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.
This place is amazing, we absolutely love this place. Alex, Will, Juliana & Ivey are so kind, treat use with respect & are overall fun. They bring so much to the experience & the food. OMG its so flavorful & making you want more. We appreciate you!
My partner & I came from USA to Montreal for the weekend simply to go to Biiru twice for our anniversary weekend. The staff were incredibly friendly, kind, & truly celebrated us! Complimentary shots & dessert & most of all super fun & friendly servers paired with delicious food! Thank you so much Alexia & sister Juliana for such a wonderful dining experience :)
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!
Juliana the assistant manager gave probably the best customer service i've had in 2 year of living in Montreal. The restaurant has great atmosphere & vibes. Quick service & tasty food.
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.
Jul 27, 2024
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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
Très belle façon de déguster les mets japonais. Ma serveuse Juliana était des plus serviables. Bel endroit après le travail ou avant un spectacle. Je reviendrai!
Juliana c'est la meilleure serveuse que j'ai rencontré, elle est très sympathique & elle donne un service incroyable. Elle rend l'expérience Biiru unique.Fred est le meilleur bartender, il nous surprend avec ses recettes créatives. Un artiste de qualité!
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!!
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Had a great time at biiru as always. The food is incredible, the ambiance is lots of fun for a night out with friends & service is A1 thanks to Mike & Juliana. Ill definitely be coming back soon when the beautiful terasse opens!
I had a fantastic experience! I went to Biiru from an impromptu date with my boyfriend & we had the best time. The food was fresh & delicious, the service was excellent (thanks to our waitress, Juliana) & the cocktails were to die for. I will definitely be coming back.
