Reviews consistently describe UTO Sushi as fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned, with many diners calling it the best sushi they have had and a Montreal gem. The fish is praised for exceptional freshness and quality, with standout items including eel, torched sushi, maki, nigiri, and poke bowls, and the chef or owner is repeatedly described as friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Several notes mention good value and solid takeout options, though during peak hours or close to closing there can be a wait, and some advise ordering in advance. The place feels small and family run, with personal touches such as in house sauces and a hands on chef who makes an effort to accommodate preferences. Overall, customers express strong satisfaction and a clear intention to return, often recommending the spot to friends and considering it among the top sushi options in the city.
Really friendly staff & delicious sushi at a great value. The place is a bit small, but it still works. They have a shop with Japanese goods as well. No fried sushi unfortunately but their fresh rolls are still very good.
Oct 31, 2025
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this is the best sushi place in montreal hands down. a very cute family owned place. the salmon & eel r of the best ive ever tasted. the chef is so friendly & sweet as well.
I am just so addicted to this spot. UTO has no doubt the best sushi I have ever had in my life. The dishes are really of Michelin-star quality. A spot not to miss when in Montreal.
Incredible sushi, really fresh & prepared very well. The chef/proprietor is very friendly & interesting to speak with. He opened in May 2024 & works very long hours to make sure his food is the best it can be. Even the soy sauce (which the chef makes himself) had a noticeable, above the norm taste. We had sushi but the people sitting next to us had the poke bowls which looked amazing. I recommend looking at the menu & deciding which items you would prefer Not to have, then asking the chef to recommend items from the rest of the menu… His suggestions for us were spot on.
I will admit that I was skeptical of all the five star reviews, but after dinning there I see they are genuine & well deserved.
Update 8/28/2025 - I came back a year later. The sushi was just as amazing as I remember from 2024. The owner is doing an amazing job. He has maintained & even elevated the high quality & integrity of his restaurant. UTO Sushi well deserves its strong reputation.
Sep 2, 2025
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Wonderful !! Best sushis of our life. A jewel in Montreal, the place is clean & the orner is very polite & kind.
The fish is very fresh, & my familly & I are ready to take the plane just to taste it again.
Le meilleur sushi de Montréal, sans aucun doute.
Ce petit restaurant sans prétention propose des sushis absolument exceptionnels. La fraîcheur des ingrédients est indiscutable, & le riz est cuit à la perfection - chaque bouchée est un vrai régal.
L'attention du maître sushi est remarquable : on sent la passion & le souci du détail dans chaque assiette.
C'est, selon moi, le meilleur sushi en ville.
Je le recommande sans la moindre hésitation !
Anywhere with a 5* rating I'm a little skeptical - don't be! This place was great. Really friendly chef who helped with suggestions. Sushi was made fresh with only about a 10 minute wait (& they were busy!). Rolls were really tasty & a great size to be easily eaten.
Very nice experience, fresh sushi, nice prices, combo platters don't feel like another boring cucumber/avocado boring combination. Definitely my new favorite spot. i hope this hidden gem flourishes & keeps this quality of sushi in Montreal
