Sushi Hidden Fish is dedicated to the creation of authentic Japanese cuisine here in Montreal. As the one and only Kaiseki Omakase, we are committed to offering you the best experience in our restaurant.
Kaiseki Omakase is an art form that we here at Sushi Hidden Fish are excited to bring to this corner of the world. We currently offer take out options catered to your needs, and they’re sure to exceed your expectations! We can’t wait to greet you in person when it’s safe to do so.
Reviews for Sushi Hidden Fish consistently highlight superb freshness, precise preparation, and beautifully presented dishes that combine classic nigiri and sashimi with inventive, non traditional rolls; the atmosphere is refined and intimate, the bar offers a standout vibe, and the service is attentive and knowledgeable, creating an experience that many diners feel justifies the price and invites a return visit.
Subarashine! Service impeccable, traitement quasi royal. Sublimes sashimi & nigiri, tant au goût qu'en présentation. Explication precise & concise lorsque les plats sont présentés. Excellente sélection de sake, cocktails à jour & excellents tout autant. Un grand merci à toute l'équipe!
The sushi here is fantastic! Amazing presentation, amazing flavor, & you can get aged kanpachi which is one of my faves. Even though I typically just get nigiri & sashimi, we did try one of their rolls & it was also of amazing quality.
However the atmosphere is not at all what we're used to in Japan & California--it's a weird mashup of European formal & Japanese. The lighting is dark & the atmosphere quiet.
Sitting at the sushi bar is NOT like what sitting at the sushi bar is supposed to be. There is no interaction with the sushi chefs, even though they are right there. & we had to order from a waiter by the nature of sitting at the sushi bar, stood behind us--which makes for an odd, detached experience.
All that said, it is the best nigiri & sashimi I've been able to find in Montreal so far.
May 5, 2026
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Amazing experience, the service was amazing. Our server & bartender were knowledgeable & attentive & great to chat with. I had the aged premium chefs choice sashimi & the chefs choice nigiri; along with a few of the premium nigiri options. Well worth the price tag, an overall exceptional experience all around. I'm a huge cocktail & sushi enthusiast; The bartender explained some of his signature cocktails & i was very pleased by the drinks provided, they were creative & delicious. Our server was helpful giving us ideas of places to explore in the city & was very friendly. The fish quality & freshness, presentation, timing of plates & courses, & atmosphere left nothing to be desired!
This is absolutely one of the most amazing place I would recommend for outstanding sushi. However, on my first visit with my daughter, I requested an otoro substitution. The waiter was fantastic & offered a suitable option, as it wasn't possible to substitute. We had a fabulous experience, the waiter made me have memorable moment with his care & knowledge & that's exactly why I returned on Wednesday.
This time, I made the same request, but the waiter was somewhat rude & cold. I mistakenly insisted that it had been done before. Later, after speaking with my daughter, she made me realize that I was wrong. The first time, I had received a 12-piece nigiri platter with 2 pieces of otoro on the side. While my misunderstanding may have contributed to the situation, it does not excuse the waiter's attitude.
My waiter (I think his name was Max, I cant remember) had mentioned that he had four years of experience, & I believe someone with that level of experience should have understood better & shown more empathy. In contrast, the first waiter handled it with professionalism & found an option that worked for me.
Despite the great quality of the food, I will not be returning after this experience. This is the reason I am rating this restaurant 3 stars even though I believe that I should put 1 star only, I would have rated it 5 stars if it had been based solely on my first visit with that wonderful gentlemen that took care of us.
Wowow we had such an amazing experience here. The ambience was quiet, dark, & cozy. Our server, Reza, was incredibly knowledgeable & friendly. He gave us a few off menu recommendations that were absolutely delicious as well as a bunch of recommendations for places to try around town. The nigiri was some of the best we've ever had-flavorful, fresh, & very generously proportioned. We will definitely be back next time we're in town! Thank you!
This is, without a doubt, the best sushi experience I've ever had & not just in Canada.
I've tried countless premium sushi spots across different countries, & Hidden Fish still stands at the very top for me.
