Overall, reviews portray Momiji par OTTO as a stylish, cozy spot delivering exceptional food with extraordinarily fresh fish, thoughtful presentation, and a diverse menu that blends Japanese and French influences. Diners highlight standout dishes such as grilled lamb skewers with chimichurri, Suzuki Crudo, Sashimi Moriawase, Otoro Nigiri, and the Momiji Box, a chef's tasting that showcases a variety of flavors and textures; the Momiji salad and other greens receive nods. The cod cheeks are often singled out for rich flavor when perfectly prepared, though one note mentions slight variation in texture on a later visit. The duck tataki, foie gras skewers, truffle maki, and mazemen options like cod mazemen and truffle mazemen are repeatedly praised for depth and balance. Desserts, including a vanilla raspberry option and inventive mousse desserts, receive enthusiastic endorsements, as do cocktails and sake pairings. While some diners find prices steep, the overall experience is described as memorable, with attentive service and a welcoming atmosphere that invites a return visit.
Food was great. The momiji box is a must try - very fun. We got the beef carpaccio & suzuki crudo & both were a hit. Cocktails were a bit underwhelming. Need to invest in better chairs & bar stools.
Wow! This place was pricey but very tasty. We ordered the kiasendon & all the fish was super fresh & had a sweet, oceany taste. We also had the cod mazemen & the mazemen itself was so creamy & unctuous. The cod was delicious, but was a bit mushy & overcooked. The interior was gorgeous & clean, & the service was top notched. I would definitely come back again if I was ever in the area.
new place in royalmount mall. nice decor. open kitchen. quality of ingredients are top notch & so is the service. impeccable but on the pricey end. must try the appetizer salad, cod cheeks & their rolls. the wings are also a puzzle they keep them intact but the bones are removed!!!
The place is charming, clean, & modern, with warm dim lighting & good music.
The staff were kind & efficient.
The food is original, complex, & flavorful. (I recommend the duck tataki as a starter-perfect for foie gras lovers-& the black truffle maki, along with other creative sushi pairings & delicious sashimi.)
The wonderful owner is often present, guiding guests with wine or sake pairings & helping with dessert choices, all infused with the French-Japanese fusion spirit.
Overall: excellent Japanese fusion cuisine, a great location, & efficient, attentive staff.
Went to Momiji with a bunch of friends & the service was more than amazing. Water cups always full, amazing drinks & amazing waiters. The food was also to die for, would recommend to any local or people visiting the city for any occasions! Special thanks to Vien, Gabie & Keke!!!
New restaurant in the royalmount complex; Sister restaurant to the otto bar, so expectations were high in terms of food. Momiji did not disappoint. The freshness of the fish was on point. Presentation of the food was beautiful. Honorable mention to the foie gras skewer & the momiji box. The space was beautifully decorated. The service was a little slow for a thursday lunch , but all in all I would recommend this place for a date night.
Excellent food, but the service was a bit lacking.
The ebi Bao are delicious, tasty, good mix of flavors, the duck tataki with the foie gras again was well done, the momiji tasting box had lots of neat different options, but where the evening & experience was a miss was with the service.
We asked what would pair well with our order & our first waiter hesitated, briefly mentioned a Chardonnay & said we could try a few & decide on which bottle we would order.
He ran off & was replaced by another colleague who appeared with the Chardonnay (which Chardonnay? That remains a mystery, the name never mentioned, the label facing the palm of her hand...) we got to taste it & it was good, & as soon as I mentioned it she poured two glasses before I could finish saying we'll take a bottle & she dashed off.
I guess it'll be a glass... We start eating, the bao & box promptly arrive but the duck was missing. We got an appetizer & a main & missing an appetizer...
We enjoy our glass of mystery Chardonnay & we ask for the cocktail menu, we get the duck, which we enjoy (great sauce!) but the cocktail menu only appeared after we ate the duck & finished half the momiji box.
We never got to order a cocktail, our waiter that became a waitress never showed up again & a third waiter or host or manager showed up, I asked for the bill & we left.
The cocktails look great, but we never got to sample them.
Great food, mediocre service. I got better service at the food court of the royalmount & at the Sammi dumpling even when they are in the middle of a rush.
Jul 26, 2025
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What an incredible experience ! We dropped in on a Thursday night without reservation. We were seated outdoors which was very pleasant. The service by Aimi was impeccable, she was so sweet & professional & all her recommendations were on point.
The crispy shrimp bao (ebi bao) were so tasty, the lamb skewer with chimi churri was perfectly cooked & the gindara mazemem with cod was absolutely incredible - creamy & with perfectly cooked cod.
We are frequent visitors of the Royalmount as we live nearby & have tried many of its restaurants, but this one tops our list !
The food was good, but for the price, I wouldn't go back. I didn't feel it was an experience that makes me want to return. None of the dishes impressed us, & overall it was actually disappointing.
