ago

What a gem of a spot where the owner cooks for you. I am so happy I got put onto this place. Proper hospitable service, something much more rare nowadays since COVID. These guys know whats up. Blue fin tuna roll a slapper each time

Okeya Kyujiro Montreal

4.9

4.9 (739)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Downtown

About the restaurant

Welcome to Okeya Kyujiro
Our Omakase Experience is a chef’s choice menu consisting of seasonal ingredients mainly sourced from Japan. It includes approximately 25 courses with mostly sushi.

IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS
Please let us know any allergies or food restrictions.
Okeya offers an intimate, adult-focused omakase with a single set menu. Children 6-12 may join only with a full adult seat. Babies or children under 5, or guests not dining, are charged full adult price.

RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Reservation must be cancelled 48 hours in advance. Failure to cancel by this time will result in a cancellation fee (Full Price).
Parties of 5+ full will be required to pay the full price in advance plus 20% service fee.
A valid credit card is required to make the reservation.
To cancel a reservation, simply cancel through the OpenTable email confirmation or email us: info@okeya.ca

PRICE: $335 (Dinner) /$180 (Brunch) BEFORE TAX AND TIPS PER PERSON

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James

Dined 3 days ago

This is a must-see destination for any aficionado of Japanese cuisine and omokase enthusiasts

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Umamia (Apportez votre vin - BYOW)

4.8

4.8 (75)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Griffintown/St-Henri

About the restaurant

Umamia🥢 offre une expérience culinaire japonaise authentique, méticuleusement conçue à l'aide d'ingrédients sains et de haute qualité. Chaque plat est soigneusement préparé pour capturer l'essence des saveurs japonaises traditionnelles, assurant un voyage culinaire authentique et délicieux.

Si vous voulez faire une réservation pour plus de six personnes, merci de nous envoyer un mail directement à contact@umamia.ca

Umamia🥢 provides an authentic Japanese dining experience, meticulously crafted using wholesome and high-quality ingredients. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared to capture the essence of traditional Japanese flavors, ensuring a genuine and delightful culinary journey.

If you would like to make a reservation for more than six people, please send us an email directly at contact@umamia.ca

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Josue

Dined on Apr 18, 2026

Very good quality of food and experience, would definitely recommend

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Apportez votre vin - BYOW (5$)

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Montréal, QC | Downtown (Ville-Marie)

4.8

4.8 (1000)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Downtown

About the restaurant

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!

Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

Top review

Eric

Dined 3 days ago

Incredibly friendly and efficient staff. They are all awesome! The quality of the food is top-notch. The portions are surprisingly generous, especially for the price. The menu for 4 is perfect. We thought there was not enough, but we were eating our words two hours later. Great for groups or a tête-à-tête. The ambient noise is at a perfect level, you don't need to scream to talk. The cocktails are quite good, and they have a great deal on 4. I STRONGLY recommend that you reserve if you want to go between 6 pm and 9 pm Thurs to Sun or during the summer. Can't wait to go back this summer!

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Ekki Sushi

4.5

4.5 (330)

CAN$30 and under

Japanese

Mont-Tremblant

About the restaurant

Ekki Sushi is #1 Trip Advisor Rank restaurant in Mont Tremblant, Laurentians, Québec: 5/5 with 287 reviews
A Japanese restaurant located in the heart of the beautiful Bel Air Tremblant resort. Our cuisine offers authentic Japanese cuisine, Sushi , Grill and main courses ( beef, steak, seafood) with daily fresh ingredients prepared by our talented chefs. Enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine and amazing views, and an incredible terrasse. For a romantic dinner or a group event dinner.

Awarded: Ranked Top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 5 days ago

I came to visit Ekki Sushi at Bel Air from NY. We stayed on Bel Air property. It was an amazing dinner spot. The aesthetic was amazing and service was great. Enjoyed the unique dishes and presentation of the food. Sushi wasn’t of highest quality (speaking as someone who has high quality fish in NY), but it was still a great meal! Would definitely recommend if you’re staying in Bel Air or if you’re coming to Montremblant

Phillips Bar

4.7

4.7 (11)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Downtown

About the restaurant

Experience Montreal’s first Buvette Japonaise. Located at Place du Frère-André, Phillips Bar blends sleek, lounge-style sophistication with a bold, modern Japanese menu.

