MM by Morimoto

We were very excited to try MM and in the end the food didn’t disappoint. While the prices are on the higher end the servings were generous and we were more than full at the end of the meal. We ordered the popcorn shrimp, the 4 piece sushi appetizer, calamari salad, and the steak tartare as appetizers and split the t-bone as a table with the spinach and potato sides. The steak was cooked perfectly and had a fantastic aged flavor. However, the service left a lot to be desired. While the staff all had great attitudes we waited 30 minutes to be seated for our reservation. Dishes came out at inconsistent times and we often went long periods without seeing our server. Additionally, we ordered a bottle of sake for the table and our server took the bottle to keep it chilled however we waited long periods between refills. Ultimately, the atmosphere is great, the food didn’t disappoint, and the staff are all friendly and professional, however some of the details were definitely disappointing for the price of the meal.

Morimoto is a LEGEND! Favorite Iron Chef growing up for me so this place was a must go my wife & I went on opening night. Made reservations way in advance. Was seated promptly within 2 minutes of arriving. Food and service were phenomenal. Get the Morigroni drink, you won't be disappointed. Music was a bit loud, and we were seated closely with 2 other couples to the right and left of us, but it didn't bother us. Worth every penny because of the thoughtfulness they put into the ambience and the flavors and quality of the food and drink. Lively place. Valet parking when you pull up front makes it convenient, especially in that area where parking might be difficult to find during the evening time. Will go here again. Highly recommend!

The food is average. Nothing really surprises me. The quality of sushi is also very average that you can eat anywhere, in my opinion you don’t need to pay overpriced to have average sushi there. The decoration inside is chic though. But the service is horrible that they expect you to finish everything fast and leave. If you put down your fork and talk to your friends, the waitress will come and ask if they can take away your dishes even the plates are obviously not done and have foods on it. And then they keep coming back every 5 minutes to make you feel annoyed. Such service is horrible and you would enjoy a dinner there when they rush you to leave. i definitely wouldn’t go back again.

Wow an unforgettable dining experience! The food was delicious & the cocktails were good (being a dirty martini drinker… I have to say I’ve had better but it wasn’t terrible). We ordered a bit of everything and not one dish disappointed. The sticky ribs and the porterhouse were my two favorites. The spicy tuna roll was the best I’ve ever had. Kyle our waiter was amazing. He was professional, polite and very attentive. Simple things like cleaning off a table & getting clean utensils between courses seem to have disappeared from high end dining but not here. There wasn’t a crumb left on our table. The atmosphere is cool and trendy, the music was awesome and very much fitting for crowd. Loved it! Can’t wait to go back and eat even more things.

Loved this place so much. We went shortly after they opened and everything was excellent. Big portions and great quality. We got the prime rib and Aburi Sushi appetizer, both were incredible. Drinks were also great, staff was kind, and the bar and decor were beautiful. So, so good.

This place deserves 5 stars however I just couldn’t give it to them on account of their hostess. When I arrived with my wife, my brother and his fiancé were already there. We were celebrating his birthday plus my 9 yr anniversary to my wife. We walked to the hostess stand and there was a couple being helped. Mind you this was a Wednesday night so not busy but not quiet. It took a good 4 minutes before the hostess even acknowledged us. When she finally looked up I said I’m meeting my brother and gave the name. She said just a moment and decided in that moment to start putting out new business cards on the table. After another 5 minutes of standing there very awkwardly I said can you just point me in the direction of their table. She finally said sure and walked us back. I told the story to my brother when we got to the table after almost 10 minutes and he then told me how they had a reservation for only 2 people even though we all got the invite for 4 and was kind of giving his an issue before they sat down. It was all very weird and not the welcome we expected and really put a sore in the whole experience. Anyway… the food was all incredible. We shared a bunch of appetizers and sushi and did sort of a tasting. We had around 12 dishes that we all got to try some bites of. Some of my favorite dishes were The sticky rib, the way beef and shrimp tempura roll, & the beef tartare. Everything was great and I highly recommend this place.

Really inspired cuisine that was exceptional at every dish. Fun vibe layout, even for a Thursday night. They are definitely still working through the details of how to operate though we were 45 minutes late to be sat for our reserve table and they only thought to pay attention to us when I complained as one of the members of our party was pregnant. We felt like an afterthought the whole night and needed to deliberately find a server to put orders in to get water. They didn’t even bring us a steak knife. There’s definitely potential to get this up to five stars, but they really need to focus on operations .

Outstanding restaurant from start to finish. Many new restaurants start of slow with quality service during the first week, by MM by Morimoto started off amazing and is not looking back. Services and bartenders are locked in and provided amazing service. The menu consists of some amazing Japanese and steakhouse classics. A ton of options and variety of ways to have some surf and turf combos! The drinks are amazing too from wine, to cocktails to a sake flight. The food the food the food! Outstanding and worth several visits to try as many items as possible!

