Hoshi elevates Japanese cuisine with a focus on expertly crafted poke bowls and innovative sandwich creations, offering a fresh and vibrant dining experience. The menu features high-quality, fresh ingredients meticulously prepared to create visually appealing and delicious bowls, showcasing a spectrum of flavors from savory to zesty. Signature sandwiches offer a unique fusion of Japanese tastes within familiar formats, providing a delightful twist for diners seeking something new. Each dish is thoughtfully assembled, emphasizing both taste and presentation, making Hoshi a go-to destination for those appreciating authentic yet creative Japanese-inspired fare. The atmosphere is designed to be clean and modern, complementing the bright and healthful nature of the food.
Hoshi is a highly regarded Japanese restaurant in Montreal's Chinatown known for its authentic, flavorful katsu, tempura, and udon dishes. Many diners praise the generous portions, high-quality ingredients, and attentive service that evokes a genuine sense of dining in Japan. While the restaurant is frequently described as a hidden gem with a welcoming atmosphere, its limited seating and policy of not accepting reservations often result in wait times, particularly during peak hours. Despite occasional feedback regarding long waits or inconsistent textures, the overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with many visitors considering it a top destination for comfort food and recommending it for its excellent value.
Have gone to Hoshi a few times now, & each time have tried something different, ranging from the Sake Don, Lunch Ten Don, & Katsu Don. Always excellent taste & presentation, particularly the Ten Don with all the nice tempura arrangement. Service is good, however, the only (major) downside of this place is that there are not many seats / tables, & no reservations taken. One time three of us came & waited outside in the cold for 15 minutes or so, having already being reassured by the waitress that it would be soon, but it being winter & all, we finally decided to leave for another restaurant. The food & service are great, & it's definitely worth a visit, but there's no guarantee you'll get a seat when you arrive!
We had the salmon tartare, tonkatsu don & tempura don for lunch. Everything was tasty with quality ingredients, reminded us of meals in Japan. Service was very attentive & friendly.
The rice is cooked perfectly-chewy with distinct grains. Both the tempura & the tonkatsu sauce are especially delicious, & the seafood is fresh with just the right portion size. The restaurant is quite small, so you may need to wait in line during peak hours. The restaurant offers excellent service.
Excellent location, food comes fast & is very tasty. Had tempura udon, portions are large & all come with miso & cream of mushroom soup.
Won't make a mistake if you come here. Cheers
Hoshi is my favourite lunch spot! I always get the Ten Don (tempura on rice). The portion is just right, & the sauce is so good. Love how the tempura mix (veggies, egg, shrimp, & scallop) always comes out perfectly crispy. The waitress is super nice & welcoming. The only downside is that the place is quite small, so if you come during busy hours, expect a bit of a wait. Totally worth it though!
I went to the restaurant after otakuthon on Sunday night & I met this wonderful server who was very kind & very friendly. She recommended me Hoshi tempura udon & it was AMAZING!!!! I will definitely come back with my friends & family. The line was long but it was DEFINITELY WORTH IT;)
Came several times & the food is always delicious & they're generous with their portions. The tempuras are fried perfectly & everything is super flavorful & fresh.
The restaurant is very small but you don't feel uncomfortable eating there.
