Kyoto draws broad praise for exceptionally fresh fish, thoughtful balance in each bite, and striking presentation that makes the meal feel special; many reviewers rank it among Montreal's best sushi spots and some call it the top choice for sushi lovers. Service is frequently described as fast, attentive, and friendly, with atmosphere earning positive mentions, though a few notes point to a limited wine and sake list and room for refinement. While prices are sometimes noted as higher than average, the consensus is that quality and consistency justify the value, and takeout options and a small, intimate setting add to the appeal. Occasional critiques include rare bones in sashimi and vegetables on platters that seemed dry, but these do not detract from the overall strong impression.
Good food, fast & courteous service, but it could improve. The taste is there & I must come back again to check the consistency. But nice surprise so far. Need to improve on the water filling though. Verdict : definitely give it a try. Came back again in April 2022 & still good. Came again in August 2023, still good. Tried again in January 2024. I think is going towards a 5**** soon. Came back again in March 2024 still great. Came back again in May 2024 & still the same quality. Again in June 2024 still good. Again in July 2024.February 2025. May 2025. Now, September 2025. I tried octopus salad & would NOT recommend - very chewy. It deserves 5 stars, just for the effort they put so will raise my 4 to 5. Keep up the good job. I can only say there is another sushi restaurant in Montreal as good as this one. Verdict : give it a try.
This is a very good Japanese restaurant, easily ranking in my top 3 in Montreal. While the food is excellent, the service could use some refinement. Additionally, the wine & sake selections were quite limited, as many choices were unavailable.
Consistently solid fish. Rice is on point. In my view, their traditional rolls are stronger than the modern rolls. Scallops from Japan are always a stand out. They made a mistake last order & immediately corrected it by including the roll for free. Prices are very reasonable.
May 25, 2025
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We stumbled upon this place by accident. So happy we did. Food, service & atmosphere were all top notch. I've been enjoying sushi since the seventies & have had it in Japan. This place isn't fancy but it delivers the goods. Wish we lived closer! 😭
I've been coming to this restaurant since 2018, after deciding it was time to move on from AYCE sushi, & I've never looked back. To this day, it remains my favorite sushi spot. It's become the benchmark I use to compare any new sushi spots I try. The ingredients are fresh, the quality is consistently excellent, & I've left satisfied every time. Highly recommended.
Apr 11, 2025
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I ordered takeout & am mesmerized with the quality of the sushi. Everything just feels right in the palate with the intertwine of flavours. I highly recommend to anyone who loves sushi!