I first visited about a year ago & returned again this week, & the quality has remained exactly the same: absolute perfection. Not even the slightest drop.
From the moment you walk in, the experience is thoughtful. The hostess is warm, very welcoming, & genuinely engaging.
The ambiance & interior strike a perfect balance, refined & elegant, yet comfortable. It feels luxurious without being intimidating or pretentious.
The service continues to impress throughout. The staff know the menu inside out. Even when simply shown a picture, they can immediately identify the dishes. They also give precise, thoughtful recommendations that are actually spot on. They're attentive, quick, & efficient, yet never rushed. Friendly, but with just the right level of professionalism & boundaries.
& then, the food.
The nigiri are truly out of this world! Each piece feels like a complete journey. It starts with one flavor & sensation, evolves midway into something new, & finishes with a lingering final note. It's incredible how much depth & progression can exist in a single bite.
The wagyu was the best I've ever had! You can literally taste the quality. It's not just good, it's craftsmanship at its highest level.
The sashimi & maki are equally exceptional. With this place, there's no risk of ordering the wrong thing. Every dish delivers. Nothing feels average or forgettable.
This place is a true gem.
Apr 11, 2026
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I came here twice. Amazing sushi & beautifully presented dishes. The pieces are slightly on the smaller side, but the flavor is absolutely perfect. The nigiri was definitely the highlight for me, a must-have if you're visiting! The ambience & decor are beautiful as well.
You can really see the care & precision in the cuts & the details of each piece. It is on the higher end price-wise, but worth it for the quality. I would personally skip the crab appetizer next time simply because it didn't wow me like the sushi did.
Overall, such a great experience & I'll definitely keep coming back!
A Masterclass in Culinary Orchestration & Hospitality
Visiting from out of town, my son & I were searching for a definitive sushi experience in Montreal. From the moment we stepped into Hidden Fish, we were met with a level of hospitality that was as immediate as it was genuine. Despite not having a reservation, we were welcomed without hesitation & seated at the sushi bar, the best seats in the house to witness Executive Chef Haruo & his team operate like a finely tuned orchestra.
While the entire staff was exceptional, our primary server, Matthew, was instrumental in making the evening perfect. He ensured every detail was attended to with grace, striking the ideal balance between professional attentiveness & warm engagement. Under his care, the service flowed seamlessly, allowing us to focus entirely on the culinary artistry.
The precision of the kitchen is matched only by the complexity of the flavors. Several'movements' in this performance were particularly standout:
Hokkaido Scallop Sashimi: A delicate balance of textures where the Miyoga & Ikura provided a sophisticated brightness against the Tosazu dressing.
Miyazaki A5 Wagyu Tataki: Truly exceptional. The roasted garlic & garlic-ginger BBQ sauce enhanced the richness of the A5 beef without overshadowing its quality.
Chutoro Nigiri: A masterstroke of simplicity & melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Salmon Gravlax Maki: A highlight of creative engineering with salmon marinated with beetroot. The combination of Kizami Wasabi, fried onion, & Akazu vinegar rice created a complex, multi-layered sensory experience.
Chef Haruo & his masterful team, anchored by Matthew's outstanding service, have created a venue where technical excellence meets heartfelt hospitality. This wasn't just a meal; it was a sensory experience that outshone any sushi encounter we've had before. We will be returning to Montreal specifically to sit at this bar again.
Il n'y a pas de mots pour décrire l'expérience que nous avons vécu ce soir, tant tout était exceptionnel. Du service impeccable aux Nigiri divins. Les chefs sont d'une gentillesse infinie. Une expérience hors du temps
Selon moi, LE meilleur restaurant de sushi à Montréal. Tout étais parfait ! Ambiance, service , & surtout nourriture. Les sushis étais frais, les recettes recherchés & que dire des présentations!
Tartare de wagyu Nigiri unagi
Saumon bio
Maki crab
Maki wagyu
Maki unagi
Maki saumon gravlax
Maki hotaru
Une bouteille de vin
Total de 690$ + tip
Ils servent un déssert pour votre fête 🎂
Facture salée mais nous allons y retourner!!
