Bar Big In Japan propose une atmosphère sophistiquée mais accessible, se spécialisant dans les collations raffinées et les petites assiettes conçues pour le partage. Le menu présente des créations inventives qui mélangent avec audace des influences internationales, en mettant l'accent sur des ingrédients frais et des saveurs prononcées. Les convives peuvent s'attendre à un voyage culinaire dynamique avec des mets savamment élaborés, parfaits pour les rassemblements décontractés ou les conversations intimes. Cet établissement offre une approche résolument moderne de la restauration sociale, où chaque plat est une invitation à la discussion. La présentation soignée et les profils de saveurs uniques garantissent une expérience mémorable pour tous les clients à la recherche de bouchées exceptionnelles.
Bar Big In Japan est largement reconnu comme un speakeasy unique et intime à Montréal, caractérisé par son atmosphère feutrée, son éclairage tamisé et son design saisissant, incluant une impressionnante collection de bouteilles de whisky japonais suspendues au plafond. De nombreux clients apprécient cet endroit comme une destination idéale pour les rendez-vous amoureux et les petits groupes, soulignant la qualité des cocktails et le style de service discret et professionnel qui permet aux visiteurs de profiter de conversations privées. Bien que l'ambiance et l'esthétique soient largement saluées, les avis sont partagés concernant la constance de la qualité des boissons, les politiques de placement strictes et le confort du mobilier. Certains visiteurs trouvent le service attentionné et professionnel, tandis que d'autres le décrivent comme distant ou rigide. Bien que l'établissement soit fréquemment vanté comme un lieu incontournable pour son atmosphère sophistiquée, les expériences peuvent varier en fonction des attentes individuelles en matière de service et de la nature spécifique du menu.
Great cocktail bar with a really unique & memorable atmosphere. Big in Japan has an amazing ambiance, very intimate, dimly lit, & thoughtfully designed, which makes it perfect for a night out or a date. The drinks are honestly a highlight, creative, well balanced, & clearly made with a lot of attention to detail. You can tell the bartenders know what they're doing, & it shows in every cocktail.
The only real downside for us was the seating. The chairs are not comfortable at all, especially if you're on the taller side. I'm 5'9 & my boyfriend is 6'4, & after one round we were already feeling it. We actually wanted to stay longer & have another drink because everything else was so enjoyable, but the seating made it hard to relax & enjoy the experience fully.
Aside from that, it's a great spot with incredible drinks & a beautiful vibe. With more comfortable seating, it would easily be a top-tier experience.
Really cool spot, easy to miss the main door if you're not paying attention. The ambiance was great, the bar setup & aesthetic was super cool, I've never seen table seating like this it was very unique. Great service & awesome selection of cocktails.
I've been drinking in Japan, & I've been to Japan-themed establishments in other countries, & I was looking forward to this bar. But unfortunately I was sorely disappointed.
From the moment I entered, the host was quite unfriendly. He gave me an air of not wanting me there.
From the photos, the place looks like a bar, meaning very few tables & good for socializing, which was what I was looking for. It had'mood lighting', meaning dimly, but sufficiently, lit. Unfortunately the host sat me at a table in the back of the bar with literally no lighting, so I couldn't even read the menu. I turned on my phone flashlight to try to order something & was told I couldn't use that, & was instead handed a dim light to try to read the menu with. I asked for a seat at the bar, & was told I would get one when one became available, but my request was swiftly forgotten; I did not get a seat at the bar the entire visit.
The bar has a large number of Japanese whiskey bottles hanging from the ceiling. Unfortunately, their selection is basic at best. They have Toki, Nikki From the Barrel, & unmarked (no year) versions of Yamazaki & Hibiki, along with a few other usual things that can be found at any Japanese themed bar or Izakaya, nothing special. The menu says to ask for the sake selection; when I did, I was told they had a Ginjo house sake, Mio, & Sayuri, the most basic of selections available at any liquor store & not worth going out for. The markup was also fairly high on these.
The cocktail menu did not read Japanese at all, it was all Negronis & Palomas & Old Fashioneds & so on. I was expecting at least a Nama Lemon Sour, maybe something Matcha-infused, something with Yuzu, I don't know. But the cocktail menu read like it could have been any British pub or street bar, nothing uniquely Japanese at all.
Aside from the 7 or 8 selections of Japanese whiskey & the'please ask' selection of extremely basic sake offerings, the entire menu was not Japanese at all. They have a whiskey selection, mostly American or Scotch, & a wine selection, mostly French; not what I was expecting from a Japanese-themed establishment.
Honestly, this place was a miss on every level. The only reason I'm giving them a 2 & not a 1 is because the decor was nice, & our waitress, despite being new & not knowledgeable, was friendly & gave decent service (between being repeatedly hounded by the host for various tasks). But if I was going for a night out with high class drinks & a good atmosphere, this would not be a place I would recommend.
31 août 2025
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Hands down, one of the most refined speakeasies in Montreal. This beautiful modern bar with a unique layout that could possibly sit up to 50 people is tucked behind a long hallway. Our server Sophie was very friendly & when I couldn't figure out what type of drink I should get, she made it her mission to brainstorm with the bartender to curate the perfect drink for me.
Vraiment cozy & unique comme endroit J'ai bien aimé l'atmosphère & le staff sont charmants. Juste triste des items out of stock sur menu au moment où nous sommes passé mais on va revenir :)
If you're in Montreal & looking for a truly unique experience, Big in Japan is a must-visit speakeasy that stands out. The ambiance is charmingly quaint with its low lighting & super relaxed vibe, creating an intimate & inviting atmosphere. The seating is incredibly unique, adding to the overall distinctive feel of the place. The drinks are nothing short of amazing, expertly crafted & full of flavor. Service here is impeccable, with staff that are attentive & friendly, making you feel right at home. The atmosphere has a way of transporting you to a different country, offering an escape from the everyday. Highly recommended for a memorable night out!
