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Biiru

Funky Japanese izakaya dishing up traditional small plates & drinks from cocktails to sake & soju.
Downtown
4.6$ & $$
OPEN5 pm - 10 pm
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Biiru Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
JapaneseAsianBistroRamenTapasSoupsIzakaya / Japanese PubResto-Bar
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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on Google4.5 (2300+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

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.
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Très bel endroit avec une superbe ambiance. Je recommande !

Aug 31, 2024
on Google

Plats goûteux & variés. Service impeccable par Jessica & suggestions plus que réussies. À essayer!

Aug 31, 2024
on Google

On a adoré! Variété, qualité de la nourriture, décor & ambiance tout a depasse nos attentes. On recommande fortement, un joyau caché!

Aug 31, 2024
on Google

De vrais plats Japonais en formule tapas à partager Nous avons pris le menu dégustation. Wow c'était délicieux

Aug 31, 2024
on Google

Veryyy nice. Good & fast service. The place is CLEAN TOOOO. Come come come!!!!!!!!

Aug 30, 2024
on Google

Incredible food & service

Aug 30, 2024
on Google

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 !

Aug 25, 2024
on Google

Food was great!

Aug 25, 2024
on Google

Best AYCE sushi in Montreal!

Aug 25, 2024
on Google

Good!

Aug 25, 2024
on Google

The ambience was very tailored to the Western perception of Japan, with Samurai, Pac-Man, & Godzilla motifs everywhere. Food selection was uninspired, with standard offerings, & exorbitant for such small portions. Though too sparse, the kaarage itself was good, crispy & chewy, with a sharp sauce that I thought too lemon-forward. For the beef gyudon, it was ridiculously small pieces of smokey & dry beef, & some complimentary ginger & seedweed notes. The rice was overcooked, & our seats were sticky even though we were one of the first parties that day.

Aug 23, 2024
on Google

Had an amazing time at biiru tonight, from out of town but this place will be on my list to come back! Thank you to Jessica for the best service.

Aug 22, 2024
on Google
5.0

Cute little place. Food is actually quite good with decent portion. Impeccable service & lovely deco

Aug 21, 2024
on Google

Definitely recommend this restaurant! Great food & atmosphere. Juliana made our night so special. Will come back!

Aug 17, 2024
on Google

Service attentionné, ambiance super & nourriture excellente! Les Takoyaki & Pokuribu étaient 🤯

Aug 16, 2024
on Google

Julianna has to be the best waitress I have interacted with, she is just bubbly & super considerate.

Aug 15, 2024
on Google

Bon restaurant Tapas style Japonais. Staff sympatique & bonne nourriture!

Aug 15, 2024
on Google

Pour ma première fois j'ai adoré mon expérience. Tout étais très bon un gros merci

Aug 15, 2024
on Google

Dîner de semaine, sur la terrasse. Très bonne nourriture & que dire du service: impeccable. Ce n'est pas pour rien que la terrasse était pleine un mardi.

Aug 15, 2024
on Google

Super menu dégustation ! Service impeccable. J'y retournerai c'est certain!

Aug 14, 2024
on Google