Fleurs & Cadeaux se définit comme un établissement japonais dynamique spécialisé dans les sushis artisanaux roulés à la main et les profils de saveurs authentiques. Le menu privilégie des ingrédients marins frais préparés avec une technique précise pour mettre en valeur les textures naturelles et les subtilités saisonnières. La clientèle découvre une sélection rigoureuse de nigiris et de sashimis qui souligne la clarté des poissons de qualité supérieure associés à un riz vinaigré assaisonné. Cet espace fonctionne comme une destination dédiée aux amateurs de savoir-faire culinaire traditionnel axé sur l'intégrité des produits importés du Japon. L'environnement intérieur facilite une interaction directe avec le processus de préparation, en maintenant une attention stricte sur l'équilibre entre la présentation esthétique et la substance culinaire. Chaque élément reflète une adhésion rigoureuse aux techniques fondamentales de la culture sushi classique.
Fleurs & Cadeaux est largement reconnu comme un joyau caché à Montréal, offrant une expérience izakaya japonaise unique qui surprend les clients par sa transformation d'un extérieur discret en un espace chaleureux, branché et intime. Les visiteurs louent constamment la qualité exceptionnelle et la fraîcheur des plats, soulignant particulièrement le canard mariné au miso, les sashimis préparés avec expertise, le poulet frit et les menus dégustation créatifs. L'ambiance est fréquemment décrite comme chaleureuse, tendance et parfaite pour les rendez-vous ou les petits groupes, complétée par une impressionnante sélection de sakés et de cocktails. Bien que le restaurant soit animé et populaire, le service est souvent remarqué pour être compétent, attentionné et professionnel, ajoutant une touche personnalisée à l'expérience culinaire. De nombreux habitués insistent sur le fait qu'il s'agit d'une destination incontournable, offrant un voyage gastronomique savoureux et de grande qualité qui incite à y revenir encore et encore.
Tout était génial 👍
L'ambiance tamisé donnait une superbe ambiance & le fait d'être au bar est génial pour voir le personnel réaliser les plats ou les cocktails 😁
We had a really nice dinner here through the week - just as a walk in. We sat at the bar & Arthur did a great job looking after us & taking us through the menu. We ended up going for a tasting menu so we had a wide range of things; egg, sashimi, veg, agadashi tofu & scallops to finish things off alongside some recommended sake. Everything was spot on, both sake choices worked well, the sashimi was wonderfully fresh & well presented while the scallops with the caramelised butter were the best dish of the night. The cocktail options had some nice twists with Japanese ingredients - it takes a bit of bravery to put soy sauce in a cocktail.
Prices seemed fair for Montreal, while you could spend more if you really went for it, it felt bang on the money.
Service was, of course, excellent & the restaurant felt busy without ever being noisy. This feels like a hidden gem, from the outside it seems like a cheap, unassuming Asian restaurant, inside it's actually a very nicely laid out, distinctly Japanese, restaurant.
Finally got to try this place. Great ambiance. Ordered the fried chicken, sashimi platter, udon & cheescake. It was all verry good. Udon is spicy so might want to skip if you can't handle too much spice but I loved it. The cocktails were less memorable. Still highly recommend.
Restaurant exceptionnel, nous étions deux assis au comptoir & j'ai aimé pouvoir observer les cuisiniers concocter les plats devant nous. La décoration & l'ambiance sont originales & élégantes. Super beaux couverts à l'effigie du restaurant. Les plats étaient succulents & finement composés. Excellents sashimi, tendres & fondants! Nous avons pris 5 petites assiettes à la carte que nous avons partagé pour goûter à une variété des plats du menu. Gros coup de coeur pour l'agedashi tofu & le tataki d'albacore.
Nous sommes arrivés à l'avance & on s'est présentés au bar Sans Soleil, au sous-sol. On nous a trouvé de la place, malgré que les tables étaient presque toutes réservées. Ce bar vaut vraiment le détour: lumières tamisées, ambiance intimiste, super sélection musicale, cocktail excellents.
Recommended by several friends, Fleurs & Cadeux did not disappoint. The food, cocktails, & service were all amazing. My favorite was the butter scallops. Our server, Gray, really made our night. Gray made us feel so welcome, was very knowledgeable about the entire menu (including sake & cocktails), & also makes an amazing dirty martini. Highly recommend for dinner, drinks, or both!
Just came here for dinner at Fleurs & Cadeaux since we were staying right across the street, & what an incredible surprise.
Don't be deceived by the exterior. The moment you walk in, it feels like you've been transported to another era. What was once an old flower shop has been transformed into a beautiful Japanese-inspired vintage space, complete with an amazing vinyl soundtrack, warm lighting, & one of the best atmospheres we've experienced in Montreal.
We started with the three-day white miso-aged duck, lightly charred & absolutely spot on. The flavors were deep, balanced, & unforgettable. For drinks, I had the matcha yuzu cocktail, which was exceptional & one of the highlights of the evening.
The Alberta beef bavette yakiniku, marinated in shoyu koji & cooked medium rare, was outstanding. You could smell the beautiful char in every bite. Paired with the mushrooms & grilled Brussels sprouts I believe, it was a perfect combination of textures & flavors.
We also tried the Tantan Udon, which had just the right amount of spice-flavorful, comforting, & delicious without being overpowering. The Poulet Nanban (fried chicken) was another standout & easily one of the best versions I've had.
To finish, we had the hojicha cheesecake for dessert with cream & yuzu, which was beautifully balanced & the perfect ending to the meal.
The service elevated the entire experience. The gentleman with glasses, Juliette, & the rest of the team were fantastic-explaining every dish & drink, checking in regularly, refilling our water, & making us feel genuinely welcomed throughout the evening.
Considering the quality of the food, the impeccable service, & the incredible ambiance, I would say this experience rivals many Bib Gourmand restaurants I've visited during my travels. Having dined at numerous Michelin-starred & Bib Gourmand establishments around the world, I'm honestly surprised that Fleurs & Cadeaux hasn't yet received that recognition. It's one of the more notable omissions I've come across.
If you're visiting Montreal, you're in for a treat. If you read this review, just go ahead & book yourself. I tell you, this is a good value for what it is. From start to finish, this was a beautiful dining experience that I would happily return to again & again.
We shared 4 dishes, one being the large bowl of rice & sashimi which was excellent & we each had a cocktail. We sat at the bar, the waitress was really knowledgeable & patient - we had lots of questions! It was a really nice evening. Looking forward to coming again soon!
I loved this place. Very cool vibe & delicious food. Cocktails were excellent. The wait staff were very helpful & all of their recs were great. Will return on my next trip to MTL.
Delicious food & flavours that really excite the pallet. Everything was delicious, the duck the beef the sushi the chicken the dessert the cocktails wow wow wow - music was too loud I could barely bear the person beside me & was giving a Latin / jazz vibe… would have loved more lounge or lower volume music - other wise great staff & food !! We will be back :)))