From fresh yuzu oysters and hand-torched wagyu to signature hand rolls and miso-marinated black cod, every dish is crafted for the refined palate. Whether you’re stopping in for a craft cocktail or a multi-course dinner, Phillips Bar offers an intimate, high-energy atmosphere right in the heart of downtown.

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RachelGold

Dined on Apr 25, 2026

We sat at the bar and enjoyed delicious food and well-made drinks. The bartenders were exceptional and totally elevated the experience. Would love to go back when in Montreal again!

Restaurant Nozy

4.6

4.6 (25)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Little Italy

About the restaurant

Restaurant Nozy offers a Japanese menu, Teishoku style, which includes several smaller dishes, such as miso soup, rice and seasonal side dish, and main dish.

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Fiona

Dined on May 2, 2026

This is the best place in Montreal!! Exceptional food and service. Asian fusion beyond comparison.

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Experience

Omakase Sunday

Kyo Bar Japonais

4.6

4.6 (2939)

CAN$30 and under

Japanese

Old Montreal

About the restaurant

Menu inspired by Izakayas and a wide selection of sake.

Located comfortably in the heart of Place d'Armes, Kyo Bar Japonais is the go-to spot for Japanese cuisine lovers, with an impressive selection of sushi. Proud of its Izakaya-inspired menu, Kyo offers, among other things, a lunch menu featuring Bento boxes, fresh and innovative sushi, paired with a choice of over 25 sake varieties, the largest selection in Montreal. Kyo Bar Japonais is perfectly designed to be the setting for your memorable evenings and the host of your sake tastings.

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Dave

Dined 1 day ago

Overall experience on a rating scale of 1 to 10 was an 11! Awesome all round. 👌

Sushi X Pyramide (Ste-Foy)

4.4

4.4 (64)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Québec

About the restaurant

Immerse yourself in an immersive culinary experience at Sushi X, a festive restaurant where Japanese flavours meet a vibrant atmosphere. Let yourself be transported by the spectacular décor, inspired by Isakaya brasseries, where the central bar becomes the heart of the action. Discover creative and tasty dishes prepared with fresh and authentic ingredients. Whether you're looking for a convivial meal with friends or a nightcap in ‘5 à tard’ mode, Sushi X promises an unforgettable evening. Let yourself be tempted by the delights of Japanese cuisine in a warm and elegant setting.
*Please note that the all-you-can-eat menu is unavailable starting at 8:30 PM. We’ll be happy to welcome you, but only the regular menu will be offered from that time onward.*
*If online reservations are full, feel free to call the restaurant — we might still have a spot for you.*

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Hussein

Dined on Aug 13, 2025

Food Is great Highly Recommended. service is great

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Hono Ramen

4.5

4.5 (15)

CAN$30 and under

Japanese

Québec

About the restaurant

At Honō Ramen, it’s all in the gestures—and in the consistency of those gestures. As newcomers to the community, we earn our place through respect. Saint-Roch is like a team: we wear it proudly on our jersey, and when players fall, we’re there to lend a hand.
Speaking of respect: for us, respect is measured by the sum of all the people, traditions, and things to which we choose to extend it—and that’s what defines our integrity. Here, there is no discrimination. Respect applies everywhere: to traditions, to ingredients, to our guests, and to their experience. We want no fluff in our décor. We don’t try to influence our guests with anything other than our drive to perfect the fusion of Japanese and Québécois cultures.

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Jean-Simon

Dined on Apr 17, 2026

Nourriture? Excellente Service? Excellent Ambiance? Cozy asf Propreté? Extrêmement propre They even brought a free desert for my friend who was celebrating her birthday that day, completely free:) Thanks again!! Hono Ramen are the goats

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