Monday

Closed

Tuesday

5 pm - 9 pm

Wednesday

5 pm - 9 pm

Thursday

5 pm - 9 pm

Friday

5 pm - 9 pm

Saturday

4:30 pm - 9 pm

Sunday

4:30 pm - 9 pm

Reviews depict Karin as a warm, family-run Japanese restaurant in Montreal's NDG that feels like a home away from home. The atmosphere is intimate, with small private booths and traditional decor that adds a cozy, authentic touch. The kitchen earns high praise for fresh, well-balanced dishes, from standout sushi and sashimi to comforting staples like miso soup, tempura and various noodle bowls. Toro and other fatty cuts receive special mentions for melting in the mouth, and the nigiri selection is described as excellent and very fresh. Value for quality is noted, with some guests finding it a bit pricey, but most agree the portions are generous and the experience justifies the price. Set menus and family-style service make it easy to try a bit of everything, and the staff are consistently described as friendly, attentive and welcoming. The restaurant is repeatedly called a gem, a place that transports diners toward a Japanese dining experience in the heart of the city, with decor crafted to feel homey and intimate. Diners also mention Korean influenced options such as bibimbap and kimchi, highlighting the diverse offerings. Overall, Karin is seen as a reliable, beloved choice for occasions, returning guests and travelers seeking fresh, high-quality Japanese cuisine in a warm, inviting setting.

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Nora

5.0

Another late review. Better late than never! What a fantastic surprise to find a great Japanese restaurant in Montreal. This is a family business; the people running it come from the same household. The owner was so lovely & friendly! We came here twice while staying in Montreal because we loved the food. Everything we had was so delicious! We had tempura, poke bowl, sonomono, sushi combo, vegetable yaki soba, bento box, & probably a bit more that I can't remember. I loved how they prepared the sonomono, even the tempura was well prepared using real Japanese ingredients. Yaki soba had the taste of Japanese spices. Best sushi in town! Please visit & try their food because it was excellent! The place is cute & successfully decorated with a Japanese-style design. We saw a lot of pretty items from Japan. Excellent food & service. Highly recommended!

Jul 24, 2025

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Charlotte

Delicious & very kind service!

Jul 20, 2025

Annabelle

4.0

Bon petit resto de sushi
Ambiance chaleureuse

Jul 5, 2025

Steven

I went a couple times over the years & I'm never disappointed. I come from French Polynesia & my standards of fresh fish is pretty high & the Tuna (& all sashimis they serve), is on par with what I grew up with.

Definitely one my fevorite restaurant. You also have some separated spaces for small or bigger groups which adds a little bit of intimacy & I really like it.

Awesome place. You got the blessing from a South Pacific Islander, so go!

May 30, 2025

Margot

Restaurant excellent . Ça m'a rappelé mon voyage au Japon. Très authentique.
Restaurant tenue par une famille qui veut garder ça traditionnel.
Nous avons essayé la soupe soba, les tempura de légume , le karage, les takoyaki, le poisson salé, le sauté de soba & des sushi, tout était magnifique.
La dame qui nous a servie était adorable & le service était parfait. J'y retournerais avec plaisir !

May 25, 2025

Nous avons passé une agréable soirée au Karin. Le restaurant est tenu par la même famille depuis 38 ans, & cela se ressent dans l'ambiance chaleureuse. Nous avons eu une table pour 2 dans une petite maison, l'endroit était assez privatif & nous étions satisfaits.
La personne qui s'occupait de nous était très attentionnée & a su nous faire de bonnes suggestions.

La nourriture est arrivée assez rapidement, & le goût était incroyable! Les takoyakis fondaient en bouche, le poisson était de grande qualité & les bouillons étaient délicieux.
Les prix étaient également très raisonnables pour la qualité & les portions servies.

Je recommande fortement l'endroit & nous y retournerons pour sûr!

May 24, 2025

Amber

Everything was delicious & the owner was very friendly. Highly recommend!

May 13, 2025

Jojo

We had a reservation for a group of six & they rapidly took care of our table! This little place is a family business.

-They food is absolutely delicious! Their menu has many options as well as full courses for larger groups.

-The service was impeccable. The lady taking care of our orders was polite & kind.

-They have a diverse selection of drinks & sake.

-The pricing is reasonable depending on what you order. The full course might seem expensive, but you get your money's worth of content!

I would recommend making a reservation here if you want to spend some good time with friends or a loved one!

May 12, 2025

Best authentic Japanese restaurant in the city.

May 1, 2025

Kendy

Best Japanese restaurant in Montreal ! I totally recommend, service is one of the best I had, go there you will understand.
Price is totally justified & worth it.
Thank you so muuuchhhh

Apr 26, 2025

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Good service & good. I'll probably visit this place again

Apr 12, 2025

Alexander

This family owned & run Japanese restaurant was immediately reminiscent of my trip to Japan in terms of the atmosphere & private seating areas. The toro sashimi was the best I've had in Montreal & the tempura is as good can get. A real hidden gem, well worth the visit

Apr 6, 2025

Igman

Best sushi I've eaten in my life. They have fatty tuna which I only found in Japan. The service is also A1

Apr 5, 2025

Tane

Recommend by friends. Friendly service, great food, would definitely go again!

Apr 3, 2025

Truongmn

Amazing food, amazing service, & cozy vibes!

Mar 30, 2025

Volodymyr

Karin Japanese Restaurant is an absolute gem! This place just reminded me of Japan. The decorations with every detail thoughtfully crafted by the owner's mother, it is realy an authentic atmosphere.
The food is great & everything is made with care. Best sushi & sashimi I ever tried in Canada & as you know, freshness is true a true testament to quality. The flavors are fresh, & you can tell they use top notch ingredients. The selection of beer, sake, & other alcohol perfectly complements the meal also, if you are a tea lover you can choose from their range of Japanese teas.
The owners are originally from Japan, & of course the service is warm & welcoming & the entire restaurant feels like a slice of Japan right here in the heart of Montreal in Canada.
If you're looking for authentic Japanese dining experience look no further, I highly recommend this restaurant & will definitely visit it over & over again!

Mar 10, 2025

Carl

I ordered Taiyaki with uber eats & they were AMAZING

I have a new fish shaped addiction.

Feb 7, 2025

Hashtag

J'ai adoré ce restaurant japonais ! La nourriture était excellente & incroyablement fraîche : sashimis, poisson & même les cornets étaient savoureux. Le service était rapide, & la servante, toujours souriante & gentille, a ajouté à l'expérience. La décoration traditionnelle japonaise créait une ambiance authentique & apaisante. Grâce a cela, on s'y croyerait même au coeur du Japon. Une adresse à recommander absolument ! 10/10

Feb 6, 2025

Tiffany

Meilleur restaurant. J'ai ADORER mon expérience. La nourriture était délicieuses, frais & riche en saveurs. L'attente pour la nourriture était très rapide.La décoration traditionnelle & l'ambiance du restaurant est incroyable & apaisante. Le service était un 10/10, la serveuse était souriante & très chaleureuse. J'ai beaucoup aimer ce restaurant & j'y retournerais à 100%.

Feb 4, 2025

Zara

TOP TIER THE OWNER & HER DAUGHTER ARE SOOO NICE. The food was super good quality everything tasted amazing; the ambiance in the restaurant was exquisite, comfortable/cozy atmosphere & very well decorated, & the service is top notch they were super quick with everything overall. I would rate this place an 11/10!!!

Feb 1, 2025

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