Montreal’s first, reservation only, OMAKASE restaurant. (Omakase means “Chef’s choice”)
In addition to being imported directly from Japan, fresh fish is also acquired from all over the world. Our experienced Chefs meticulously select fish that suit the season, and use additional methods when necessary to maximize its umami (“delicious taste”). We make it possible to indulge in Edomae sushi, as if you were in Japan.
We commit to serving fresh dishes of the highest quality, whilst also offering multi-sensory entertainment.
In addition to quality food, we also wish you to experience Japanese culture. So, special attention is given to using authentic dining ware and cooking tools. We value your time with us and wish for it to be a live, interactive experience. We welcome you with Omotenashi (the Japanese philosophy of hospitality).
Reviewers describe Okeya Kyujiro as an intimate, immersive omakase experience that feels like a journey to Japan, with pristine ingredients, artful plating, and a dynamic, chef-led progression served right in front of guests. The service is repeatedly praised as attentive, polished, and personal, with explanations of dishes and provenance that elevate the tasting. Many note the ambiance as refined and authentic, the counter seating and open kitchen enhancing the sense of ceremony, and the overall experience frequently deemed memorable and worth the price, often positioned as a special occasion or bucket-list meal. Some report the brunch omakase as a more approachable alternative at a fraction of the dinner price. A few critiques appear around pacing, price, and value, occasional dessert misalignment, limited wine options or wine knowledge among staff, and an abrupt ending or fast tempo on certain visits, but these are outweighed by praise for consistency, the freshness of fish, and the artistry of the courses. Overall, the restaurant is widely celebrated as one of Montreal’s premier Japanese dining experiences, with many reviewers eager to return and celebrate milestones.
Une experience hors du commun. Nous y sommes allés pour l'anniversaire d'un proche & l'équipe a pris le temps de souligner cet anniversaire à la fin, sans que nous leur demandions quoi que ce soit. Plus de 20 services & tous d'une qualité supérieure. Des produits frais & succulents! Nous recommandons sans hésiter!
My husband & I traveled to Montreal for our honeymoon & had dinner at Okeya Kyujiro one night. It was an absolutely incredible experience. The food was the best we've ever had & watching the chefs prepare the food in front of you is spectacular. The service from the entire staff was top notch. We highly recommend this experience!
May 7, 2024
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Une expérience digne d'un guide Michelin, la nourriture etait fraîche & exquise, nous avons passé une soirée magnifique Le spectacle était très bien préparé Merci pour cette soirée
This is a once in a lifetime experience. Everything, & I do mean every single thing, was excellent from start to finish. The theatrical aspect of this omakase experience is definitely what makes it unique, as well as all the fresh international ingredients (including some very cool fish)!! We came here for a birthday & the little piano was the cherry on top! Merci & Arigato chef.
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Okeya Kyujiro is hands down the best sushi restaurant in Montreal! It's a haven of authentic & traditional Japanese cuisine, a rare gem in a city where most sushi spots are not owned by a Japanese chef. The seats are very limited, so be sure to make a reservation ahead. Yes, it's a bit pricey. But trust me, it's worth every penny. Okeya Kyujiro is more than a culinary experience, it's an actual show! I was also impressed by the profile of our waiter, who was at least fluent in English, French, Spanish, & Japanese. If the Michelin Guide team came to Montreal, their restaurant deserves a star just like its Vancouver counterpart. In essence, Okeya Kyujiro is more than a restaurant; it's an immersive journey through Japanese attention to detail, indulging all the senses. Perfect for a date!
À 300$ par personne dans compter pourboires & boissons, ce n'est pas donné. Mais ça vaut le coût. Les plats, le service, le spectacle, tout est impeccable. Une expérience unique à vivre au moins une fois dans sa vie.
Feb 26, 2024
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This was one of the best culinary experience I've been in Montreal in sushi style!!! My boyfriend took me here on Valentine day!!! The chefs were very passionate in making everything a delicacy! I tried items I never tried before! It's beautiful how japonaise have a high respect of their own ritual at source! It was extremely satisfying & also understand why they fall in Michelin star category! You need to tried it once in your life!!! Thank you to the chef & his team!!! We will definitely go back!!!
Please be warned that we went on a Saturday night & it was 300$ per person without tax & tips. If you can see past that price, then you can truly enjoy a magical culinary experience at Okeya Kyujiro. Almost everything we experienced this evening was phenomenal to me. We were greeted politely as soon as we entered the restaurant, the waitresses offered to take our jackets & showed us our seats. Once all the customers had been seated, the chefs introduced themselves & started cooking spectacularly in front of us at a incredibly fast speed. Throughout the night, we enjoyed 30 different dishes that were all presented wonderfully & they each had their charm. Most of them had remarkable flavours & amazing creativity. The variation of texture, flavours & temperature was truly an exceptional experience. Of course there were some of the dishes that were less enjoyable, but they were still beautiful to look at nonetheless. My favourite part is definitely the flawless balance between the rice, the fish with the sauce & the amount of wasabi. Each ingredient goes so well together & there's nothing overpowering the other. Everything is in harmony & elevates the sushi experience to another level. While you wait for the next course to be served, you get to enjoy the presentation of the ingredients & seeing them being cooked right in front of you. It's a wonderful spectacle & it felt like I was watching the chefs cooking in an artistic fashion. I also really enjoyed how the waitresses came beside us to personally describe each dish as we were about to eat them. They were always smiling & friendly while also staying polite. They were also attentive to details, wished the people who were celebrating their birthday a Happy Birthday & they even brought out a piano to play us a birthday song. Seriously, both the food & the service was first-class. Finally, I can confidently say that I was pretty full after tasting 30 different dishes & it was truly a wonderful experience.
Expérience tout simplement parfaite du début à la fin. Nous nous sommes sentis transportés au Japon le temps d'une soirée. Si vous en avez les moyens, ne vous privez pas d'une soirée mémorable! Les plats étaient exquis, & le service exemplaire. À refaire.
