Okeya Kyujiro propose une expérience omakase théâtrale centrée sur un savoir-faire culinaire précis et des techniques japonaises traditionnelles. Le menu met en valeur des fruits de mer saisonniers importés directement du Japon afin de garantir une fraîcheur et une authenticité optimales pour chaque service. Les convives observent la préparation de nigiris délicats et de plateaux de sashimis complexes au sein d’un cadre minimaliste axé sur le bois, conçu pour sublimer chaque ingrédient. Chaque plat séquentiel souligne la pureté des saveurs, en se concentrant sur l'équilibre entre l'acidité, la texture et l'umami. Le service suit un flux rythmé, synchronisant le rythme du repas avec la préparation experte effectuée au comptoir central. Cet engagement envers une préparation ritualisée transforme les offres de sushis standards en une performance chorégraphiée. L'accent demeure exclusivement sur l'intégrité structurelle du poisson et le riz vinaigré assaisonné qui ancre l'expérience entière.
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Okeya Kyujiro propose une expérience omakase hautement théâtrale et immersive qui transporte souvent ses convives au Japon grâce à une attention méticuleuse aux détails, des ingrédients de grande qualité et une présentation artistique. Bien que de nombreux clients saluent le service exceptionnel, le savoir faire des chefs et l'ambiance globale comme un choix idéal pour les occasions spéciales, certains visiteurs ont trouvé le rythme trop rapide, le prix difficile à justifier ou le manque de proximité dans les échanges par rapport à leurs attentes. Malgré des avis partagés sur la constance et le rapport qualité prix, le restaurant est largement reconnu pour sa capacité à offrir un voyage culinaire mémorable, de nombreux convives appréciant l'occasion unique de déguster des saveurs authentiques et des spécialités saisonnières rarement trouvées ailleurs à Montréal.
Wow just wow. If you're looking for an omikase experience look no further just do it. I believe it's one of the first if not the first traditional omikase's in montreal. I had no idea! It's about 25+ dishes & every single dish has the level of attention & detail to wow you. You won't be disappointed. It's a total performance from start to finish. Can't wait to 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.
We visited as a family of three-my wife, my daughter, & myself. From the moment we entered, the server kindly guided us, & we immediately felt a genuine sense of hospitality. As the curtain rose & the dishes were presented alongside the music, everything felt exceptionally refined-it was such a wonderful experience that we almost forgot we were not in Japan.
We were truly happy to find that such outstanding Japanese cuisine can be enjoyed in Montreal. The server's detailed explanations of each dish & the chef's performance made the entire two-hour experience thoroughly enjoyable. We would definitely love to visit again. We are Japanese, & even from a Japanese perspective, this restaurant is highly recommended.
4 févr. 2026
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We came for a 6:00 pm reservation to celebrate a birthday. We were asked to arrive 15 minutes early, & while driving we tried calling the restaurant several times to confirm arriving closer to 6:00 pm, but the phone always went to voicemail.
While the concept is interesting, the execution did not feel consistent with the price point ($335 per person before drinks). All guests were seated before the blinds opened, & at 8:00 pm the blinds were closed, the lights were turned off, & we were asked to leave even though we were still finishing our drinks. That abrupt ending made the evening feel rushed rather than celebratory.
The chef & sous-chef served the dishes but only named them, while all explanations were given by a separate staff member walking from couple to couple. This may be due to language limitations, but it still broke the intimacy expected from a counter-style omakase & made it feel more like a narrated show than a personal dining experience.
For birthdays, everyone received the same candle & dessert at the same time, which made what should have been a personal moment feel more like a production line than a special occasion.
There were also atmosphere issues, including noticeable HVAC noise that had to be turned on & off during service, as well as glassware & decor that did not feel aligned with a high-end tasting menu at this price.
My partner enjoyed the evening, but for a special occasion at this cost, we expected a more refined, calm, & personal experience. The idea is good, but the execution & value simply did not match what is being charged.
Why 2★
Food quality: ★★★☆☆
Good fish & competent execution, but no memorable or'wow' moments for a $335 tasting.
Service & intimacy: ★★☆☆☆
The chef & sous-chef only named the dishes, while all explanations were given by a roaming staff member. This may be due to language limitations, but it still broke the intimacy expected from a counter-style omakase.
