Sushi Nishinokaze
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Sushi Nishinokaze is an intimate, 8-seat Edomae sushiya in Montreal, led by Canada and Japan trained chef-owner Vincent Gee.
Nishinokaze, which translates to "West Wind," reflects his mission to showcase the pristine natural flavor of both local and imported wild seafood.
The foundation of our cuisine, the shari (sushi rice), is crafted using naturally grown rice and artisanal red vinegar sourced directly from the producers.
Our space was designed by acclaimed Montreal and Tokyo-born architects Justin Nguyen (David Adjaye, SHoP) and Taichi Kuma (Tailand, Kengo Kuma and Associates), blending old world and modern design language seamlessly.
As a “living gallery,” we present ancient and contemporary ceramics in their most beautiful state: in use. Our unparalleled collection, which changes monthly, spans over 5,000 years of Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese, Middle Eastern, and Western pottery.
We offer a carefully curated selection of rare sake, Burgundy, Champagne, and natural wines.
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Maxime
Amazing experience, very authentic, extremely high quality fish, highly skilled chef & the service was immaculate.
I highly recommend it!View more
Tristian
This is a top-tier edomae dining experience in Montréal. The intimate atmosphere, the comfortable pace of the meal, the warm wood tones & jazz in the background. Each bite was wonderful. If you want to celebrate a special occasion or are just a sushi lover, this is a great place to do it. The chef is clearly very passionate about his work & takes time to explain each question in detail with enthusiasm. I can't recommend this place enough.View more
Liem
Sushi Nishinokaze is THE up & coming sushi omakase in Montreal. As an omakase experience it is much less showy than Okeya, & the quality of fish & service isn't lacking, & in my humble opinion it is a superior value ratio.
The omakase menu progressed gracefully with a jazz backdrop through different pieces of sushi, from harder/thougher textures through softer textures. The sake pairing matches well from floral to more savory.
The fish is impeccably prepared, perfectly aged, & savory, each piece has its place in the lineup, highlighting the best of Japanese & Canadian seasonality.
The rice is well seasoned & cooked, you can feel each individual grain of rice, & they aren't mushed together.
The wine list is short but impressive.
Overall I would say Sushi Nishinokaze takes the top sushi restaurant in Montreal both in terms of service & sushi & I look forward to visiting again.View more
Einny
Wow Where to start. A traditional Omakase experience finally in Montréal. Chef Vince & his staff were amazing. Went for my wife's birthday dinner & we were not disappointed. We love Omakase & can't get enough. We have eaten at many places in Toronto & all the places in Montréal. This is definitely at the top. Very intimate setting. See you soon!View more
Guillaume
Ma conjointe & moi fêtions nos 1 an de mariage. Nous avons littéralement voyagé au Japon. Nous avons été transporté dans un expérience dont nous allons nous rappeler pendant longtemps. Le service, la qualité des ingrédients, le soucies du détails, la simplicité des plats & que dire des toilettes japonaises!
Merci pour ce moment. Ça n'avais pas de prix!View more
Charles
Nous avons vécu une expérience'omakase' exceptionnelle. Le chef & propriétaire, Vincent, est extrêmement accueillant & nous accompagne tout au long du service en nous expliquant la provenance de chaque produit & les techniques utilisées. Les sushis, pièces maîtresses du repas, mais aussi les plats de fruits de mer, sont d'une fraîcheur inégalée. Chaque couvert utilisé est une oeuvre d'art en soi & l'espace, intime & épuré, contribue à nous faire voyager le temps d'un repas. En plus des poissons & fruits de mer importés directement du Japon, Vincent fait une place aux produits locaux, tels que le crabe des neiges & la crevette de Matane (crue!) tout en conservant les techniques & codes de la cuisine japonaise qu'il traite avec un grand respect.
En somme, une expérience à vivre au moins une fois dans votre vie.View more
Mike
Nothing short of world-class, delivering an experience on par with (if not better than) legendary spots like Shion in NYC & Shoushin in Toronto.
Julian & Vincent's passion for craft is evident in every bite-from the meticulous sourcing of the finest ingredients to their masterful execution. Each course is a showcase of precision, balance, & depth of flavor (Can you say UMAMI?!?!), making for an unforgettable dining experience. The attention to detail & reverence for tradition are second to none.
This is the kind of place that keeps calling you back, & I'll be returning very, very often. What an experience, thank you for bringing your talents to this city.View more
Jeff
Edo-style sushi with emphasis on quality ingredients, sourced locally & from Japan. Make sure to order sake to see/experience all the unique & handcrafted ceramics. No frills, just amazing sushi, intimate setting, & overall great experienceView more
David
Superior Edo omakase experience. Montreals much needed Japanese experience.View more
Alan
I am so happy that we finally got an amazing sushi in MontrealView more
Victor
I had the privilege of experiencing edomae at its best at Sushi Nishinokaze. The attention to detail, commitment to fresh Japan & locally sourced ingredients resulted in a truly unforgettable culinary journey. The Japanese pottery & jazzy vibes enhanced the simplistic atmosphere along with its impeccable service. A must-visit for anyone seeking an unforgettable evening.View more
Duc
Really happy that we get to finally have something of this level in MTL. The owners' love of tradition & craft exudes from every inch of this place, going so far as to source their ingredients from Japan. It is the only sushi restaurant I've been to here that rivals experiences I've had in Japan.View more
Justin
Exceptional food,experience & wine. Highly recommend:)View more