Was finally able to get a reservation here for a large group (yay for slow Sundays). First, the decor: I love the interior of this place. I know they took over from a trendy bar/lounge but they definitely put a nice touch over existing layout. A few tasteful light fixtures, a bonsai here and there - overall a very tasteful look. Service: everything operates on Michelin level. From the hostess, to the waiters, to the bus crew. Great adherence to the etiquette, plate changes. etc. Food: The appetizers were fantastic. A5 Wagyu is a great tasting starter, and the Kumamoto oysters are fresh and very reasonably priced. My kids are suckers for gyoza dumplings so they enjoyed the smoking hot plate presentation of that. Miso soup here is also very well presented with pour from the pot. For our main we had Chef's selection of sushi and sashimi. No surprises there. Drinks: This place has a full bar and cocktails are fantastic. The only one that was mildly disappointing is the Vesper martini. It definitely had the alcohol but for something with 5 ingredients I expected a taste to be .. I don't know, more engaging perhaps? Anyhow, that was the only ding for our dinner. Dessert: Make sure you order Tiramisu here. It's tasty and once again, presentation is fantastic. Kids loved it. All in all, I think this is a great addition to Montclair and I hope it sticks around :)

Here's a more coherent and concise version: **Revised Review:** MM is trendy and feels more suited for cocktails and a light bite than an intimate dinner. The décor and ambiance come off a bit sterile, but the food was great--especially the oysters and salmon appetizers. Service was attentive, and the staff was friendly and helpful, even answering questions about the dessert.

We're back! Birthday celebration. Got a free birthday sparkling wine drink. Thank you! Seems like service has been well trained and is up another notch. Excellent work here. Service was great and the cod was still delicious.

Wow this place is top notch . Came here twice so far. 1st time we had reservations and sat at a table and 2nd time we sat at the bar for drinks . Service was great both times. Cocktails are delicious . My favorite is the Kofi martini . We had the Miso soup ... so fresh and yummy The sticky ribs are a MUST! YUM The corn tempura was pretty good The Surf and Turf roll is $45 but AMAZING We also had the 10oz marinated skirt steak with the truffle cheesy potato as a side which was DELISH Will definitely come back This place has a vibe Parking deck across the street Hopefully I will be able to snag a seating next door at the $300 pp omakase one day Cheers

The food here was outstanding! Had sushi which was delicious!! Had oysters which were also very tasty and salty haha. Lauren our server was a delight she was excellent patient and attentive. Good ambiance for a Monday night .

A trendy spot that was bustling even on a weekday night! I would recommend ordering beyond the rolls, as there is even a whole back section of the menu dedicated to Wagyu dishes. There's a good mix of modern, interesting dishes like Tuna Pizza but personally weren't anything outstanding in terms of flavor or presentation. The cocktail menu was fun with lots of creative drinks to try - including low ABV and mocktails. Perhaps because the establishment is fairly new, the waitstaff were young and also new. Expect to order all your food at once - the food portions are generally small so your server may recommend you to order many dishes; we got 8 dishes for 5 people. But the waitstaff is very attentive - they would come by every 15-20 minutes, which is surprising for a very busy, popular spot.

I've been to MM by Morimoto about five or six times now, and every single visit has been stellar. From the moment you walk through the doors, you can feel the thought and precision that went into creating this space. It's elegant without being pretentious, modern yet warm. What truly sets MM apart is the service. Every experience feels personal. The staff remembers your name, your preferences, and genuinely makes you feel like a valued guest, not just another table. The owner himself is often present, greeting guests with a smile, checking in on tables, and creating this wonderful sense of connection and hospitality that's increasingly rare these days. And then there's Chef Morimoto - yes, the Iron Chef himself. During the first few weeks after the restaurant launched, he made several appearances, greeting guests, watching the kitchen flow, and ensuring everything was executed with precision. You could see his signature attention to detail in everything from the plating to the pacing to the music and lighting. His influence is felt in every bite. The food? Simply unmatched. Every dish is crafted with care, creativity, and respect for the ingredients. The sushi melts in your mouth, the flavors are balanced and bright, and the presentations are nothing short of art. It's one of those rare spots where every visit feels like the first - exciting, satisfying, and worth every penny. If you're looking for a dining experience that's consistently exceptional, beautifully executed, and infused with genuine hospitality, MM by Morimoto is it.

The ambiance is beautiful. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. However the food is just overhyped. Not what you would expect with a name like Morimoto. Most dishes were just ok. If you have had good sushi before this was basically the same just more expensive for absolutely no reason. Shame really.

I did not love my experience. I am a loyal follower of Morimoto and have dined at many of his restaurants but the service was not it tonight. My favorite dish though was Ishiyaki A5 Bap. The A5 wagyu was incredible quality. The sushi was also excellent as per usual. One of the service issues was resolved by getting a dessert comped which was nice of them but then when I got my food boxed up there were a couple pieces of steak missing. Pack it all, I don't know what's the issue..... not motivated to come back...

I loved everything about it here. The food was delicious, service was great (except I wish the wait staff didn't wear perfume or scented lotion because it is hard to enjoy a meal when the strong floral scent lingers while you're trying to eat). The ambiance is fun and modern. It makes for a great date spot. I enjoyed all the food, especially the tempura corn and the steak. The tiramisu was just eh for me. I think I'll pass on that next time. Parking is convenient. They have valet and there is a parking deck right across the street if you don't like valet.

