Restaurant Nozy presents a focused approach to Japanese cuisine that prioritizes precise sushi preparation and imaginative culinary compositions. The kitchen emphasizes high-quality raw ingredients transformed through techniques that balance traditional standards with innovative flavor profiles. Guests encounter a menu featuring carefully assembled maki rolls and sashimi cuts that highlight the natural textures of fresh seafood. The physical space maintains a minimalist design aesthetic that keeps the focus entirely on the culinary output served at each table. Each dish arrives with a focus on visual presentation and technical execution that separates the offerings from conventional fare. This establishment serves as a deliberate destination for those seeking a modern interpretation of Japanese staples without unnecessary ornamentation. The consistent application of these distinct techniques defines the identity of this singular gastronomic project.
Restaurant Nozy is widely celebrated for offering authentic, high-quality Japanese cuisine in Montreal, with many patrons praising the freshness of the sashimi, the intentional menu, and the expertly prepared dishes like the Kaizen Don and grilled octopus. The new location in Little Italy is frequently described as chic, modern, and inviting, maintaining the soul and consistency of the original establishment. While most visitors highlight the efficient service, pleasant atmosphere, and great value for the price, some experiences mention inconsistencies regarding reservation types, occasional service lapses, or differing expectations for specific menu items. Overall, the restaurant remains a top recommendation for those seeking a thoughtful, unpretentious dining experience characterized by precise culinary techniques and fresh, balanced flavors.
If you are looking for a no fuss SUPER high quality sashimi experience, come here! The fish is so fresh & delicious, it really melts in your mouth. Come here for the fish.
Ai mangé dans ce restaurant suite à la critique de La Presse & plus jamais je ne me fierai à cette personne. Restaurant à peine propre, une seule personne pour tout faire, qui en plus se traîne les pieds avec un habillement sale, qui tousse dans ses mains & retourne préparer ses plats à mains nues.
Pour l'entrée de 6 petits plats au moins 4 sortent du frigo, un autre de poulet avec épaisse panure & sashimi de nature non décrite & inconnue.
En plat nouilles udon & crabe. Je dirais qu'il y avait plus de parmesan que de crabe & 0 pince de crabe tel que la photo l'indiquait.
Alors ça été assez pour moi.
If asked to describe our experience at Nozy in one word: Incredible! (based on what we ordered)
The sashimi was very fresh! LOVED the omasake & grilled octopus!
My only complaint is that it was a little cold sitting next to the door so we moved to the bar instead. The best decision as they were fantastic seats which allowed a glimpse of the care behind each dish - thoughtful & beautiful presentation.
May 5, 2026
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Nozy is a truly unique experience in Montreal & one of the rare places where you can eat genuinely authentic Japanese cuisine. In a city where real Japanese food is surprisingly hard to find, Nozy really stands apart.
I was a big fan of the original restaurant, & the new venue fully lives up to its reputation. The cooking feels confident & thoughtful, with a clear respect for Japanese culinary traditions. Nothing feels overdone or designed to impress for the sake of it. The focus is clearly on quality, technique, & balance.
The uni is outstanding, fresh & creamy with a clean, delicate flavor. The sashimi is beautifully cut & impeccably fresh, letting the fish speak for itself. The unagi is perfectly cooked, tender & rich, with just the right amount of glaze. The chirashi is another highlight, generous & well balanced, with every element placed with care.
What really makes Nozy special is the delicacy of the food. The flavors are subtle & precise, never heavy, & everything feels intentional. It is the kind of meal you slow down for & really appreciate.
If you care about Japanese cuisine & authenticity, Nozy is an absolute must in Montreal.
When you want sashimi/sushi in Montreal, you only have 3 choices: take out counters, uber expensive omakase or those all you can eat places of dubious quality. So a place like Nozy is pretty rare, as it's good quality at affordable prices, served without pretentiousness in a simple, family style environment.
We had the mixed appetizer plate & sashimi plate. Everything was excellent. Good cocktails too.
Service was friendly, if a bit slow.
It's unfortunate that they are moving to another neighborhood...
Unpretentious Japanese eatery with fresh sashimi & typical bites (okonomyiaki, karage etc). The cocktais were very good, especially the Nigori-Yuzu Sour. Definitely recommend for a relaxed & delicious outing.
We ordered 3 appetizers & 2 mains. The waitress brought everything at the same time. There wasn't much thought to customer experience or trying to give a good experience. When the waitress would bring out the dishes, she didn't explain what they were. She just placed them in front of us.
The sashimi was awful as it came on a bed of warm rice. You couldn't take the freshness of the fish.
The waitress was very inattentive as well. We ordered 3 appetizers & she brought out 4. When I asked her what the fourth thing was (as we didn't order it), she pushed back saying'I remember perfectly that you ordered this' & didn't brother telling us what it was.
Overall, we left feeling disappointed & won't be retuning.
Went there recently for the omakase & enjoyed it. Sea urchin, tataki, & sashimi so fresh! Not a fan of the oyster that day though. I wish there had been a few more pieces of sashimi/tataki/sushi, didn't drink all the 3 types of sake. COD in miso tastes just the right amount of sweetness & flaky & tenderness. Beef tenderloin is pretty delicious too, the wasabi adds a special taste. Never a fan of curry but loved the curry & the texture of rice is just so right. The mochi dessert is really amazing, orange wrapped in mochi & a thin layer of sweet beans paste, such a refreshing/juicy complexe of flavour & texture!! Omakase is a fixed menu & everybody get same dishes, but it would be nice if possible to change/switch a little bit according to preference.
Okonomiyaki wasn't great, & was included with most of our mains (chef's choice), something that should have been mentioned when we ordered it as a separate appetizer. Service was alright, but I didn't find it specifically accommodating either. Miso soup was nice. Fried foods were tasty. Eggplant was delicious. Sashimi on rice was okay, saved a little by the shallots & crispy bits. Orange wine was good.
