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.
Excellent restaurant! J'ai adoré tout ce que j'ai mangé, particulièrement le crudos Salmon Tataki & le Nigiri Wagyu (Hokkaido). L'expérience en vaut la peine, on mange assis en face du chef, & tout le personnel est très réactif & attentif à nos besoins. L'ambiance est calme mais vivante (on s'entend bien parler), le staff est chaleureux, & ils ont même pris de shots avec nous!
MIKE & MARIA MADE OUR NIGHT & WERE AMAZING DESPITE HOW ANNOYING OUR GROUP WAS! SHOUTOUT TO THEM & THEIR MATCHA COCKTAIL IS CHEF KISS :)) bring ur date there, they'd fall in love w u 🫰🏽
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.
May 28, 2026
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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 😋😋😋
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.
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.