3.5! Overall, this was a super fun meal that I enjoyed but not too sure if I'd be rushing to come back as a result of the combination of price, food, and service. There were 3 of us in the party and we ordered Emperor cut of the prime rib, braised black cod, creamed spinach, steamed rice, corn tempura, sticky ribs, french onion soup, and a spicy salmon roll. Portion-wise, this seemed like a good amount for us. We did not get any drinks. I wanted the Miso Honey Paloma and that was the only drink out that day. Nothing else was really catching my eye. Starting with our favorites, the corn tempura and sticky ribs were AMAZING. We originally were not going to order the corn tempura but after seeing a picture on Yelp, we had to get it. The tempura wasn't oily and was crisp. I preferred the gochujang aioli while the others in my party preferred the wasabi mayo so it was perfect for people with different tastes. The sticky ribs were crispy to perfection with a nice sweet sauce and meat that slid right off the bone. These two are a must! Next came out the french onion soup and the spicy salmon roll. The soup was great but honestly just tasted like a french onion soup. I was expecting more of an asian-food taste with the miso soup but it was still tasty. The spicy salmon roll was also very good but a classic so it didn't stand out to us. Our last course was the prime rib (medium rare), braised black cod, creamed spinach, and steamed rice. One member of our party ordered it medium rare and it was NOT to my liking. Maybe that was his preference but I really only ate the outside of the cut of the meat, however, this isn't the fault of the restaurant but of how we ordered. The emperor cut was definitely a good enough portion for us. The cod was tasty but a little fishy so probably would not order it again. The creamed spinach, we all agreed, could've used more salt. It did not have much flavor. I did love the steamed rice! Great classic. Our waitress was the sweetest! Overall service though, was slow. Our meal took way too long. Not sure if they're just understaffed because they just opened but they definitely need more servers. The interior was spectacular. It had such a vibe and added to the setting of the meal. For such a steep price, I'd be expecting top service and menu items. Still a very enjoyable meal.

We came to celebrate a family member's birthday for dinner on Labor day! We made a reservation for 5 and were seated pretty promptly. Walking in felt a mix of a New York and Las Vegas strip restaurant -- it's lively and there's a classy bar up front that serves amazing drinks. We ordered bonsai bloom and sake verra matcha. The appetizers for me were hit or miss. We ordered corn tempura, tuna pizza, the skewers, and sticky ribs. The ribs which were crisp, sweet-tangy, and fell right off the bone. I would also go for the corn tempura which came in both a tasty gochujang glaze and slightly spicy wasabi aioli. The other appetizers could have been skipped. Highly recommend the sushi and steak dishes; after all the restaurant is an asian-fusion steakhouse. We also ordered the sushi platter, soft shell crab roll, Morimoto cut prime rib, A5 bap, and black cod. The A5 is melt-in-your mouth and the prime rib was super tasty with a rather light refreshing horseradish side and tangy A1 sauce. We had a small mishap with the service, but the manager was kind enough to compliment our meal with dessert (apple pie, mousse and sorbet/ice cream). Overall, I recommend sticking to the mains and sushi with a select few of the appetizers. Would definitely come back to try some more of the drinks.

We got there early to try to see if we could get seated earlier but it was understandably packed, so we just went to the bar and ordered drinks. We ordered fairly quickly but then it about 20 minutes to get our drinks, and the bar wasn't even that busy. There was a lady customer who came to the bar after us and she got seated before us, which was annoying bc it looked like she was also a party of just two. 15 minutes after our reservation time passed, we asked the host about our table and they're like "oh, we can seat you right away." So I was slightly confused because I wonder how come none of the hosts didn't come get us at the bar or to let us know "your table will be ready in 5 minutes"? We even told the host we'd be at the bar, and they confirmed my name with me. Then they apologized for the wait and seated us. We ordered an appetizer and 3 main dishes. Somehow we got one of the main dishes (ishiyaki A5 bap) before the appetizer, which was odd. So we finished the rice bowl before the appetizer (which was sushi) got to our table - and the rice bowl was on the salty side. We were also hoping to eat part of the rice bowl with our steaks, but since the timing was off, we ordered two extra bowls of rice. We ordered prime rib and A5 wagyu - both medium rare. The lady who brought the food to us said "here is some steak sauce in case you want some on your steak" and POURED THE SAUCE ON OUR PRIME RIB. My mouth dropped bc you just are not supposed to do that, especially in what is supposed to be a high end steakhouse. Good steaks shouldn't need anything! And we didn't even try it without the sauce. And then the wagyu came on a cast iron plates, and she said "you can cook the steaks more if you want" and flipped some steak pieces to the side and cooked our steak more, making some pieces more medium than medium rare. The bright sides of the night are that wagyu was really good though, you can tell it's quality meat; and the sushi was also very good. For the amount that we paid tonight, I do not think it was worth the experience of eating here. Maybe I am getting too old, but I also didn't enjoy the vibe of the restaurant because it was so loud in the restaurant and I felt as if I were yelling at my date just to have a conversation.

Went to MM by Morimoto for a date night and had an unreal experience. The space is super beautiful and has dazzling lights and screens showcasing Morimoto and the delicious food. The service we received was impeccable and the staff were all super friendly and welcoming to not only my wife and I but our 7 month old. The food was absolutely unreal. I got the aburi sushi appetizer which they bring to the table and torch (it was very Instagram worthy with the razzle dazzle) and it was some of the best sushi I've ever had. I got the 20 oz bone in ribeye and that was super flavorful and came piping hot to our table. My wife got the Ishiyaki A5 bap which was also cooked table side and tasted delicious. This place brings all the upscale vibes and delicious food of a fancy NY restaurant but right in Montclair. Cannot recommend enough 10/10!

Loved this place so much. We went shortly after they opened and everything was excellent. Big portions and great quality. We got the prime rib and Aburi Sushi appetizer, both were incredible. Drinks were also great, staff was kind, and the bar and decor were beautiful. So, so good.

