Overall reviews describe Jatoba as a refined Asian fusion destination with outstanding, beautifully presented dishes and fresh sashimi, complemented by a chic, lively ambiance and attentive service. The cocktails and wine pairings are frequently praised, and staff are noted for knowledge and friendliness, making celebrations or date nights feel special. While the experience is consistently described as excellent and worth the price, some comments call out the high cost, occasional slow service or pacing during busy times, and a few notes about uneven service at the bar or in the dining room. The restaurant is often listed among Montreal's best dining spots, with many guests planning a return and appreciating the chef's touches and the care in plating and ingredients. Reviewers also highlight the variety of dishes, the ability to accommodate dietary preferences, and the opportunity to sample many plates in a shared, tasting style, even as a few find acoustics or meal pacing could be improved.
This was our first time eating at Jatoba. We sat at the bar. The bartender, Thomas, was so friendly & informative. He gave us some tips on making cocktails for when we entertain. Our server was very attentive. She gave us good recommendations. Our dishes were brought out promptly & everything was delicious & well presented. The atmosphere was cozy & inviting. The place was filled with beautiful plants.
I had the pleasure of enjoying some incredible Asian inspired food. Every bite was a celebration of flavor-perfectly balanced sushi, rich & savory dumpling, & the freshest bluefin I've had in ages. Unfortunately, the service didn't match the food's quality. The staff seemed disorganized, also a bit arrogant. The mushroom dumpling was fried & boiling inside. (the type of dumpling you eat in one bite) & me & my friend all got burned inside our mouth wich made the rest of our meal a little less tasty. Our server answer was basicly to blow on our food & wait but at no time mentionned this dish was very hot. I guess the attitude kinda ruin it for me & a little warning is usually common & apreciated. It's a shame because the culinary experience was top-notch, but the poor service put a damper on the evening. If they can improve the service, this place would easily become a favorite.
I have been to Jatoba twice so far & had the pleasure of having Catherine as our waitress. Highly recommend asking for her she is fantastic. We had her choose options on the menu for us based on our preferences & she nailed it. Very high quality food on the pricier side but worth it! Would go back & would recommend, thank you Catherine!
Dec 1, 2024
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Beautiful dinner with the wife ! Great ambiance. We sat at the bar. Started with a cocktail then wen for Sake ! Great night & service although a bit pricy.
phenomenal venue, great service from the sever & bartender Pierre, sitting at the bar is a great experience- we couldn't decide what to order so they created a mini tasting menu for us - chef came over to say hi, which was lovely! we loved everything highly recommended
Nov 9, 2024
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It's important to note that although this restaurant is very good, it is very expensive & clients should know this beforehand. Cost over 300$ for two people, & this is with only one alcohol beverage. However, we did leave very full. The atmosphere is amazing, the decor is phenomenal & it feels very cozy. Great date place. The service was very good, hostess at front was kind & happy. Our waiter(male with moustache), did not make any mistakes, & came to see us the perfect amount of times, however the person I brought here felt like he was never smiling & looked annoyed to serve us, which can make people feel uncomfortable. We understand that working in the service industry is not always easy & fun, but in restaurants where there is a tip at the end & you have an extremely high bill, it doesn't leave a customer feeling like they want to tip. So the person I brought here felt sour to leave so much money to the waiter after feeling like we were a burden to him. The menu is very big, which is shocking for a place with a lot of quality because that is hard to achieve. It allows people with different food tastes to come; they hold seafood, meats, dumplings, salads, sushi, rice options, & more. It was wonderful to have such options. I do recommend this restaurant to anyone who doesn't have a budget & wants to experience a fun cozy & quality evening.
The staff were great, & so knowledgable about the food & answered our questions about how many pieces of sushi each dish came with. The miso soup was incredible! Everything was above average! Thank you! 🙏🏾
Incredible dining experience - all the raw fish was spectacular. Some of the best I've had in Montreal. Our server (Amelie I believe) was so sweet too. Can't wait to be back.
