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!
Reviews paint Biiru as a lively, stylish izakaya in downtown Montreal with a warm, attentive staff and a vibrant, shareable menu that blends Japanese izakaya flavors with a touch of fusion. The food earns frequent praise for quality and variety, with standout dishes such as okonomiyaki, karaage, salmon tartare, gyoza, ribs and tataki noted for flavorful sauces and inventive twists. The service is repeatedly highlighted as friendly, capable and efficient, even on busy nights, though a few comments mention occasional pacing issues or variability. The terrace is a recurring favorite, described as cosy and well heated, offering a pleasant alternative to indoor dining. Some reviewers find portions small for the price and note that prices can be high, but many feel the overall experience, food, drinks, ambience and service, justifies the cost. There is a strong appeal to sampling a wide range of tapas style dishes, with reservations often recommended due to demand. A couple of notes mention the minor exclusion policy, suggesting booking communications could be clarified. Overall, Biiru is framed as a go to spot for fans of Japanese tapas with dependable quality and a friendly, lively vibe.
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!
We had an incredible time at Birru, & it was all thanks to our amazing server, Jessica! She was so attentive, friendly, & truly made the experience special. The drinks were great, but her energy & kindness made the night unforgettable. If you go, ask for Jessica-she's the best!
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Nous avons passé une soirée incroyable chez Birru, & c'est en grande partie grâce à notre serveuse exceptionnelle, Jessica! Attentive, chaleureuse & pleine d'énergie, elle a rendu notre expérience vraiment spéciale. Les cocktails étaient excellents, mais c'est son service qui a tout changé. Si vous y allez, demandez Jessica-elle est fantastique!
Such a fun little tucked away izakaya right in downtown Montreal. Highly recommend the food & drinks both, & the service was great.
Karaage was delicious !
Mar 2, 2025
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I went to Biiru with a large group of friends (over 15 people) & we had the loveliest dinner, with amazing service, waiters that were eager to help & accommodate any food restrictions & an overall impeccable vibe!
I would recommend the okonomiyaki to anyone who wants the best Japanese pancake they've ever had - truly delicious, & I couldn't get enough of it!! Will definitely be coming back to Biiru for that dish alone.
Also, special thanks to Juliana, who was an extraordinary waiter & really went out of her way to make this a great evening for everyone in our group. Her drinks were wonderful . She was kind, always smiling, super quick on her feet & just an overall ray of energy. Definitely a highlight of the dinner!
Un bar japonais avec quelques plats fusions. En général, j'ai aimé mon expérience & la nourriture servie était pas mal. Les drinks sont biens. Par contre, le staff semble être perdu (des nouveaux surement), on a attendu quand même longtemps pour la nourriture & il y a eu quelques erreurs. Néanmoins, ça reste une bonne place pour un 5@7, une date ou en groupes. Je reviendrai si je cherche un coin dans le centre-ville !
Biiru was absolutely the best! The best part was the awesome, energetic, & most welcoming bartender Juliana! I recommend sitting at the bar & watching her making delicious drinks while enjoying the ambiance. Definitely recommend to for a date night or a night in the town. Will be back very soon.
Came here for drinks & snacks on a saturday- the decor is beautiful, food is delicious, but the bartender Juliana made our night (we were seated at the bar). Will definitely be back!! Highly recommend
Charming! The food is executed perfectly. Delicious drinks too. We had ramen, gyoza, & eel skewers, each one was just right! For dessert we had a matcha cake, & it had a tangy sweet sauce, it was unlike anything I had before & we loved it.
Honestly the best japanese restaurant ive ever eaten at. The service staff was super friendly & helpfull. They recommended some plates. They were all delicious.. especially the ribs omg!!!! The restaurant is pretty small so I recommend making reservations in advance. You can eat many plates as they arent too big & you get to taste a lot of diffrent dishes. The price is very good for the quality you get. The drinks are delicious as well. HIGHLY recommend!
Went here with my girlfriend for a quick bite & drinks. Service & food were on point. The waitress Juliana was stellar. The manager Mike was also very accommodating. Definitely coming back!!....... also love the Saké Bombs!!