Two words - overpriced chaos. The bar was so busy - we couldn't enjoy a cocktail to start our night. The dining room is spacious yet seems to close in on itself with the noise, steak smoke, and rush of staff. The bar didn't have our cocktail choice (a rather simple martini) because according to our waiter, they are "not a NYC bar/restaurant so they don't have those ingredients". Oops - so NJ's palate is not refined enough for cocktail onions or blue cheese olives? I selected a single glass of wine for the entire dinner. The sushi app is very tasty and has a nice presentation. All other dishes were average and lacking presentation. Please kindly do not destroy broccoli the way you did. A half head of broccoli drenched in sauce and requiring a lot of labor. The ladies' loo is interesting as you hear all the kitchen commotion and smells like food. A manager checked in on our table and we shared our experience so that was appreciated. Overall, just below average yet with several staff members trying to do their best (except for that snooty server).

Wow! Easily top five meals ever, if not top three. Words cannot capture this meal and do any justice, so check out the pics. The vibe is energetic and feels very NYC. The bar is lively and the bartenders know their craft. Every sip was on point. Our server Lana was fabulous! Every plate a masterpiece, with perfect textures and flavors. If the price point doesn't scare you away, make a reservation ASAP. Cannot wait to go back.

We weren't impressed. Like the previous restaurants in this cursed site, this seems like a date place for people from out of town arriving in Cyber Trucks, folks who have made a lot of money in nail salons and crypto. The music is loud and poppy. The atmosphere screams "fancy!" It's like a restaurant from the Vegas strip (we don't like Vegas... if you do, you may like this). The food was fine, but not as good as Minoru (which is better and far more authentic) or Nami Nori (which is inventive but better) and far more expensive than either. Here is my Emperor Prime Rib, $77. It was not memorable and it should be for that amount of money, which says a lot about MM (or MehM) as we call it. This isn't Keen's Steakhouse, that's for sure. The drinks were a lot of money, but nothing special. 3 stars is generous. There were 5 of us. Not one of us wants to go back.

Went here on a Tuesday night with friends and we had a lovely time. The decor was really nice and it wasn't to loud (yet) so that we could hear one another. The waitstaff was really attentive and we ordered drinks. We got the Green Heat which was very tasty. For appetizer I had the corn tempura which was a-m-a-z-i-n-g! For dinner I had the Tofu Croquette which was different but very tasty. I would recommend this place for a lovely date night or special occasion.

Top notch addition to the Montclair dining scene. We arrived and were promptly seated at our table at the reserved time. Drink menu has plenty of interesting options and I went with their take on the Old Fashioned which was amazing. For appetizers we split the ribs, A5 carpaccio and Morimoto's signature sushi pizza. All were fantastic and we were really blown away by the ribs which were crispy and fall off the bone tender. For my entree I had the chef's sushi/sashimi combination which was well curated with some of your standard items interspersed with some imported cuts from Japan. Off course it was super fresh and delicious. I sampled some of the porterhouse that was ordered and it was on the same level as the best NY steak houses like Keen's and Luger's. Service was very engaging and attentive. Prices, for the quality and ambiance, were worth it.

This is a new Morimoto restaurant located in New Jersey. My husband, friend and I went here on a wednesday night and the restaurant was full of people, music and vibes. We went there a little earlier than our scheduled time and told them instead of a party of 4, we only had a party of 3. They were fine with it and got us seated within 10 minutes. The table was large for 3 people with lots of room for food and drinks. :) After we were seated, a waiter came by and introduced himself as Kyle who would be taking care of us that night. He was soft spoken but loud enough despite the music and people surrounding us. He gave us ample time to review the menu, order drinks and gave us recommendations on the menu as well. When we ordered, we were also able to order the popcorn shrimp with sauce on the side (my friend can't really handle spice so by dipping, it would be more palatable for her) so that was great :) We also had a calamari salad, sashimi, california roll, eel avocado roll, wagyu bap, and skirt steak. It arrived promptly and we shared everything on the table. My favorite is the bap but everything was amazing as usual (I used to go to Morimoto NYC when it was opened). After our filling meal, we had the tiramisu, chocolate cake and apple pie. Despite not being a fan of apple pie, the crust on this pie was delightful! Absolutely adored it. My friend also really enjoyed the tiramisu despite not being a huge tiramisu fan. Our favorite though was definitely the chocolate cake. All the desserts weren't overly sweet which made it amazing! They are a bit on the pricier end but if you have an event to celebrate or just want a yummy dinner date, I would recommend here!

