Fresh and full of flavor, Motto Handroll is bringing a new way to enjoy sushi to Montreal. Specializing in Japanese-style temaki hand rolls, this sleek spot serves crisp nori wrapped around warm rice and premium fillings like fresh tuna, salmon, and inventive seasonal ingredients.
The made-to-order approach ensures every bite is at its peak, combining texture, temperature, and taste perfectly. With its modern design and casual yet refined vibe, Motto Handroll is quickly becoming a must-try for sushi lovers.
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Our Specialties
Hand rolled sushi (Japanese-style temaki)
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We accept: Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac, Mobile Payment, Contactless Payment
Motto HandRoll Bar offers a standout dining experience characterized by its exceptionally fresh, high-quality ingredients and expertly prepared hand rolls served directly to guests. The intimate, stylish atmosphere and lively energy make it a popular destination for dates and social gatherings. While service is consistently praised for being attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, the unique dining concept operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a time-limited seating structure that guests should keep in mind. Overall, the combination of professional staff, delicious cocktails, and authentic culinary craftsmanship creates a memorable visit for sushi enthusiasts in Montreal.
Absolutely amazing culinary experience at Motto Hand Roll! The atmosphere is such a vibe - great energy, beautiful setting, & an experience that feels special from the moment you walk in.
The food is easily a 10/10. Everything is incredibly fresh, & having each hand roll prepared right in front of you & served immediately takes it to another level. This is hand-rolled sushi done right.
I've also been to Motto for a private party, & the experience was just as amazing. The staff & management are always welcoming, attentive, & know how to create a great atmosphere.
I've already been back & will definitely continue going back. One of my favourite spots in Montreal & a must-try for sushi connoisseurs!
I had the best experience at Motto. Mike made me the special Fiestanextdoor ahah & STILL !!! The music was A1 & the food amazing. Perfect set perfect vibe to start a Saturday night out !!!
Found the restaurant on Tiktok when i was visiting Montreal & the experience was 10/10. I went alone too but had an amazing time, the food was good & I think about the wagyu nigiri & the chidori cocktail everyday. The place is also so beautiful & very intimate. I will be going back whenever I'm in MTL!
The food was just too good. I was greeted nicely by the waitress & the bartender made sure that everything was okay.
I had the salmon crudo, which was just wow. Had two salmon nigiri's which was fresh, crab HandRoll & also the shrimp. The handroll isn't massive so be sure to order around 4/5. It's not too spicy but they offer ginger & wasabi if you like. Everything was so fresh & tasty, i would definitely come back
It was a very small space, meaning you only have 75 minutes to eat & order what you like. But this wasn't a problem as the sushi chefs made the sushi very quickly.
The atmosphere was lively, with a nice low ambience. The music isn't blasting so you can talk with your friends.
Happy to see a handroll concept finally make its way to Montreal. The space is beautiful, the ambience is great, & the food itself was very good. Unfortunately, the service left a lot to be desired.
When we arrived, we were invited to wait in one of the couch areas behind the actual bar, where guests sit, order, & eat. We were a party of two & were handed drink menus, but no one ever came to take our drink order or even offer us water. We waited there for about 15 minutes.
When it was finally time to move to our seats, the waiter simply waved his hand for us to follow him, almost like a police officer directing traffic. Not a single word was exchanged. Once seated, there were menus on the table, but no one explained the concept or how ordering worked. After another 15 minutes, we finally had to ask someone how we were supposed to order, & were told that our waiter would come over.
One small observation: when the waiter eventually explained the different sections of the menu, he repeatedly referred to them as'my hand rolls' &'my crudo' rather than'our hand rolls' or'our crudo.' It's a small detail, but one that always stands out to me in hospitality. Service is a team effort, & language matters when creating a sense of hospitality & ownership.
The food was great, although I found it to be quite overpriced for what it was.
During the meal, I accidentally spilled my drink. The waiter came to take away my plate & wipe the table, but never brought me a new plate or napkin, nor did he ask whether I wanted another drink. I had to ask separately for each of these things.
Then came what felt like the cherry on top. When we wanted to order dessert, we did so, only to be told by the waiter that we should move back to the waiting couches & eat our dessert there. What made this particularly odd was that no one was waiting for our table or sitting in the seats after we left. It gave the impression that the table simply needed to be reset so the waiter could finish service earlier, as we were approaching the end of the evening.
The owner did come by to ask how we enjoyed dinner, & at the time we simply told him everything was fine.
Overall, I really wanted to love this place. The concept is exciting for Montreal, the space is beautiful, & the food is genuinely good. But for a restaurant at this price point, the level of service should be much higher. Hopefully, this was simply an off night, because the concept has a lot of potential.
Endroit très agréable avec un beau décors, un très bon service, une belle recherche culinaire.
Le restaurant est très bon.
Le service a emporter est très bon, de plus pour pouvoir garder le fraîcheur des rouleaux, ils ont tout un concept très facile à utiliser dans un film plastique.
Une belle adresse à découvrir dans le vieux Montréal
