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.
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.
I enjoyed authentic Japanese cuisine prepared by a Japanese chef.
I have visited many Japanese restaurants in Montreal, but this one serves authentic Japanese cuisine that Japanese people would find delicious.
To be honest, it is a little more expensive than average, but considering that they do not use cheap ingredients & the rising cost of living, I think it is reasonable.
The atmosphere is not bad, & the food is excellent, but it is very disappointing that many reviews lower the rating with rude comments.
I think it is unfair to review other people's individuality.
Additionally, many people give one star based on personal taste preferences, which I find unreasonable. This is authentic Japanese cuisine.
If I must mention something, I agree there are a few areas where service could be improved, & I wanted to eat croquettes that felt more homemade, but overall, they deserve five stars.
You should go to a generic sushi restaurant if you claim this isn't Japanese cuisine.
May 24, 2025
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Très décevant. Nous y sommes allés spécialement pour le Yakisoba en menu spécial de la semaine du japon. Le plat que nous avons reçu n'avait absolument PAs rapport avec du yakisoba. Les nouilles n'étaient pas des nouilles mais bien du spaghetti en boîte & la sauce n'était pas de la sauce yakisoba. Les onigiris étaient fait avec du riz raté, pâteux cuit avec trop d'eau. La soupe miso était correct, sans plus. L'assiette d'entrée mixte étaient ok mais chère pour le prix. Le service était affreux, on a mangé toute le long avec nos assiettes sales laissées sur la table plutôt que d'être ramassés quand on nous apportait le plat suivant. À éviter & je n'y retournerai certainement pas.
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.
Back then this restaurant was really good. But now quality went down. For the price we paid, i felt like it wasn't worth it. I had higher expectation for the maguro salmon don, because it was my go to in the past. Didn't taste as fresh as I was expecting.
Moreover, it looks like now they switched from bluefin tuna to just red tuna likely due to cost.
Came here several times throughout the years & always liked their seafood options. I tried the omakase recently & it had a wide variety of fresh seafood such as uni, snow crab & scallops.
