Montreal · Donburi · casual
Nozy
Teishoku Japanese home cookingJapanese comfort foodteishokuLa Petite-PatrieHokkaido-born chef
Chef-owner Nozomu Takeuchi, born in Hokkaido and Tokyo-trained, has built Nozy into one of Montreal's most beloved Japanese comfort food destinations, serving soulful teishoku-style home cooking in a cosy neighbourhood setting since 2015.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- La Petite-Patrie
- Since
- 2015
- Chef
- Nozomu Takeuchi
Plate № 102
About
Restaurant Nozy opened in 2015 as a personal expression of Hokkaido-born, Tokyo-trained chef Nozomu Takeuchi's philosophy of Japanese home cooking at its most honest and nourishing. The restaurant relocated to the lively La Petite-Patrie neighbourhood in 2025, where Takeuchi continues to serve teishoku-style meals — balanced sets of main dish, rice, soup, and sides — that reflect the seasonal rhythms and careful ingredient sourcing of authentic Japanese culinary tradition. The room is intimate and warm, with a neighbourhood feel that keeps a loyal clientele returning week after week.
Neighborhood & visiting
Nozy sits in La Petite-Patrie, one of Montreal's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused donburi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional donburi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Hokkaido-born chef-owner Nozomu Takeuchi's lifetime of Japanese culinary craft in every dish
- Teishoku-style set meals that honour the balanced tradition of Japanese home cooking
- Cosy neighbourhood atmosphere in La Petite-Patrie after a celebrated 10-year history
- Outstanding value for the quality — genuine Japanese comfort food at accessible prices
Relocated to La Petite-Patrie in 2025.
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Frequently asked
About Nozy
- Is Nozy an authentic teishoku japanese home cooking restaurant in Montreal?
- Yes — Nozy is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for teishoku japanese home cooking in Montreal: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused donburi format.
- Where is Nozy located?
- Nozy is located at 156 Rue Saint-Zotique Est, Montréal, QC H2S 1K8, Canada, Montreal, Canada in the La Petite-Patrie neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Nozy?
- Nozy accepts reservations online. For an authentic donburi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Nozy?
- Nozy sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for teishoku japanese home cooking of this format in Montreal.
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