Jun I understands the essential factor: offer high quality Japanese cuisine. Their talented chef, who uses her passion for culinary art and new trends, and the freshness and delicacy of the food leave no doubt on the reputation of Jun I. The marriage of styles harmonizes with an impressive wine list and a nice variety of saké. In addition, a tasting menu is available so you can sample a little bit of everything. Enjoy a unique experience in a warm and intimate setting at one of the largest Japanese tables in Montreal.
Overall, reviews praise Jun I for exceptional sushi, fresh ingredients, and attentive service, with many calling the omakase and uni standout highlights and the atmosphere lively yet intimate; some note high prices, long waits between courses, occasional uneven execution, and the sense that post pandemic changes have affected the ambiance, though several guests still consider it one of the best sushi experiences in Montreal.
Je recommande vivement l'omakase. Très belle expérience culinaire. L'assortiment des plats est très bien choisi & le goût de chaque plat est excellent. Nous avons adoré.
Good, omakase menu was not too heavy, I wasn't overstuffed. Plates were complex with lots of textures & flavours. However, overall, there were no wow moments. Food was beautiful but not as tasty as it looked.
Jan 22, 2024
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We got the omakase for two. I think the food was fine, the sushi itself being the best part. If we were to do it again we would probably only get sushi because we found that some of the other dishes slightly lacked seasoning. The evening started pretty quiet & quickly got busy & louder, but we were still able to enjoy the end of our meal. Service was efficient & professional though not particularly warm or inviting.
Extremely overpriced for the fare. Had the omakase for 2. We literally went for poutine afterwards because it was so little food. The portions on google where you see the plate of food, that isn't an individual serving, it was a shared plate for 2. Which is completely ridiculous for $110 per person. The nigiri sushi wasn't really much different from much cheaper restaurants.
The service was fantastic & attentative.
The fare is sourced somewhat locally, but i would have expected the price to reflect that, but they went the other way.
What an amazing food experience. Jun I, though a bit on the pricey side, was an excellent experience. We ordered the Omakase & Sushi Moriawase which was just the perfect amount of food to share between two people. The service was well paced, with our dining experience lasting just over two hours. Jun I is the perfect place to go on a dinner date with a loved one or simply go with friends to have a great night with amazing food. Highly recommend.
Got the omakase (tasting menu) here. While the food was generally good & the value is unbeatable, I feel like the flavours were not very balanced for some of the dishes. The flavour profile here leans heavily towards sour & zesty. There's a lot of citrus/yuzu & balsamic sauces used. It worked for the early salads & appetizers, but got exhausting towards the middle & I couldn't wait for the sushi for a palate reprieve. My favourite non-sushi dish was the wagyu, which really stood out for its umami & perfectly cooked rareness, although the thick bunch of carrots felt a bit excessive. When the sushi arrived, it did not disappoint. There was a variety of sashimi, rolls & traditional sushi. All were amazing & probably worth the price of the omakase on their own. My favourite was probably the pair of fried makis! Service was good & started quickly but slowed down A LOT the dinner crowd poured in after 7. Come early if you want prompt service & their full attention.
My honest review as a Montreal tourist from Toronto:
- Omakase was amazing & would probably be in the Michelin guide, especially for the price so I would say it deserves a Bib Gourmand at the very least
- the service was inconsistent, we had a couple good servers that explained each item & would occasionally check on us & others where they explain everything in french quickly & walk away. We do not speak French so we didn't understand at all.
- the ambiance was weird because for a higher end sushi experience we expected a quieter Japanese style environment but it was bar lounge & social environment which is probably enjoyed by the locals. I would suggest to separate the Omakase experience to the a la carte. This would make the restaurant perfect
Un repas chez Jun-i est toujours une fête, tant l'établissement se renouvelle dans l'excellence. Un omakase d'anthologie, à essayer sans hésiter, & des sakés magnifiques.
Tout était parfait. Un petit axe d'amélioration : nous avons pris le menu Omakase chacun. Eventuellement demander en amont aux clients si ça ne les dérange pas de partager des plats. Cela peut être délicat si les personnes ne se connaissent pas trop. Par ailleurs, cela donne aussi l'impression que les quantités sont divisées par deux.
food was top tier, BUT the service on the other hand was terrible. this was my second time coming here & had booked for a birthday. we ended up getting the omakase menu & the duck breast & crusted fish were my favourites (besides the sushi assortment of course). though, the downside was that we had waited such a long time in between each shared course. we were seated in the restaurant for two & a half hours, which is i think is not ideal for a six-course meal. mind you, the restaurant flow was overall moderate. overall, i would only come back for the à la carte as it seems that everyone after us was getting their food five times faster.
Hasn't skipped a beat, this is easily in the top 3 Japanese/ Sushi restaurants in the city. We already take the Omakase as we trust In their expertise to deliver a flawless dining experience! If you're on the fence don't think twice Jin-I is fantastic.
Sep 10, 2023
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Divine. Omakase dishes are creative & delicious; sushi & sashimi are fresh & sweet. Service is warm & professional. (Merci encore, Charles.) In New York, this menu would cost easily three times as much.
I would never visit Montreal wiithout making a reservation here first.
Soirée magique !
Service Omakasé impeccable, recommandations de vins, cocktails & sakés délicieuses.
On y retournera pour plus de poissons succulents !
Nous avons passé une excellente soirée au Jun I. J'avais réservé pour la fête à mon conjoint & il a été très content de découvrir de vrais sushis. Nous avons pris la formule Omakase (4 entrées, 1 plateau de 15 morceaux & 1 dessert).
On nous a bien expliqué ce qu'on allait manger & on a nous bien conseillé sur un saké pour finir le repas.
Bel endroit pour fêter une occasion spéciale car assez dispendieux mais ça en vaut la peine.
We celebrated our wedding anniversary there. The best sushi I've had in Montréal, the Omakase menu was incredible: fresh, fun, & delicious. Every dish is beautifully presented. Definitely worth a visit! Lastly the service was the best I've had in a restaurant since covid. Definitely recommending the restaurant to friends. :)
Nous avons pris 2 Omakase en plus du tartare de thon avec oeuf de poisson & huile de truffe en plus de l'entrée de morue noire pour 3 personnes.
Nourriture extraordinaire, qualité des poissons exceptionnel. Excellent service
