Reviews paint Saiko as a standout sushi spot with consistently fresh sushi and sashimi, a warm and friendly ambiance, and attentive service that often goes the extra mile for dietary needs, including gluten-free options. Diners praise the Omakase and fresh catch selections, with some calling it the best sushi in Montreal and Laval, and others noting the reasonably priced quality and authentic Japanese feel. The atmosphere is frequently described as pleasant and inviting, good for quiet nights or gatherings, including events like conventions, with guests appreciating staff who accommodate allergies and make gluten-free options available. A few downsides include slower service when the restaurant is busy or when only a single server handles many tables, and one dish where the beef was not as tender as hoped. Still, many reviewers highlight excellent value and memorable dining, with standout items such as sashimi, takoyaki, and a notable Riesling, reinforcing Saiko as a top choice for sushi lovers visiting the area.
I have a sushi Omakase experience pretty much every city I travel to for work, & this was fantastic. Get off the walking street & come to this place, as it is the best sushi I have ever had in Montreal. Bravo!
Absolutely amazing ambiance, service & food. We found them on google & decided to try as it wass walking distance from our hotel. So happy we did. Very delicious food.
My friends & I wanted to grab a bite somewhere quiet. We were cosplaying for the Otakuthon convention nearby & we were handled with care & without judgement, which was appreciated.
I got the takoyakis, a chicken yaki, plus a gin yuzu. Everything was absolutely delicious. We were all very happy & enjoyed our experience!
Aug 11, 2025
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The sushi was extremely fresh, the options varied, & the ambiance pleasant. Only downside was there was only 2 servers for the entire restaurant, which made service slightly slower.
But the food was awesome, would definitely return!
Had a girl's night at Saiko sushi on a Wednesday night.
Each of us have a sushi - chef choice $38 sorry I forgot the name. But it was the fresh catch of the day. With rice under & surrounding by fresh avocados. It was really good! Super fresh, I feel the sashimi I can have a lot of them 😁
& we have added a beef yaki. The beef was not tender enough. however the teriyaki sauce is amazing!
5/5 for service. I have asked for gluten free soy sauce. The server did one step ahead by confirming if it is in allergy & made sure all my food are gluten free, & especially got me the teriyaki sauce gluten free as well
Missing one point is only because the beef was not tender.
Btw if you like Riesling , they have amazing Riesling $13/ glass. I like it sweet, & this one served in the restaurant exactly good sweetness
J'ai adoré la cuisine ! & le service est très convivial. Seul petit hic, l'attente des plats était un peu longue mais nous étions nombreux & ils voulaient nous servir tous en même temps.
