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Sushi Nishinokaze

Mile-End
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Sushi Nishinokaze Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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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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Reviews for Sushi Nishinokaze

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Review Summary

Sushi Nishinokaze is described as a world-class edomae dining experience, with meticulous sourcing of seasonal fish, precise technique, and an intimate, club-like atmosphere. Reviews praise the understated, nonflashy setting, the harmony of simple ingredients, and the artful, ceramic presentation that accompanies each course. The menu blends Japanese tradition with local Canadian suppliers, offering a progression of courses that showcase balance, umami, and thoughtful aging. Service is consistently noted as warm, discreet, and highly knowledgeable, with a no tipping policy that aligns with a refined, Japanese-influenced hospitality ethos. Sake pairings and curated wine options, along with the chef's engaging explanations, enhance the tasting and leave diners feeling transported, often likening the experience to traveling to Japan. Overall, the impression is that Sushi Nishinokaze delivers one of the best sushi and omakase experiences in Montreal, revered by many as unforgettable and well worth seeking out.
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It was an amazing overall experience. I can't praise the staff, chef, food, service & atmosphere enough. Highly recommended for a memorable dinner!

Feb 15, 2026
on Google

Hands down, one of the best sushi omakase experience I've ever had. The tuna (3 types of cuts) & the barracuda were my personal favorite. I also cannot forget the egg custard course. Such a warm & happy dish. Their sake pairing is excellent (shout-out to David for taking care of the pairing & accomodating some of my requests).

The experience was unforgettable, the chef & rest of the staff was a delight to chat with in between courses & everyone seemed very passionate about their craft & service.

Jan 20, 2026
on Google

A true gem. Incredible experience in Canada, secretly wish they were still in Toronto!

Crazy quality & sourcing but the chef & team is so humble & knowledgeable.

Jan 7, 2026
on Google

Amazing service from everybody. Thank you chef Vincent. We adored everything. Thank you for the hospitality. Celebrated my girlfriend's bday at an amazing place.

Nov 25, 2025
on Google

Incredible experience & totally worth it. Every piece of tableware is carefully curated as is the art displayed. The food was honestly fantastic & it was a pleasure to witness the chef precise movements & mastery. Notably the tuna & Matane shrimps were really exceptional. The atmosphere is really calm & the noise level kept to a minimum which I really appreciated. I said jokingly to my husband that it's actually like going to the spa but you can actually eat & drink.
Service is efficient & discreet. It is worth noting that this is also a no tip establishment which is definitely very Japanese. On a personal note, I appreciated the Toto toilets, this is always a plus. We also has a little chat with the chef at the end of the meal, he is very friendly & we did exchange a few words about pottery, art, his life & upcoming Japan trip. A delicious evening,
we will definitely be back.

Nov 14, 2025
on Google

It's like you sleepwalked into a plane to Tokyo & woke up right in there. Phenomenal to have this in Montreal. I was lucky enough to do a few edomae right in Tokyo & in NYC & this is absolutely on par with what I experienced. The produce is all seasonal & the care by the chef & staff is outstanding.
Cannot recommend enough if you want to have a luxury sushi experience.

Aug 28, 2025
on Google

Chef was incredibly knowledgeable & immaculately precise. The server was polite & often knew what we wanted before we thought to ask. The 21 courses were an honour & a privilege to partake in... don't know what else I can say: go, enjoy & (later) dream about Nishinokaze! 😄

Jul 28, 2025
on Google

Amazing experience, very authentic, extremely high quality fish, highly skilled chef & the service was immaculate.

I highly recommend it!

Jul 21, 2025
on Google

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.

May 10, 2025
on Google

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!

Apr 28, 2025
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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.

Apr 6, 2025
on Google