Le Château Maneki is described as a tiny, intimate spot with a speakeasy vibe upstairs, where the atmosphere is warm, charming and often noted as Instagrammable; the menu is praised for freshness and creativity, featuring pressed sushi, sushi dogs, tartare and other inventive dishes, paired with standout cocktails and mocktails that many reviewers loved. Staff are frequently highlighted as friendly and attentive, contributing to memorable date nights or gatherings, but several comments point to drawbacks such as very small seating areas, stairs at the entrance, occasional slow or uneven service, and prices that some feel are high for the portion sizes. Despite these caveats, many reviewers call it a hidden gem worth visiting to experience the unique concept, plan to return, and appreciate the overall experience and the emphasis on presentation and flavor.
I had an amazing dining experience at Château Maneki! The restaurant's unique pink castle setting instantly caught my attention, & their pressed sushi is simply delicious. I tried the 📌Tartare de Thon, 📌Maneki Classic, & 📌Unagi Kabayaki, & each dish was beautifully presented & packed with flavor. The balance of textures & tastes is perfect. I also ordered the 📌Rose Poison mocktail, which was refreshing & a perfect complement to the meal. If you are a sushi lover or just looking for a new, fun, creative spot to dine, Château Maneki is a good choice :)
Château Moneki was an amazing experience! I took my kids, who are huge sushi fans, & they absolutely loved it. The sushi flambé was unique & delicious, with the perfect balance of flavor & presentation. The atmosphere was relaxed yet fun, making it a great spot for families. We'll definitely be coming back!
Oct 9, 2024
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Le Château Maneki is straight-up iconic! You have to go. It's in this super aesthetic pink & blue castle, & the vibe is just unreal. The staff is beyond nice, like they make you feel like you belong there. I tried all of their torched sushis & OMG, the Sake Truffle?! Literally blew my mind. The salmon just melts, & the truffle is pure magic. The mocktails? Fire. & the patio? Total vibe !! perfect for chilling with friends. If you haven't been to Le Château Maneki yet, what are you even doing with your life?! This place is an absolute MUST. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Sushis originaux & goûteux. Pour ma part j'ai aimé mais je trouve qu'il y a beaucoup trop de riz versus la quantité de poisson. Moi je serais prète à payer pour une version qui en aurait moins. Les makis étaient bon mais à cause du riz tu peux pas tout manger tu te sens plein rendu à moitié;(. Le prochain problème avec le manque de poisson est la faim qui va apparaitre à nouveau d'ici 2h. Belle audace d'avoir crée un tel endroit dans ce château rose c'est original quand même & occupé! Excellent tartare de thon!
I recently tried the Sushi Pressed at Château Maneki in Montreal, & it was exceptional. The fresh, high-quality fish layered with perfectly seasoned rice created a harmonious blend of flavors. The presentation was elegant, & the service was impeccable. Highly recommended for sushi lovers looking for something special!
Une belle réappropriation de l'espace au vibe nostalgique de l'ancienne crèmerie à l'allure de château rose-bleu. Les sushis hako sont bien instagrammables, la préparation se fait sous nos yeux dans le concept de cuisine ouverte derrière la vitre. La saveur crevettes spicy crush est vraiment bonne, bien balancée. La saveur classique maneki est bonne, mais je l'ai moins aimé car la généreuse sauce srirasha masque le saumon, ce qui dommage pour des sushis qui ne sont pas donnés. Il y a quelques tables à pique-nique, stationnements, mais compte tenu de la popularité, s'attendre à une file & probablement pas de places assises; on a pris pour emporter. Il faudra essayer leur tartares & aussi la crème molle pour une bonne évaluation de leur menu.
I was sad when the ice cream shop that was previously at this pink & blue castle closed down. It was an institution for years & many in the neighbourhood were afraid that the next owner would tear down the castle. Happy to see that Château Maneki not only kept the original look of the place, they added a few modern touches as well to give this place a very cool vibe. The menu is very interesting & different from many other run-of-the-mill sushi shops, with oshizushi (pressed sushi), donburi & tartare. For our first visit, we took the sake truffle oshizushi & the maneki classique tartare. The Sake Truffle was very flavourful, quite spicy, & filling even for my husband! The tartare was just also perfectly spicy & came with tooons of crispy taro chips which I love. We found the prices to be quite reasonable. Looking forward to coming back & eating on their little terrasse. The place was a little busy even for a wednesday lunch, so do expect a bit of wait for your food during rush hour as they are recently opened!
Jul 31, 2024
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This is a spot you MUST TRY. Yes they have ice cream yay! The flavor changes regularly. Very good sushis flambées, which makes Le Chateau Maneki stands out from the other sushi spots in the area. They also have a small terrace & a parking lot. It's a cool & relaxed vibe. Super friendly staffs as well!oved my time there. We had : - Maneki Classique - Donburi Truffé au Maguro - Pineapple drink (mocktail) Will definitely come back for more!
Si vous cherchez une expérience culinaire unique où la convivialité se marie parfaitement avec la gastronomie, je vous recommande vivement Château Maneki. Spécialisé dans les sushis flambés & les cocktails originaux, ce restaurant est un véritable joyau pour les amateurs de cuisine japonaise & de soirées mémorables. Dès votre arrivée, vous serez accueilli par une ambiance chaleureuse & intime, où les quatre propriétaires se font un plaisir de vous servir personnellement. Chacun d'eux met la main à la pâte, garantissant une attention & une qualité irréprochables dans chaque plat & boisson. Les sushis flambés sont un must-try : leur saveur exquise & leur présentation artistique en font une véritable expérience sensorielle. Pour accompagner ces délices, ne manquez pas les cocktails originaux, qui rivalisent d'ingéniosité & de créativité. Avec son atmosphère accueillante & son service dévoué, Château Maneki promet une soirée inoubliable où chaque visiteur se sent comme chez lui. Un lieu parfait pour partager de bons moments entre amis & famille dans leur magnifique terrasse.
