Montreal · Sushi · a la carte
Bar Otto
Contemporary Japanese & wine barnigirisashimiunaginatural wineLittle BurgundyCult MTL top-5
Bar Otto is a chic Japanese restaurant and wine bar in Little Burgundy where Japanese chef Yutaka Abe delivers a seafood-forward contemporary menu of delicate nigiri, unagi, and katsu alongside an exceptional natural wine and sake list.
- Price
- ¥¥¥
- Area
- Little Burgundy / Saint-Henri
- Since
- 2020
- Chef
- Yutaka Abe
- Owner
- Hanhak Kim
Plate № 14
About
Bar Otto opened in 2020 on Notre-Dame Ouest as the Otto Group's most refined concept, pairing Japanese chef Yutaka Abe's thoughtful, seafood-centred menu with an outstanding natural wine programme. Tastet praised Abe's 'delicate and thoughtful menu,' which ranges from perfectly executed nigiri and silky eel preparations to a standout pork katsu. The wine bar setting creates a sophisticated but relaxed atmosphere that has positioned Bar Otto as one of the neighbourhood's most coveted tables. It was named among Cult MTL readers' top-five Japanese restaurants in 2026.
Neighborhood & visiting
Bar Otto sits in Little Burgundy / Saint-Henri, one of Montreal's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused sushi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Japanese chef Yutaka Abe's delicate, seafood-forward cooking acclaimed by Tastet and Cult MTL
- Outstanding natural wine and sake programme enhancing the Japanese menu
- Ranked in Cult MTL's top-5 Japanese restaurants in Montreal for 2026
- Elegant wine bar atmosphere on Notre-Dame Ouest — ideal for a sophisticated dinner
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Frequently asked
About Bar Otto
- Is Bar Otto an authentic contemporary japanese & wine bar restaurant in Montreal?
- Yes — Bar Otto is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for contemporary japanese & wine bar in Montreal: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Bar Otto located?
- Bar Otto is located at 2695 Rue Notre-Dame Ouest, Montréal, QC H3J 1N9, Canada, Montreal, Canada in the Little Burgundy / Saint-Henri neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Bar Otto?
- Bar Otto accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Bar Otto?
- Bar Otto sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for contemporary japanese & wine bar of this format in Montreal.
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