I was very excited when I heard the news that acclaimed Iron Chef Morimoto was opening a restaurant in Montclair. It's a new concept from the Montclair restaurant group that blends the classic American chophouse with a Japanese flair and is well worth visiting for a date night. We arrived earlier than our reservation so we enjoyed a drink at the bar while waiting for our table to be ready. The bar is a decent size with probably about 20 seats. There's also some lounge style seating in the bar area - not sure if those are reserved or first come, first serve. The bar has a big black and gold display hanging above it - it reminded me of the little plastic streamers that you'd find on pom poms. Different but the dark colors fit the mood. The drinks were good but unlike what you'd find everywhere else. They were very specific with some ingredients that admittedly I wasn't sure what they were. The Bonsai Bloom was my drink of choice this evening! It was yuzu gin with a cucumber foam and very tasty. By time our dinner was over, I was considering having another but our waiter told me they had sold out for the evening. The Bonsai bloom has a cucumber foam that they make each morning in batches and once it's gone the drink is off the menu for the day - gotta love that daily preparation and freshness! Also tried the Tokyo Smoke which included a Japanese whiskey and was delicious as well. For food, we didn't go nuts. My eyes were definitely larger than my stomach but it was only 2 of us. We had the steak tartare and aburi sushi app to start - both were SO good. The steak tartare was great with the crostini and also just eating by itself with a fork. The sushi app had 4 decent sized rolls and was torched at our table (there's lots of presentations for many of the meals!). For dinner we split the 10oz Australian Coulotte waygu with a side of cheesy potatoes. The steak was phenomenal. I love a wagyu steak but not always willing to pay for it but when I'm Rome...The steak was cooked to our preferred temp and served on a hot plate so that if we had wanted to sear it some more, we could. It also came with the Morimoto house sauce. I'm not usually one to want sauce with a steak but I ate the steak both with and without and enjoyed it both ways. I could do without the cheesy potatoes - they were just okay and a not needed side for the showstopping steak. Didn't get dessert since the dessert menu was just your basics - ended with an espresso martini instead. Next time if we go with a group, I'll definitely be trying more from the menu. Right near Bloomfield Ave, it's located off Glenridge Ave. Valet is available for $10 or you can try to find street parking. Parking is also available in the garage right across the street so you have many options! Reservations are hard to come b but the food really speaks for itself - make a reservation now so you can enjoy it next month!

I don't know where to start! Valet offered exactly in front of door for $20, but a parking deck literally dead across the street. We didn't scope pricing difference, but clearly 2 options available with no far walking necessary. Opted with valet. Sat at bar for 15 mins since we arrived early, but we were finally given our drinks right when table was ready for 6:15 reservation. Sat in front section with comfy couch like seats in corner so hubby and I were able to snuggle up next to each other and not feel crowded around other diners. We started with the surf n turf (Wagyu and shrimp tempura roll) and enjoyed as they cooked the meat table-side with a torch. Fun to watch and excellent to eat! We also ordered the kushiage app, but it's literally enough for one person. Enjoyed, but I wouldn't recommend it as a shareable app. I still don't understand which meat was meant for the egg tartar sauce. It seemed like it belonged with a fried seafood piece not the chicken thigh, pork belly, or beef meatball like mix sticks it was served with. I enjoyed eating it on its own tho. Now we waited for half hour for dinner entrees. For dinner we shared a med-rare rib eye with a bowl of rice and charred broccoli. We were told if we wanted black truffle added, Chef Morimoto would come out and add for you, but we just don't like truffles. However Chef surprised us and came out to each table and welcomed us! He even helped serve our food! Mind blown! Loved his homemade steak sauce which was reminiscent of ginger, soy, sesame and teriyaki. Devine! Everyone gets to take home their mini bottle! For dessert we went with Tiramisu. Now dessert options were odd. They seemed like an after thought of what to offer that had no cohesion to the menu. It was that, apple pie, chocolate cake or ice cream. I was expecting tempura fried ice cream or a variation on numerous Japanese desserts. The tiramisu was very good with chocolate shavings on plate, few blueberries, one raspberry and a quarter piece of a strawberry. It is served again table side where waiter comes out and scoops it onto your plate. It was not heavily soaked in espresso like traditional Italian, but the lightness of it was a nice complement to the ribeye. Drinks were excellent as well, but the first I chose, Bonsai Bloom, repeated on me throughout whole meal and after. I wouldn't recommend the second which was the Sakura Highball, unless u like floral drinks. Btw most red wines are Cabernet. Not one Merlot. Our waitress was as sweet as pie, but she hovered over us way too much. Repeatedly came to the table saying "hopefully you come back and ...." Then would hover over us where we are trying to eat and she is just literally standing at our table staring at us. It honestly started to become uncomfortable. Without exaggeration I think she came to our table at least 15 times. Do you want more drinks? 4 times. Hopefully you come back 3 times. Next time I would order this ....2 times. Do you want more water ...3 times meanwhile there is a bottle on the table. Last we get check, within a minute waitress was back hovering again as we are checking it and pulling out our card. Once we handed card over and signed she disappeared into thin air. Where was the same energy throughout whole meal? Not even thank you so much for the extra tip or can't wait to see you guys again. It was just weird. By 8pm place was packed and they have a gigantic bar that everyone seemed to go to and eat at. We truly enjoyed ourselves, but there are some kinks to be worked out. Granted they only opened 10 days ago, but hopefully this business is claimed, they read the reviews and take note. Certainly would come back, but they need some more time. Menu also needs to be reworked for cohesion. Dessert options definitely made no sense at all.

