10. Zen Ya

Great sushi, beautiful zen atmosphere!
We had dinner at Zen-ya (Ste-Catherine W. st. above the Bar Istori) last week. This place was a bit tough to find, the location really does not do them any justice. It is on the second floor, above the Istori bar, very easily missed. The stairs going up to it are also dingy and dirty. Inside the restaurant, however, it is quite something else. Very nice and cozy decor, modern, elegant (albeit a tiny bit too dark). The food was very good, especially the tartar salmon entree. Sushi was excellent, fresh and well done. The only disappointment for me was the fresh oyster entree, but it might have been a question of personal taste. All in all, a great sushi place to go to for a romantic meal or with a (smallish) group of friends. Price (for two: 2 entrees, lots of sushi, 1/2 bottle of wine, tax & tip): $100)