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, Jun I is described as a premier sushi destination with exceptionally fresh fish, standout uni and omakase that many reviewers rate as among the best in Montreal. The atmosphere is frequently praised as lively yet intimate, with warm and attentive service that adds to the experience, though a few reviews note slower or uneven pacing at high prices. Many guests highlight creative dishes and careful preparation, such as expertly prepared nigiri, sashimi and seasonal courses, and some call it the best sushi in the city or even Canada. A minority mention that some courses can be over spiced or overly salty and that portions or value may not fully match expectations given the price, while others report consistently excellent quality across the menu. In sum, Jun I is viewed as an impressive, high end sushi experience ideal for special occasions, with caveats about price and occasional service pacing.
We were truly disappointed with our experience at Juni. The ambiance was loud & the area was small . The overall décor left a lot to be desired. The drinks (we ordered wine , beer (on tap)& lemonade (for our 11 year old daughter))were not good. Both the wine & beer tasted like urine & the lemonade was warm water with a slice of lemon. We requested assistance on what to order & the waiter suggested the tasting menu (the most expensive dish) & we went for it. It was about 5 appetizers & 3 mains . The appetizers were high end cuisine , well done & tasty . The mains were actually good but the final sushi platter was a disappointment ,warm & really not tasty at all. We left many behind. The most upsetting part in the entire experience was the fact that it took the kitchen 2.5hrs to complete the service. We understand that this was a tasting menu but waiting 15-20mins between appetizers & servings was inacceptable. The management did compensate by not charging us for the drinks & discounting the total charge by 10% - therefore they did acknowledge & tried to compensate. The waiters were polite & professional. We never complain & we've never left a bad review but we feel that it must be mentioned that this is for a young crowd that enjoys a clublike scene. We will not recommend it.
Sep 11, 2023
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Food was good, sashimi was fresh, rolls were average, the service was good & fast. Only disappointment since booked sushi bar online booking. This was not available & I would have appreciated a courtesy call to let me know, would have asked for a table.
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.
The portion of the food shrunk so much compared to before, which could have been better.
The air conditioner is too strong to stay any longer for ordering desserts.
Perfect like always !!
On a small note : there was a terrible couple behind use loud & yelling. Nobody tell them anything.
When people does not properly behave, we should show them the door, even if they have money.
La nourriture servie chez Jun I est toujours de qualité supérieure & aux saveurs & textures succulentes. C'est encore une fois l'expérience que nous y avons eu. Le service étais courtois & agréable & le personnel a répondu à toutes nos attentes. On y retournera avec plaisir.
I’m not a person that ever leaves reviews but JunI was so spectacular I simply had to. Very friendly & attentive waitstaff that know what they’re talking about when asked about the products. They deliver each item with an entire description & breakdown so you’re not left guessing. Highest quality fish & drinks. The chef himself personally comes out to every table to ensure they had a quality experience & to ask about the night. 10/10 spot.
Very friendly & attentive waitstaff that know what they're talking about when asked about the products. Highest quality fish & drinks. The chef himself personally comes out to every table to ensure they had a quality experience. 10/10 spot.
Sep 3, 2023
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It was very loud. The waiter didn't know the menu very well. We wanted to try a bunch of the special sushi & asked for help but he just said do the tasting.
Thomas is my favourite server & served me this time, but I have had really good experiences with the others. Support staff is also very attentive & polite. I appreciate that the hostess heard me speaking to Thomas in English & switched to English even though I'm bilingual & greeted her in French initially. The little details are always thoughtfully carried out at Jun I.
