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.
Un excellent Izakaya, parfait pour manger avant un spectacle à la Place des Arts! Une mention spéciale pour le service, attentif & souriant, ils nous ont accommodés alors que nous nous étions trompées dans notre réservation.
Mike was amazing in assisting us with his recommendations on food & drinks, this was my second time coming here with a colleague & the vibes were immaculate & would definitely re visit.
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.
Biiru has been one of my favourite spots to dine in Downtown Montreal for many years. I just went again this week with my girlfriend & the food, drinks & overall atmosphere were amazing as per usual. The prices are very fair & the food is served tapas style so it is easy to share. I love the ramen salade, candied salmon, the tartare & the many other tasty & unique dishes they have on their menu. Special thank you goes out to Mike & the rest of the incredible staff at Biiru for their amazing service. We will definitely be coming back soon! :)
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Très bel endroit, les plats étaient super & les prix sont raisonnables par rapport à la qualité de l'expérience! Le staff était très sympathique & le service était excellent 👌🏻 Seule petite déception : nous n'étions pas au courant que nous devions quitter pour 20:30 (deuxième service). Notre réservation était à 18:30 & nous étions un groupe de 10 pour un anniversaire, alors le 2h nous a semblé court! L'expérience a tout de même été agréable & je recommande le restaurant!
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Le service est impeccable, un grand merci à Mike & Juliana, qui font de l'excellent boulot la nourriture est incroyable, on a l'impression d'être au Japon
I had a wonderful dining experience at Biru. Mike, my waiter, provided exceptional service & great recommendations. The food was delicious, & the atmosphere was great.
