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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Hand rolled sushi (Japanese-style temaki)
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Motto HandRoll Bar offers a unique and intimate dining experience that consistently impresses visitors with its high-quality, fresh ingredients and expertly prepared handrolls. The restaurant features a stylish, speakeasy-inspired atmosphere where guests can watch chefs craft sushi right in front of them, creating an engaging and immersive environment. While the service is frequently described as attentive, friendly, and professional, some diners noted the fast-paced nature of the seating policy and modest portion sizes. Overall, the combination of delicious crudo dishes, creative cocktails, and a vibrant, modern setting makes it a highly regarded destination for dates and social gatherings in Montreal.
J'ai adoré mon expérience au motto handroll bar. Le menu est intéressant, unique & délicieux, les chefs préparent le repas au centre du restaurant & les clients mangent autour d'eux au bar. Le concept est génial. Le restaurant permet seulement 19 places & il n'y a pas de réservation, c'est premier arrivé, premier servi ! Il y a plusieurs services puisque dans la soirée puisque nous avions 75 minutes pour manger. Je recommande vivement.
A great new spot that opened less than a year ago, very cozy, with amazing staff & good house music playing in the background at night.
It's a small, intimate space where the chef prepares your hand rolls & sushi right in front of you. There are no reservations-first come, first served-& seating is limited to about 1 hour & 15 minutes per group.
The food is excellent. The A5 aburi wagyu ($22 per piece), imported from Japan, is definitely a standout. They also offer off-menu items, like a sea urchin hand roll (also from Japan), along with options like salmon, toro ($20 for 2 pieces), & bluefin tuna ($15 for 2 pieces) nigiris.
For tighter budgets, they also offer set menus of 3 to 5 hand rolls at a fixed price, which ends up being more affordable than ordering everything à la carte.
I tried the negui toro, spicy shrimp, bluefin tuna, lobster, & hamachi handrolls, as well as the bluefin tuna & scallop crudo (both $20 for 4 pieces). Everything was fresh & well-executed. My favorite was definitely the toro.
Salmon is from Canada.
Tuna is from Mexico.
We also tried ice cream mochi as dessert.
We also met the owner, who pays close attention to every customer & makes sure everyone is well taken care of-super nice & welcoming.
If you're waiting or have finished eating, there are booths around the bar where you can sit & enjoy drinks. It's a perfect spot for a date or a fun night out with friends.
The drinks are great too-we had an unfiltered sake bottle, & on another visit, a bottle of wine, with a bunch or other cocktails & drinks.
I'd definitely go back.
There's no street parking, but you can find paid parking nearby or park on neighboring streets.
Un grand merci à Michael 😍 pour son accueil chaleureux & leur service impeccable. Le concept est unique & parfaitement exécuté !!! voir les handrolls préparés devant nous rend l'expérience encore plus spéciale.
Mention spéciale au wagyu flambé, un véritable chef-d'oeuvre !
Ambiance élégante, musique parfaite, tout est au rendez-vous pour une soirée mémorable. Bravo je recommande sans hésiter 😋😋😋
Apr 18, 2026
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I had dinner here recently & OMG the food completely blew me away! The fish was very fresh & you can tell it's good quality. The ambience & service were amazing too! Especially chef Minh, I had the chance to sit at the bar & he was very attentive & friendly:) Highly recommend!
Très sympa ce bar à sushi. J'ai été sur l'heure du dîner toute seule. Menu très intéressant & rassasiant. L'accueil est chaleureux ils m'ont mise à l'aise & les rolls sont délicieux & frais. J'y retourne définitivement mais en soirée la prochaine fois.
Had an amazing experience at Motto Handroll Bar, amazing food, ambiance, service an the cocktails are beautifully made. The atmosphere is very warm, perfect place for a special outing with your significant other. The reason for the 4 star review is because although the food is of high quality, the portions are very small for the price paid.
Great vibe & even better drinks. The bartender really know what they're doing & were super friendly the entire time. The atmosphere is fun but relaxed, making it a perfect spot to hang out with friends or unwind after a long day. Definitely a go-to hand bar- the waiter Will created a amazing vibe shout out to him. I'll be back for sure
(One star deducted by my stomach, which left deeply disappointed)
Motto Handroll Bar is dangerously delicious. The salmon & hamachi hand rolls are unreal, the salmon crudos are next-level, & the whole sit-at-the-bar concept is super cool. The vibe is great, the place feels alive, & the servers were on us like ninjas from the second we walked in until the second… the timer expired.
Because yes, there's a timer.
Before that though, let's talk portions. These hand rolls are tiny. Not'cute tiny.' Not'refined tiny.' More like'did this just disappear?' tiny. Everything tasted amazing, but it felt like we went out for an appetizer marathon & accidentally skipped dinner. We left still hungry, emotionally confused, & Googling nearby food options.
Now the best part: the 1 hour & 15 minute rule. I understand people are waiting. Totally fair. But here's the comedy. When our time was up, we wanted to order MORE food. As in, give you MORE money. Instead, we were politely told our time was over & it was time to go. So yes, we left not full… because we literally weren't allowed to eat more. Incredible business plot twist.
Quick warning: the shrimp hand roll didn't do it for me. Everything else? Fresh, tasty, beautifully done.
Would I come back? Absolutely. But next time I'm ordering like I'm speed-running the menu & training for it beforehand. No hesitation. No pauses. Full send.
Amazing vibe, great service, fantastic food. Bigger portions & a rethink on the time limit would turn this from'elite snack experience' into an actual dinner.
This is as much delicious food as it is an experience.
The interior is stunning & intimate. The service is great & the staff friendly.
The food was extremely fresh & flavorful. But wish the sushi chefs would interact more.
If I could suggest one thing about the restaurant is that they move some of the'bar' elements away to another area, to make it more immersive. Seeing lit up coolers with pop & beer took away from the vibe.
Otherwise a great spot. Would go back. Oh, & the miso soup was 10/10. Sometimes it's about the simple things.
Motto Hand Roll is that spot. The whole experience hits every sense - the high-end diffuser scent when you walk in, the stunning bar-style setup, the textures & flavours that are honestly next level, & décor that feels sleek & sexy. The hospitality ties it all together in such an effortless way.
It's the ideal place for a date night or a business dinner when you want to impress. Elevated, intimate, & unforgettable.
Would 10/10 recommend. Already planning my next visit.
