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 offre une expérience omakase immersive et authentique à Montréal qui transporte régulièrement ses convives au Japon grâce à une mise en scène théâtrale, une attention méticuleuse aux détails et des ingrédients saisonniers de haute qualité. La plupart des clients louent le service professionnel, l'aspect éducatif du repas et l'atmosphère sereine et intime, soulignant souvent que cet établissement est une destination idéale pour les célébrations spéciales. Bien que quelques clients aient trouvé le rythme parfois précipité ou que l'exécution ne corresponde pas toujours au prix élevé, la vaste majorité des avis décrit ce voyage culinaire comme étant exquis, mémorable et valant largement l'investissement pour ceux qui recherchent une expérience gastronomique japonaise unique et sophistiquée.
This restaurant is a true gem that we didn't expect to find in Montreal. We are a group of Japanese Taiwanese visitors who reside in California who have visited many high end Japanese restaurants in our life (many cost way more than this meal), yet we truly cannot say any exceeded Okeya in the selection & quality of food, the thoughtful service & the performance they put together. Everything was creatively weaved into a well designed & balanced fine dining experience that entertained both our palate & mind.
The dinner was a 28 Kaseiki course meal, with interesting details & ingredients demonstrated (sorry to keep it vague as I am trying to avoid spoilers). Even the hand picked fruit was the best cantaloupe & mango we have ever had, IN MONTREAL!!!
I want to add that the beer & sake they chose for us were spot on, & they did a great job with the last minute adaptation to the group of 4's individual preferences. We immediately booked to come back in two days for their 15-course lunch. Book ahead of time as the seats are quite limited.
As a Japanese person, this dinner really took me back home.
Beyond the quality fish, whose provenance was explained by the servers, it was lovely to enjoy flavours I miss from Japan, like yuzu, kinome miso & momiji oroshi. They were paired thoughtfully with each fish, enhancing its flavour without overpowering it.
& because it was an omakase, I was able to try varieties I wouldn't normally order on my own, which I appreciated.
The chocolate in the matcha dessert was a little stronger than I prefer, but the tea ceremony at the end balanced things out nicely.
Overall, a memorable evening. I'd be curious to see how the Kyoto location compares!
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.
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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.
an amazing, authentic flashback to the wonderful times we had in japan. experience was immersive, savory & a skillful display of plating & serving. beyond exceptional quality, quantity was well balanced & pace was great to sustain eating experience without stretching it too long. add to your to-do's if you've never been, we have added it to our go-to's.
My fiancé & I made reservations for lunch & couldn't have been happier with our choice. The food quality was amazing & the presentation was even better. They were able to make accommodations for an allergy as well. Would definitely come back when we have a chance.
I've been to the Toronto location when it first opened & maybe the novelty has worn off, but my visit here was a bit of a disappointment. The experience didn't feel as luxurious (Toronto gave me a souvenir at the end of the meal) & for 20 courses, the service was pretty rushed at slightly under 2 hours.
I appreciate the use of seasonal & high quality ingredients. Things like aiyu sweetfish, Hokkaido hairy crab & Ibaraki sweet potato are hard to come by outside Japan. However, it didn't feel like these special ingredients were allowed to shine in the cooking.
For example, the few pieces of junsai were cut too small & hidden below the pile of cucumber, shrimp & umibudo - it didn't feel like junsai was the star of the dish. The wagyu slice was also soaked in sesame sauce, which didn't allow its beautiful umami to come through.
The use of wild BC tuna for otoro also meant that it's leaner & less fatty than what I'm used to. The lack of the signature'melt in your mouth' feel of otoro was a shame.
Overall, none of the dishes stood out to me. They were very bland & one-note, propped up by pretty presentation. The service was amazing & I wish the food wowed me more.
Truly stunning meal that's one of a kind! The sushi is the highest of quality, the service was outstanding, & everything was just amazing. It's very true to what omakase in Japan is like & they go above & beyond with the menu here. There were some bites that made me emotional. It's definitely a special occasion restaurant & everyone there was celebrating a birthday or anniversary, but if I had my way (or the funds) I would celebrate all my birthdays there!
disclaimer: my meal was comped
This is literally the best culinary experience my & my gf ever had period. The quality of the food, the service & whole atmosphere was simply astonishing. Went there for my birthday & the attention to details was something I've never experienced (even in high class restaurant). Yes it's expensive but if you enjoy good sushi you need to try it once in your life.
Went here for lunch-easier to book than dinner. $175 per person, & with drinks, tax, & tip, it came out to about $500 for two.
Food: Excellent quality. Started with warm fish appetizers & a small bowl of chawanmushi-perfect way to ease into the meal. Sushi was fresh, well-balanced, & served with warm, properly portioned rice. Only letdown was the dessert: the yuzu cake's crust overwhelmed the flavor. Felt more like a Western-style dessert, not quite in line with the rest of the experience.
Ambience: The space is small & well-maintained, but the high stools are not very comfortable-especially for anyone with mobility issues. A sunken chef's counter with standard chairs would've made a big difference.
Service: Very professional & well-rehearsed-almost theatrical, in a fun way. However, the pacing was fast. The entire 15-course omakase wrapped up in about an hour, which felt a bit rushed compared to the more leisurely two-hour meals I'm used to.
Still, the overall quality was way ahead of places like sushi place right next to it.(I know I probably shouldn't even compare these two together😂 but hey they are in the same price range) I'd happily come back to try the dinner service.
