Jun I specializes in Japanese culinary traditions, emphasizing high-quality seafood and precise preparation techniques. The menu features a wide selection of signature sushi, sashimi, and maki rolls that prioritize fresh ingredients and balanced flavors. Guests encounter diverse textures and aesthetics through carefully plated appetizers and main courses inspired by traditional Asian cooking methods. The minimalist interior design supports an atmosphere focused on the technical delivery of raw fish and seasoned rice. Each dish showcases consistent attention to detail regarding slice thickness, temperature control, and the integration of seasonal garnishes. The establishment remains dedicated to serving authentic flavors while maintaining a standard of technical proficiency that defines contemporary Japanese cuisine. This commitment to culinary accuracy ensures that every plate reflects core regional values within a structured, focused, and efficient environment.
Jun I is widely recognized as a premier destination for high-quality sushi in Montreal, celebrated for its fresh ingredients, artistic presentation, and attentive service. Many diners praise the Omakase experience and specialty rolls, noting that the sophisticated flavors and unique textures justify the premium price for special occasions. While the vast majority of guests describe their visits as exceptional and memorable, some recent reviews point to inconsistencies in food quality, slower service intervals, and a perceived decline in ambiance. Despite mixed feedback regarding pacing and pricing, the restaurant remains a top recommendation for those seeking an elevated and authentic Japanese dining experience in the city.
Fish is consistently top 3 in Montreal. Maki/nigiri/sashimi always solid. Ambiance & service have declined post pandemic. No sushi bar anymore significantly hurts the ambiance.
Un désastre de restaurant.
J'étais allé un vingtaine de fois il y a 10/15 ans, c'était délicieux de mémoire.
Tout à changé depuis.
On a demandé une place au bar, ils nous ont dit que c'est plein… le bar est resté vide toute la soirée.
Le service est un désastre… le serveur ne nous salut pas… il nous dit: je vous regarde…
Comme si ça veut dire: je prend votre commande???
La soupe dégueulasse, Le tartare médiocre, aucun des 4 makis ne goûte bon…
Le serveur ne nous a jamais demandé si on voulait boire autre chose que de l'eau.
Jamais demandé si on voulait un dessert….
Ne retournez jamais là-bas…
Dernière fois pour moi & mon amoureuse.
Mikado, Park, même Sushi Shop sont beaucoup mieux…
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Went in with high expectations given the rave reviews & price points & unfortunately they missed the mark. We ordered a variety of apps, makis & nigiris. The curry maki is too over spiced & some of the nigiris were not made properly (too much wasabi in some) & just inconsistent. The cod for $28 is extremely small - enough for about 1 or 2 bites. Given the price point, it is not worth a visit.
Aug 23, 2025
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Although a bit expensive, the portions & the quality of the food makes up for the price. Their omakase comes with 3 appetisers, 15 pieces of sushi & a dessert for around 120$. The pieces of sushi were quite big & the cut of fishes were quite generous. I especially liked their Funny Maki because there was a great contrast in the temperature which made it so unique & delicious. I was surprised because I usually don't like fried sushi that much. As for the appetisers, I feel like the first two dishes were a bit too sour which overwhelmed the flavours of the ingredients but their octopus appetiser had a great balance of sweetness & saltiness which made it so wonderful. The quality of the ingredients is amazing, each slices were really fresh & I especially enioyed the fresh scallop sushi which had a great seafood sweetness to it. The service was superb. The waiters & waitresses were all extremely patient & professional, taking the time to explain each dish while they were serving it to the table. Even though the place was quite fancy with the minimalistic interior decors, I feel like the semi casual atmosphere fits the place extremely well & it was pretty easy to talk at our table until later at night when the restaurant was more crowded, I felt like we had to shout a bit to be heard.
Le restaurant offre un cadre intimiste dans lequel on peut apprécier des sushis, makis & sashimis exquis. La finesse des plats & la fraîcheur des produits sont remarquables.
À mon avis, le restaurant japonais le plus raffiné de Montréal! Les sushis, makis, sashimis & autres sont frais, fins & extrêmement goûteux. Les textures sont incroyables. Le service est efficace & de bon conseil. C'est plus cher qu'ailleurs, mais ça en vaut largement la peine.
We had a delicious & fun mean at Jun I. We loved the service, & the fish was very fresh. It was billed as the best omakase in Montreal &, while great, it is not. The hot & cold dishes were ok, but stand out. The sushi & sashimi were great but the maki roll we got was ok. Recommend trying it & loving it when you have the right expectations.
Excellent sushi place. They have a small, but meaningful menu. The restaurant is very lively & inviting. We had dinner on a Wed, starting at open, & by 7 pm, all the tables were full. Three primary things on the menu: - "omakase" (in quotes because it is table-side, not traditional, bar-side, one-bite at a time). Includes 4 hot dishes, & 15 nigiri, maki, sashimi, - only the 15 raw-fish option, - a-la-carte. We opted for the 15 raw-fish option "omakase" with a couple of add-ons. The candied salmon trout was amazing. Sushi were fresh & tasty, albeit no premium pieces (CAD 75 for 15 pieces is quite generous, & hard to get premium pieces), Service was fantastic. Recommend.
Nous y sommes aller un samedi soir pour un anniversaire. Service impeccable, attentionné, belles recommandations de saké. Ambiance relax. Nous avons pris un Omakasé & un sushi moriawasé. Le rythme des plats était parfait. L'ensemble des plats était excellent. Nous avons raffolé de la truite confite (Masu Kinsey) & des pétoncles (Hotate kobujime), un peu moins du plat de pieuvre qui était très « gastrique »& qui, selon notre goût personnel, ne magnifiait pas la pieuvre grillée. Les sushi étaient tous, sans surprise, d'une fraîcheur idéale, le maki de pétoncle était sublime. Une excellente expérience culinaire.
