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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!
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3.0
The restaurant is chic & understated. It's perfect for an intimate date night. The staff is kind, but it appears they might have been understaffed on the night we were there, as service was extremely slow. We got our sashimi & appetizers at the very end of the service. The food is fresh, but nothing mind blowing. For similar prices, I can find much higher quality in prime locations as well.
Nov 21, 2023
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5.0
Très belle expérience générale! Bonne nourriture & bon service. Ce fut un plaisir de souper là-bas.
Nov 18, 2023
on Google
4.0
The food is very fresh & tasty. The servers are great but it does take a little while before you get your food. The restaurant itself is pretty too.
Nov 17, 2023
on Google
5.0
the service we had was honestly so incredible, amazing staff with so much attention to detail. everything we were served was amazing. above & beyond my expectations!!!✨✨
Nov 11, 2023
on Google
5.0
Excellent preparation & savory food. Selection of tea after the meal was very nice.
Oct 29, 2023
on Google
5.0
Trés bon restaurant , nourriture excellente
Trés bon service & accueille .
Sep 16, 2023
on Google
2.0
Disappointing food quality. Degraded service quality. No hot towels provided for customer use before order which is the minimum sincere service provided in before .
Sep 16, 2023
on Google
3.0
Service wasn’t perfect. We needed to ask for plates, chopsticks & soy sauce. It’s pricey for what it is. Oh & everyone at the table got diarrhea
Sep 1, 2023
on Google
4.0
Excellente restaurant de sushi... Nous l'utilisions pour nos repas à emporter... Valeur sure & qualité assuré... Seul bémol ils ne gèrent pas toujours adéquatement les allergies... Mais un incontournable sur la rue Laurier Ouest.
Aug 22, 2023
on Google
alexandre514
1 Review
5.0
There's absolutely no doubt you pay for quality, & Mikado is 100% worth every penny. Every trip I make to Mikado is an unbelievable experience. I am always greeted with a big smile & lots of care & attention.
From the moment you enter the restaurant the service is impeccable. & though the restaurant is now setup taking into account COVID-19 it doesn't feel intrusive, or in anyway takes away from the personal touches.
The menu is of course fabulous, however, it is the little extras I love, with nothing being too much effort. All this whilst the wine & water remained topped up without any prompting or getting the way of good conversation.
It was great to see the dining room was full, & everyone seemed to be having a good time. I left full & very happy. Everyone must visit this fabulous restaurant!
Sep 15, 2020
MrGQ
1 Review
5.0
I bring a different girl to this restaurant every single week, so you can believe me when I tell you that this place keeps not only their service A1 all the time, but most importantly... THE FOOD IS BOMB & CONSISTENT GODDAM 😍. Sometimes I forget that there is even a girl sitting In front of me all I can think about is those sushi roles 😩. & their presentation is literally food porn. Also they have very attractive waiters & waitresses;)..
Enjoy mikado!
Sep 14, 2020
MarcoDee-5515
1 Review
5.0
The food was perfect & the service was fast. I will definitely be back for more!
Sep 14, 2020
AddictedHyp-7073
1 Review
5.0
Best sushi in montreal! highly recommend this restaurant, service was great
Sep 14, 2020
EloïseGra-115
1 Review
2.5
The food is great, I have been a customer for over 20 years. I had a horrible experience tonight. I ordered online in the afternoon for a delivery at 6pm for 5 people. Called at 5h45pm to confirm that the order was on the way. Called again at 6h30pm & was told again that it was on the way. I ended up receiving only half (!?) my order at 6h45pm. It was not the wrong order, they simply somehow decided to prepare half my order! Very frustrating because by that time, everyone was quite hungry & I did not have enough food. I called to complain. They said there was no manager in the restaurant & they apologized for being short staffed!! Horrible service. Very disappointed.
Dec 12, 2019
Incognito 49
1 Review
5.0
On a beaucoup aimé !!
Souper en tête a tête, réservation pour samedi 18H30.
Accueil chaleureux, beau décor & service impeccable.
Un gros merci a la Serveuse-Hôtesse ABI
pour ses conseils & son sourire.
Nous sommes des habitués des mets japonais, & nous n'avons pas été déçus de notre visite chez Mikado (rue Laurier ouest), car tout était délicieux & très bien présenté.
Nous y retournerons sans doute pour déguster
le Menu dégustation du Chef.
Merci également à Nick pour sa courtoisie.
Jan 12, 2014
Foodie
3 Reviews
4.5
D'après nous, l'un des meilleurs restaurants de sushis à Montréal.
Pour consulter notre critique détaillée avec des photos, suivez ce lien: http://gingembreetwasabi.com/2013/11/19/mikado-laurie
Nov 20, 2013
Foodie
1 Review
3.0
Terrible service.
Had reserved one of the private rooms for a large party & we were completely ignored the first hour we were there. Instead of getting special service while they were not busy, we were forgotten. Several members of the group went to ask for service, & all we ever got were grunts by staff passing by.
After waiting over an hour, the very inexperienced waitress could barely get us menus & our drinks orders.
Food was served about 2.5 hours after we were first seated.
Very unfortunate as the food there is actually very good, but will not be back due to the poor service.
Jul 21, 2013