Reviews describe Yubari as a stylish, intimate Japanese restaurant in Montreal's Old Port with a refined vibe, low lighting, and a DJ that adds a lounge energy without overpowering conversations. The food is consistently praised for freshness and presentation, with favorites including sushi, sashimi, wagyu dishes, and creative specials, along with standout cocktails and a lunch menu that offers good value for the quality. Service is often described as attentive and friendly, though some visits note inconsistent experiences, tight pacing or overbooking, occasional rude interactions, and prices that can feel steep. Overall, Yubari is seen as a high end, versatile dining destination ideal for celebrations, dates, or a chic night out, delivering strong food and atmosphere even if a few visits diverge in service or value.
Our server Fred was excellent, everything she recommended was incredible. Fresh sashimi, electric vibe & good service. There are two services so at times the restaurant might empty out however it will fill up again & the energy will re-ignite. Cocktails are good & off sushi menu times are great. Highly recommend & keep up the great work.
The restaurant & ambiance is beautiful! But, the prices are WAY too high for the quality of sushi & portion sizes you get. Drinks also very expensive. You go for the experience, not expecting to eat the best sushi of your life.
Le service est excellent. La serveuse connaissait le menu par coeur. J'avais demandé un tables tranquil & ils ont répondu à ma demande ce qui est très apprécié.
Cependant je n'ai pas trouvé que les sushis étaient si extraordinaires. Délicieux, oui mais chers, car vous payez le premium du Vieux-Montréal & de resto d'hotel. Je recommande pour les touristes qui visitent & veulent absolument manger dans le Vieux-Montreal.
This was our second time back at Yubari.. there was a little mishap our first visit but we were offered to come back for a second try…. & what an amazing choice that was. Some of the best sushi in all of Montreal. Anyone coming to visit Montreal & is craving sushi this has to be at the top of the list. Thank you Yubari for an amazing dinner & a special thanks to our server/manager Taryn. We will DEFINITELY be back !
Amazing Amazing Amazing!!! Not 1 bad comment to say about Yubari. From the cocktails, to the sushi & that beef rib!!! LAWD!!! Absolutely fantastic hidden gem. Alexia was amazing from the time we walked in, she had to biggest smile & gave an amazing service. 10/10
Will definitely be back!!!
The sushi was very good! The fish tasted fresh & the quality was very good. The decor is also very pretty & dark & the atmosphere created by the dj was nice! The service was also great our server Tarryn was very sweet.
Best sushi I have ever had by far, certainly in Montreal. Sashimi melts in your mouth. Stunning ambience, great bar. Overall an exceptional experience!
We celebrated my son's birthday at Yubari at the end of February 2026, & it was truly a wonderful experience from start to finish.
The sushi was absolutely amazing, incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, & full of flavor. The Chicken Karaage was just as impressive, perfectly crispy on the outside, tender & juicy inside, & seasoned to perfection.
The atmosphere made the evening feel even more special, warm, stylish, & welcoming, perfect for a family celebration.
A special thank you to Frederike, who was extremely attentive throughout the night. She took the time to explain the menu in detail & offered excellent recommendations that made our choices easy & spot on.
& we can't forget the Trompe l'oeil noisette which was a delightful & unexpected surprise that added a creative & memorable touch to the evening.
Overall, Yubari delivered an unforgettable birthday dinner. We'll definitely be back !
Until then here is a joke:
What did the sushi say to the bee ?
Wasabi ?
Expérience absolument fantastique, en commençant par le chaleureux accueil de Sabrina, puis la prise en charge du manager Bryan, les cocktails surprenants & délicieux de Patrick, les sushis de Marcelo à tomber par terre! Adresse incontournable à Montréal
J'ai réservé ce restaurant pour l'anniversaire de mon copain, les serveurs sont très gentils, efficaces & attentionnés, les sushis sont délicieux & nous avons également beaucoup apprécié le burger au wagyu ! Nous avons moins aimé le canard laqué, mais ça reste un très bon endroit, avec un dj & une musique/ambiance très sympathique. Je vous le recommande vivement ! 💯
Feb 15, 2026
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Beautiful restaurant, amazing service, there's a coat check & the waiters are super nice. Went to try out the Yubari blue for two. I was initially in awe as the presentation was beautiful & the food looked amazing. I was happy to find fish that isn't common to see in sushi places in Montreal like otoro & chutoro which are some of my favorites. The crab roll was our favorite!! The mackerel sashimi had a bit of a bloody taste but everything else was great. Best quality I've had yet in Montreal sushi places, the uni was the best I've had including my Japan trip!!! My only complaint is that I felt the Yubari blue was way too rich, there were lots of fatty fishes & almost nothing to balance it out. This made us feel a bit sick right after the meal but fine the day after. Overall food quality is unmatched, the restaurant is beautiful, flavors are good, everything is great.
Première visite à ce restaurant. Nous avons commandé une soupe Miso, Sushi Yubari Signature & Sushi Farusato. Le tout était excellent, frais & gouteux. Le service de notre serveuse n'était cependant pas au niveau d'excellence de la nourriture. Elle nous a pas servi les plats, n'a pas pris le temps de venir nous voir en cours de repas, & la facture est arrivée tardivement. Somme toute, une belle première expérience que nous répéterons.
Eten was super, lekkerste sushi die onze kinderen ooit hadden gegeten! Service was vriendelijk, maar op momenten was het een beetje lang wachten. Het restaurant is schitterend van binnen!
