YAMA, qui en japonais signifie « montagne », rendant hommage à l'emplacement du restaurant sur la rue de la Montagne, et à l'ancienne croyance selon laquelle la montagne est au cœur des ressources telles que l'eau douce et les nutriments nécessaires au bien-être.
Conçu avec des matériaux naturels qui s'inspire des régions montagneuses explorées lors des longs voyages du Chef Antonio Park, YAMA sera vous offrir un menu panasiatique et des cocktails conçus pour être sensoriels, élevés et spécial.
Yama propose une expérience culinaire raffinée et dynamique, avec des sushis vedettes, des saveurs fraîches et une ambiance soignée; le service est généralement attentif et le programme de cocktails ainsi que le petit déjeuner sont bien reçus. De nombreuses visites soulignent la constance des plats et la chaleur du personnel, en faisant un choix fiable pour des repas spéciaux ou des célébrations. Certaines critiques notent que les prix sont élevés au regard de la valeur et que le service peut être inégal ou lent par moments, notamment lors des périodes d’affluence. Dans l’ensemble, Yama est souvent considéré comme une excellente option au centre-ville qui peut impressionner par sa qualité et son ambiance, mais les visiteurs potentiels doivent être prêts à payer un tarif premium et accepter quelques imperfections du service.
Sarah Al Hajj Ali was a fantastic host & impromptu concierge for our short trip in Montreal. She greeted us every day as Vogue Hotel guests & provided fantastic recommendations for nights out in the city. Thank you very much, Sarah.
Wagyu steak was outstanding: done medium-rare, attractively-presented, & every morsel a delight. Even the grilled vegetables with it were excellent. My biggest gripe was the limited portion size, but I suppose you're meant to eat multiple courses. Service was fine, but nothing remarkable.
Recently visited Yama in Montreal for a special event, & it was nothing short of spectacular. The atmosphere was lively & elegant, perfectly matched by a thoughtfully curated wine pairing that elevated every bite. The sushi? Absolutely divine-fresh, artfully presented, & bursting with flavor.
From start to finish, the experience was seamless & memorable. Yama knows how to turn a meal into a celebration. Can't wait to return & explore more of their menu.
We were assigned a table by the hostess on the terrasse for an evening drink. Despite several staff moving around & the place being far from busy, no one came to take our order (not even to offer water)for more than 20 minutes.
We eventually left, completely ignored. No one seemed to notice or care.
Great service, but the food is RIDICULOUSLY expensive for the quality that you get. The sushi tasted like it was made in a chain restaurant. Really disappointing experience.
Yama has been my go-to destination for years, & with good reason-it's consistently exceptional in every way. Nestled in the heart of downtown Montreal, this restaurant offers a refined escape from the everyday, where elegance meets warmth & quality is never compromised.
From the moment you arrive, you're met with an ambiance that is both sophisticated & inviting. The interior design is beautifully curated-dim lighting, tasteful decor, & a serene energy that makes it equally suited for an intimate date night, a high-stakes business meeting, or a well-earned moment of calm after a long day.
The service at Yama is second to none. Shaf, David, Mo, & the entire team are true professionals: attentive without being intrusive, polished yet personable. Their genuine hospitality & deep knowledge of the menu elevate the experience to something memorable every single time.
The food speaks for itself. The sushi is among the finest in the city-crafted with precision, perfectly balanced flavors, & always fresh. The wagyu burger is indulgent, beautifully prepared, & full of depth. Their cocktail program is equally impressive, offering a creative yet classic selection that complements the menu perfectly.
What I appreciate most is Yama's consistency. Over the years, the quality has never wavered. It's rare to find a restaurant that strikes such a perfect balance between upscale dining & authentic hospitality.
Whether you're looking to unwind with a drink, enjoy a top-tier meal, or impress a guest, Yama delivers on all fronts. It's more than a restaurant-it's an experience. & one I wholeheartedly recommend.
I came to Yama expecting a proper fine dining experience. I wasn't there on a whim. I was choosing to splurge during a trip where I've been balancing experiences on a daily budget. I live in Montreal & I spend intentionally. Food is something I care about deeply, & I've eaten everywhere from street stalls in Asia to Michelin-starred restaurants in Europe. I know what good food & hospitality should feel like. This wasn't it.
