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.
Such a fun little tucked away izakaya right in downtown Montreal. Highly recommend the food & drinks both, & the service was great.
Karaage was delicious !
Our first visit tothis restaurant, it was a great time. Our server Mike recommended the Sampler which consists of the chicken karage, salmon tarta, pork gyoza, fish with caramel, cold noodles topped with seaweed & to finish the pork ribs. All were super tasty & well presented. We also had the Yuzu beer absolutely delicious. Our server Mike is so pleasant & personable he made our meal very enjoyable. On our next visit to Montreal we will absolutely go again!
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!
We had a great experience. We did the tasting menu & what a bang for your buck! The service was exceptional. Our waitress (I think name was Jessica) was so friendly & made it a pleasure to dine at biiru.
Service is truly unmatched. I have never received better service in Montreal. To add, the atmosphere was wonderful & the food was godly. Could not recommend more.
Jan 8, 2025
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Our first visit to Biiru was absolutely fantastic, thanks to Jessica being so welcoming & friendly! She took the time to introduce us to the menu despite a busy saturday night, & thoughtfully recommended dishes. Her enthusiasm & knowledge made our experience even more enjoyable. The food was delicious, Kaarage was a little bit salty for me but the atmosphere was perfect for a relaxed evening out.
Cuisine, service & ambiance impeccable. Nous avons laissé le serveur décider de nos services & avons adoré notre expérience. Excellent rapport qualité prix, environ 50$ par personne pour 6 plats à partager. Nous en avons eu amplement pour nos appétits.
Ambiance chaleureuse, malgré le froid extrême dehors! La présentation & les saveurs des plats impeccable. Des cocktails bien dosés en terme d'alcool. Merci! Je vais reveni
Menu dégustation surprenant, nous avons adoré chacun des plats. Le mélange des saveurs & des textures était parfait. Étant un peu coincé dans le temps, nous en avons informé le staff & la rapidité du service nous a surpris. Courtois, sympathique, chaleureux, je le recommande & y reviendrai avec plaisir dès mon prochain passage à Mtl
J'ai trouvé mon izakaya à Montréal! Service professionnel, attentionné, rapide & super sympathique! Ambiance & décor stimulants! Clientèle qui a une bonne "vibe"! Terrasse à l'ombre d'un grand arbre & agrémentée par des lanternes japonaises! 5 étoiles bien méritées.
