Creativity – Simplicity – Balance Japanese cuisine is an art in which aesthetics stem from product freshness and quality and where preparation is as critical as presentation. The dishes must be pleasing both to the eye and palate, making Japanese cuisine a truly sensual experience. Mikado modestly tries to master this art in skilfully preparing sushi and sashimi as well as teriyaki, tempura, soba and a vast assortment of other succulent dishes. Among the pioneers of Japanese cuisine in Montreal back in 1987, Mikado first opened with an 80-seat capacity and only two employees. But through the magic of word of mouth, Mikado expanded and can now welcome 130 guests in a pleasant, family-style and laid back environment conducive to appreciation of great food. Kimio Nguyen, the chef-owner, now has under his wing a wonderful team of over 40 loyal and attentive professionals whose culinary philosophy is based on Japanese tradition while taking into account the eclectic tastes of Montrealers. Three basic elements underpin Mikado's philosophy: creativity, simplicity and balance. Creativity to dazzle with original dishes; simplicity to allow for the experience of full unadulterated flavours; and balance to beautifully bring together tastes, textures, ingredients and colours. The attention to detail and aesthetics is reflected in the decor and even in the use of hand-made tableware. With all this in mind, Mikado tries to fulfil the needs and desires of its customers. And for those with a taste for the unknown and the wildly creative, the chefs at Mikado will gladly prepare special dishes to delight your whims and fancies on the spot!
Mikado is widely praised for fresh, beautifully presented sushi, a warm refined atmosphere, and attentive, knowledgeable staff. Guests compliment the variety of sashimi and rolls, the quality of ingredients, and the strong cocktails and sake program, with many noting the calm dining room and the ability to linger. Some criticisms mention value for price, occasional service inconsistencies, and experiences with sushi arriving cold or timing issues, but overall the experience is described as excellent or very good, with highlights including dumplings, agedashi tofu, special rolls, and thoughtful menu customization. Frequent visitors describe Mikado as a top Montreal sushi destination, a place to celebrate special occasions, and a reliable choice for a memorable night out.
Wonderful family who runs an establishment serving top-tier high-quality sushi & Japanese dishes.
The atmosphere, service, & food/drink quality is amazing!
Recommend for date nights, family celebrations, & work dinners.
The service from Leah was excellent. The lunch specials are delicious & have an appetizer, entree & dessert. Highly recommend will be back. We celebrated my husband's birthday here & it was wonderful. It's also a beautiful place.
Jun 3, 2025
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First time experience here & it really impressed me! The fish was incredibly fresh & each sushi roll was full of flavour. Would definitely recommend. Service was also excellent!
Beautifully renovated inside. Owners are exceptional people. Fish is great & new ambiance is amazing. They also treat my children like VIP, which is an added bonus.
From our warm greeting upon arrival to the gracious & professional service this meal was superb. The food was extraordinary each serving unique & delicious! The cocktails were fabulous & the ice cream was insanely good. It was a wonderful experience definitely a must !
We came with high expectations but left disappointed. Despite arriving early, we waited 30 minutes past our reservation time to be seated at the sushi bar. Service was slow & our waiter barely acknowledged us. From our seats, we saw two chefs cough into their hands & continue preparing food, which was very concerning. While the sushi tasted fresh & delicious, I became very ill shortly after getting home-that was the last straw. On top of everything, the payment machine forced a minimum 18% tip, which isn't legal. Overall: great food, but poor service, questionable hygiene, & an unfortunate ending to the night.
Absolutely amazing sushi-easily in my top favorites in town! The quality is outstanding, prices are very reasonable, & everything we tried was beyond delicious. The lobster roll, in particular, was one of the best we've ever had. Beautiful decor, great ambiance, good service, & a nice location. Highly recommend!
Everything was remarkable, from the dishes to the drinks. I particularly loved the raw scallops, & the sushi & sashimi were outstanding. Although I'm usually not a big fan of vegetarian sushi, the one served here was exceptional. The sake, Masumi, was also delicious, boasting a dry & fruity flavour.
We asked our waiter to improvise the menu order based on a few preferences we shared, & we weren't disappointed! The selection was fantastic & the sushi was delicious. Very thoughtful service overall too. We also enjoyed that it wasn't too loud & that we could carry on a conversation without having to raise our voices.
Nous avons demandé à notre serveur d'improviser la composition du menu en fonction de quelques préférences que nous avions partagées, & nous n'avons pas été déçus ! Le choix était fantastique & les sushis délicieux. Le service était très attentionné dans l'ensemble. Nous avons également apprécié le calme & d'avoir pu jaser sans avoir à élever la voix.
Food: I would definitely recommend the sashimi assortment & toro, everything tasted so fresh & had a great texture. The sushi rolls are quite unique, twists on the classics, & it was very enjoyable to taste.
The desserts deserve their own highlight, the deconstructed apple pie was so refreshing & the cherry pie is absolutely irresistible. I loved the mix of flavours & textures, & they might be one of my favourite desserts in Montreal.
Service: Our waiter was amazing, he was incredibly nice & patient with our questions, also very friendly. He recommended that we try custom cocktails from the bartender, who can make a drink based on your preferences, & all of them were perfectly on point, & they were delicious.
Atmosphere: Really great vibes for a night out with friends or date night. I cannot recommend it enough.
2025: Patron for over ten years is now disappointed. While the location is expensive on rent & the staff smile - the food is below par for these prices. The crab tempura was weak & the dipping sauce was a disaster. The maki where average. I can make better than this at home. Outstanding: Tuna Royal. I will give this place only one more chance.