From the start, the experience felt off. I was seated at the bar & left waiting with no menu & no one checking in. I had to ask just to be acknowledged. The staff were not rude, but they felt undertrained & unprepared. The hostesses were the only ones who seemed genuinely helpful & professional.
The real issue was the manager. The waiter accidentally put in my full order at once. When the manager came to ask if I was okay with everything being served together, I said no, politely. I had come to enjoy each course properly. That's part of what you expect when you dine at a place like this. But the manager's demeanor changed completely. His expression, tone, & energy were cold. I could tell he was annoyed that I didn't just say yes.
Then I saw him go across from where I was sitting & gather the staff. I couldn't hear anything, but I saw his gestures & the way the staff responded. They looked tense & upset. I wasn't trying to get anyone in trouble, so I told the waiter, if you're getting in trouble, just bring it all out at once, it's fine. But that moment stayed with me. I was there to enjoy a meal & instead I was watching the mood sour because I asked for basic service.
Then came the steak. When I ordered it, I emphasized clearly & more than once that I did not want any visible blood. I said I like it medium but on the well-done side, no blood at all. The waiter told me not to worry. But when the steak came out, it was exactly the way I said I didn't want it. At that point, I asked for it to be packed.
The waiter offered to speak to the manager & even suggested they could redo it, but I had already made up my mind. I told him to leave it. I already knew what the manager would do. & he did exactly that. Nothing. I was done by then. I didn't touch the steak. I gave it to my dog. That was a sixty-five dollar steak & honestly, he got the better deal.
Some of the food was decent. The gyoza & edamame were good, & I liked the gyoza sauce. But the salmon tataki wasn't what I expected. Usually tataki is juicy, light, flavorful, & slightly raw. This one was dry, thick, & just boring. Not bad, but nothing I'd come back for.
This wasn't the worst restaurant in the world, but it was my worst restaurant experience. Not because anyone screamed or acted outrageously, but because of the quiet way I felt judged, dismissed, & unwelcome. The staff were trying. The manager made it worse. His energy changed the whole night & left me feeling like I had to apologize for expecting the service I came to pay for.
The vibe said fine dining. The execution didn't get the memo.
I rarely write reviews like this. But this one matters. I won't be returning. & I wouldn't recommend Yama to anyone who values service, professionalism, or being treated with respect when they choose to treat themselves.
I wasn't looking for perfection. Just a thoughtful experience that matched the restaurant's own standards. What disappointed me wasn't the food. It was the energy & the way the situation was handled. No hard feelings. Just honest feedback.
We ate here twice. Both times for breakfast as it was attached to the hotel we stayed for a long weekend.
The food is good. I ordered the bagel & yogurt bowl on separate days. They weren't bad. My 8 year old daughter wasn't a fan of the oatmeal. She normally loves oatmeal, but didn't like this one because it was sweet. She's used to oatmeal without added flavours.
As someone who is allergic to eggs, their breakfast options mostly all contained eggs. Fortunately, they had side items to add to the non-egg options on the menu.
The prices are a bit on the high side for what you get. However, I'm guessing that's a way to eat at the credit you get if you are Hilton Honors Gold or Diamond.
Okay the main thing that we loved about this place was our waiter's attention to detail, RON was the hero of this evening. We were having supper with our kids & he was very kind & attentive to their needs. You would find him holding the water bottle before we put the empty cup down. Once he saw the plates empty, the next meal was already coming to our table.
Then the food came & we understood the hype about this place. Everything was FRESH & tasty. We definitely are coming back for their sushi.
Live jazz was playing the place smelled so nice, the ambience & the decor was 10/10 & the large varieties on the me u was just the cherry on top.
Don't overthink, reserve your table.. you won't regret it.
3 mai 2025
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Cet endroit a beaucoup de potentiel, mais malheureusement, le prix est fixé en fonction du cadre & du fait que ce soit dans un hôtel. Les portions du brunch sont minuscules & ni l'inflation ni la pandémie le justifie. Toute la carte pourrait facilement coûter 3-5$ de moins.
Avec de simples ajustements au niveau des quantités ou de l'originalité de la carte & cela pourrait devenir un incontournable vu le lieu & le service.
Notre serveuse Eliza etait la star de notre soirée! Charmante, bien informé & une belle raison pour revenir! La nourriture etait superbe, sushis fraiches, tres esthétiques. Je recommande!