Check-in process: Not sure if they need to get their reservations spaced out differently but they need to remove the 15min max wait for reservations, as it is unfair for you to have to wait over 15mins for a table when you have arrived within the alloted time. No seating area for people that are waiting. Bar Menu: Toro Tartare, 4.3. Delicious and fresh. Good selection of side sauces, too much Dashi soy in my opinion. Scallop nigiri, 4.0. Fresh, buttery, but way too much rice. Uni: 4.7, hokkaido uni, very tasty, buttery, and fresh. Again a tad bit too much rice. Spicy yellowtail roll: 4.8. Tasty, fresh, buttery, good ratio fish to rice. Popcorn Shrimp: 5.0. Two ways, Wasabi aioli, is literally like if you bit into a fresh warm buttery popcorn and a crispy Wasabi shrimp, add some lemon and the flavors just open up even more. Second flavor is the gochujang aioli, has a buttery sweet umami flavor to it, add lemon and it's out of this world, dare I say, cheddar cheesey?! Negitori Maki roll: 4.8. Delicious, great ratio of Toro to rice. Drinks: Tokyo Smoke, 5.0, great smoky oak flavor, egg whites makes it a creamy and light drink! Coedo Marihana Session IPA, solid 5.0. Hoppy but still a session! Coedo Shikkoku, solid 5.0. Tasty, smoky, light, black lager. Pairs well with the popcorn shrimp! Front service: 3.0. Dressed the part, but was very basic. No explanation of what the check-in process entailed, no update on table status during wait time, overall not very customer driven. For context, close to 5 parties ahead of us waiting to be seated, one party of 4+ seemed very annoyed at the waiting time and visible seating available so much that they had to ask what the update is as opposed to proactive communication that we also expected from the front host... Bar Service: 5.0. Exceptional, genuine , good knowledge of menu items and drinks, seemed very experienced and handled the bar well. While I know this is also a steakhouse, my interest was more so on the quality of fish. Steakhouse are everywhere in Jersey and to be frank, many can make a good steak but few can provide quality fresh fish at a good price. I will return hoping to try dishes on the tableside menu.

Hands down one of the best meals my husband and I have ever had!! The whole experience was perfect from start to end. We booked reservations online and were seated right on time. The vibe was trendy and upscale. Staff and service was very friendly and food came out promptly. We ordered kushiage and sushi as apps, ishiyaki A5 bap, NY Strip, side of rice, and tiramisu. Literally everything was amazing! The meat came out sizzling on their platters and was juicy and tender. The ishiyaki bap flavors were extremely tasty and flavorful. The best part was when chef Morimoto came by to say hello to all the tables. We can't wait to come back!!

Expectations were so high. Having been to other Morimoto properties we were expecting the same top notch experience. That's not what we got. Lively and nicely appointed venue in Montclair. Service was a little clunky but expected for a newly opened restaurant. Cocktails were ok not great and the flavors a bit off, salted foam on a Morimoto Negroni was a miss. Place is loud and it's hard to hear anyone. Again not a dealbreaker. Here's the dealbreaker the sushi/ sashimi was not high quality for the price and brand. Plenty of other choices in the region for better fish. We got the Wagyu fried rice and black cod for dinner and again mediocre to below standards. Skipped dessert. The bill was astronomical as expected but the meal didn't come close to hitting the spot. Maybe it's growing pains but wouldn't recommend.

I went on a Friday night for light apps/ drinks and sat at the bar. The bartender, Seth, was truly impeccable and super attentive! He went above and beyond making sure all my questions were answered and that I was truly satisfied with my order. While the bar was packed, he made sure to continue to provide top tier service. Highly recommended him as your Bartender as well as this restaurant for extremely fresh food and strong drinks. Side note- i ordered the spicy tuna & spicy yellow tail roll, melted in my mouth. My bf got a California roll. No dipping sauce is needed tbh, that's how fresh this was.

Service is excellent and so is the food! The wasabi popcorn shrimp tempura and the fall-off-the-bone ribs are a MUST!

Everything was amazing but especially our bartender Pete! He was so attentive and sweet and funny.

If I could give this restaurant another star I would! The service was absolutely phenomenal, we had the pleasure of having Fernando for the night. He was extremely attentive and very knowledgeable about the menu. He gave us the best recommendation, which was everything here is delicious lol. The restaurant is gorgeous, we didn't get to sit in the main dining area but the down stairs was okay. Would recommend staying in the main dining area next time. To the more important part of this review the food! We had the surf and turf sushi roll, California roll, skirt steak, NY Strip, potatoes and broccoli. The steak was cooked to the perfection, the rolls were absolutely delicious. The only downside to me was the broccoli. I would have preferred mine to be a little softer to eat. Outside of just preference of broccoli, this restaurant is definitely a must try. Be prepared to spend a car payment but it's definitely worth trying!!!!!!

Came to this location in Montclair nj . The website stated they were open till 12 we arrived at 10:10pm When we got there the manager stated they were closed. We shown them where it shows on the website 12. The manager Gabriel bushed us off and basically told us oh well. We were so bummed cause we traveled far. Giving 1 star cause I have to give something in order to post this.. would not recommend.

Tried MM By Morimoto and the experience was okay overall. The food looked good but some dishes felt a bit underseasoned, and a few items arrived cooler than expected.

Interior was amazing Food was excellent Drinks were tasty Staff and service exceptional

After an amazing experience at Momosan Waikiki and Morimoto Asia Waikiki 4 years ago, I knew I had to check out this new spot. The vibes are amazing. The service was top notch. And the food was amazing. For appetizers, we started with a tuna pizza which came on a crispy tortilla and the textures just went together and then also the tuna tartare which came with different toppings including sour cream, wasabi, and avocado sauce. I could never forget Morimoto Junmai Ginjo sake which was a great accompaniment to the food. For my main, I had to go back to the Ishiyaki Buri bap that I had in Waikiki cause it's just that good. And then the tiramisu which everyone needs to get because it comes tableside served from a huge Pyrex which had to be one of the best tiramisu, I've had to date. We even got to meet Iron Chef Morimoto and have a lovely conversation with him which was crazy cause I grew up watching Iron Chef America. Definitely check this place out, it's definitely the new IT place in Montclair.

