Nama est une interprétation moderne de la haute gastronomie japonaise. Notre équipe s'engage à vous offrir une expérience culinaire unique tout en respectant la tradition de l'Edomae Sushi et de la cuisine japonaise. Nos chefs combinent leur vaste expérience avec des produits de qualité et de saison pour créer une expérience culinaire mémorable. Chez Nama, nous nous engageons à offrir le plus haut niveau de service et d'hospitalité où vous et vos proches garderez des souvenirs délicieux. Notre objectif est de définir la nouvelle norme en matière de haute gastronomie japonaise et de partager cette expérience avec le monde entier.
Nama Omakase apparaît comme une expérience culinaire exceptionnelle selon la majorité des avis, alliant cuisine japonaise et française dans une fusion inventive avec des plats fraîchement préparés, présentés avec soin et des saveurs équilibrées qui surprennent et séduisent; le cadre intime et moderne, l'ambiance chaleureuse et le service attentif et professionnel sont aussi fréquemment salués, même lors de soirées chargées. Certains trouvent les portions et le rapport qualité prix élevés mais généreux, et signalent parfois des écarts de rythme ou de constance entre les plats, ainsi que des choix d accord mets vins ou une musique trop présente. Cependant l'omakase est le plus souvent décrit comme spectaculaire et mémorable, mettant en valeur des poissons de grande fraîcheur, des textures variées et des touches créatives sur des plats comme les sushis, les nigiris et les plats de légumes, avec des saveurs à la fois fines et audacieuses. Les desserts et les touches de service sont aussi fréquemment appréciés, tout comme l accueil et les explications du plat, qui ajoutent de l'ampleur au voyage gustatif. En somme, Nama Omakase est perçu comme une adresse d'exception pour des occasions spéciales ou des repas entre amis et en amoureux, invitant à revenir pour explorer d'autres options malgré quelques réserves sur le prix, la constance du service et certains choix de menu.
Tried the Omakase experience & it was really good. The food is in high quality & it tastes really good. Definitely will come back for either the Omakase experience or items on the menu.
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.
25 mars 2026
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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 $525.25 for two adults (without drinks). At this level, guests expect not just excellent food, but polished service, consistency, & accountability when things go wrong. While the restaurant shows potential, the overall experience was undermined by these lapses.
For a premium omakase restaurant, both execution & service need to be held to a much higher standard.
P/S: The first dish of Hokkaido Scallops was exquisite IMHO.
We went out for a friends birthday last friday. Food was amazing, great taste, quality products & excellent service from Felix. To top it off a dj was mixing the whole night! Would definitely go again!!
We had the 100$/pp omakase experience. The quality of the food was top-notch, the portions are okay, we were expecting 2 portions of the'main course' dish but only received 1 for 2 people. Other than that it was excellent.
Not qualified to comment on the finer points of sushi but the presentation & quality seemed excellent. Dropped a point because it was both not enough & too much. Perhaps that's just me. The service was friendly, engaging, efficient, superb team work & literally the perfect compliment to the menu. Atmosphere? well the space is perfect, dropped a point for a very strange turn in the background music which provided a too loud soundtrack to the latter part of the experience. But perhaps I'm the wrong demographic which was almost 100% latter day yuppies, not that the staff treated this middle boomer any differently.
We had a beautiful night & the food was to our surprise very good. We were 4, & we each took the omakase 170$/person, which was an excellent experience!! The fish was so fresh & it melted in your mouth. The quality of not only the fish, but the beef tartare was also impressive. Overall, very pleased. Moreover, the waiters were very kind, making us feel very comfortable & welcomed! The only thing I would point out was that the service could have been slightly faster, but that aside the night was great. Highly recommend for sushi/nigiri lovers.
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Would absolutely recommend! We went for a special birthday & had the most amazing experience. We had the pleasure of being served by Tituan & if you can get him as a server, I can guarantee you the best quality in service & suggestions. We tried the Omakase option which allowed us to try an incredible variety of quality products turned into a well crafted meal. Tituan was able to guide us through every step & explain the origins & inspirations behind the recipes & products allowing us to really get a grasp of the amount of thought & expertise behind this restaurant's menu.
Food : 5/5
Each course is quite unique & flavourful. High quality fish, plating is visually appealing. We enjoyed every single bite !
Service : 5/5
Chef/owner is down to earth & super friendly, making you feel comfortable. He is a big foody & will not hesitate to give you restaurant recommendations if you are not from town. Waiter did a great job as well.
Overall :
Perfect spot to celebrate special occasions with the Omakase experience or with friends/family for the a la carte dining.
Such a high quality & unique food experience. We stayed in Montreal for a few days & this was our favorite meal! A very cool blend of French & Japanese cuisine. Highly recommend to anyone wanting a once in a lifetime food journey of the highest quality. Truly amazing!
Tonight was our first time at Nama Omakase, & it completely exceeded our expectations. We chose one of their Omakase experiences (the second tier of the three options), & it was absolutely out of this world.
Every dish was beautifully plated, perfectly balanced, & just absolutely delicious. We were blown away by the quality & creativity of the food, & left absolutely stuffed.
Our server was great too, super attentive & he really knew his stuff. I'll definitely be back!
