Ryu

Marie-Claire

5.0

Last night, I had dinner at Ryu Griffintown with my daughter, & we both had such a lovely evening.

The food was excellent. Everything tasted fresh, especially the fish, & the dishes were beautifully prepared without feeling overly complicated. It certainly isn't an inexpensive restaurant, but in my opinion, the prices are quite reasonable for the quality of the food & the care that goes into it.

Partway through our dinner, a very large group of about twenty people arrived, many of them young children. Naturally, the restaurant became quite busy all at once. There were only two people handling most of the service, so you could see that they had their hands full, but I was genuinely impressed by the way everyone worked together.

Our waiter, Rudy, was wonderful. He continued checking on us throughout the evening & made sure we had everything we needed. The manager was helping by bringing out food & assisting wherever necessary, & even the hostess who had seated us was carrying plates & bringing water to tables. Everyone simply pitched in.

Having eaten in many restaurants over the years, I tend to notice these little details. A sudden group of that size, especially with so many children, can be very challenging for any restaurant. The service may have slowed slightly at moments, which was completely understandable, but we never felt forgotten or poorly treated.

Later, I came to understand that the large group was the owner dining with his family. What impressed me even more was that the staff still continued taking care of the rest of the restaurant rather than focusing all of their attention on that one table.

I also happened to read the recent negative review, & I must say that it simply does not reflect the experience my daughter & I had. I certainly would not describe the staff as rude or the service as poor. Quite the opposite. I saw a small team working very hard under difficult circumstances while remaining pleasant & attentive.

We had a wonderful evening, enjoyed very fresh food, & were especially impressed by the effort of Rudy & the entire team. I would happily return.

Sally

5.0

Amazing experience at Ryu Griffintown! The food was excellent, but Rudy truly made our night. He provided exceptional personalized service, was friendly, attentive, & made us feel so welcome. Thank you, Rudy-we'll definitely be back!

Kristina

5.0

Ryu Sushi in Griffintown delivers an outstanding dining experience. The food is exceptional - fresh & beautifully prepared. The setting is classic & elegant, with soft lighting & a calm, non?intrusive atmosphere.

A special mention goes to Rudi, our waiter, who provided top?tier service. He knew the menu inside & out, adapted his recommendations perfectly to our tastes, & maintained a professional, respectful presence throughout the evening. He was attentive without being intrusive.
Go eat at Ryu Sushi Griffintown. Ask for Rudi as your waiter. You won't be disappointed. You'll enjoy great food & great service.

Martina

5.0

Charles & Rudy were great waiters - friendly, attentive, & provided excellent service. The sushi has gotten so much better compared to the past few years. I especially loved the chef's choice nigiri & the scallop truffle roll. Definitely my new go to sushi spot!

Heidi

5.0

Had such a great experience here thanks to Charlie - he was attentive, kind, & genuinely made us feel taken care of. Service like this is rare. Will definitely be back!

Benjamin

5.0

Absolutely loved this place. The sushi is insanely fresh & beautifully crafted-every bite is next level. The staff are super welcoming, attentive, & make you feel taken care of from start to finish. The vibe is perfect too-stylish, energetic, but still relaxed enough to actually enjoy your time. Highly, highly recommend-definitely one of my favorite spots.

Danika

5.0

10/10 wow. It was my first time at RYU & it absolutely lived up to the hype. I'd only ever heard great things, & it somehow still exceeded my expectations.

The sushi was incredible, easily some of the best I've had in Montreal. The watermelon margarita? *Chef's kiss* & Charlie made the whole experience even better with amazing, attentive service.

Highly recommend, I'll definitely be back. ❤?

Steven

5.0

I had a reservation at RYU this past Saturday night. I went with my wife & three other couples, we're visiting from NYC & everything from start to finish exceeded expectations.

The fish was some of the freshest I've had in a long time-every dish was beautifully prepared & full of flavor. They definitely prioritize quality ingredients.

The service was impeccable. The staff was attentive, professional, & made the entire evening feel seamless & enjoyable, their drinks are excellent-definitely worth trying a few.

If you're looking for a place in Montreal with a great atmosphere, outstanding food, & top-tier service, I highly recommend Ryu.

Allegra

5.0

Amazing food honestly some of the best in Montreal. Everything was fresh, full of flavor, & beautifully presented. The atmosphere is stylish & cozy, & the service was excellent friendly, attentive, & fast.

You can really tell they care about quality & the whole dining experience. I'll definitely be coming back & recommending this place to everyone

Neil

5.0

I had an amazing night in Montreal! Isadora & the entire staff were exceptional-their warmth & attentiveness made the evening truly special. The food quality & service were both top-notch. I especially enjoyed the creative flavors & choices prepared just for me. The baked crab hand roll & Wagyu dumplings were outstanding; I highly recommend them to anyone looking to experience unique & delightful tastes. Thank you for a fun & memorable evening!