Disappointed in this power Chefs standards ..Food was a ..what I expected ..have eaten in his restaurants plenty of times but service and respect were awful Our server spoke 20 minutes about the menu with a tongue ring mumbling and taking our buzz we spent $300 on at the bar before we were seated ( party of 4) We shared some outstanding dishes but some disappointed plates as well We were also seated in the corner where the service station was so servers were talking and putting orders in the computer and hitting our chairs every time they passed which was the whole time we sat .. Come on MM you're a seasoned pro ... READ THE ROOM ...

We sat at the bar. From others experience as well the bar service is still catching up. I hear the table service is impeccable. Excellent sparkling sake and great mixed drinks. The morimoto sushi platter had an excellent yuzu sauce on it my favorite cut was the tuna least favorite was the salmon but that's personal preference 3rd fish was yellowtail. Sticky short ribs were excellent . Order comes with 2. One of ours had very little meat but the other had a good amount. Surf and turf tacos with excellent a5 beef. Again personal preference I'd probably preferred the meat light seared rather than torched but the presentation is excellent and quality of the food top notch. Great Saturday night vibes with dj playing great tunes . Bar menu for food available which isn't the full menu which is very appropriate . Can't beat when morimoto himself is there and comes to great all the tables !

What an amazing dinner experience. We came to celebrate our son going to college with a beautiful meal. The atmosphere for a restaurant in Montclair made us feel we were in NYC, without having to travel far. We started with the Tuna pizza and the Popcorn shrimp. Both delicious. For our dinner we ordered the Marinated Skirt Steak with Mushroom sauce, Ishiyaki Buri Bap and A5 Baps. Over the top with flavor. We had sides of the potatoes and the Roasted Broccoli. Yummy. And ended the night with a Chocolate cake. We sat near the kitchen where Morimoto himself was working. Service was great. What a great night. I highly recommend.

Most incredible meal I've had in years. From the cocktails to the execution of every dish, perfection. Wait staff was incredible. Bar is a little slow to get a drink but once you're at the table it's white glove experience. We got the steak tartar which was to die for. Best I've ever had. Tuna sushi, unbelievably fresh with homemade soy sauce. Sticky shrimp, incredible and packed with flavor. And then topped it off with the Ribeye... unforgettably flawless with dimension and flavor. The green Heat drink is amazing! We will be back to try more!

Decor and overall vibe was excellent. We ordered the steak tartare and it was one of the best we have had, and the morimoto sashimi. Then we ordered the surf and turf roll, the negitoro maki, and the negihamachi maki. All were fresh and tasted great.

Tremendous experience with food that exceeded expectations. Everything was cooked (or not) to perfection and the cocktails were light, refreshing, and flavorful. Morimoto visited every table to talk about the restaurant. "I wanted a chop house, but nobody would come to my restaurant if it didn't have sushi." I'm not so sure about that. We basically followed our waiter's suggestions, and couldn't be happier. The sticky ribs were fall-off-the-bone and outstanding. The surf 'n' turn roll -- shrimp Tempora wrapped in torched A5 wagyu -- was amazing. The Ishiyaki A5 Bop was delicious. Obviously needed to try one of the Wagyu steaks as well, which was cooked to perfection and softer than any steak I've ever had. We opted for the Australian Wagyu over the Japanese and were not disappointed. The tiramisu was also outstanding, but was the most "traditional" of anything we ate.

Food was great (except the Maki rolls which were just so so). Service is friendly and prompt. However, super expensive and the dining room was very loud. I couldn't hear what my dining companions were saying.

Super underwhelmed unfortunately. Apps were a great start but we ordered the cod which was extremely fishy and prime rib for $77 which was practically roast beef. Not to mention the table was very uncomfortable, the booth was caving in and when I asked to move was told this table was more desirable than the others available. Will not be returning

I typically don't bother to write these reviews but the visit to this restaurant really deserved a contribution. There was a lot of hype involved with MM by Morimoto coming to Montclair NJ but candidly it was UNDESERVED! The night started with being seated in a back corner of the restaurant with the servers having to get plates and utensils right behind us then Jessica who seated us showed a very rudimentary understanding of the menu and she was the one who asked if we had any questions about it. We ordered drinks after learning they were out of ingredients for the Sakura Highball. Will the GM came over and plopped the drinks down on the table barely saying a word. They were also out of the Kushiage appetizer. Then the highlight of the evening was my wife finding a paper barcode at the bottom of her calamari salad (pic attached). We informed our waitress Emily (who was great by the way) and she reacted immediately and we were not charged for the salad. Then the same GM Will came over and tried to insincerely apologize and say that he will be in close contact with us throughout the night to make up for the unsanitary mishap with my wife's salad, we never saw him again BTW! He seems to be good at delivering empty rhetoric. I will say that the food was quite good even though one of the servers was visibly annoyed when I asked to be able to see the table side preparation of the Ishiaki Buri Bop I ordered. If you are going to advertise table side prep then at least make it visible. There are too many other great restaurants in Montclair that offer much more value for your $$$! Needless to say, DON'T BELIEVE THE HYPE!

