For your greatest pleasure, umamia! offers you gourmet, healthy, modern and balanced cuisine made from carefully selected fresh quality products. The recipes have been specially designed by one of the greatest Japanese chefs of his generation: Hirose Abe.
Umamia is repeatedly described as a standout sushi spot with ultra-fresh fish, creative rolls, and meticulous preparation that impresses diners who value quality ingredients and elegant presentation. The atmosphere is warm, modern, and inviting, with a calm, refined vibe and a well chosen playlist. Service is generally attentive and friendly, with helpful recommendations, though a few reviews mention slower pacing or occasional inconsistencies. The BYOW concept is a major plus for many, often paired with thoughtful corkage and glassware, while a small number note hidden charges or misalignment with expectations. Dishes such as sashimi, nigiri, and signature rolls like Griffin and Tokyo uramaki are celebrated for balance and freshness, with some meals noting that portions feel modest for the price. Overall Umamia is seen as a premium yet accessible sushi experience, ideal for celebrations or casual dinners, and frequently recommended as one of the best sushi options in Montreal.
Un véritable bijou de restaurant de quartier ! Le sushi est frais, & délicieux. Le concept BYOW est un vrai plus, & la playlist crée une ambiance parfaite pour une soirée agréable. Le service est impeccable, & accueillant. À recommander sans hésiter. A true gem of a neighborhood restaurant in Griffintown! The sushi is fresh, delicious, & made with care. The BYOW concept is a great touch, & the playlist sets the perfect vibe. The service is top-notch, friendly & welcoming. If you're looking for an authentic experience, don't miss this place! Highly recommend.
Excellent restaurant de sushis! Notre serveur Pierre-Marc a rendu cette expérience inoubliable en étant un serveur accueillant & attentif. Je vais certainement y retourner!
Jan 3, 2025
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Un excellent repas dans ce restaurant de sushis ! Les plats étaient frais, savoureux & joliment présentés. Mention spéciale à notre serveur Pierre-Marc, qui a été attentif, professionnel & chaleureux tout au long de notre repas. Il a su nous conseiller parfaitement & a ajouté une touche de convivialité à notre expérience. Nous reviendrons sans hésite
Umamia is hands-down one of the best sushi spots I've ever been to. The fish is incredibly fresh, & the rolls are crafted with care, offering a perfect balance of flavors. The presentation is stunning, & the atmosphere is cozy yet elegant, making it ideal for any occasion. I'll definitely be coming back for more! Thanks to Pierre-Marc for the excellent service!
Très bon restaurant. Le poisson est frais & de qualité, les rouleaux sont originaux & les combinaisons de saveurs sont super. Belle ambiance. C'est un apportez votre vin... par contre il y a un cork fee de 5$, première fois que je vois ça au qc.
Nov 30, 2024
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Super petit resto ! Excellent service de la part d'un employé investi qui connaît à la perfection le menu. La bouffe est excellente, originale & authentique. Le fait de pouvoir apportez son vin est très apprécié. Nous avons passé un excellent moment. A noter qu'il est agréable de voir les employé cuisiner les plats & que malgré la petite taille de la salle, nous pouvions parler normalement pour nous entendre. Bref, nous recommandons vivement !
Wow one of the best sushi restaurants in Montreal. This spot deserves to be on the « best sushi restaurants » list. Service is impeccable & you are treated so well (like kings & queens). Umamia serves premium sushis rolls & nigiris with incredible ingredients. The kitchen is in the dinning room so you see all the chefs in action & this is pretty to see. All the sushis were delicious (I recommend them all). I also tasted all the appetizers & they were all excellent. If I had to choose my top 3 : wasabi nori chips, lobster infused miso soup & gyozas.
Les mots nous manquent pour définir à quel point c'était parfait, délectable, beau, bon, frais, accueil parfait, service incroyable .La soupe Miso est exquise, les sushis sont divins Même les desserts sont délicieux & magnifiques! . Je ne sais pas quoi dire de plus ! Nous ne mangerons plus jamais de sushis ailleurs qu'ici ! J'ai déjà hâte à la prochaine fois!
Très belle place à sushi & donburi ! Les sashimis & les nigiris sont très copieux. Dans l'ensemble tout était super savoureux, & les cuisiniers prêtent une attention particulière à la présentation des plateaux. Le service en lui-même était super ! Je ne mets que 4 étoiles, car l'attente a été assez longue durant notre service (à peu près 1h d'attente), mais l'attente en valait la peine. Je recommande sans hésitation! Petit précision : c'est un apportez votre vin, mais il y a un droit de bouchon de 5 dollars PAR bouteille.
Nov 19, 2024
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An unforgettable experience! The restaurant boasts a beautiful array of entrées that tantalize the taste buds right from the start. The amazing lobster-infused miso soup was a revelation, & we also enjoyed the crunchy & spicy nori wasabi chips. One of the unique features of this place is that it's a bring-your-own-wine spot, which is quite rare in Griffintown, making it a great option for a relaxed evening out. The mocktails were impressive as well, providing a refreshing complement to the meal. The sushi was nothing short of amazing, featuring creative & complementary flavors that showcased the chef's talent. The ingredients were super fresh, & the large portions meant we left feeling completely satisfied. To top it all off, we indulged in exquisite desserts, with the limoncello basil being a standout that I can't recommend highly enough. Furthermore, the décor of the restaurant is gorgeous & creates a warm, intimate atmosphere that's perfect for a date night.
Si ont pouvait mettre une note encore plus haute je l'aurais fait. Ce n'est pas la première fois que je vais à cette endroit avec ma copine & à chaque fois nous apportons des amis pour leur faire découvrir. A chaque fois c'est le même résultat... INCROYABLE! Vous devez faire un tour & goûter au rouleau Griffin. Clest exceptionnel. Le poisson find dans la bouche & pour avoir fait presque le tour du menu tout est plus que bon. Nous avons été servis à chaque fois par Pierre-Marc qui est un amour & il sait comment accueillir les clients. Le service est très rapide pour la qualité des aliments que vous allez manger. Allez leur donner de l'amour ils le méritent.
I have no words to describe how amazing this experience was. By far, one of the best sushis I've ever had. The place is very warm, clean & well decorated. People are friendly & caring. Food is just incredibly tasty & worth of a multi starred chef's restaurant. I will definitely go back again & again. If you have a fine taste of elegantly presented meals & very like Japanese/Asian cuisine, going to UMAMIA is a must.
The food was delicious but the service excruciatingly slow. We waited for 45 minutes before the waiter came to say our order was put in late & offered us chips while we waited. When the food came out we were all served at different times with my husband getting his dish when everyone else had already finished. The water pitcher was very small & we had to ask for water several times. The food was very fresh & tasty but the long wait spoiled the experience. The wait & kitchen staff seemed insufficient & inefficient for the amount of customers at the restaurant.
