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MOTTO HandRoll Bar RestoMontreal.ca
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MOTTO HandRoll Bar RestoMontreal.ca
MOTTO HandRoll Bar RestoMontreal.ca
MOTTO HandRoll Bar RestoMontreal.ca
MOTTO HandRoll Bar RestoMontreal.ca
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MOTTO HandRoll Bar

Montreal's Temaki Bar
NewOld Montreal
4.7$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 5 pm
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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.

Our Specialties

Hand rolled sushi (Japanese-style temaki)

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We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac, Mobile Payment, Contactless Payment

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Walk in - No reservation.

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Reviews for MOTTO HandRoll Bar

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*as of 2026-04-04
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Reviews describe MOTTO HandRoll Bar as an intimate, stylish spot with a warm, welcoming energy and a focus on ultra-fresh fish. Hand rolls are made to order and praised for balance, texture, and refined presentation, with sauces and accompaniments complementing the seafood flavors. The atmosphere is repeatedly described as ideal for a date night or a casual night out with friends, combining coziness with a lively bar vibe. Service is consistently highlighted as friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, with staff guiding guests through selections and ensuring a smooth experience. Cocktails and drinks are noted for quality and craft, pairing well with the menu. Some comments mention small portions for the price and a time-based dining format, but the overall experience, from the counter to the hospitality, leaves diners planning a return and recommending MOTTO HandRoll Bar for both the food and the ambiance.
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Lara
5.0

Really beautiful date spot, super vibey & intimate.
The fish they used for the hand rolls was so fresh! The toro roll & salmon roll were the best I think

Feb 17, 2026
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Julia
5.0

Thanks to our waitress Cathy, wonderful service, delicious food, the organic salmon handroll is a must try, will definitely come back

Jan 28, 2026
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Hassan
4.0

(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.

Jan 1, 2026
on Google
Yiota
5.0

Truly incredible experience, the service was amazing from top to bottom. We tried a good portion of the menu & it did not disappoint. The salmon & crap hand rolls were DELICIOUS✨ the fish was so fresh & high quality, very decently priced for quality. We will most definitely be back very soon

Dec 22, 2025
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Jasper
5.0

Heard great things about this spot by friends & wow it didn't disappoint! The salmon was incredible! Fresh food, great signature cocktails but above all our waitress Cathy was delightful!! Her recommendations were spot on & her infectious smile made us feel so welcomed!! thank you Cathy & Motto !!

Nov 21, 2025
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Emma
5.0

Honestly had a wonderful lunch at Motto. Our server Will was truely amazing & present during our service. The salmon is beyond this world ! So fresh & tasty. 10/10 would recommand for either lunch or dinner !

Oct 23, 2025
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Jess
5.0

We had an amazing experience at Motto! Maria was so great & helped us choose which rolls to get. Everything we tried was extremely flavourful, fresh & delicious. Best Salmon Tataki i've ever had, by far! Our favourite roll was the baked crab. The cocktails were great & the price was extremely reasonable :)

Oct 6, 2025
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