The restaurant is absolutely stunning. This location has changed hands over the years, and while the layout, including the central bar area has remained the same, the decor has been overhauled. They've put up what I can best describe as nouveau privacy partitions to give the illusion of a much smaller restaurant, though it is a large space cleverly divided. The bar is vibrant. Gone are the TVs/sports bar feel. It is a large area, though much more intimate and trendy. In fact in our area of seating there were two large LCD displays that kept playing some type of clip of Morimoto on a loop, and that was possibly the only thing about the decor that I found odd and just off. There is another large LCD display in the back of the restaurant that had an ever changing ambient display that seemed to add to the overall theme of the restaurant itself. Multiple comments about our service. Our server was on point with recommendations and communication with the kitchen. We explained the gluten-free accommodations needed by one of us, and he could not have done a better job with communicating to us what was safe to order and demanding that the kitchen staff do their very best to adjust to our needs. On that respect, the service was outstanding. We did have to wait about 15 minutes past our reservation time to be seated. Not terrible, but with no seating area, I can see that being a bit of a struggle for some. The pacing and waiting was a bit slow. We had a 6:30 reservation and were not out of there until close to 9. We ordered a combination of sushi and the braised cod as entrees. The cod did not arrive until 5-10 minutes after the sushi. As for the food itself, extraordinary. We went with the calamari salad and toro tartar. The calamari was delicate and the salad perfectly dressed. I loved how the radishes seemed to be shaved with a razor blade and served perfectly thin. The tuna was melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Delicious, fresh as could be sushi. Spicy tuna roll, salmon avocado roll, both pretty pedestrian choices, were simply spot-on. The lobster temaki rivalled the finest lobster rolls I've ever sampled. As much as I enjoyed the sushi, the star was the braised cod. It simply melted on my tongue. What a treat. Undercover star was the roasted broccoli. The aioli and garlic, along with the crunch. A huge serving, we wound up taking some home with us. The only thing missing that would have been helpful was a knife. As we did not go with steaks, we did not have a steak knife. The broccoli is served as the whole crown, and cutting it into servable pieces proved more challenging than necessary. I observed adjacent tables ordering steaks, and while I did not get to try one, the scent was intoxicating, and they were cooked to absolute perfection. Tables are a little tight, and we could easily here the conversations of adjacent tables, despite, not really wanting to, as you couldn't help but overhear. The overall vibe is that of a trendy NYC club, complete with DJ. I did not find the music to be too loud as some had mentioned in other reviews. However, they are definitely going for a trendy atmosphere. As for dress, while I did see a few patrons in caps, shorts, sweat jackets, etc, those people seemed to be inappropriately underdressed in relation to the majority. Smart casual. Jeans or khakis with collared shirts for most men, with dresses or jeans and stylish tops for the ladies. There is a parking garage directly across the street, as well as street parking, and there is available valet parking right in front. Some service issues that I expect to be worked out as they find their footing. Our bill was quite reasonable, but you'll pay steakhouse prices should you go in that direction, or higher if you go in the Wagyu direction. We skipped out on dessert, as by that point, I simply needed to leave, having felt like I was there too long.

Beautiful space, lively vibe, and Iron Chef Morimoto personally greeted each table -- a nice touch. Unfortunately, the service and food missed the mark. We waited 20 minutes before our waitress appeared (only after asking the busboy), while the table next to us received a warm welcome and menu walkthrough from the maître d'.....we did NOT get this attention. My son's salmon sashimi had multiple bones. The waitress said the kitchen told her "this is normal," which is not acceptable for sashimi at this level. The second piece also had bones. After requesting to speak to the manager, she took the plate, comped the entrée, and offered dessert, but the experience was already ruined. For the price and the name behind it, service consistency and preparation quality need major improvement.

The wait staff was excellent at fixing things. But I am over 55 and I've sent back a drink 1 time, and I've sent back a steak 1 time , and both were at MM tonight. Once things were right they were great. Whole place might be all set in a few weeks.

Food was amazing -- from the steak side of the menu and the sushi side. Delicious cocktails. Top-notch service. Beautiful space. Valet parking. If you can go, do it. It's worth it.

When I first entered the restaurant, I thought it had a cool vibe, nice ambience. The host and waitresses were very nice. We ordered the Sticky Ribs, Aburi Sushi Apps, Ishiyaki A5 Wagyu Bap, and Black Cod. While people raved about the sticky ribs, I thought it was salty. I would not order it again. The Aburi Sushi was AMAZING! The fish and Wagyu steak were buttery soft and just melted in your mouth. The bap was too salty for me, the waitress must have added too much of the sauce but the wagyu steak was just amazing! When I return next, I won't be ordering the bap but the sushi dishes and steak.

Chef Morimoto has opened a gem of a restaurant in a prime location. I am not sure who is leaving this fine establishment such subpar reviews, but I don't think they know how to properly dine at a Japanese restaurant....every single sushi appetizer and dish we got was beyond fresh and was some of the best our party has had in their lives. All of their seafood is freshly imported from Japan. Even though they don't heavily advertise their oysters, they were by far the creamiest tasting oysters we've had. All of their raw dishes were phenomenal. Even the cooked dishes were perfect, including the gyoza, wagyu, and sticky pork ribs. The service was also top notch. Each individual attended to our needs and explained each dish as it arrived. Lastly, the ambiance is fun chique. Long story short, this restaurant is must visit for Japanese food lovers.