Nama Omakase se concentre sur la précision des arts culinaires japonais à travers une séquence rigoureuse de préparations de sushis saisonniers. La cuisine souligne la qualité brute des ingrédients marins en utilisant des techniques de découpe traditionnelles qui mettent en valeur les textures naturelles. Chaque présentation suit un déroulement délibéré, équilibrant le riz vinaigré avec les produits de la mer frais pour assurer une cohérence des profils gustatifs. Des compositions créatives intègrent des assaisonnements subtils respectant l'intégrité initiale du poisson sans masque excessif. L'environnement privilégie un comptoir de préparation ouvert permettant une observation directe des compétences techniques nécessaires à l'assemblage authentique des nigiris. Cet établissement donne la priorité à la relation entre les portions préparées et la matière première issue de sources côtières mondiales. Il en résulte une approche méthodique de la consommation de produits marins.
Nama Omakase propose une expérience gastronomique sophistiquée et intime que de nombreux clients considèrent comme un incontournable de la scène culinaire montréalaise. La plupart des convives louent la grande qualité du poisson frais, l'originalité des plats fusion franco-japonais et la présentation méticuleuse, avec une mention spéciale pour le katsu d'aubergine et les tartares. Si une majorité de visiteurs salue la chaleur et le professionnalisme du service ainsi que l'interaction privilégiée avec les chefs au comptoir, certains clients ont relevé des incohérences concernant la taille des portions, le rythme du service ou des oublis lors des moments d'affluence. L'ambiance est généralement perçue comme élégante et idéale pour des occasions spéciales, bien que les avis sur le volume de la musique et le rapport qualité-prix varient. Malgré quelques critiques isolées, de nombreux clients considèrent l'établissement comme une destination mémorable, fortement recommandée pour sa passion et son savoir-faire.
I had the Omakase. We were offered many dishes which we paired with premium Sake.
Every dish was outstanding. All the ingredients were fresh & of premium quality. The chef knows the exact amount of wasabi & ingredients to optimize the taste of the dish.
The service was also very good & professional.
It's a great Omakase. I recommend this experience to everyone.
We had a wonderful time & loved almost every aspect of our visit. The only downside was the food. It wasn't entirely bad, but quite a few of the dishes were surprisingly bland & really needed more flavor. That being said, everything else was so fantastic that it still made for a great experience overall.
A truly excellent & enjoyable experience at Nama. We chose the premium omakase & were told it was 5 courses. The first course came with 3 different dishes & we thought that was 3 of 5 courses. Luckily, it was just the first course & by the time we had our dessert, we were stuffed. From the food to the atmosphere to the service, it was a 5 star experience (coming from someone who has had many omakase experiences & I've been to Japan- Japanese food is my favourite. I would classify this as fusion!)
My only criticism: I wish there was some uni as part of the set menu.
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I recently visited Nama Omakase + Sushi Restaurant in Montreal & left with mixed feelings.
There were definitely some highlights. The Ora King Tartare & Eggplant Katsu, served as cold & hot starters, were both excellent - flavorful, well-prepared, & easily the best part of the meal. The ambiance was also impressive, with a stylish & elevated atmosphere that set high expectations.
Unfortunately, the rest of the experience did not fully match the price point. The restaurant was very cold inside, & even after mentioning it several times, nothing really changed. For a restaurant in this price range, comfort should be part of the overall experience.
The sashimi & nigiri were fine, but not particularly impressive considering the cost. We also ordered the Duck & Quince, & the duck was tough, which was disappointing for a $48 dish.
Another letdown was the service around our reservation. When booking, I mentioned that we were celebrating a birthday & had a guest with us. At this level of dining, I expected at least a small gesture - even a little candy or dessert bite would have been appreciated. Instead, there was nothing except the bill.
Overall, the restaurant has a beautiful ambiance & a couple of standout dishes, but the experience felt inconsistent & did not fully justify the price.
I had a phenomenal experience eating there. The duck was my personal favourite; it wasn't too overwhelming on the palate & nicely paired with the raspberry sauce. The rice pudding was also very enjoyable. The taste profile was very subtle, but equally good. The texture on it was on point! The waiters made the experience even better, offering a very welcoming atmosphere to the customers. Every dishes were thoroughly explained & gave a nice insight on the source of the ingredients. Would highly recommend. Also the espresso martini, chefs kiss.
