Mona Loa offers a vibrant fusion of Japanese culinary artistry and tropical Hawaiian flavors, creating a unique dining experience in the heart of the city. Guests can explore a diverse menu featuring expertly crafted sushi rolls, sashimi, and other Japanese specialties, complemented by island-inspired dishes that evoke the spirit of aloha. The atmosphere balances a sophisticated setting with a relaxed island vibe, making it suitable for both intimate gatherings and lively evenings. Signature offerings include fresh, high-quality seafood prepared with precision and presented with artistic flair. Whether indulging in a traditional teriyaki or savoring a poke bowl, Mona Loa provides a memorable escape through its distinct culinary offerings and engaging ambiance.
Mona Loa offers a unique and visually stunning cave-inspired atmosphere that many patrons find magical and perfect for a night out. Reviews highlight the inventive cocktails and flavorful food options, such as sushi and various appetizers, which contribute to a memorable supper club experience. While many visitors praise the attentive and charismatic service provided by the staff, others have noted inconsistencies, including long wait times, challenges with table management, and occasional issues with food quality or portion sizes relative to the price. Overall, the venue is frequently recommended for its vibrant music, immersive design, and lively energy, making it a popular choice for celebrations, despite some mixed feedback regarding service efficiency and dining logistics.
Had such a great experience here, love the interior really feels like you've travelled somewhere else. Great appetizers, good music & an exceptionally knowledgeable bartender Nish, who was incredibly charismatic, courteous, & creative with cocktail recommendations that were tailored to our liking. 10/10 recommend for a cute girls night out, see you again soon!
This weekend, I went there with a group of friends to celebrate my friend's birthday. Since we were a large group, an 18% gratuity was automatically included, which normally wouldn't be an issue if the service had matched the experience unfortunately, it did not. The service was extremely slow throughout the night, & there were several mistakes with our orders. On top of that, there were also issues with the bill at the end, & it took a very long time for the staff to correct everything. Our table was placed right beside a very loud speaker, making it difficult for anyone at the table to even hear each other speak. One of the tables was also unstable & shaking, which caused one of my friend's drinks to spill. The food itself was good, & I understand this is meant to be a higher-end restaurant, but the portions were extremely small for the price. Overall, the food was enjoyable, but the service & overall dining experience were really disappointing.
This place has ambience down to an art. The moment I walked in, it felt like I'd wandered into a stylish underground cave - cozy, moody, & totally different from the usual restaurant setup.
Food-wise, I went all in. The Mona Loa roll was bright & delicious, the Sake King tartare was melt?in?your?mouth good, & the garden rolls were crisp & refreshing. The tofu no hana surprised me with how delicate & flavorful it was. & the dorayaki at the end? Soft, sweet perfection.
Cet endroit est une total insulte au monde de la restauration. Un endroit tape à l'oeil ou le décors ne suit pas la qualité...juste du tape a l'oeil...
C'est du superficiel avec des gens partout qui se font des selfies & qui par la même occasion rendent l'atmosphère étrange & immature ...
Nourriture incroyablement médiocre!
Les cocktails chères & très médiocres aussi à des prix ridiculement trop élevés!
Le tout avec une attente démesurée pour chaque commande ou demande...
We came to Montreal, very excited for this dinner reservation & was extremely disappointed.
I really wish we had picked another restaurant…
The drinks were very good, the food was awful.
Our sushi, the rice was dried out & old so we had to send it back but still was charged. We had the filet for our main & it was the only thing we actually ate.
The carrots were raw so we couldn't eat them & the fries were cold….
We were shocked at the poor quality of food.
Atmosphere is cool but couldn't get out of there fast enough to actually get something decent to eat.
