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Yama Restaurant

Located in the Vogue Hotel Montreal Downtown
Downtown
4.3$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 7 am
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Yama Restaurant Downtown, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
AsianPeruvianCreativeBreakfastBrunchGreat selection of cocktailsResto-Bar
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About

Yama Restaurant presents a fusion concept blending Japanese techniques with robust Peruvian ingredients. The kitchen emphasizes raw fish preparations, vibrant citrus-based sauces, and high-quality protein components common in Nikkei culinary traditions. Guests observe a focus on creative flavor combinations that bridge the divide between oceanic freshness and Andean earthiness. The interior environment prioritizes a functional arrangement suitable for focused exploration of these specific multicultural flavor profiles. Dishes emphasize precision in slicing and a reliance on complex, acidified marinades that define this unique cross-continental style. The menu functions as a technical display of balance where sharp ginger and spicy peppers interact with delicate sashimi. Every component serves to highlight the intrinsic textures of the selected ingredients without unnecessary distraction or traditional ornamentation.

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Amenities, services & more

Located in the Vogue Hotel Montreal Downtown
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5★
69%
4★
11%
3★
4%
2★
12%
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3%

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Reviews for Yama Restaurant

Food
Service
on Google4.2 (200+)
*as of 2026-07-01
5★
69%
4★
11%
3★
4%
2★
12%
1★
3%

Review Summary

Yama Restaurant is frequently praised for its vibrant atmosphere, sophisticated interior, and high quality Japanese cuisine, particularly the sushi and diverse vegetarian options. Many guests highlight the exceptional hospitality and attentive service provided by specific staff members, often noting that these interactions make the dining experience memorable and welcoming. While the establishment is widely considered a top destination in downtown Montreal for business meetings and celebrations, some visitors report inconsistencies regarding service attentiveness, management presence, and a perceived lack of value given the higher price points. Overall, it remains a popular spot for those seeking an elegant environment, though individual experiences with service speed and management interactions can vary significantly.
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I usually come to this place, but lately it has changed a lot, & not in a good way. It feels like they now bring in girls who pretend to be regular customers just to encourage people to buy expensive shots & overpriced bottles. Seeing these kinds of tactics in a place that used to have a good reputation is really disappointing. It honestly feels unprofessional & desperate compared to how it used to be.

May 25, 2026
on Google

Billy had us set up in the most amazing way. Worth the travel doing the F1 weekend. THANKS AGAIN TO THE MAN 🙏🙏

May 24, 2026
on Google

Billy goes above & beyond. Top level respect to the man. Thanks

May 24, 2026
on Google

Je suis venu par invitation à cette délicieuse place lors du week-end de la F1 de Montréal, vendredi soir. J'ai été servi au bar par M. Alex M. ainsi que Pénélope, & j'ai reçu un excellent service.

Malgré l'achalandage, Alex a pris le temps de bien répondre à toutes mes nombreuses questions (désolé encore 😅). Le service était rapide, professionnel & très apprécié.

J'ai vraiment aimé l'ambiance, la place ainsi que mon repas. Merci beaucoup pour la belle expérience 👌
Voici quelques photos de la place & de mon repas :)

May 23, 2026
on Google

Tellement un beau services avec Marin , nous allons revenir 🤩

May 21, 2026
on Google

Aujourd'hui, j'ai vécu une expérience assez décevante devant le restaurant Yama, au centre-ville de Montréal.

Après avoir soupé avec ma mère, nous voulions simplement entrer pour prendre un café & un dessert sur le bord des belles fenêtres. . Dès mon arrivée, un jeune serveur à l'entrée dehors m'a immédiatement redirigée vers « le petit café dans le coin » pour aller prendre un café là-bas à la place.

Je lui ai pourtant expliqué que je voulais simplement m'asseoir ici avec ma mère pour profiter de l'ambiance du restaurant. Quand j'ai ajouté que nous voulions aussi prendre un dessert, il m'a encore redirigée vers « le petit café dans le coin », en disant qu'ils avaient plus de choix là-bas!

Honnêtement, j'ai eu l'impression qu'il essayait constamment de nous décourager d'entrer plutôt que de nous accueillir. C'est la première fois de ma vie que je ressens autant de résistance simplement pour vouloir entrer dans un établissement.

J'ai voyagé & visité des restaurants partout dans le monde, incluant récemment de très beaux endroits au Japon, & je n'ai jamais vécu une situation semblable. Je ne sais pas si c'était lié à ma façon d'être habillée, j'étais chic mais en Converse mais je suis repartie avec un réel sentiment d'avoir été jugée avant même d'avoir pu entrer.

C'est vraiment dommage, parce que l'endroit semblait magnifique & je voulais simplement partager un beau moment avec ma mère. wow

May 20, 2026
on Google

Wow, soirée exceptionnelle!!!
On as adore le spot mais surtout le service de Alex au Bar!! Incroyable, on vas revenir c'est certain!! Drinks/foods/vibe absolument incroyable!! Merci a tout la team

May 20, 2026
on Google
5.0

My favourite spot to eat downtown. Best food & service you could ask for!

May 20, 2026
on Google

Serendipity: The serendipity of finding a rare book in a bookstore always bring a smile to my face

May 20, 2026
on Google

Came in to town from Buffalo for Game 4 & showed up to Yama after the game upon recommendation from a friend

Had a great time with some of the Habs fans there, but was shocked to see the despondent & arrogant attitude of the manager.

It was a busy night…the bartender & bus staff were doing a great job with the crowd but this floor manager was barely present in the room.

When he did show up, he would only concentrate on a few guests. He wasn't helping out the team at all. But what was more awkward is on more than one occasion he went behind the bar to talk down to the staff *in front* of everyone.

Ive never seen a floor manager so disconnected from what was happening

5 stars for the service staff only

May 20, 2026
on Google