We were a group of 6 & had the $170 omakase course, & the experience was amazing from start to finish. The restaurant has a really nice, chill vibe with great music played at the perfect volume so we could actually have a conversation. Our waiter Felix & the manager Titouan were extremely nice & took the time to explain every dish & the optimal way to eat each one. Following their recommendation, we tried the TENMEI Junmai Hiire Orange Label sake, which had a very crisp taste & was incredibly smooth to sip on throughout the entire meal. Among the various dishes we were served, there were a few major highlights: the beef tartare was excellent on its own, but I highly recommend putting all the sides provided on the plate into the seaweed sheet for an unbelievable combination. The eggplant katsu was also delicious, especially when eaten simultaneously with the salad. We were served four different types of nigiri that were all unique in flavor & absolutely delicious. To top it all off, I had an espresso martini at the end of the course which went very well with the dessert. It was a fantastic meal with top-tier service.
We took the 100$ omakase menu for 2 people, & we were quite disappointed by it. The dishes were good (the eggplant was amazing), but the fish had nothing special & was pretty tasteless.
We were told that the difference between the 100$ & 135$ menu was the makis so we were fine not to have them. However the portions were pretty small & we were also quite surprised that for this price we had to share one & only one main dish. We ended up finishing the course hungry & ordering the makis on the side (36$ for 6 makis, I would advise you to not take them because they were not worth it).
On the other side the service was exceptional! We were well taken care of!!
Restaurant was pretty noisy, & you could have participated in the discussion of the table behind us.
Overall the food was good, but the quality & the quantities are absolutely not justifying the price.
We dined at Nama Omakase with high expectations, given its positioning as an upscale omakase restaurant. Unfortunately, the experience fell short in several important ways, especially at this price point.
During the meal, we encountered a bone in the Nama Maki ($55 before tax). In a restaurant of this caliber, proper fish preparation is non-negotiable. This is not a minor oversight but a fundamental error that raises concerns about quality control & attention to detail.
What was more disappointing was how this was handled. When we informed the waitress clearing our plates, she responded that she would let the chef know, but no one followed up with us afterward. There was no acknowledgment, apology, or attempt to address the issue during the meal. Later, when another server asked about our experience while we were paying, we raised it again & were simply thanked for the feedback, again, with no real ownership or resolution.
We had also noted in our reservation that we were celebrating my husband's birthday, but this was completely overlooked. We had to remind the staff ourselves near the end of the meal, which defeats the purpose of providing that information in advance. For a restaurant that emphasizes experience, this lack of attentiveness is disappointing. (I now noticed this has happened to many other diners who shared their disappointment in their review)
In terms of the food, while some dishes showed creativity, there were inconsistencies. For example, one piece of the duck was noticeably tough & difficult to chew, lacking the tenderness expected from a properly prepared dish, especially in a fine dining setting.
To add to this, we discovered that an 18% gratuity was automatically applied because part of the bill was paid using a gift card. This was not disclosed anywhere on the Costco purchase page, nor was it communicated by the restaurant beforehand. While we would have willingly tipped 20% for good service, imposing a gratuity without transparency, especially tied to the method of payment, is not acceptable.
We paid $525.25 for two adults (without drinks). At this level, guests expect not just excellent food, but polished service, consistency, & accountability when things go wrong. While the restaurant shows potential, the overall experience was undermined by these lapses.
For a premium omakase restaurant, both execution & service need to be held to a much higher standard.
P/S: The first dish of Hokkaido Scallops was exquisite IMHO.
First time we go there & will not be the last time for sure. The service, the food, the music, decor everything was just on point. We kept ordering & ordering food because the dishes felt light & fresh & creative . We loved our experience there !!
I can't even begin to state how delicious the meals at Nama were. So thoughtfully curated, so well presented & incredibly tasty!
We decided on the 135$ set course meal & we received 10 items in total, & I couldn't tell you what our favorite dish was as everything was delicious! The set menu came with generous portions of a carpaccio, a scallop/endive dish, a squash/stracciatella dish, a fried eggplant katsu, a roasted brusselsprout dish, 4 types of nigiri, 2 types of makis, a duck/foie gras main & 2 desserts. If you ever go, everything we had was so delicious so you truly cannot go wrong with anything you select, but I HIGHLY recommend trying the eggplant (one of the best eggplants dishes I've ever had) & the sake dessert!!!
Now, for those of us who enjoy ambiance & finish selections at restaurants, what a truly gorgeous experience it was to eat at Nama. From the beginning of the night, you are greeted with such class & such service that just further built the ambiance to a luxurious level for us. Our waiter was intentional, detail oriented & though we went on Valentine's Day weekend & they were very busy, we never felt forgotten. The space is so beautifully designed which only enhanced our experience.
Overall, you can tell that a lot of love goes into every aspect of this restaurant - from the food, to the experience they deliver to their guests, & the way it was designed & thought out. It wasn't transactional & we were so well taken care of. If you're ever looking to splurge on dinner, this is the place to do it.
