Bar OTTO comes across in reviews as a lively yet intimate spot with standout cocktails and a sushi and sashimi program that many describe as fresh, inventive and beautifully presented. The ambience and service are repeatedly praised, with guests noting attentive, friendly staff, a welcoming bar area, and a warm vibe that suits dates, celebrations or casual nights with friends. The menu is praised for variety and quality, including daikon and burrata, crab bao, cod cheek skewers, wagyu and toro, a ramen with duck leg and truffle oil, and a yuzu cheesecake for dessert, with many savoring the tasting menu and strong wine or sake pairings. While some express that portions can be small for the price and a few service hiccups occur, the overall consensus highlights consistent excellence in food and atmosphere, a willingness to return for omakase or seasonal changes, and Bar OTTO as one of the city’s notable Japanese inspired options.
One of my favorite Japanese restaurants with both fresh sushi/sashimi as well as mazemen noddles. It also accommodates for vegeteiran options as well. They also have a great drinks & sake. Last but definitely not least, their staff is incredibly kind & even accommodates children & infants. For budget friendly options, they have an omasake (chef's choice) from Monday to Wednesay 3 course meal for 45$ which is incredible value (we had lobster & octopus included)
**⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ | A Tasty Experience at Bar Otto** **Customer Service: 5/5** From the moment we walked in, the staff was friendly & attentive. They made sure we felt welcomed & taken care of throughout our meal. **Ambiance: 4/5** Bar Otto's decor is cozy & inviting. It has a pleasant atmosphere, perfect for a casual meal or a special occasion. The only downside was that it got a bit noisy during peak hours. **Food Quality: 4/5** The menu has a great variety, & the food is delicious. Everything we tried was fresh & well-prepared. While most dishes met our expectations, a couple of them could use a bit more seasoning. **Value for Money: 3/5** The prices are on the higher side, but the quality of the food & service justifies it. It's a good choice for a treat or special night out. **Overall Experience: 4/5** If you're looking for a reliable dining spot, Bar Otto is worth a visit. They offer good food, friendly service, & a comfortable ambiance that makes for an enjoyable meal.
Service au top, nous avons réservé last minute a 6 personnes & nous avons été super bien accueilli. La serveuse nous a entendu dire pendant qu'elle passait proche de notre table que nous comptions commander des shots & a notre grande surprise elle nous a apporté un round sur la maison. La nourriture était délicieuse & abordable. Nous allons définitivement repasser prochainement! :-)
I have been here twice for special occasions & they've both been extremely memorable. The cocktails are amazing, so is the food. The trout tartare appetizer was so creative & delicious. It's always a fun time, & has become my favourite place to celebrate a special occasion (birthday, graduation, etc) in Montreal.
Jun 1, 2024
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Food, cocktails, service & atmosphere were amazing but the kichen takes way too long to prepare the dishes. We ordered 4 dishes in total & waited almost an hour for the 2nd dish to come out after the first. I had to complain to the waitor on when our food will come out. You guys need to make sure you don't let the customers wait too long.
We tried an assortment of things, the Bao buns were my favourite & the dumplings were my friends favourite. I'd go back just for the boa buns. The nigiri assorted plate was amazing, the next best thing to being back in Japan. The cod cheeks were just okay, I liked how they were prepared though, never tried cod cheeks before but it was likely the best possible presentation & combination of flavors, nice & light tasting. The miso old fashioned was OUT of this world! Best cocktail ever, I had to order two. Parked at Atwater market, short walk. Service was next level, super impressed, wiped down the table between each service, super friendly. They refilled our water even though the bottle was left on the table. Hard to come by good service like this. For the price point this stood out to me. Easy to get a table at 630 on Friday, place was packed by 730. Thank you for a memorable evening ❤️
Truly top notch service. The yuzu lemonade was delicious, & so was the karaage. The rest was just okay. We had the torched salmon sushi which was fine, the crab baos which were overly salty & mostly tasted like soy sauce, & the open sushi rolls that were honestly quite bland. The yuzu dessert was really not good. The cheesecake was overly compact & sweet.
It's a chic restaurant close to the STM & extremely charming. The duck bun bao is absolutely incredible. The miso octopus is great as well. The sushi dishes are interesting & the menu is full of unique options.
