MOTTO HandRoll Bar

Elie

5.0

L'ambiance est unique, on est assis dans un vrai sushi bar, c'est calme & chaleureux, les employés sont attentionnés, le service était excellent,le menu était bien expliqué, tout était très frais.
Compte tenu du prix il faut s'attendre à payer pour la qualité & les saveurs. Selon nous les prix étaient 100% convenable pour l'expérience!
Je conseil de prendre des crudos en entrée avec le spécial du jour en nigiri (ventre de saumon si possible) 4-5 handrolls par personnes c'est parfait ! (Le Hamashi, crevettes sucrée, Le enoki & celui aux crabes sont mes préférés)

Tyler

5.0

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!

Eufemia

5.0

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.

Danny

5.0

This is the best sushi in the city. No question. The fish is extremely fresh & high quality, the chefs know & love what they're doing, & that combo creates exceptional bites of food. I was completely blown away. & all that for decent value. My #1 recommendation for sushi lovers in mtl

Kero

5.0

The food was absolutely amazing. The tuna tataki was hands down the best I've had-fresh, flavorful, & perfectly prepared. The wagyu handroll was straight fire & worth every bite. On top of the incredible food, the service from Koi was spot on. Friendly, attentive, & made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend if you're looking for top-quality sushi & outstanding service. I'll definitely be back!

Salar

5.0

Good vibe - sushi is good. Seating is good for a date

Sacha

5.0

Very intimate, speakeasy feel. Dim lighting with groovy music, slightly on the higher end of the price spectrum but the food quality & taste is very good. Definitely a top 10 sushi spot in mtl.

Sandra

5.0

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.

F

2.0

I normally don't go to this kind of place, as it always makes much more sense to me to pay for more tangible values. I only went because of a friend's birthday & that she is into fine dining, so it was my treat. I was also curious about her tastes too.

First we were told they charge a $5 per person to drink their filtered water. The waitress boasted a bit about their superior filter & that apparently justified the price. I'd usually back out when I hear this since I take it as a bad sign setting the tone for what comes after, but it was too late at that point. Sorry to say, but the water machine at my office makes crisper water.

Then comes the food. You got to be careful here as this place serves overpriced snacks, so your hunger might not be satiated in the end unless you order more. I let my partner order as she knew more about what was on the menu as an experienced foodie, but I ended up regretting it when I saw the $300 bill ($150/person) + tips starting at 18%. Now I can say with absolute confidence a $15 fried rice with a 100% tip at the nearby Chinatown is a much better deal, & does a better job satisfying hunger than $150 of small handrolls & miso soup in a tiny cup. The food didn't taste extraordinary either, & sushi anywhere else has similar flavors (not to mention more filling).

My partner even apologized to me as she didn't know it'd be this pricey for such a small amount of food. I was fine with it solely because it was her birthday. The way I see it, this is a place for people to feel like they are in slightly higher society, & of course being able to update their Instagram account.

For anyone who focuses mostly on the food itself, this isn't the place. This experience simply reinforced my notion that hole-in-the-wall & no-frills restaurants are much more realistic choices. Sadly, this place just reminds me of jokes like how a dash of chocolate on a plate with a leaf on the side can cost double digits.

MissUliv

5.0

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.