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| - I have been going there for years, and I could tell you with all sincerity it's one of the best authentic Sushi restaurants in Montreal. No Fancy fusions, only well balanced, well prepared, Japanese Sushi.
The chef is the only one who makes the Sushi. He prepares each piece in such a meticulous and precise manner, which can take a little bit of patience when you're eagerly awaiting your meal. But waiting should never be an issue at Kyoto, knowing that the final result is nothing less than a skilful and masterly composed dish of perfection. So don't expect it to be done in 5 min.
"Nothing but the best". If they don't have it fresh they wont serve it.
If a certain fish was out of season or simply not up to the chefs rigorous standards of freshness. It will be removed off the menu, and Although I might have been looking forward to that specific sort of Maki, I find comfort in knowing that "Mr. Chef Kyoto" only uses the best ingredients. Besides, variety isn't whats missing.
I brought many friends to this place along the years and even if some of them disliked Sushi, or ran the other way at the thought of eating raw fish. This place has made it easy to make converts of all of them. they've all adopted Kyoto as a reference of what Sushi outside Japan should taste like. (NO More Kanda)
The ambiance is exactly what I need when I want to have a relaxing meal with a few friends, or a romantic evening with my girlfriend enjoying some wonderful and artfully crafted Maki, Onigiri, Sashimi, Temaki, Karaage, Tempura...etc. Some Jazz playing in the background and a good Kieran Ichiban beer, what more can you ask for.
I always feel welcome by Mrs. & Mr. Kyoto. Unfortunately I don't know their real names, and foolishly never thought to ask, but that never stopped their customary in synced greeting of Hello and Goodbye. Making you feel remembered and appreciated.
FYI, I felt I needed to clarify what I read from other reviews. Despite what some people might think, you do not need to be Japanese to make great Sushi. I don't know if this misrepresentation of his ethnicity is an issue for the owner but I felt like I needed to stress this fact.
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