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Biiru

Funky Japanese izakaya dishing up traditional small plates & drinks from cocktails to sake & soju.
Downtown
4.6$ & $$
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Biiru Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Funky & Cool Japanese bistro/Izakaya in Montreal! Biiru is a nice Japanese bistro located downtown, on City Councillors Street, hidden in the shadow of St-James church, a few steps from Ste-Catherine Street. The chef is pleased to offer traditional and refined dishes; you will enjoy the tender and juicy pork chops, marinated in a caramelized sauce. They just melt in your mouth! The tempura vegetables, cooked to perfection, are irresistible. In short, the menu leaves you speechless as its specialties are one better than the other. You will also find a variety of delicious tapas, ideal for enjoying as appetizers! The friendly and courteous staff will be happy to welcome you and promise you an excellent Happy Hour with friends or colleagues. Enjoy tasty specialties at this lovely bistro, very appreciated by its customers!

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Reviews for Biiru

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Review Summary

Biiru appears in numerous reviews as a beloved downtown Montreal izakaya with a chic yet cozy vibe, a pleasant terrace, and a menu that centers on sharing plates and tasting options. The food is repeatedly described as excellent and flavorful, with standout items such as karage, gyoza, okonomiyaki, beef tataki, salmon bonbons, ribs, yakitori, and more. The service is consistently praised for being friendly, attentive, and efficient, with staff guiding guests through the menu and accommodating dietary restrictions, though a few comments mention slower service or cramped spaces during busy periods. Portions are sometimes considered small for the price and a minority note dishes that come out cold or inconsistent, but the overall sentiment is that Biiru delivers high quality, interesting flavors, and a vibrant atmosphere. The tasting menu is frequently highlighted as a great way to sample the menu, and the spot is often recommended for groups, pre show meals near Place des Arts, or casual dinners, with reservations suggested on busy nights.
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Magnificent food. Highly recommend. A tad chilly, bring a sweater or a wrap.

Feb 11, 2026
on Google
5.0

Accueil chaleureux & cuisine exquise, j'ai adoré leurs gyozas.

Feb 6, 2026
on Google

Très bon resto, c'est la troisième fois que j'y vais. Chaque fois je n'ai jamais été déçu. Personnel attentionné. L'été avec la terrasse c'est vraiment wow

Feb 5, 2026
on Google

Personnel très aimable, nourriture excellente. Musique un peu forte.

Feb 4, 2026
on Google

I've been to Biiru a few times now for both work dinners or out with friends. Every time has been an amazing experience. Staff is on point & actually takes the time to check in & make sure you're having a good experience. Food wise incredible especially for the price. Each dish has amazing sauces & is full of flavour & has some slight twist on traditional Japanese izakaya food.

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Going back a year later, the food & service are just as good. Will helped us tonight & had strong recommendations, including the haru karaage, okonomiyaki, unagi skewers, pork ribs, salmon bonbons, & more. Amazing dinner.

Feb 3, 2026
on Google

Très bon service .Tout était bon & goûteux. Un peu bruyant mais c'était un samedi soir & le Resto était complet.

Feb 1, 2026
on Google

Super satisfait du choix du chef (dégustation). Nous allons y retourner c'est sûr.

Feb 1, 2026
on Google

Très bon!
Service sympathique
J'y retournerais

Feb 1, 2026
on Google

Superbe expérience. Grosse ambiance, super service, bonne nourriture. On ne ferait vraiment pas mieux à la maison. Apportez une petite veste, il faisait froid. Double gin-soda vraiment trop cher @25$ +tx & pourboire. À éviter.

Jan 31, 2026
on Google

Biiru est un restaurant japonais très convivial où on peut tester une bonne partie de la carte, mettre le tout au centre de la table & passer un excellent moment. Les différentes assiettes en format tapas sont délicieuses. Les côtes de porc & le karaage sont un must à cet endroit.

Jan 27, 2026
on Google
5.0

One of my favorite spots in town. Friendly staff, great food, still affordable somehow?!

Jan 27, 2026
on Google

Really enjoyed my experience & lunch at Biiru. The blond Ale Beer was perfectly cold & refreshing as I experienced in Japan. & the Okonomiyaki was excellent as the waiter promised. Really cool atmosphere & really worth it to have lunch there. I will return for sure when I want that nostalgia of Japan.

Jan 26, 2026
on Google

Had a very pleasant meal here with my friend. We went for the tasting menu as well as two cocktails. Service was solid, our main server was friendly & attentive. We were pleasantly surprised at the amount & quality of food as the tasting menu was only $45 pp. My one complaint was that it was VERY protein-heavy with barely any veggies. I think the only vegetables were inside the gyoza & the carrots & mushrooms that were part of the beef tataki (which was delicious). It would've been nice to include the gai lan or even a salad in the menu.

Jan 24, 2026
on Google

Comme d'habitude, nous avons passé un agréable moment. Le restaurant est animé, chaleureux & le service est rapide & attentif. Les petits plats à partager sont bien exécutés. Nous reviendrons!

Jan 23, 2026
on Google

Nous y avons très bien mangé. Service rapide & sympa.

Jan 23, 2026
on Google

Toujours un moment agréable!

Jan 21, 2026
on Google

Un secret (de moins en moins secret) bien gardé. Bouffe vraiment super, staff attentif & convivial, rythme du service parfait! Ça faisait un moment que j'étais allé… toujours aussi top

Jan 21, 2026
on Google
5.0

J'adore ce restaurant japonais de tapas. C'est bon, casual & le service est impeccable. Les côtes levées & la salade de concombres sont mes choix préférés.

Jan 17, 2026
on Google

Great vibes & the food was great! Order the Ramen & Karaage. The Haru Karrage was delicious. Did not have a reservation but was able to sit immediately. Had a great time & the food & drinks were a great way to warm up!

Jan 17, 2026
on Google
5.0

Awesome service. Food was amazing. Thank you guys!!

Jan 16, 2026
on Google