2 août 2025
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I had the pleasure of dining at Nama Omakase last night & it was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was intimate & refined, setting the stage for what turned out to be an extraordinary culinary journey.
Every course was thoughtfully prepared & beautifully presented. The fish was incredibly fresh-melt-in-your-mouth quality-& the balance of flavors in each bite showed true mastery. The chef's creativity really shined through with unique combinations I've never seen before, yet everything worked harmoniously.
The service was warm, attentive, & knowledgeable without being overbearing. You can tell there's passion behind everything they do here-from the pacing of the meal to the way each dish is introduced.
This was easily one of the best omakase experiences I've had in Montreal. If you're a sushi lover or simply looking to treat yourself to something special, Nama is a must. I'll definitely be back.
$135 PP Omakase menu (for two). Great service. Food was hit or miss for us. Lovely experience overall.
Overall impression: Impeccable service from our waiter. Beautiful dessert plating. Too many'pre-packaged'-tasting flavors & disjointed elements to recommend the cooked dishes as standalone. Sushi omakase could still be good.
5 course omakase breakdown:
First course: Beef tartare & red snapper- primary ingredients were both fresh. Tartare had a touch too much sesame oil & felt a bit greasy but still enjoyable. Red snapper was perfectly good. Pickled mushrooms etc. tastes exactly as what you'd get at any other spot. The Lychee(?) had an overwhelmingly synthetic taste. Couldn't help but feel that some elements come commercially prepackaged.
Second course: Eggplant katsu with salad, swordfish on daikon. Great textures in the eggplant with high quality ingredients. Swordfish was a little dry, but fine with the sauce.
Third course: Sushi course. Received red snapper again, & it turned out to be the freshest of the fish in the sushi row. We would have preferred a bit more vinegar in the rice with a little bit more wasabi. Maki was made beautifully, with great balance of flavors, & the fish on top was perfection. While the sushi was subpar, the maki was the highlight of our meal
Fourth course: Short rib & brussels sprouts. Good, familiar flavors. Brussels sprouts were greasy but otherwise cooked perfectly. Short rib a bit dry with a'spice package' tasting sauce.
Fifth course: sake-infused ice cream with rice pudding & orange crisps; gin(?) infused ice cream with cake & what tasted like waffle cone crumbles. Gorgeous plating, both hits & misses (orange crisp = perfect. cake = slightly stale, rice pudding = disjointed, ice creams = delightful)
Bottom line: Good experience. Would not go for the cooked dishes at this price point. Higher end sushi omakase might still be worthwhile if the maki is an indication of freshness & execution with that specific experience.
This was my first Omakase experience & I have to say everything was WOW!
We went as a group of 5, the others had Omakase experience & they we're impressed by the quality & tastefulness of the menu.
Chef GaCong Ruan is really nice to talk with & it shows that he loves what he does. There is passion written all over everything they serve you, he & is team are awesome.
Our group also took a Soft Shell crab plate after our Omakase experience since we saw the plate go by during our dinner & had to try it, it was also amazing.
The Omakase experience is exceptional.
The discussion of the preparation & quality of the dishes is remarkable.
Fine French service combined with precise fresh Japanese flavors make this a must experience.
27 mai 2025
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The meal at Nama offered moments of promise, notably the well-cooked but overly sweet Miso Black Cod & attentive, knowledgeable service in an elegant setting. However, execution was inconsistent: the Octopus Leg was dry & flavorless, the Halibut Beurre Blanc was overcooked & poorly balanced, & the $60 Nigiri Omakase lacked standout quality to justify its price. The sake selection also underwhelmed, leaning unexpectedly sweet. Despite its upscale ambitions & strong presentation, Nama fell short of delivering value or consistency, especially compared to other high-end Japanese restaurants in Montreal.
Fantastic omakase tasting menu with a mix of Japanese sushi/sashimi & French influences. All the seafood was beautifully aged & super high quality. The seafood was melt in you mouth delicious. Wagyu was great, but the duck was even better. Good cocktails as well. The price reflects the quality, but good things in life are worth a little splurge.
This is a high-end modern French & Japanese fusion cuisine. The nigiri omakase at lunch was exquisite, the rice was perfect & each fish had a different flavor profile. The highlight for me was the soft shell crab dish, it was excellent, especially the little dabs of lemon/lime gel, blending everything perfectly with the sauce & tying the dish together harmoniously. The restaurant is led by chef-owner GaCong Ruan, who grew up in the restaurant industry, & executive chef Michael Ho, a finalist from'Les Chefs!'. We were lucky to be greeted by them both today! Perfect for special occasions, business dinners or just a quick lunch or late evening craving for high quality sushi... this is the hot spot to go to.
This was an amazing omakase experience! The food was absolutely incredible, the fish was unbelievably fresh, perfectly seasoned, & each course was beautifully presented. Every bite felt carefully curated, with a perfect balance of flavors & textures. You can tell the chef takes great pride in their craft, & it truly shows.
Beyond the food, the service was just as exceptional. The staff was warm, attentive, & made sure we had a flawless experience from start to finish. The chef took the time to explain each course, adding a personal touch that made the meal feel even more special.The atmosphere was elegant yet inviting, creating the perfect setting for a memorable night.
If you're looking for an outstanding omakase experience with top-quality fish & impeccable service, this is the place to go. Already looking forward to my next visit!