Atmosphere: ★★☆☆☆
Noticeable HVAC noise that had to be turned on & off during service, plus glassware & decor that did not feel consistent with a high-end tasting menu.
Pacing & hospitality: ★☆☆☆☆
Rigid timing, unanswered phone calls before arrival, & an abrupt ending at 8 pm even while guests were still finishing drinks.
Value for money: ★☆☆☆☆
At $335 per person before drinks, this price point competes with Montréal's top fine-dining & omakase counters, where guests expect silence, premium glassware, no rushing, direct chef interaction, & a calm, personal experience. Instead, we experienced loud HVAC cycling, average glassware, production-line pacing, a roaming narrator instead of chef-to-guest explanation, & a forced end at 8 pm. Even though some of the food was good, the overall experience did not come close to what this price level normally buys.
We came for a 6:00 pm reservation to celebrate a birthday. We were asked to arrive 15 minutes early, & while driving we tried calling the restaurant several times to confirm arriving closer to 6:00 pm, but the phone always went to voicemail.
While the concept is interesting, the execution did not feel consistent with the price point ($335 per person before drinks). All guests were seated before the blinds opened, & at 8:00 pm the blinds were closed, the lights were turned off, & we were asked to leave even though we were still finishing our drinks. That abrupt ending made the evening feel rushed rather than celebratory.
The chef & sous-chef served the dishes but only named them, while all explanations were given by a separate staff member walking from couple to couple. This may be due to language limitations, but it still broke the intimacy expected from a counter-style omakase & made it feel more like a narrated show than a personal dining experience.
For birthdays, everyone received the same candle & dessert at the same time, which made what should have been a personal moment feel more like a production line than a special occasion.
There were also atmosphere issues, including noticeable HVAC noise that had to be turned on & off during service, as well as glassware & decor that did not feel aligned with a high-end tasting menu at this price.
My partner enjoyed the evening, but for a special occasion at this cost, we expected a more refined, calm, & personal experience. The idea is good, but the execution & value simply did not match what is being charged.
Why 2★
Food quality: ★★★☆☆
Good fish & competent execution, but no memorable or'wow' moments for a $335 tasting.
Service & intimacy: ★★☆☆☆
The chef & sous-chef only named the dishes, while all explanations were given by a roaming staff member. This may be due to language limitations, but it still broke the intimacy expected from a counter-style omakase.
Atmosphere: ★★☆☆☆
Noticeable HVAC noise that had to be turned on & off during service, plus glassware & decor that did not feel consistent with a high-end tasting menu.
Pacing & hospitality: ★☆☆☆☆
Rigid timing, unanswered phone calls before arrival, & an abrupt ending at 8 pm even while guests were still finishing drinks.
Value for money: ★☆☆☆☆
At $335 per person before drinks, this price point competes with Montréal's top fine-dining & omakase counters, where guests expect silence, premium glassware, no rushing, direct chef interaction, & a calm, personal experience. Instead, we experienced loud HVAC cycling, average glassware, production-line pacing, a roaming narrator instead of chef-to-guest explanation, & a forced end at 8 pm. Even though some of the food was good, the overall experience did not come close to what this price level normally buys.
Very good tasting menu & all the dishes were well executed right in front of you. The main point of improvement is on the drinks/ wine selection. There was only 3 white wine, no sparkling, no wine pairing option. The waitress were not very knowledgeable of the wines also. For a restaurant at this price point you expect this to be better.
My favourite dishes were the black cod, the yellowfin nigiri, the scallop & the wagyu.
Highly rated & it's worth it - great experience & a wonderful occasion to re-discover classics, but elevated by craftmanship & the choice of ingredients, as well as dishes less frequently found on the the menus of Japanese restaurants here !
We had a wonderful time as beautifully crafted dishes were served one after another like a show. The chef used seasonal ingredients & prepared each dish right in front of us, making the experience enjoyable both to watch & to taste. The flavors were perfect, & despite being in Montreal, the restaurant made me feel nostalgic for the tastes of my hometown. It's truly a remarkable place.
I had big expectations for the only omakase in town but left disappointed. The drink menu was reduced to just two basic bottled cocktails, which felt out of place. The dishes lacked originality or refinement, & the dessert was just as underwhelming. Overall, an ordinary experience not worth the hype.
