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 fresh, interactive dining experience where hand rolls are prepared right in front of guests, set in an intimate, stylish atmosphere with attentive, friendly service. With high quality seafood, a variety of hand rolls and crudos, and well crafted cocktails, the overall experience emphasizes freshness and craft, making it a memorable choice for a date or a night out with friends. Portions are on the smaller side for the price, but the standout quality and unique concept make it a worthwhile visit.
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.
May 2, 2026
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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 😋😋😋
Incredible! We came in before closing & had the most incredible dinner & drinks. Such great service & food. Our server Raluca & the chefs were amazing. Thank you!!
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!
Motto was a fantastic experience. I sat at the counter & asked the chef for recommendations - he suggested the scallop handroll & the hamachi crudo, & both were outstanding. The scallop in particular was so fresh & perfectly balanced that I ended up ordering a second one. Each handroll was made right in front of me & served immediately, which made a huge difference in texture & flavor.
It actually reminded me a lot of Kazunori in New York - same focus on quality, simplicity, & timing - but with its own distinct charm. The ambiance was intimate & stylish without feeling stuffy, making it perfect for a date night or a relaxed but special evening out. I'd absolutely go back.
Nous y sommes allés à 4 personnes un samedi soir tôt & avons adoré notre expérience. Nous nous sommes laissés tenter par un menu dégustation préparé par le chef & c'était exquis. Tout était parfait! Nous recommandons chaudement cette endroit & allons y retourner sans faute.
Jan 27, 2026
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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.
Such an incredible dining experience! Motto truly lives up to the hype. The space is beautiful, with an atmosphere that feels both comfortable & effortlessly elegant. Every member of the staff is attentive & genuinely welcoming.
The chefs are extraordinary, each dish shows an impressive level of care & craftsmanship. The tuna is exceptional, & everything tastes incredibly fresh.
The cocktails are also phenomenal & pair perfectly with the menu.
I highly recommend Motto for a date night or any occasion when you want a truly memorable evening. An easy 10/10!
Absolutely amazing experience, the fish is extremely fresh. The staff, the chef & the owner will make sure you have a unique & tailored experience. 100% recommend