I would say the recent reviews about this place going downhill are true. We have been here a few times over the last few years & absolutely enjoyed our meals, spending hundreds per person each time. Premium prices but ok for us if the food is good. Tonight however we were quite disappointed. We ordered the 3 person chefs selection nigiris, & the selection was a bit cheap - a third of it was sea bream & a lot of it was the cheaper fish. I think we paid more as a chefs selection than if we had selected the nigiri's ourselves. The chutoro was fishy & so was another one of the maki's. We had flagged this a few times & were told they would tell the chefs but the response was a'the tuna is normally more fishy'. (I've eaten high quality sushi all of my life in Vancouver & Japan - that's not true). On the plus side we really enjoyed our dessert. Maybe it was an off night but even after politely expressing our concerns nothing was really done except for trying to gas light us into thinking fishy tuna at this price point is normal. Will not be returning.
2025-01 Première expérience :
« Wow! Quelle belle expérience!
J'ai été extrêmement impressionné par la qualité des sushis.
C'est de la fine gastronomie & les portions sont généreuses. »
2025-10-19 Troisième expérience :
Plutôt décevant. Nous avons commandé la sélection de 18 nigiris & la valeur n'y était pas. Le plateau était composé de plusieurs morceaux plus cheap & le goût de certains n'était pas frais. Nous avons également retourné un plateau de 8 machis, parce que le goût n'était pas frais. Nos 2 expériences passées étaient bien meilleures, mais celle-là était décevante. On s'attend à mieux d'un souper à 340$ + tip…
Upscale with a plethora of affordable options. Served by Matt who recommended the bluefin tuna nigiri with caviar on it- & it was a wonderful suggestion! Great food, great time.
Sep 18, 2025
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i used to be such a hidden fish hater cuz i tried it a few yrs ago & it was so boring but i finally went again last week & it was AMAZING.
everything we ordered was so delicious. salmon noodles, ora king salmon sashimi, chef choice nigiri set, & their special at the time, this ankimo maki (monkfish liver) was seriously incredible. every bite was big MMM moment. super fresh, super interesting mix of ingredients.
I recently visited this sushi restaurant & had a mixed experience overall. The ambiance was a definite highlight-stylish, relaxing, & perfect for a date night.
In terms of food, it was a bit hit-or-miss. The otoro nigiri stood out as exceptional-buttery, fresh, & beautifully presented. Comparable to ones I've had in Japan. Unfortunately, the sashimi was underwhelming, lacking the flavor & texture you'd expect at this price point. The maki rolls were decent but enjoyable enough.
The main drawback was the slow service. While the staff was polite, the wait times between courses felt too long, especially for a Monday night. The server also didn't bring soy sauce or wasabi/ginger the entire night.
Final verdict: Come for the ambiance & the otoro, but manage your expectations on the rest of the menu & service speed.
Absolutely top-tier sushi. Every roll, nigiri, & sashimi was the most elegantly & tastily prepared-so flavorful that no soy sauce was needed. Our waiter was excellent, & multiple staff members helped us throughout the meal. Everyone was incredibly attentive without being intrusive. A standout dining experience from start to finish. Highly recommend.
Je suis revenu à Hidden Fish pour la 4eme fois le weekend dernier pour fêter ma graduation, & comme toujours ce fut parfait & délicieux !
C'est un des rares restaurants de Montréal où je suis toujours surpris & impressionné après plusieurs retours.
Les poissons sont parfaitement préparé, avec un vrai savoir sur les poissons vieillis (nouveauté pour moi cette fois-ci).
Le service est excellent avec des serveurs connaissants très bien leurs produits & une attention aux détails sans être trop présent.
Enfin, les plats sont toujours parfait. Les saveurs sont balancées, les nigiri/sashimi très simples, brillent par l'onctuosité du poisson cru. Les chumakis & autres « rolls » permettent d'explorer des combinaisons plus fantasques mais sans cacher le goût central de l'ingrédient.
Pour une belle occasion & si vous voulez vivre une expérience authentique, FONCEZ !
