Overall, reviews describe Sushi Yasu as a place with fresh ingredients, authentic flavors, and careful preparation that deliver a true Japanese experience, with a warm family style atmosphere and attentive service appreciated by many; the menu is praised for variety and good value, with favorites like sashimi, nigiri, bento boxes, grilled eel, wagyu and uni, and rice often praised for balance and quality. Some comments note occasional drawbacks such as cramped seating, longer waits when busy, and inconsistent timing between appetizers and mains, as well as critiques of overly vinegared rice or a few dishes not meeting expectations; however these concerns do not overshadow generally strong impressions and many say it is among the best sushi options in town, worth a return visit especially if a reservation is made. Takeout is also common and practical, and the overall sentiment is positive about the experience.
Went with friends. We ordered a lot that I didn't take photos of. Everything was fresh & at a good price. Service was prompt & top notch. Not a bad selection of sakes. Must go.
Oct 28, 2023
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Probably THE best Sushi place in the whole Metropolitain Montreal Area.
Always some fantastic new arrivals on the menu. The rice is always impeccable.Toro Tuna with Sea Urchin hand roll was " roll your eyeballs" good.
Very good food, real takoyaki, & sushi prepared fresh by real japanese chefs in front of you. Their specialty seems to be tuna & uni, which is creamy & tastes fresh. however, service was slow; they seemed to have too many orders coming from ubereats/phone.
I recommend the tuna, salmon, teriyaki beef.
Prices were actually very cheap for what we're getting, could easily fill your belly on sushi alone if you stay away from the premium uni.
Simplement l'un meilleurs restaurants japonais. Sans prétention mais la qualité est là. Les sushis sont classiques mais savoureux & généreux. Pas remplis de panko ou de tempura comme ailleurs.
Une belle découverte cet restaurant typiquement Japonais. Les sashimis sont frais & délicieux. Le Tonkatsu est croustillant & plein de saveurs. Le prix est raisonnable, mais le service est un peu lent. On dirait que les commandes pour apportez sont toujours prioritaires sur celles de la salle à manger, on a dû patienter de longues minutes.
I have been going to this sushi place for over 20 years. Just recently went back & it’s as amazing as it’s always been. Food is fantastic, great prices & variety. All freshly made on-site in front of you. Service is great. Very friendly staff. The place was full as per usual. I highly recommend.
One of the most authentic Japanese restaurants in the Montreal area. It takes some curiosity & a good deal of temerity to discover this gem of a sushi restaurant, buried in an anonymous parking lot of the Boulevard Rome. But the trip is highly rewarding! You find yourself in a true Japanese enclave in the South Bank. No wonder if, for prominent Japanese visitors, Montreal has two genuine sushi addresses, the outstanding but expensive Jun-I, & here. It is also my opinion. The all-Japanese ownership & cooks make sure that you will be served the freshest fish sashimi, & sushi offer the uncompromising Japanese taste & quality, that no other sushi bar in Montreal, else than Jun-I can match. Other Japanese dishes are of the same level.
Prices are reasonable, providing for a nonpareil value for money. Although simple, the decor & atmosphere are friendly & comfortable.
Highly recommended
I have visited the restaurant on many occasions. Having lived in Asia for several years, I have always been satisfied with the quality & authenticity of the food. The taste & presentation indicate that the chefs take pride in their business. Unfortunately, I cannot say the same about the servers, most of whom leave a great deal to be desired. Though there are one or two exceptions, most of them do not greet you upon entering. In fact, they ask quite rudely if you have a reservation. Not very welcoming. Through the rest of the service, they are not particularly polite or courteous, & you are made to feel as if you are fortunate just to have been given a table. When observing their interaction with other customers, I get the impression that I am not the only one who feels this way. They are unapologetic when things go wrong, & at times, they almost seem to be rushing people out. They are unable / unwilling to answer relevant questions about the food. I have also seen two of them loudly disparage customers when speaking to each other in Cantonese.
In terms of the food, I cannot get enough. In terms of the attitude of some of servers, I have seen more than enough. I will continue to go to Yasu - for takeout.
Oct 13, 2014
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Yesterday around 1pm, we went to this restaurant in Brossard for lunch with good intention & happiness due to a special occasion: my birthday. Unfortunately, the waitress had ruined it all. After we entered the restaurant, the waitress showed us where to sit. We felt the table was too small & there were plenty of other tables since it was already 1pm. Therefore, we asked her if we could change to another table which was a little bigger & more comfortable to eat. She told us no. We pointed it out why "one" guy beside us can have a table for 4 persons & other 2 guys can have a table for 4 persons. We are 2 & why squeeze into a tiny table beside the main entrance, while there are plenty of other bigger & more comfortable tables left. She refused us again. We feel like dummy & not been respectful by this Chinese waitress. So we quitted instead of arguing back. I feel sad because we have been there for several times & find it was nice cook. I don't want to be rough. In now days, the restaurant is not easy to be survived. Good reputation is based on good cooking & fine customer service. Everyone who come in for lunch/dinner are customers. They are deserved to be treated nicely & equally no matter how much money they spend on nor which ethnic they are. They are just people who want to have to a warm place & enjoy a fine cook with friends or family. I am not saying that all customers are always right or nice behaved but, you should always be taking care of them & try to find a solution in respectful manner.
